On June 12, 2021, a federal jury in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas rendered a decision in favor of Absen in a patent infringement lawsuit. In the case, Ultravision alleged that Absen LED display products exported to the United States infringed certain patents. The jury verdict found that none of the nine […]
After a more than two-year hiatus (and you know why), InfoComm 2021 registration is finally open! Set for October 27-29, the show will be in its most familiar location: Orlando, Florida. For the first time in history, the show will be in the fall. This year marks the 24th time the show has been hosted […]
Barco introduced the next generation of its high-brightness Barco UniSee LCD video wall. This is the last step in the full LCD video wall portfolio renewal. This new generation builds on the unique strengths of Barco UniSee and further optimizes the state-of-the-art image quality for use in a broader range of applications. The next generation […]
Tripleplay announced the launch of its Tripleplay Cloud platform. For the first time, Tripleplay’s Digital Engagement Platform can be delivered as a service in the public cloud. Tripleplay Cloud is delivered across Tripleplay’s content delivery network (CDN), a network optimized and designed for video streaming and digital signage deployments and allows its users the option […]
PPDS has announced the launch of the Philips L-Line 7000 series of LED displays. The new high-brightness and bezel-free 7000 series includes a more simplified mounting and calibration system, built-in cable and data wiring, an IP30 rating (protection against dust, dirt and moisture) and fire retardancy. Making its debut in North America, the Philips 7000 […]
Sharp NEC Display Solutions today announced the availability of the PA804UL LCD laser projector. Aimed at corporate, higher education and rental/staging applications, the first of the PA Series projectors is 8,200 lumens, dubbed the PA804UL, and is native 4K 60P resolution. Its dual blue laser systems offer white balance over the life of the projector […]
Desono EX is Biamp’s newest line of surface mount loudspeakers, designed for a range of distributed applications, including presentation spaces, restaurants, hotels, bars, multipurpose spaces and themed entertainment and sports facilities. Desono EX is for indoor and outdoor use and includes three full-range models and one matching enclosure subwoofer. The 6.5-inch model is available to […]
Visix has released AxisTV Signage Suite version 1.46, adding a simpler UI and an easier way to add and license digital signage players. In addition, it lets content managers include a clickable URL for messages in HTML5 playlists. Features include: Faster, easier way to register players: Register players like Netflix or Hulu apps on a […]
iiyama has signed an agreement with nsign.tv to incorporate the nsign.tv software into its displays from 43 to 86 inches. The new integrated solution will get rid of the need to use external players and will segment the screens in different areas to improve display productivity. Two or more displays can be connected to create video walls, menu boards or mega banners. nsign.tv […]
MAXHUB announced the new Raptor Series Integrated LED Wall Displays. Consisting of seven models ranging in size from 120-inches diagonal to 220-inches diagonal, the new Raptor Series integrates studio-quality speakers and a 30-watt internal audio amplifier with dual loudspeakers. The series also adds SPDIF audio output capability, making it an all-in-one LED monitor. The Raptor […]
Portrait Displays has debuted the second release of Calman 2021 (R2). Calman is designed to make monitor setup easier by streamlining calibration methods and providing consistent updates with the latest features. The second release of Calman includes BenQ-supported displays and additional calibration functionalities of Calman Ready ASUS ProArt monitors. HDR calibration using Portrait Displays’ Aurora […]
With the introduction of the BZ35J and BZ30J series of 4K HDR BRAVIA Professional Displays, Sony continues to expand its digital signage and presentation display lineup. Building on the previously announced 32-inch FW-32BZ30J model, the new options range in size from 43 to 75 inches to accommodate corporate and education environments of varying sizes. Sony […]
ISE Live & Online (June 1 and 2) closed its doors at the Fira de Barcelona after a successful two-day physical exhibition, with face-to-face attendees perusing about 55 booths, in-person keynotes and roundtables as well as a concurrent ISE Digital program. You can find rAVe’s coverage of ISE 2021 in Barcelona here. “This event is […]
Userful Corporation announced the release of a new corporate signage application as a part of its Visual Networking Platform—Userful Emerald Signage. The Emerald Signage application sits at the front-end of the Visual Networking Platform and enables corporate end users — from the heads of HR departments to communications managers or administrative staff. As part of Userful’s Visual […]
Visix continues its multiyear rollout of a digital signage network for the University of Las Vegas (UNLV), now serving five departments with an eclectic and engaging blend of custom interactive wayfinding systems, traditional digital signage and meeting space solutions. Visix has had a presence on the UNLV campus since 2013, alongside other digital signage systems […]
Panasonic debuted a new lineup of 4K solutions including new 4K 1-Chip DLP projectors and interactive displays. The Panasonic PT-RDQ10 Series of 1-Chip DLP laser projectors designed for entertainment, rental and corporate installs. There are three models that range from 8,000 to 10,000 lumens as well as an optional ET-DLE020 Ultra-Short-Throw Zoom Lens with zero […]
