Atomos launches ATOMOSphere cloud-based production ecosystem

ATOMOSphere is a new cloud-based production ecosystem and membership platform that integrates with cloud-connected Atomos Ninja and Shogun monitor-recorders, works with files from any camera or recorder, and supports cloud-based file transfers for integration with any editing system or delivery platform.

Services are an increasingly profitable line for many a tech company and a reliable way to both keep consumers locked into their products and a source of regular monthly income. Only the iPhone makes Apple more money than its services portfolio, which now rakes in over $100bn a year, so it's no surprise to see more companies heading down the same path.

ATOMOSphere (they really could not have chosen any other name) is part of what the company says is a streamlined single sign-on Atomos membership environment where users can register their devices, manage cloud storage, upload and share media, and collaborate with clients. 

Crucially, while it is tightly integrated with Atomos cloud-connected devices, it’s also been designed to make it easy to work with other cloud solutions like Frame.io, Dropbox, MediaSilo, Sony Ci Media, and more. Atomos says creators can use ATOMOSphere as a central hub — or simply as a fast, intermediate cloud layer — giving them full control over how they move files through their production pipeline.

Tiered service

It's got a well-thought out tiered business model. All registered Atomos members receive a free ATOMOSphere Starter Plan, which includes 20GB of cloud storage, exclusive member perks, as well as monthly news and updates. Customers with a cloud-connected Ninja or Shogun monitor-recorder can begin uploading video as it’s being captured by simply pairing it with their ATOMOSphere account. Once connected, they can instantly share footage with other ATOMOSphere members or invite new collaborators to review and comment.

Members can upgrade to paid storage plans starting at just $10/month for 500GB or opt for an annual plan at $159/year for 1TB, which also includes a 5% discount on all purchases from the Atomos online store in the USA, European Union, and Australia. Higher storage tiers unlock even greater discounts, so the more cloud storage they use with ATOMOSphere, the more you save. Members can also access optional paid cloud editing features and powerful AI tools to take their workflow even further.

It offers support for high-quality video formats like Apple ProRes, Avid DNx, HEVC (H.265), H.264, and many more, as well as popular still image formats — including RAW files compatible with camera brands such as Canon, Fujifilm, Sony, Nikon, Olympus/OM System, Panasonic, and more.

It also supports traditional physical media workflows too. If you’re recording to an SSD or other removable media using a monitor-recorder, you can simply connect that SSD to your computer and upload the footage directly into ATOMOSphere — no matter the file type, format, or camera brand.

Further partnerships

Atomos has partnered with Storj and Seagate Lyve Cloud to deliver a robust, high-performance storage backbone for ATOMOSphere. Files are stored in SOC 2 or ISO/IEC 27001 certified facilities, ensuring enterprise-grade security and privacy, and the partnership delivers upload and download speeds that Atomos says consistently exceed traditional cloud platforms – especially for large video and RAW media files.

A partnership with Axle AI adds further paid features including cloud-based nonlinear editing, AI-assisted media management, automated transcription in nearly 20 languages, and metadata tagging, multi-user editing, and intelligent media search.

ATOMOSphere is available now. Atomos has also released AtomOS 11.15.00, a free of charge firmware update which enables direct uploads to the platform from supported Atomos devices.

“If you already own an Atomos device, your free ATOMOSphere account is ready and waiting — just visit atomos.com to activate it today,” says Peter Barber, Atomos Chief Operating Officer.  “And if you’re new to Atomos, we’d love to welcome you into the ATOMOSphere community. Whether you’re working solo or with a team, in the studio or out in the field, this is a space built to support the way you work.”