Amino announced the H200W, a Wi-Fi 6- and Bluetooth (BLE 5.2)-enabled digital signage player that provides 4K outputs and can be managed via the Amino CMS. Integrating Wi-Fi 6 and BLE 5.2 wireless connectivity in enterprise and digital signage environments “reduces installation costs and complexity by eliminating cabling,” according to the company. By including BLE5.2 […]

ECS Industrial Computer announced the LIVA mini PCs and fanless box PC for digital signage. The LIVA X3A is an ARM-based digital signage player integrated with ContentSync, a digital signage CMS aimed at retail stores, shopping malls, restaurants, banks, hotels and airports. The LIVA X3A features the Rockchip RK3588 processor, 8GB LPDDR5 memory and 64GB […]

Planar introduced the Planar Luminate Ultra W Series as the newest addition to the company’s portfolio of high bright, fine pixel pitch LED video wall display solutions for outdoor use. The Planar Luminate Ultra W Series models incorporate MicroLED technology to produce enhanced black levels and high brightness even in direct sunlight. The new solution […]

Nanolumens announced a new extension of its Nixel Series LED featuring an ultra tight radius and narrow pixel pitch. The new Nixel Flex product is designed to elevate the standard for seamlessly curved displays with its design and flexibility. Thanks to Nanolumens patented True Curve technology, the Nixel product builds on the success of the […]

Sony Electronics launched a plethora of display and UCC solutions at InfoComm 2024. Sony’s lineup of 4K HDR BRAVIA professional displays include the flagship 98-inch BZ53L model, the BZ40L series and the introductory EZ20L series. The BZ53L and BZ40L series feature the company’s imaging capabilities and Deep Black Non-Glare technology, which offers “low reflection while maintaining deep blacks, high contrast and precise image […]

UPDATE: Panasonic Connect reached out to rAVe on May 30, 2024, to offer the following comment: The recent reporting is not the result of any announcement by Panasonic. Regarding the contents of the below report and others, no decisions have been made at this time, and the company has nothing further to say. The Nikkei […]

This year, InfoComm 2024 will shine a spotlight on first-time exhibitors by adding them to a special section on the show floor, the “Trailblazers Zone.” This section of the trade show features new exhibitors who have undergone a thorough vetting process. According to the InfoComm site, these exhibitors demonstrate innovation, offer unique or compelling value […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand AV, announced the release of the TiLED dvLED Universal Wall Mounts, the next generation of TiLED dvLED wall mounts that includes compatibility across a multitude of interlocking panels. Designed for adaptability, scalability and precision, Legrand says these universal wall mounts simplify the installation process, reduce installation time from days to […]

PPDS announced that Appspace is certified as an official PPDS Wave ProStore premium application, making it easier to deploy with Philips Android SoC displays, including the Philips Signage 3000 Series (Q-Line), Philips Signage 4000 Series (D-Line) and the Philips Interactive (T-Line). Features: Digital signage: Get information across on workplace displays, allowing visitors and staff to […]

Nanolumens announced the 4K Captivate Series, an all-in-one chip-on-board (COB) LED platform that’s native 4K resolution. The Nanolumens Captivate Series is 165” and the company says it features tighter pitches, achieving a 0.9 pixel pitch to ensure that images on Nanolumens’ displays feature “smoother borders and finer detail.” Nanolumens says this also allows viewers to […]

Navori Labs just introduced the StiX 3800 ultra-compact, AI-powered digital signage media player. The StiX 3800 includes audience measurement capabilities that help users “better understand their audience and how content performs.” Navori says users can tailor content on-the-fly to meet viewer preferences and behaviors, leveraging immediate feedback from footfall, dwell time, people and vehicle analytics […]

Carousel Digital Signage has expanded its content creation universe through native integrations with Canva, Google Slides and Geckoboard, allowing Carousel Cloud customers to leverage three of today’s leading design, presentation and dashboard tools for their digital signage messaging, according to the company. Carousel says Canva, Google Slides and Geckoboard are popular platforms among educational institutions […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand AV, just debuted the Tempo Flat Panel In-Wall Mount System, calling it the first in-wall mount system of its kind in the industry. This all-in-one system includes in-wall storage and flat panel mounts that can be purchased and installed to accommodate the stages of construction, from rough-in to AV commissioning. […]

Absen announced the Absenicon X Series and KLCOB V2 Series, two MicroLED solutions, the Acclaim Series, AW Series and NX Series will debut at InfoComm 2024 in booth W2524. Absenicon X: Available in varying sizes, including 108”, 136” and 163”, the company says the Absenicon X Series uses microLED technology and optional interactive touch capabilities. […]

Epson announced its new large venue 4K laser projectors are now available — the EB-PQ Series. According to the company, more people are seeking out immersive entertainment and crave engaging displays in everyday work and education spaces. Supporting this evolving trend, the new 4K projectors offer higher pixel density on screen to ensure realistic content, […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Sydney Paulk TD SYNNEX With the quest for a simplified “wow” factor, the use of all-in-one dvLED solutions continues to grow. These solutions offer stunning displays and unparalleled performance coupled with seamless integration and easy maintenance — in other words, an integrator’s dream. Keep reading to dive into the captivating […]

