TAGGED: MEDIA PLAYERS

Driving force: top-end media player options

Driving force: top-end media player optionsFEATURE: Media players are media-processing modules that play digital content onto digital signage screens. But with hundreds of options available in the market, finding which one is the most appropriate can be a bit daunting.

New bundle on the menu for BrightSign at NRA Show

New bundle on the menu for BrightSign at NRA Show

NEWS: BrightSign is preparing to unveil a new turnkey digital menuboard solution at the NRA Show in Chicago, USA, next week.

BroadSign marks tenth anniversary with X launch

BroadSign marks tenth anniversary with X launch

NEWS: BroadSign says it is going on the offensive as it celebrates its tenth anniversary with the launch of an upgraded version of its SaaS platform.

AOpen launches its 'most powerful' digital signage player

AOpen launches its 'most powerful' digital signage player

NEWS: AOpen has revealed its 'most powerful digital engine yet', the DE67-HAI, which supports the latest Intel Active Management Technology 8.0 firmware.

Noventri unveils new SF-200 media player

Noventri unveils new SF-200 media player

NEWS: Noventri has revealed a more powerful digital signage player to add to its existing product range, the SF-200.

Stratacache makes ISA début with Digital Play

NEWS: Digital signage technology provider Stratacache has announced that it is exhibiting for the first time at ISA International Sign Expo in Las Vegas, USA, from April 4th to 6th.

AOpen targets 'most advanced' workloads with DE6100 player

AOpen targets 'most advanced' workloads with DE6100 player

NEWS: Graphics performance, multi-display handling and low power consumption are all touted by AOpen as benefits of its new Digital Engine DE6100.

HP announces new media players for hospitality and retail environments

HP announces new media players for hospitality and retail environments

NEWS: HP has launched two new 'affordable' media players designed to be used with its digital signage displays to help retail and hospitality businesses.

Advantech and NDS form 'strategic alliance' at ISE 2013

Advantech and NDS form 'strategic alliance' at ISE 2013

NEWS: Advantech has inked a strategic alliance with Net Display Systems.

ISE début for Dataton's first media server

ISE début for Dataton's first media server

NEWS: Swedish AV specialist Dataton has introduced its first dedicated media server integrating its Watchout multi-display software at ISE, as the company celebrates its 40th anniversary.

Signagelive adds support for Instorescreen DSignage Network players

Signagelive adds support for Instorescreen DSignage Network players

NEWS: Support has been added by signagelive for Instorescreen's solid-state, non-PC DSignage Network players.

Advantech announces launch of new digital signage player for ISE

Advantech announces launch of new digital signage player for ISE

NEWS: Advantech is to launch its first RISC-based digital signage player at ISE 2013, the company has announced.

Nexcom NDiS range gets third generation Intel Core addition

Nexcom NDiS range gets third generation Intel Core addition

NEWS: Display solutions manufacturer Nexcom has added a new digital signage player, the M532, to its NDiS family.

Cayin launches upgraded digital signage server

Cayin launches upgraded digital signage server

NEWS: Taiwanese digital signage solutions provider Cayin has unveiled a new generation of compact digital signage server, the CMS-40.

Solid-state XD range to offer 'PC-class performance', says BrightSign

Solid-state XD range to offer 'PC-class performance', says BrightSign

NEWS: BrightSign's new solid-state XD-range media players will offer 'PC-class performance' with advanced multi-media handling and functionality, such as picture-in-picture and more input options, according to the manufacturer.

Crystal Display launches iPhone-style display range

Crystal Display launches iPhone-style display range

NEWS: Crystal Display Systems has launched a new range of slimline digital advertising displays with an iPhone-style aesthetic.

Philips launches UPP Android media player

Philips launches UPP Android media player

NEWS: Philips Public Signage distributor MMD has revealed Philips's latest digital signage innovation at the Digital Signage Conference in Munich.

Choosing the right computing technology for retail kiosks

Choosing the right computing technology for retail kiosks

OPINION: Recent years have seen a significant growth in the number of interactive kiosks deployed in the retail environment. Rob Anders from andersDX looks at the issues to consider.

Church spreads the word with Cayin digital signage

Church spreads the word with Cayin digital signage

NEWS: A church in Taiwan has installed digital signage aimed at communicating with people both inside and outside the church.

