Top patent court almost never makes bad actors pay. Supremes see it differently. Craig Keefner‘s insight: This result will be good news to many tech companies that believe they are regularly attacked with meritless patent cases. A lower standard for fee-shifting would allow them to get some leverage against the non-practicing patent owners sometimes known as “patent trolls.” See on… Read More »
The Woodlawn station will take part a pilot program to test solar-powered kiosk with real-time arrival and departure times for connecting services. See on www.metro.us PostCounter: 127
CVS Caremark will launch a service to help some customers pay their health insurance premiums, the company announced this week. “Millions of Americans have enrolled in health insurance this year for the first time and we want to help with this transition by providing an easy way to pay their premiums in our stores,” Josh Flum, senior… Read More »
Learn how Kiosks can save the Self-Service Industry, these kiosks are customizable in functionality. Craig Keefner‘s insight: Infographic by Olea See on visual.ly PostCounter: 110
Supermarket News your source for Supermarket news, top lists and retailer info See on supermarketnews.com PostCounter: 122
Who says print is dead? If anything, it’s alive and sounds delicious! This unique poster, created by Grey London and print production and software developer Novalia, is essentially an app made of paper promoting British food brand Schwartz’s Flavour Shots. Craig Keefner‘s insight: Pretty cool touchscreen using ink See on www.adweek.com PostCounter: 120
Zebra buys Motorola Solutions’ enterprise unit for $3.45 billion and risks indigestion. Its Zatar cloud software will need to be the glue that binds the two businesses and delivers so-called synergies. Craig Keefner‘s insight: Makes a lot on a lot of levels. I just didn’t realize Zebra had it in them to make such a move. See… Read More »
Sunglasses Kiosk RMUs Sunglass Hut Partners with IDL Worldwide for its Millennial-Focused Retail Brand and Environment, Shaded. | Virtual Strategy Magazine is an online publication devoted entirely to virtualization technologies. Craig Keefner‘s insight: the customer experience needed to be interactive, the team integrated built-in photo booths to allow for instantaneous photo taking and prints. Additionally, in order… Read More »
Omnivend Kiosk News Waterford-based tech company Omnivend is rolling out its top-up kiosks to over 20 O2 stores around the country and is eyeing the UK market as it continues to grow. Waterford-based tech company Omnivend is rolling out its top-up kiosks to over 20 O2 stores around the country and is eyeing the UK market as it… Read More »
Coinstar Gift Card Exchange Kiosks & Blackhawk Coinstar expands the market for vending machines Craig Keefner‘s insight: Nice writeup and flowchart showing Coinstar bidding $70 for $100 card, then handing off to Blackhawk who sells the $100 card on Cardpool.com for $90. Coinstar and Blackhawk split the profit of $20 50-50 See on www.marketplace.org More Coinstar Posts… Read More »
Whenever I’m in New York City and load up a MetroCard at the train station kiosk, I give the card readers extra scrutiny and think to myself, “such a high-volume spot would be a great place to inst… Craig Keefner‘s insight: Nice photos of skimmer See on consumerist.com PostCounter: 113
MANISTEE — Patients seeing West Shore Medical Center employed health care providers in Manistee have a convenient new option for checking in when they arrive for their appointments. West Shore has installed self check-in kiosks in the lobby of the primary care office, located at 1400 E. Parkdale Ave., and on the first level of … See on… Read More »
New York Daily NewsKeyMe unlocks big expansion: Long Island City startup to add hundreds of … Craig Keefner‘s insight: Might be a little late to the party given MinuteKey See on www.nydailynews.com PostCounter: 126
‘Ship Dining on the Go’ moves touchscreen kiosks The Slate Online Students can now pre-order food from convenient locations around campus, thanks to efforts by Chartwells, the company that runs Shippensburg University Dining Services. See on www.theslateonline.com PostCounter: 112
SUPERVALU Integrates Stayhealthy’s HEALTHCenter Kiosks Into Stores Retail Solutions Online (press release) SUPERVALU, chain grocery operator of stores including, Cub FOODS, Farm Fresh, HornBacher’s, Shoppers, Shop ‘N Save, and Save-A-Lot, recently… See on www.retailsolutionsonline.com PostCounter: 112