19Optoma announced an all-in-one 130-inch LED dubbed the FHDS130 SOLO LED display for boardrooms, classrooms, houses of worship, retail and hospitality. Pre-calibrated connectivity is via one HDMI cable. The native 1080p FHDS130 SOLO LED has a 3,000Hz refresh rate, delivers 800 nits of brightness with a 5,000:1 contrast ratio and is eco-friendly (<0.5W standby mode) […]
Tightrope Media Systems is expanding its Screenweave mobile and OTT apps to bring community media organizations’ live channels and on-demand programs to an even wider range of viewing platforms. Complementing existing Roku and Apple TV support, a new Screenweave app brings content from Tightrope’s Cablecast Community Media platform to Amazon Fire TV devices. Screenweave apps for […]
Planar today announced the release of the Planar DirectLight Ultra Series, a premium line of fine pitch LED video wall displays. The Planar DirectLight Ultra Series includes models with MicroLEDs, off-board power supply, proprietary alignment technology and built-in processing. Offering models in 0.6, 0.7, 0.9 and 1.2-millimeter pixel pitches, the Planar DirectLight Ultra Series is […]
BrightSign is now offering a turnkey trial program with a growing number of content management software (CMS) partners. Effective immediately, all BSN.cloud Control Cloud integrated partners may offer their customers 30-90 days of free access to its CMS running on BrightSign players. Provisioning of the CMS on BrightSign is enabled by the BSN.cloud Control Cloud, […]
Sharp NEC Display Solutions today announced its partnership with Avery Dennison; delivering something called ActiveScene. Combining Avery Dennison’s Vela Dynamic System and NEC projection technology, ActiveScene provides a comprehensive AV solution to transform existing windows into engaging signage displays. Utilizing Avery Dennison’s Vela smart window film, ActiveScene can be retrofitted to any window or glass […]
One of the first marketing/technology terms that I learned when I joined a video managed services company in 2008 — versus previously working at a telecom company — was the difference between a cloud-based service (not a weather system) versus on-prem (aka on-site) hardware products. I currently work for a digital signage company that provides […]
A preview of the surprises in store when you visit BrightSign at ISE 2021. You must admit one thing about the digital signage industry: It’s great at partnerships. I mean, really great. Like the difference between Premier League and your local team. These are some of the recent partnerships recorded on BrightSign’s website. As you […]
Royole Corporation revealed the world’s first bendable, stretchable and twistable microLED display technology. Stretchable electronics build electronic circuits with stretchability and elasticity. Stretchable displays are not only foldable and rollable but also capable of 3D free form shaping, including pulling, twisting, convex and concave deformations. This accommodates three-dimensional folding for creating more compact smart devices […]
Sony’s BZ40H series of 4K HDR displays announced a technology collaboration with interactive specialist TSItouch. The collaboration adds infrared (IR) multitouch technology to the 55, 65 and 75-inch models of Sony’s BRAVIA professional displays. TSItouch Pulse Type IR technology detects virtually any input — including a finger, gloved finger, stylus or pen — and enables […]
Happy LAVNCH WEEK 4.0, AV pros and fans! This is my first time writing (and experiencing) a LAVNCH WEEK, and it’s been exciting, informative and FUN! In Leah’s words, LAVNCH WEEK events are “part digital-event experience, part virtual product-launch stage and part networking hub,” where we take a deep dive into the now and next […]
BrightSign today announced that BrightSign players have been integrated with Nexmosphere technology to help tempt customers back into brick-and-mortar retail stores as they reopen. To enable touchless navigation of digital content on screen, the new Nexmosphere XT-EF650 AirGesture sensor has been integrated with BrightSign players to register hand swipes. In addition, the AirButton feature detects […]
PPDS, the provider of Philips Professional TV and Digital Signage products, just announced a strategic partnership with the Asian American Hotel Owners Association. Founded in 1989, AAHOA is the voice for America’s hotel owners and is dedicated to advancing and protecting their business interests through advocacy, industry leadership, professional development, member benefits and community engagement. […]
In the connected world of cloud-based signage, security has to take precedence over performance and functionality when operating over corporate IT networks. This is often painful for AV managers. Even the flashiest, most impressive AV systems are inherently flawed if there is potential for a network to become a point-of-entry for hackers. In my experience, […]
Videotel Digital introduced Cloud Mobile Connect, a solution for alternative connectivity requiring only a mobile cell network hotspot device. Vidotel Digital’s VP90XD media player can be paired with StudioPro’s cloud service at no cost to supply coverage in remote locations that do not have an internet connection, simply by using a mobile cell network hotspot […]
Vivitek’s NovoDisplay family of 4K (3,840 x 2,160) UCC and digital signage displays has grown by adding four sizes, 43”, 55”, 65” and 75”. The flagship is the 55” model — able to be used in both landscape and portrait modes and designed for 18/7 operation. It comes integrated with NovoDS software. Using NovoDS Studio, […]
Appspace announced the integration of the Appspace platform with Cisco Webex Control Hub. Appspace, a Webex Certified platform, allows Cisco Webex device users to enable team communications and digital signage using the platform. The new integrated solution is available now at no additional cost. The native integration introduces a new way to get started with […]
