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Introduction to AI Register Truly 2.0

CS Communication is set to launch the next generation smart register, AI Register Truly 2.0, on July 29. With this innovative technology, customers can complete their purchases in as little as 0.2 seconds without the need for barcodes. The Truly 2.0 features a groundbreaking 'hold-and-recognize' function, making checkout faster and more efficient.

What’s New in Truly 2.0?

The previous version of Truly required items to be placed on a designated platform for recognition. The new Truly 2.0, however, allows items to be recognized instantly even when held in the hand. This significant update enhances operational efficiency and speeds up transactions, making it an ideal solution for retail and food service sectors struggling with staffing shortages.

Tackling Industry Challenges

The retail and food industries are experiencing severe labor shortages, prompting a call for increased efficiency and automation. Traditional checkouts often involve items that cannot have barcodes—such as event merchandise or food items—making manual processing time-consuming and challenging. The Truly 2.0 aims to resolve these operational challenges with its enhanced edge AI technology.

The integration of image recognition, edge AI, and POS systems create a unique solution that is low-cost, fast, flexible, and secure. Edge AI processes data directly on devices like cameras and tablets, sending only the necessary information to the cloud, thus reducing communication load and enhancing processing speed. The Truly 2.0 can accurately discriminate items based on color, shape, size, and texture, improving the precision of transactions.

With the inclusion of a unified POS system, sales management and inventory coordination are streamlined, contributing to smarter store operations. Previously, the cost of introducing unmanned registers was prohibitive, often requiring hundreds of thousands of yen. Truly 2.0, in contrast, aims to lower both initial and ongoing costs, enabling wider adoption across various stores.

The Exciting 'Hold-and-Recognize' Feature

The updated Truly 2.0 introduces the 'hold-and-recognize' feature, which eliminates the step of placing products on a platform for scanning. Users can now simply hold the items up to the AI camera for immediate recognition. This innovation significantly boosts the speed of checkout processes.

Eliminating the need for space to arrange products also means that the Truly 2.0 can operate efficiently in compact areas, such as convenience stores, train stations, and event venues where rapid turnover is essential. This upgrade promises not only user convenience but also a transformative solution tailored for high-density retail environments.

Future Prospects

CS Communication plans to expand the use of edge AI and image recognition not just in retail but also in logistics, healthcare, and elderly care sectors where AI applications are becoming increasingly essential. The firm's commitment to developing technology that benefits society at large will play a key role in shaping the future landscape of various industries.

About CS Communication

Founded in August 1998 and established in January 2000, CS Communication has over two decades of experience in IT and networking. The company prides itself on its values of technical excellence, honesty, and ambition. As a system integrator involved in digital transformation (DX), CS Communication specializes in the planning, design, development, and maintenance of computer and communication networks. They are committed to promoting advanced technologies such as edge computing to benefit society.

Company Information:

• - Headquarters: 2-3-3 Nihonbashi Bakurocho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 8th Floor, Akihabara First Square
• - CEO: Ryosuke Makikusa
• - Website: cs-com.co.jp