Code 27

About Code 27

SyBran Innovation is the company behind the CODE27 Character Livehouse, a hardware device that functions as a customizable 3D AI companion hub. Unveiled at CES in January 2025, the product garnered significant attention and subsequently raised over $1.7 million through a Kickstarter campaign that concluded in May 2025, backed by more than 3,200 individuals. The company was founded by a group of self-described anime enthusiasts and engineers with extensive hardware development experience from major technology firms such as DJI, OPPO, and Bytedance. A core developer, Brandon, brings over a decade of experience leading research and development efforts at companies including DJI, OPPO, and RayNeo.

The business model centers on the direct-to-consumer sale of the physical CODE27 device, which launched with a base price of $429. An additional revenue stream is a subscription service, priced at $9.99 per month after an initial free period, which provides a seamless AI experience. The company also offers accessories, like a motorized rotating base, for an additional cost. The target market consists of anime fans, technology enthusiasts, and individuals interested in interactive AI companionship, often referred to as the "otaku" community.

The CODE27 Character Livehouse is a physical unit with a cyber-mecha design that displays a 3D character model within a cylindrical, transparent case, creating a holographic-like visual. Users can import 3D models from platforms like VRoid and SketchFab, or use the company's own collection, and customize their appearance, personality, voice, and backstory. The system uses large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and Gemini and allows users to connect to various cloud or local AI models for interaction. Key features include real-time rendering, multimodal AI interaction that recognizes voice tone and gestures via a built-in camera, long-term memory for conversations, and user-programmable behaviors through 'Spellbooks'. Data privacy is addressed through AES-256 encryption and on-device storage for sensitive data.