Nexcom releases industrial computer based on Intel Core processors

Nexcom releases industrial computer based on Intel Core processors

NEWS: Nexcom has released the NISE 3600, a fanless industrial computer based on socket-type third generation Intel Core processors.

New fanless digital signage player released by AOpen

New fanless digital signage player released by AOpen

NEWS: AOpen has revealed the Digital Engine DE3100, an entry-level media player featuring the Intel Atom Processor D2550.

Strategic alliance agreed between AOpen and Online Software

Strategic alliance agreed between AOpen and Online Software

NEWS: Media player manufacturer AOpen and content management software developer Online Software have entered into a strategic alliance.

Fast food chain gets DOOH revamp from Advantech

Fast food chain gets DOOH revamp from Advantech

NEWS: An international fast food chain has upgraded its digital signage platform, formerly powered by consumer-grade PCs.

Concert Technologies takes Noventri digital signage into the corporate arena

NEWS: Noventri's Eco-Series SF-100e digital signage players have been implemented for corporate communications by Concert Technologies.

DV Signage extends entry-level options with MessageBox

DV Signage extends entry-level options with MessageBox

NEWS: DV Signage Europe has extended its range in the introductory digital signage market with MessageBox, a plug-and-play media player.

Review Systems moves to Dynamax and IAdea for ads

NEWS: Review Systems has chosen Dynamax's cloud-based digitalsignage.net application and IAdea's XMP 130 wireless media players to run its advertising network.

US cinema chain adopts Real Digital Media digital signage

US cinema chain adopts Real Digital Media digital signage

NEWS: Real Digital Media's Neocast digital signage platform has been chosen by US company Rave Cinemas for the roll-out of digital menuboards, box office screens and other DOOH applications.

New standalone media player launched by AllSee Technologies

New standalone media player launched by AllSee Technologies

NEWS: AllSee Technologies has launched a new product, the Standalone High Definition Media Player, which allows users to convert an existing screen into a digital display.

Advantech plans 'comprehensive' showcase of digital signage products at ISE 2012

Advantech plans 'comprehensive' showcase of digital signage products at ISE 2012

NEWS: Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2012 will feature a 'comprehensive portfolio of industrial-grade digital signage solutions' from Advantech.

Kontron releases new Box-PC Microspace player with 3D graphics support

Kontron releases new Box-PC Microspace player with 3D graphics support

NEWS: Kontron has launched 'an extremely compact system' designed for graphics-intensive applications such as digital signage.

Keywest Technology presents 'smallest, lightest' digital signage player

Keywest Technology presents 'smallest, lightest' digital signage player

NEWS: Keywest Technology has released its latest digital signage player, MediaZone Pro Nano, which it states is its 'smallest, lightest and lowest cost digital signage player ever'.

AOpen releases new Digital Engine media player for digital signage

AOpen releases new Digital Engine media player for digital signage

NEWS: AOpen has released the Digital Engine DE35-HD, designed to be a 'graphically strong media player' for the digital signage industry.

Cayin digital screen network 'adds modern touch' to traditional wine shop

Cayin digital screen network 'adds modern touch' to traditional wine shop

NEWS: Canadian retailer CSN Wine and Spirits has replaced its printed posters with digital advertising using signage solutions from Cayin's partner DeltaTech.

AOpen Europe and Adtraxion Systems enter into strategic alliance

AOpen Europe and Adtraxion Systems enter into strategic alliance

NEWS: AOpen Europe has announced a strategic alliance with Adtraxion Systems.

Advantech and Stinova to debut joint digital signage at Viscom

Advantech and Stinova to debut joint digital signage at Viscom

NEWS: Advantech and Stinova have announced a strategic alliance which will see them target digital signage and kiosk markets.

New mobile digital signage launched by StrandVision

New mobile digital signage launched by StrandVision

NEWS: StrandVision Digital Signage has announced the launch of a specially configured electronic signage product aimed at deployment in vehicles, such as taxis, trains, buses and ferries.

WiFi-enabled digital media players brought to market by Gefen

WiFi-enabled digital media players brought to market by Gefen

NEWS: Technology provider Gefen has added two new media players to its range of digital signage products.

LG shows off new developments at InfoComm 2011

LG shows off new developments at InfoComm 2011

NEWS: The US arm of LG Electronics will show how it is 'aggressively meeting' the new demands of the display market at InfoComm 2011 in Orlando, Florida, it says.

