It is that time once again to talk about our accomplishments of the year and how Thomas and its daughter companies will move forward into 2019 and beyond. This year, we unveiled the first successors to the Azul brand, Azul 2, Azul 2 Pro, and Azul 2S. We also went further than ever before with AI-integration with our Project Gemini campaign, which began the Amica Consortium. We also built a bridge between us and our fiercest rivals, Alef Incorporated, by releasing a commemorative Robotic Home Buddy, and cooperating with their new technology as well.
Ren Gains A Subsidiary
It was announced in August that GusWare, a video game publisher and developer would be joining the Thomas family of companies under a new name, Azulrai Studios. As it was previously announced, Marcel Gauthier will remain in charge of the Studios after its transition. Due to its place within the Azul brand, Azulrai Studios will be branched under Ren, and Gauthier will be given the new title of Studio Director, reporting to Josh Douglas, the CEO of Ren. Alongside Gauthier, a new position of Brand Director will be created and filled by Glenn Bruun, to facilitate the entire Azulrai brand, excluding the creation of games.
Azulrai
You may be wondering why exactly Thomas, or any of its brands is focusing on gaming, especially since there isn't an Azul device that can run ultra-high definition games. That is where Thomas is happy to announce that there will be one. Coming in fall of 2019, Thomas will be entering the console sphere with its first gaming console, Azulrai. Due to our ownership of Azulrai Studios, this console will have many games not found on any other gaming console, including a brand new version of Guslant Gladiators that we'll reveal more about later. Games that don't require as much power will port to the Azulscape, and even the Azul phones, but to be sure you get to play your favorite game exactly how it was meant to be played, be sure to keep your eye out for Azulrai preorders coming next year.
Project Iris
Playing games is fun, watching movies is fun, but both of those things are static. Wouldn't it be awesome to actually feel in the moment? Telogy is currently working on bringing Virtual Reality to the world stage, in what we call Project Iris. Telogy is still in the works of creating a prototype, but we did want to make mention of this project so you guys can keep this on your radar.
AzulElite
Virtual Reality requires a ton of power to run. Proper CPUs and GPUs need to work together to provide a product with as little latency as possible. One thing we heard from developers was that they needed a device with a plethora of both power and customizability. Something better than professional, something that was elite. Packed with only the best components, today we are providing the most powerful computer we've ever made to our consumers. We call it AzulElite. In order to provide users and developers time with the product, especially to those excited to begin using it to build Azulrai games, our new device will begin ordering today, and start shipping on this Friday, November 16th. AzulElite will cost 2,999.99 Guslates and is available in a wide variety of CPU and GPU configurations.
Project Nexus
Ever wish your car was smart? No matter what brand you pick, it is usually five or ten years behind the current tech, and not very environmentally friendly. We want to change this with Project Nexus. Our goal is to eventually provide an autonomous electric car with Azul integration, so you can start your car or be reminded when it is time for a charge. We hope to bring the first cars to you starting in 2019 or 2020, though they may not be autonomous until a few years later due to safety concerns of autonomous vehicles.
Project Horizon
Your jaws may have dropped when you heard that we want thousands of dollars from you for a computer or a car. However, we will also be investing a ton of our money as well. Opening in spring of 2019, Horizon City will be our new headquarters, and a prototype city of tomorrow. It eventually will incorporate many technologies including the Amica Consortium technologies and Project Nexus. Horizon City will be located in what was previously part of Carrotopolis, in a newly-created province, Aeaea. Horizon Tower will remain our base of operations within the city.
Pride Editions and Aid
Azul 2 and Azul 2 Pro were offered in a beautiful black finish that reflected a rainbow shine in certain lighting. Not only were these editions pretty, but they went to fund LGBT organizations helping those no matter what orientation or gender they were. All Azul products, even those not given a special edition had a portion of their profits contributing to an aid fund we created in cooperation with Guslantis. Because of these funds, many in need were given food, water, shelters, and other help that they never would've been provided without our contributions. Technology is important, but Thomas will never forget what it means to be human.
Transportation
In conceptualizing Project Nexus, we've learned that we have much to learn regarding the transportation industry. If you are a company that would be interested with partnering with Thomas on this, whether that be cars, trains, ships, planes or transportation in general, please do reach out to us.
Conclusion
2019 and beyond will be groundbreaking to Thomas, Telogy, and Ren. We are excited for what we are bringing to the table, and we hope you are too. Thank you so much for your support, and we hope you continue to buy with Thomas.
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