Planar announced that two Planar large format LCD display families achieved a first-of-its-kind cybersecurity certification from the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI). After meeting rigorous cybersecurity standards for Internet of Things (IoT) devices, the Planar UltraRes W Series ultra-wide format LCD display and Planar Simplicity M Series 4K LCD display are the Planar’s first commercial […]

Nanolumens announced new enhancements to the Engage Pro in preparation for InfoComm 2024. The company says these new features, aimed at improving compatibility and user experience, complement Engage Pro’s flip-chip COB MiniLED technology, delivering high contrast and high-performance visuals to the Engage Series. Nanolumens says the latest enhancements to Engage Pro include integration with Megapixel […]

Extron is already shipping its PL EXP PDU8L control system power expansion interface that provides centralized 12V DC power management, monitoring and temperature sensing. It delivers 60 watts across eight individually controllable outputs. The IPL EXP PDU8L is Ethernet enabled and features the ability to monitor power consumption while providing a temperature port and thermistor […]

This month’s Temperature Check Survey is now CLOSED. Keep an eye out for a piece that reviews the results and keep an eye out for next month’s survey! It’s almost time for one of the largest trade shows in the AV industry. I can’t wait to attend InfoComm 2024 — Gary and I have been […]

Sony Professional Displays & Solutions has partnered with integrated gesture control company AMERIA AG to create a non-touch solution designed to work with any Sony professional display model, including BRAVIA 4K Professional Displays and the latest generation Crystal LED displays. The first complete solution not to require protective glass, Sony displays powered by AMERIA Touchfree […]

Last month, I flew to Lausanne, Switzerland, to spend two days understanding how a digital signage company, SpinetiX, is totally managing the content for every single room in the Millennium. The Millennium isn’t your average workplace. In addition to housing a TV station and about a dozen corporations, it also includes: ALL of this is […]

Carousel Digital Signage has launched a new media delivery service that they think will change the way organizations engage with their audiences. Carousel Daily allows organizational leaders to take messages direct to intended audiences, pushing need-to-know news and information to mobile devices. The service extends the reach of traditional digital signage content well beyond the […]

To those of you reading this, Happy Earth Day (April 22). Every year, Earth Day reminds us to take care of the planet. After all, how long have the terms “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” been drilled into our brains? If you’re like me, you make sustainable choices as long as they don’t inconvenience you at all. […]

Voting is now CLOSED for the 2024 rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards. Keep an eye out — we are counting up the votes and will announce the winners June 5. If you didn’t get nominated this year, make sure to look out for the 2025 nomination form at the beginning of Q2 2025. These are the […]

E Ink, the ePaper technology company, just announced a strategic partnership with AUO, a global leading supplier of display and smart application solutions, to develop large-size color ePaper displays. E Ink will provide full-color ePaper modules, while AUO will provide integrated software and hardware technologies along with the TFT backplane components. AUO’s Smart Retail Business […]

Korbyt announced Korbyt Anywhere for Webex, expanding the company’s platform to any Cisco device within the Webex ecosystem. This enables corporate users to use Cisco devices as they would any other digital signage endpoint. This is the latest in a series of platform-specific product innovations to facilitate communication and collaboration across a range of different […]

Guests at more than 60 IHG Hotels & Resorts properties across North America can use AirPlay to stream content privately and securely from their iPhone or iPad directly to their in-room big-screen smart hotel TVs by LG Electronics. Guests can connect to the compatible LG hotel TV and the hotel’s Wi-Fi network by scanning an […]

PPDS announced the Philips Cast Server, a dedicated hotel TV solution designed to deliver seamless and secure casting and app streaming experiences for hoteliers and their guests. The new all-in-one Philips Cast Server has Chromecast built-in and PPDS says it was developed with feedback from customers, hotel managers and guests. PPDS says the single unit […]

InfoComm 2024, June 8-14 (exhibits 12-14) at the Las Vegas Convention Center, will present a digital signage program, featuring training courses, the D=SIGN conference, workshops, networking events, and a digital-signage-focused show floor tour. “Reflecting the growing opportunities in the digital signage space, our program at InfoComm will provide a wealth of insight into the very […]

Sony Electronics now has a new 98-inch version of its BRAVIA pro line dubbed the BZ53L aimed at corporate, education, and retail applications, the display incorporates Sony’s innovative Deep Black Non-Glare Coating technology as well as additional features. Sony says the 98-inch model complements the company’s existing Deep Black Non-Glare options which include 55-inch, 65-inch, […]

AVPro Edge introduced the AC-DA-X2 series of HDMI 2.1b distribution amplifiers, including three models with different output configurations. The AVPro Edge AC-DA-12X2 is a one-input to two-output, 48 Gbps HDMI 2.1b distribution amplifier that divides incoming HDMI signals up to 8K/60 fps into two separate output streams. The AC-DA-14X2 is a one-input to four-output version, […]