Axiomtek intros compact Intel Atom fanless embedded computer

October 12, 2010

Taiwan-based Axiomtek introduced the eBOX531-820-FL compact fanless embedded box computer with a 10V to 30V wide-range DC power input for rugged and…

Researchers create touch screens that you can feel and can feel you

October 12, 2010

Scientists at Pittsburgh-based Disney Researchers are working on touch screens where the user would feel the location of the keys, and could possibly learn to…

Kiosks, ATMs could see new ADA regulations

The Justice Department is mulling rule changes regarding access to kiosks by the disabled.

Why is Blu-ray important to the kiosk business?

by Michael Rigato — V.P. of Operations, Signifi Solutions Inc.

When am I going to be able to press a button on my temple and get a movie to start playing in my head?  Don’t laugh, it’s probably under development!   But…

Signifi launches outdoor DVD kiosk in Cleveland

October 11, 2010

Toronto-based Signifi Solutions recently launched in Cleveland its newest entertainment kiosk suite: a fully weather-protected outdoor unit. The heated and air…

Library kiosks with RFID offer self-serve for Mancunians

October 11, 2010

Libraries in Stockport, England, near Manchester, are the latest to install self-serve kiosks for patrons, according to the AboutMyArea guide.

Wish list kiosks in Toys"R"Us makes wishes easy

October 11, 2010

Toys"R"Us announced the rollout of Wish List self-service kiosks in all its stores nationwide. Once a Wish List is created either in-store or online, holiday…

Omnivex powering DOOH ads, touch screens on photo kiosks

October 11, 2010

Omnivex Corp., a provider of enterprise-level software for digital signage networks, announced that its software is being used to manage photo kiosks located…

Versatile and Motorola Solutions Improve Stadium Experience for San Diego Chargers’ Fans

Versatile Systems Inc. (Trading symbols on the TSX Venture Exchange: , today announced that the National Football League’s (NFL) San Diego Chargers have…

Free webinar on kiosk design features Olea, Elo TouchSystems, Arrow Electronics and Seiko

October 10, 2010

Torrance, Calif.-based Seiko Instruments USA Inc., Thermal Printer Division, announced it was sponsoring a free kiosk design webinar on October 19, at 9:0…

Coinstar, and redbox, still got plenty of action, drama, laughs to give

October 10, 2010

The stock of Coinstar is strong this year due to its mighty redbox DVD-rental kiosk, according to an Associated Press story that ran in the Boston Herald. As…

Kiosks cheaper than post office outlets: Postmaster General

October 10, 2010

More than half the 32,663 post office outlets generate less revenue than the average self-serve mail kiosk, Postmaster General John Potter told reporters at a…

Coke dispenser designed to ensure self-serve means selection

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The master marketer is taking beverage dispensing to the next level, and leading the way on self-serve in QSRs.

Self-serve kiosks could make FoodParc NYC's hippest eatery

October 7, 2010

Kiosk software firm NEXTEP SYSTEMS announced it is powering the new FoodParc, a 20,000-square-foot multiconcept eatery that opened last month in Kimpton's…

Telehealth intros blood pressure kiosk for the office

October 7, 2010

The United Kingdom’s Telehealth Solutions announced it has launched the Occupational Health Pod, a kiosk that allows users to measure their blood pressure and…

MetaSource to showcase 'RapidEnroll' retail loyalty kiosk

October 7, 2010

Bristol, Penn.-based MetaSource announced it will highlight its RapidEnroll loyalty solution with kiosks for retailers as a 2010 Corporate Sponsor of the Lead…

Retailers combine digital signage, kiosks to create flagship store within a store

Attention-grabbing signs and self-service kiosks help build a destination for passersby and in-store shoppers.

Global self-checkout market grew 23% in 2009: Study

October 6, 2010

Research firm RBR reported that the number of installed self-checkout (SCO) terminals worldwide totaled 111,400 at the end of last year, a 23 percent rise from…

Universal, NCR agree to 28-day delay for DVDs at BLOCKBUSTER Express kiosks

October 6, 2010

NCR Corp. and Universal Studios Home Entertainment announced that Universal’s new release titles will be available at NCR's BLOCKBUSTER Express DVD-rental…

Global Axcess names Caramuta COO

October 6, 2010

Jacksonville, Fla.-based Global Axcess Corp. announced that it has named Marc Caramuta to the newly-created position of chief operating officer, effective…