A stream come true for hoteliers: The Grove Hotel – a luxury five star UK retreat synonymous with the rich and famous – has revolutionised its in-room TV experience, providing guests with fully-tailored content and access to the hotel industry’s widest choice of entertainment services, including all major streaming platforms, for the ultimate home-from-home experience. Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, is proud to announce its industry-leading range of Google Cast and Netflix ready Philips MediaSuite TVs have been selected and installed in the luxury guestrooms at the prestigious five star Grove Hotel in the UK. A short distance from…
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LG Electronics (LG) is set to begin the global rollout of its new OLED evo M4 series TV with the accompanying Zero Connect Box that provides wireless connectivity between the TV and the receiver. The company is presenting the new model in 65 inches, in addition to the 77, 83, and 97 inches; the M series offers to accommodate the personal preferences and living spaces of as many customers as possible. Powered by the cutting-edge LG α (Alpha) 11 AI Processor, the OLED M4 delivers superior home entertainment experiences while its proprietary wireless-transmission technology unlocks new possibilities in living-space curation.…
i3-Technologies Interactive Technology Solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of CTOUCH, is a prominent developer of sustainable touchscreen technologies. This strategic acquisition is set to enhance i3-Technologies’ product offerings and market reach, solidifying its position as a global leader in the interactive technology and collaboration solutions industry. The acquisition of CTOUCH aligns with i3-Technologies’ mission to provide interactive, inspiring, and integrated solutions that foster collaboration and engagement in educational, corporate, and public sector environments. CTOUCH’s expertise in sustainable touchscreen displays, and user-friendly software complements i3 Technologies’ existing world class portfolio of solutions, allowing the combined entity to deliver a…
onemedia has reinforced its product offering further after signing a UK distribution agreement with PlexusAV. PlexusAV is the latest innovative vendor to partner with the UK technical Audio Visual and Workplace solutions distributor following onemedia’s agreement with Rethink last month. The Plexus product suite leverages a true open standard based on SMPTE ST 2110 called IPMX, which is poised to complement onemedia’s mission to deliver total technical AV solutions. With the continued adoption of AVoIP, Will Hetherington, Technical Director at onemedia, sees PlexusAV as the perfect platform to unite networked AV devices. “PlexusAV is the first brand we have seen…
Immersive projection mapping combined with spectacular ‘technology-performance-gastronomy’ shows delight audiences with a 270-degree immersive experience created using 32 NEC laser projectors and video mapping techniques. Blending digital and visual art, the Cosmos Theatre is an innovative project promising a brand-new guest experience: ‘a unique synthesis of art, gastronomy, entertainment and technology.’ The ‘Dinner Theatre’ aims to awaken all five of the senses through themed gastronomic events where guests are entertained with on-stage performances and an immersive digital art experience. Located alongside the Nirvana Cosmopolitan Hotel in Antalya, Turkey, the Cosmos Theatre hosts concerts, themed events, and famous local and foreign…
The Bagel Factory, a renowned UK chain of convenience food outlets specialising in freshly baked and filled bagels, has taken a significant leap forward in enhancing its customer experience by digitizing its stores with menu boards powered by the nsign.tv digital signage software platform. Founded in 1997 with its first store on Endell Street, London, The Bagel Factory has grown to over 32 outlets across United Kingdom, strategically located at major travel hubs. “We were in search of a cost-effective and user-friendly menu signage solution that could be easily deployed and maintained across all our stores”, explains Abdul Mohamed, IT…
Ever heard of ‘Beeple’ (or Mike Winkelmann as his birth certificate states)? As ‘Beegle’, Winkelmann is acknowledged as a pioneer in the digital art world, with his best-known work the NFT artwork “Everyday: The First 5000 Days” selling for $69 million at Christie’s in 2021. Beegle unfamiliar, how about ‘Pak’? You could be forgiven for not knowing this anonymous digital artist, whose work also explores the boundaries of digital art and NFTs. The artist’s minimalist and geometric NFT project “The Merge” sold for $91.8 million. Like many digital artists, Beegle and Pak are making significant impacts through their unique styles…
The post-pandemic workplace demands have shifted, pushing organisations to rethink their office environments to make the office workplace more attractive, while also ensuring remote workers equal visibility. This shift has accelerated the adoption of advanced AV and smart building technologies, emphasising immersive workspaces and meeting equity. Innovations such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), enhanced artificial intelligence (AI), and avatar representation for remote participants sound like a distant future. But, as Bill Gates once said “people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in 10 years.”, conveniently quoted in the Meta press…
Absen has named Kinly as the first European-based company to be awarded Absen Global Platinum Partner status. The platinum partner agreement with Kinly further strengthens Absen’s commitment to continuous growth and diversification globally. Under the agreement, Kinly will be the first to access and integrate the latest advancements in LED display technology from Absen, as well receiving enhanced training and support from Absen technicians, ensuring that Kinly has the product expertise to design, install, and maintain Absen LED displays. In addition, Kinly will benefit from Absen’s qualified lead referrals, expanding its market reach and customer base. Kinly’s Global Product Board…
Brompton Technology has three new members to its Panel Manufacturer Partner Programme. Following the announcement of ROE Visual as the founding member and Diamond Partner, Brompton has now extended the programme to include Gold and Blue Partnership levels. INFiLED and Absen join as Gold Partners, while PIXREAL becomes a Blue Partner. “Brompton launched the scheme earlier this year to help us forge long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships with LED panel manufacturers we are working with extensively. It is great to be able to welcome INFiLED, Absen and PIXREAL into the programme,” says Richard Mead, CEO of Brompton Technology. “These partnerships reinforce our mission…