Meridian launches interactive digital signage kiosk solution

September 17, 2012

Self-service kiosk firm Meridian has launched a new interactive digital signage kiosk solution and powered the solution with their proprietary software…

Charging station to power up in retail stores

September 12, 2012

Frank Mayer & Associates announced today the development of cellphone charging stations aimed at driving retail store traffic and social engagement…

ConnectedSign, ViewSonic partner for digital signage kiosks

September 11, 2012

ConnectedSign and ViewSonic have partnered to provide interactive digital signage kiosk solutions, according to an announcement from the companies.

Are we there yet? Why is it taking so long for digital signage to catch on?

by Michael Ionescu — President, Ionescu Technologies

When my brother and I first started our digital signage business, there were many instances in my environment that made me think, "Digital screens are a no…

DSA accepting nominations for Crown Awards for excellence in content

August 27, 2012

The Digital Screenmedia Association is now accepting entries for the DSA Crown Awards, recognizing the impact of excellent content in digital out-of-home…

What is a mobile kiosk?

by Michael Ionescu — President, Ionescu Technologies

A comment to my last blog challenged whether iPads were a viable substitute for traditional interactive kiosks and further questioned the definition of a…

Clear Channel Airports partners with Meridian for ADA-compliant airport digital signage kiosks

August 14, 2012

Working with Clear Channel Airports, full-service kiosk solutions provider Meridian has launched an Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant turnkey system…

Updated AAA ratings system includes use of kiosks, digital signage

by Natalie Gagliordi — Editor of KioskMarketplace.com, Networld Media Group

August 13, 2012

AAA recently updated its diamond rating system for North American hotels — and included kiosks and digital signage as part of its rating evaluations.

Digital signage/kiosks light up BBVA bank's Madrid flagship location

August 8, 2012

John Ryan, the global retail marketing agency specializing in messaging solutions for retail banks, recently announced the launch of an advanced multimedia…

Predicting the future of digital signage and smart vending kiosks, Pt. II

by Christopher Hall — w, t

From Cupcake ATMs to Coke machines with digital signage, intelligent vending is the wave of the future.

Airport electronics chain opts for touchscreen digital signage solution (Video)

July 31, 2012

Retail management solutions provider iQmetrix today announced that APW Brands, an airport-based retailer of consumer electronics and wireless accessories, has…

DSA hosting networking, education event on digital signage kiosks and convergent technologies in Chicago

July 25, 2012

The Digital Screenmedia Association is hosting an education and networking event Aug. 7 in Chicago.

How to make digital signage, kiosks pay for themselves

by Christopher Hall — w, t

A recent webinar looked at ways to recoup the initial investment from a new technology deployment.

Tokyo toy co testing augmented reality kiosks

July 16, 2012

A Tokyo toy company is testing kiosks with augmented reality capabilities to allow shoppers to interact with toys even when they're still in packaging.

Social media 'changes everything' for digital signage kiosks

Integrating social media brings a new voice and a new relevancy to digital out-of-home content.

Skype Station digital signage kiosks taking off

Estonian tech company says new Skype-capable kiosks will drive traffic and ad revenue for customers.

Interactive touchscreens educate UAE residents about World Expo

June 29, 2012

Digital signage kiosks are helping to educate United Arab Emirates residents about the country's bid to host the World Expo 2020 in Dubai under the theme…

Retail tech heats up to beat holiday shopping lockdown

by Christopher Hall — w, t

Behind-the-scenes prep for the holidays is underway, with digital signage and engagement tech on the upswing.

Webinar: Making digital signage pay for itself

June 26, 2012

One of the major concerns in any new business venture or plan is always the same: How do we pay for it?

Groupon pushing deals with street-side touchscreens

June 26, 2012

Groupon is hoping the multitouch displays it's deploying in Chicago this week will entice passersby to purchase deals. The Chicago-based deal company partnered…