Sony Electronics Announces Mobile Motion Capture System mocopi in the U.S. Market
Brie Clayton June 30, 2023
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Small, lightweight sensors provide studio-free, full-body motion capture experience
Sony Electronics Inc. ( Sony ) announced the launch of mobile motion capture system mocopi (QM-SS1) in the U.S. market. mocopi, with its six small and lightweight sensors and a dedicated smartphone app available for iOS and Android,1 enables full-body motion tracking using Sony's proprietary technologies. Creators can capture their motion data or video of their avatars in motion with the mobile app or send motion data to compatible third-party software in real time, providing users with a new way to interact within virtual reality (VR).2
Traditional full-body motion capture systems often require dedicated studios and trained operators. mocopi , utilizing Sony's unique algorithm, provides accurate motion measurement with only a small number of sensors and a compatible smartphone,3 which enables users to create content or dive into VR from locations previously deemed impossible, freeing VTubers, creators in film or animation production from time and location constraints.
In addition, mocopi Software Development Kit (SDK) is available for major 3D development software such as Unity, MotionBuilder and Unreal Engine, which lets creators use mocopi in their workflows to pursue their creative visions.2 It allows developers to explore the use of full-body motion data obtained with mocopi for various use cases including Metaverse and fitness applications. Sony plans to expand the number of partners that develop services linked to mocopi .
Main Features 1. Compact and lightweight sensors that are easy to wear
Each sensor measures at 1.26 inches in diameter and 0.46 inches in thickness and weighs only 8 grams. Users pair the six sensors to a compatible smartphone with mocopi smartphone app via Bluetooth ,4then simply attach the sensors to their head, hip, ankles and wrists to create movies with their avatars in motion or record-motion data.5
Sony's proprietary algorithm enables accurate motion capture with only six sensors. The sensors can be easily worn with Velcro bands and a clip included in the package. They also work completely wirelessly with built-in rechargeable batteries, meaning there is no need to find power source or fight with cables hanging around.
With mocopi and a compatible smartphone, users can easily create motion data even from outdoor locations or send motion data to compatible services such as VRChat.
2. Create avatar videos and export motion data using just a smartphone (iOS and Android)
With the dedicated mocopi app, users can create movies with their avatar in motion with their compatible smartphone, using the data obtained from the sensors attached to their body. In addition to pre-installed avatars, users can import custom avatars. Recorded avatar movies can be exported as mp4 files or motion data from the mobile app.1 A detailed instruction video is available at https://electronics.sony.com/more/mocopi/all-mocopi/p/qmss1-uscx .
3. mocopi SDK available for applications in creative workflows and app development
mocopi SDK is available for major 3D development software such as Unity, MotionBuilder and Unreal Engine.2 With the SDK, creators will be able to receive motion data captured with mocopi directly to the compatible software on computers6 and instantly review the motion data on the software or stream the live video to social platforms. This opens up diverse potential use cases in professional film, animation and game production, to improve the quality and efficiency of creators' works.
mocopi SDK also allows third-party corporate developers to use motion data obtained with mocopi in various fields such as Metaverse or fitness.
4. Efforts to reduce environmental footprint
Sony's Road to Zero global environmental plan strives to achieve a zero environmental footprint throughout the life cycle of its products and business activities by 2050. In its medium-term environmental targets from fiscal year 2021 through fiscal year 2025 under the initiative, Sony aims to eliminate plastic packaging of newly-designed small products. In accordance with the target, mocopi has plastic-free packaging (excluding labels, tags and adhesives)*. Sony will continue to accelerate its environmental and social initiatives to realize a sustainable society.
*Packaging refers to the individual product box, as well as components such as in-box trays and spacers.
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Pricing and Availability mocopi will be available for pre-order for approximately $449.00 starting June 29, 2023. The product will ship to customers starting July 14, 2023.
Specifications/Resources Full specifications and mocopi SDK information can be found at https://electronics.sony.com/more/mocopi/all-mocopi/p/qmss1-uscx.
Upcoming Events
Anime Expo with VShojo
mocopi will be shown during select hours at the Anime Expo in Los Angeles in the VShojo booth. Additionally, key VShojo talent will be using mocopi to provide full body movement to their avatars during the show. VShojo is a talent management agency specializing in virtual entertainers, primarily focused on nurturing and promoting talented live-streamers, content creators, and performers utilizing virtual avatars. VShojo aims to revolutionize the digital entertainment space through innovative use of virtual reality and cutting-edge technology like mobile motion capture system mocopi by Sony.
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Sony Electronics Announces Mobile Motion Capture System mocopi in the U.S. Market 
