USING REMO


We will be using a virtual platform called Remo on May 19-20 in which participants may move between breakout group discussions as they choose. A link will be provided closer to the meeting date.

What is Remo?
 

  • A virtual immersive space for events and remote work. Remo is a visual top-down view, 2-D map comprised of interactive “rooms.”
  • The app uses video, audio and chat to allow people within the space to interact naturally in real-time, from anywhere in the world.
  • Each user has their own avatar, which they can move from room to room just by clicking on a space. As soon as you enter a room, you will be able to see, hear and interact with whoever is already in that space in real-time.
  • Guests will be arranged randomly throughout the Remo floor when they first enter the event. Once they are in the Remo room, they will be allowed to move freely and jump from table to table.
  • The space will be moderated by a CIFAR team member

 

Remo Troubleshooting & User Guide

 

  • To check if your device is all ready to go, please visit the Remo Systems Check https://geartest.remo.co/ 
  • We recommend a minimum of 8 Mb/s download speed and 8 Mb/s upload speed to maintain a high quality and stable connection
  • Remo works with computers and laptops only (iPads/tablets are not supported)
  • You may wish to read the Remo User Guide here. 
  • Feel free to create your profile. Watch a short instructional video here (opens in Youtube)
  • Please note that if you use a VPN for remote access to office networks, you will need to disable your VPN connection before joining Remo.
  • If you have technical questions or are having trouble with Remo, please email the meeting planner: Grace Wong at grace.wong@cifar.ca.