PPDS has announced the installation of a state-of-the-art Philips Urban LED wall at the reigning La Liga and Copa del Rey champions’ Ciutat Esportiva training campus. Together with FC Barcelona’s commitment to installing advanced and sustainable technologies in its spectacular new Spotify Camp Nou stadium – for which Philips Professional Displays is the Official Digital Display Supplier – the Club also prides itself on developing and implementing the latest training methods and innovations, with an ever-growing emphasis on technology to help stay on top. As one of the world’s most successful football clubs, boasting a trophy cabinet filled with 28 x La Liga titles,…
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Christie 1DLP laser projectors are delivering vivid, immersive visuals at Ghostly Manor, a new dark ride at Paultons Park in Hampshire, UK. Designed and installed by Lagotronics Projects, the £3.5 million attraction combines physical sets, projection mapping, and interactive gameplay to create a thrilling ghost-themed adventure. Six Christie DWU1100-GS and two DWU1400-GS laser projectors bring the haunted scenes to life with precision and brightness. Ghostly Manor uses a new ride format, Gameplay Theatre, created by Mack Rides and Lagotronics Projects. Continuously rotating vehicles, each seating eight passengers back-to-back, reveal new environments with each turn. Guests are equipped with Phantom Phasers, onboard interactive…
While Noel and Liam have been playing the songs in their solo guises, the clamour for Oasis never abated. And 16 years after their acrimonious split they’re back with a setlist for the ages. That’s the story. Two ‘Godlike Geniuses’ on stage, the want for ‘something biblical’ is apposite and award-winning video company Universal Pixels (UP) has been right behind the band’s massively acclaimed reunion since it kicked off at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium. Two dates that set a seismic template for Oasis Live ’25, 41 performances in 13 countries across five months. Production manager Tony Gittins tasked UP with colouring…
Denmark’s second-largest media group, Jysk Fynske Medier (JFM), has teamed up with Wowza’s Flowplayer to deliver over 4,000 live-streamed local sports matches annually. Leveraging Flowplayer’s fixed live source technology, JFM is not only redefining how regional sports are broadcast but also unlocking significant digital subscriber growth in the process. Faced with the challenge of monetising local news in a digital-first era, JFM set out to attract and retain subscribers, particularly younger audiences, by offering live coverage of regional sports such as football, ice hockey, handball, and basketball. Inspired by Norway’s Amedia, the company envisioned live sports as a pillar of local…
Signagelive, a leader in digital signage software, has announced its direct integration with long-time partner, Screenfeed – one of the world’s top premium content providers. Marking the next step in Signagelive’s industry-first distribution partnership with Screenfeed, this development offers one of the most comprehensive end-to-end digital signage solutions to date. For the first time, customers can purchase Screenfeed content – then edit, manage, and deliver it on-screen – all within a single platform. The integrated solution is designed to enhance both user experience and return on investment (ROI). It combines best-in-market pricing for high-quality content with a simplified workflow, eliminating…
Sound designer Arnaud Noble is renowned for creating engaging immersive audio experiences for high-profile game titles and interactive media. To bring these atmospheric gaming environments to life, Noble sets out on real-world ‘sound expeditions’. At his side is a Sennheiser MKH 8030/MKH 8040 RF condenser microphone combo for capturing the raw original sounds that he will then weave into fascinating game soundscapes – from dense, captivating sound ‘tapestries’ to eerie sound effects. This is a glimpse behind the scenes of a truly bewitching craft. Sound plays a critical role in games, for shaping the player’s experience, enhancing the atmosphere, and…
Yue Opera is a popular Chinese opera genre that features women in all roles. For Hangzhou Butterfly Theatre’s successful premier of My Grand View Garden the audio team chose to invest in a DiGiCo Quantum 225, supplied by Rightway Audio Consultant (RAC) to deliver the required clarity and immersive experience that is amazing and delighting audiences. The Zhejiang Xiaobaihua Yue Opera Theatre have enjoyed extraordinary success over the last decade, engaging new and younger audiences in the classic Yue Opera genre. Founded in 1984, the troupe is dedicated to modernizing, innovating and raising awareness of the art-form. A key feature…
025 celebrates a landmark 25 years of Absen of LED display innovation. Since its inception in 2001, the company has evolved into a global force, delivering state-of-the-art LED solutions to over 140 countries and regions. Throughout this journey, Absen has consistently pushed the boundaries of visual technology, redefining how audiences engage with digital content, immersive environments, and storytelling experiences across industries and the world. Over the past quarter-century, Absen has led the way in transforming how the world experiences LED displays. With more than 60,000 installations worldwide, from high-profile installations at live events and sports venues to corporate lobbies, control…
PPDS has announced the latest structural updates to its EMEA sales and global marketing management teams, with the promotion of Jae O Choi Park and Ron Cottaar to lead the company’s amplified growth ambitions. Reaffirming PPDS’ unparalleled commitment to supporting its global sales and marketing teams and delivering bespoke services and solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of individual customers across all markets and regions, the changes reflect the continued evolution of PPDS’ expanding global operations. In recent years, PPDS has undergone a series of positive transformations, designed to deliver greater value and opportunities to partners and end customers…
Absen makes a dynamic return to IBC 2025 on Booth 1.D31, showcasing its latest technologies across multiple markets including control rooms, virtual production, holography and rental & staging. IBC takes place from 12 – 15 September 2025 at the RAI, Amsterdam, and visitors will experience Absen’s multi-zone exhibition booth designed to highlight the company’s commitment to innovation, versatility, and immersive visual experiences. Absen’s booth will demonstrate how it is elevating visual performance through its three dedicated zones: Stage Application Zone: This zone will feature Absen’s ultra-lightweight and flexible Saturn Series (SA) SA2.6 and SA2.6-C (flex) displays, alongside its newly developed…