Special Report: 'tipping point' on the way for restaurant self-serve kiosks

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

A special report explores the growing interest by restaurants in self order kiosks. While determining return on investment poses challenges, the market is…

Star Micronics launches receipt printer with charging, communicating capabilities

May 3, 2017

Star Micronics, a POS printer manufacturer, has launched its TSP143IIIU printer, the only receipt printer solution to communicate and charge simultaneously…

Kiosk company imageholders to display finger vein technology at London convention

May 3, 2017

Kiosk manufacturer imageholders will exhibit new finger vein technology by Sthaler at RBTE at London Olympia, May 8-9, according to a press release.

The Tipping Point for Self-Service Kiosks in Restaurants

As more and more restaurant chains explore the use of self-order kiosks, the technology may be on the road to widespread acceptance.

Presented by Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc.

Cyber security firm: kiosks are easy to hack

May 2, 2017

Touchscreen kiosks are easy to hack, according to Kaspersky Labs, a cyber security consultancy, reported by IoT For All, a technology media news site.

Kiosk in Ethiopia mall sells pirated movies via USB port

May 2, 2017

A company called SwiftMedia is producing ATM-style kiosks that sell pirated movies that get transferred to USB sticks, according to TorrentFreak, a publication…

203 vs. 300 DPI for printers: an updated guide

Switching from 203 to 300 DPI is based on the specific user need. An expert reviews the key considerations that determine which DPI best suits your application.

EMV’s impact on kiosk owners, part 1

by Kisha Wilson — Marketing Manager, SlabbKiosks

The US trails other markets in converting to the more secure EMV protocol for equipment that accepts credit cards. Credit card brands have issued cards with…

Laptop station allows library patrons to borrow laptops in Cleveland, Ohio suburb

May 1, 2017

The Westlake Porter Public Library in Westlake, Ohio, a Cleveland suburb, has installed a Laptops Anytime station, offering six Mac Airbooks and six Dell PC…

Goodwill Industries in Virginia town installs informational kiosks for employees

May 1, 2017

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys in Roanoke, Virginia recently installed self-service kiosks in employee break rooms in 10 stores that allow employees to…

Financial platform provider Zoompass teams with UVend Group on cell phone and accessories kiosks

April 28, 2017

Zoompass, a provider of prepaid cards, financing enablement and mobility products, has partnered with Canada-based UVend Group of Companies to place UVG…

Chiropractic management software provider releases patient kiosk

April 28, 2017

ChiroSpring chiropractic practice management software has released its patient kiosk, the latest integrated feature in its system, according to a press…

Parking kiosks in Maine town to take credit cards and cash

April 27, 2017

Parking kiosks that accept both credit cards and cash will replace traditional parking meters this summer in York Beach, Maine, according to seacoastonline.com.

DivDat kiosk no-fee payment model wins accolades from Detroit City Council

April 27, 2017

DivDat Kiosk Network President Jason Bierkle presented his company's no-fee payment model for energy, tax, water and other bills, earning applause from the…

Looking for secure self storage? Kiosks play a role

by Kelsie Collins — Marketing Content Writer & Editor, Advanced Kiosks

A secure storage facility requires three elements: a kiosk, an internal lock system and a break-in alarm. In addition to security, the system brings efficiency.

TNS launches multi-carrier wireless roaming solution for payment devices in North America

April 26, 2017

Transaction Network Services, a payments processing provider, has expanded its global wireless access product across North America for processors, ISOs and…

Kiosk manufacturer imageholders relocates to larger facility to accommodate growth

April 26, 2017

Tablet enclosure and iPad kiosk specialist imageholders is relocating to a newly refurbished office and warehouse as a result of business growth, the company…

Coborn's pharmacies to deploy blood pressure kiosks and health IT platform

April 25, 2017

PharmaSmart International Inc., a manufacturer of health screening kiosks and a developer of health IT and health management solutions, will deploy its blood…

365 Retail Markets acquires POS provider Readytouch

April 25, 2017

365 Retail Markets, a provider of micro market kiosks, has acquired ReadyTouch, a provider of self-service point of sale software for onsite food service…

Maintenance and other considerations for outdoor kiosks

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

With kiosks finding more uses in more location types, the demand for outdoor kiosks continues to grow, posing a set of special considerations. An industry…