Noventri 'proud' to work with ECI through new deal

Noventri 'proud' to work with ECI through new deal

NEWS: Noventri has commented on its recent agreement with ECI Communications, which will see the reseller deliver Noventri's Eco-Series SF-100e digital signage.

Scala to showcase HP-compatible software offering at Screenmedia Expo

Scala to showcase HP-compatible software offering at Screenmedia Expo

NEWS: Next week's Screenmedia Expo will play host to Scala's newest offering for the digital signage market, the QuickStart package, which supports HP's SignagePlayer.

Cayin digital signage aims to grab attention at cinemas

Cayin digital signage aims to grab attention at cinemas

NEWS: Cayin digital signage systems has been installed at Glorietta and Greenbelt cinemas in the Philippines, which 'liven up' their environments.

Nexcom unveils new digital signage player

Nexcom unveils new digital signage player

NEWS: Nexcom has announced the release of its latest digital signage player, the NDiS 125-L, which it claims offers 'unparalleled graphic performance'.

'World's most compact digital signage player' driven by AMD Fusion technology

'World's most compact digital signage player' driven by AMD Fusion technology

NEWS: It has been announced that AMD Embedded G-Series APU technology, part of the AMD Fusion family of APUs, is powering the SI-18 Signature Book, a new ultra-compact digital signage player from manufacturing company iBase.

ViewStream-powered LoveContent gallery to feature at NEC showcase

ViewStream-powered LoveContent gallery to feature at NEC showcase

NEWS: LoveContent, a gallery of advertising content produced for digital signage, will be among the features of the NEC Display Showcase 2011 in April, it has been announced.

Nexcom aims to improve ROI with fanless digital signage player

Nexcom aims to improve ROI with fanless digital signage player

NEWS: A new digital signage player has been released by Nexcom, which has a fanless design to increase durability and lifespan, and in turn return on investment, says the manufacturer.

WebDT installation in Malaysia aims to deliver engaging experience

WebDT installation in Malaysia aims to deliver engaging experience

NEWS: Visitors to the Amway Brand Center in Malaysia will now be able to experience a range of dynamic digital content delivered through WebDT Signage System products.

Noventri Eco-Series SF-100e

Noventri Eco-Series SF-100e

PRODUCT PROFILE: According to its manufacturer Noventri, the Eco-Series SF-100e digital signage player was inspired by its customers.

Compact DOOH option launched by Nexcom

Compact DOOH option launched by Nexcom

NEWS: Intel ECA associate member Nexcom has revealed its latest innovation for the digital out-of-home (DOOH) market, the NDiS 166 media player.

Onelan top of the class at Welsh college

Onelan top of the class at Welsh college

NEWS: Onelan has added its Net-Top-Boxes (NTBs) to the Merthyr Tydfil College, in Wales, as part of the educational institution's major overhaul programme which has so far seen £1.8m worth of improvements in the current academic year alone.

IAdea's digital media players gain software support from Stinova

IAdea's digital media players gain software support from Stinova

NEWS: IAdea's open architecture SMIL-based digital media player range has gained additional software support from Stinova.

RidgeLogic launches new plug-and-play packages

RidgeLogic launches new plug-and-play packages

NEWS: Software solutions provider RidgeLogic, based in Buffalo, New York, has introduced the SceneStudio Media Player with three new plug-and-play device packages.

Application-tailored kits launched by Digital View

NEWS: Digital View has announced the availability of custom kits for LCD display designers, which it says will encourage faster prototyping.

SME-targeted digital signage unveiled at electronics show

SME-targeted digital signage unveiled at electronics show

NEWS: AV company CE labs says it will debut its simplistic plug-and-play digital signage, designed to be accessible to smaller businesses, at the CEDIA Expo electronics show in the USA.

Resort promotes amenities with Noventri digital signage

Resort promotes amenities with Noventri digital signage

NEWS: A holiday resort in the USA has installed Noventri digital signage players to promote its amenities and activities to guests.

Caltron launches MP-02Z digital display player

Caltron launches MP-02Z digital display player

NEWS: Caltron, provider of dynamic advertising and digital signage solutions, has launched the MP-02Z, a new digital display player.

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