Illumina’s New Desktop Sequencing Series Is Fast, Cheap, Simple

Illumina unveiled its MiSeq i100 Series of sequencing systems last week during an online customer event, comprising two new benchtop instruments: MiSeq i100 and MiSeq i100 Plus Systems. The MiSeq i100 will be available to ship globally in 2025.

The company says the new sequencing systems offer an affordable, comprehensive solution that is simple to understand and use, even for those with limited NGS expertise.

“Our customers told us they need a faster, smaller, and easy-to-use instrument, and that’s what we’re delivering with the MiSeq i100,” said Jacob Thaysen, PhD, CEO of Illumina, in a press release. He called the i100 series, “the plug-and-play flexibility that today’s labs are seeking.”