Olympus Corp, Waltham, Mass, has released the cell counter model R1, which stores up to 1,000 counts and offers 300 different cell protocols for quick setup and counting in routine culturing procedures. Using innovative liquid lens autofocus technology, which mimics the way the human eye focuses, the device features software with a unique algorithm for accurate automated cell counts in as little as 15 seconds. It features a 7-inch touchscreen display with an intuitive interface. The software features cell size- and roundness-based sorting capabilities, the ability to identify live and dead cells, clumped cell declustering, and an automatic dilution calculator. The device measures 195 mm × 237 mm × 272 mm and weighs 2.1 kg. For more information, visit Olympus.