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…
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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…
Kramer announces acquisition of Ashton Bentley, a UK-based provider of collaboration spaces. This acquisition is a step in Kramer’s three-year strategy offerings in the Unified Communication and Collaboration (UCC) domain. This strategic move will allow Kramer to deliver a comprehensive audio-visual experience, end-to-end approach to hybrid conferencing From audio-visual-enabled meeting room furniture to display mounts, alongside high-quality Audio-Visual Technology products. The acquisition of Ashton Bentley enables Kramer to offer complete meeting room solutions for enterprises in all markets. Providing fully integrated “out of the box” meeting room solutions, ensuring consistent, top-notch hybrid meeting spaces globally. Gilad Yron, CEO of Kramer,…
AV technology pioneer Peerless-AV® launches the latest in mounting systems for direct-to-wall and recessed applications, the STS650 SmartMount® Universal Scissor Wall Mount. The STS650 is designed to solve AV market needs for easy installation and servicing of large displays in recessed or direct-to-wall applications within digital signage, corporate and retail settings. The STS650 simplifies installations by increasing the ease of display mounting while concealing all necessary components neatly behind. The open-access design, optional universal AV component trays, and post-installation adjustability all save valuable install time on site. The STS650 supports 39″ to 85″+ displays, with a maximum load capacity of 90.7kg.…
PSNI Global Alliance partners with LEA Professional as a Global Preferred Vendor Partner (PVP). This collaboration strengthens PSNI’s global offering, enhancing the portfolio with LEA’s smart amplifiers and networked audio solutions. LEA Professional will benefit PSNI Certified Solution Providers and their customers, worldwide. “We are thrilled to welcome LEA to the Alliance,” said Tom Roberts, Director of Vendor Programs for PSNI. “Their innovative networked audio solutions and commitment to continuous innovation align perfectly with our mission. LEA’s Connect Series product line has been met with tremendous industry acclaim, showcasing their intelligent IT solutions, best-in-class DSP, and smart power management—’The LEA…