Dear CODE27 Family,

Thank you for your continued patience as we push through the final stages of refinement. Following the learnings from our October shipment test, the team has been implementing critical hardware and software improvements. Below is a detailed overview of what we've completed over the past two weeks.

Software Progress

Conversation Improvements

We have upgraded our C.O.D.I.E. framework with a larger core AI model and refined the underlying context engineering. These updates result in more stable, in-character conversations that maintain context more reliably over longer sessions.

Initial Setup and UX Refinements

We fixed a touch input issue that caused swipes and taps to feel sluggish or unresponsive. Navigation on the device’s small display is now smoother and more consistent.
We also improved the UI/UX for the initial setup flow, including redesigned Wi-Fi configuration screens and a new boot animation.

Codie Spaces Visual Upgrades

The environmental assets inside Codie Spaces have been improved with higher-resolution textures and better lighting. The environment now looks sharper and runs more efficiently.

Character Model & Animation Enhancements

We completed another optimization pass on the included Codies. This includes new outfits, repaired and reprocessed motion capture animations, and additional facial blendshapes for more expressive behaviors.

Connectivity Stability

Both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi performance have been optimized for more demanding environments. We also fixed an issue that occasionally prevented Bluetooth audio from playing.

Audio & Hardware Progress

Sound Quality Improvements

We refined the speaker magnets to improve bass response and dynamic range. The upgraded magnetic configuration delivers deeper low frequencies with cleaner vocals. This improvement is being integrated into the next batch of units.

Display Refinement

The main display has been optimized to achieve deeper black levels and reduce interference from the surrounding LED lighting.

Interface Board Fix

We resolved a headphone jack compatibility issue discovered during testing. A revised interface board with the permanent fix is now in production.

Tooling and Next Batch Preparation

Manufacturing tooling and molds have been refined based on feedback from the October shipment test. These have now passed validation and are ready for the next small shipment batch.

Looking Ahead

We believe in being transparent about our progress, challenges, and improvements. Your support continues to motivate us as we work toward delivering a solid and reliable product.

While software can always be updated over time, we are taking this period to ensure that the hardware foundation is durable, stable, and built to last. We are currently preparing the second small shipment batch before moving into broader production and fulfillment.

Thank you again for your patience and trust. We are committed to getting your Codies home to you.

With sincere gratitude,
The CODE27 Team