KioWare software now available to federal, state, & local government agencies through a GSA IT Schedule 70 Contract – KioWare.com Craig Keefner‘s insight: KioWare is sold throughout the world in over 80 countries to businesses, as well as federal, state/regional, and local government buyers. KioWare’s clients include the US Air Force, Coast Guard, Army Reserves, and Army Corps… Read More »
Self-service kiosk for debit and credit cards, aims to improve the customer service and enhance the banking experience for customers. Lets you apply and receive your card right at the station. The self-service kiosk is placed at the Bank’s D-Ring Road Branch and operates from Sunday-Thursday from 7:30am to 4:00pm. Customers will be equipped to get their debit… Read More »
Redbox DVD Rental Kiosks Editors update: It’s 2021 and these things are still going. Here is 2021 Investors Report and these people have expanded into video on demand and 10 or so other digital channels, along with their thousands of movie rental kiosks. Redbox Signs Ad Supported Video on Demand (AVOD) Deal With WarnerMedia and Adds AVOD Titles… Read More »
Exchange gift card for cash with Coinstar kiosk. Insert your card and the machine then generates a bid for your card. Accept it and it prints token for cash. Coinstar President Jim Gaherity joined guest host Kim Holcomb on the show today to share how you can transform loose change and unused giftcards into cold hard cash.The traditional… Read More »
Possible Worldwide Debuts World’s Most Advanced, Multi-Touch Racing Experience with Introduction of IBU Interactive Table for Hong Kong Jockey Club Craig Keefner‘s insight: Nice video for multitouch gaming table in Hong Kong See on www.youtube.com PostCounter: 114
Plaza Medical Center opens next week and the Tele-Robot Kiosk is amazing. By Tammye Nash/[email protected] Plaza Medical Center’s new ER in Burleson opens to the public on April 15, patients will have the benefit of the latest technological advances. Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth is a Hospital Corporation of America North Texas Division hospital, and the ER… Read More »
Canada’s Smart Technologies is exiting the optical touch sensor display business for desktops. Craig Keefner‘s insight: Didn’t realize this had happened. Feb 2014. They paid 82M for NextWindow. Now they exit the business. See on www.zdnet.com PostCounter: 127
Kiosk News this month is Panera’s 42M upgrade of facilities for self-service, the resurrection of Rubi Coffee Kiosk, and DaaS ala Chromebooks and Dell Lightning. Trivia this month is picture of old Bay Hill Bunch Craig Keefner‘s insight: News this month is Panera’s 42M upgrade of facilities for self-service, the resurrection of Rubi Coffee Kiosk, and DaaS… Read More »
Dental Whitening Kiosk NASHVILLE, Tenn. – A whiter smile is just one of the things you can purchase at Opry Mills Mall. Spa See on www.fox17.com Yes, there are dental whitening kiosks, often found in shopping malls. These kiosks offer teeth whitening services at a lower cost compared to professional dental treatments, typically ranging from $50 to $100… Read More »
Intel Guide to retail solutions based on personalization. “The Retailers’ Guide to Creating Personalized Shopping Experiences” for an overview of the latest Intel® technology-based, in-store solutions that can attract customers’ attention, exceed expectations, and benefit your bottom line, including: Increasing brand awareness and in-store visits by presenting customers with relevant offers and information in timely and personalized ways.… Read More »
Kiosk Mode VMWare Self-service kiosks can be used in many different situations, such as healthcare, hospitality, and education. For example, a majority of patients claim that the most challenging part of a hospital or doctor visit isn’t the visit itself—it’s the check-in process. A kiosk station can help simplify the patient experience by allowing them to update their personal… Read More »
How To Mess Up A Kiosk Location Pinterest is a visual discovery tool that you can use to find ideas for all your projects and interests. Craig Keefner‘s insight: here is digital signage at Natural Grocers…At least it’s mobile! See on www.pinterest.com PostCounter: 123
This Pin was discovered by Craig Keefner. Discover (and save!) your own Pins on Pinterest. See on www.pinterest.com PostCounter: 136
Redbox Kiosk Turns Phone Into Cash If you’ve ever dumped a jar of pennies into a Coinstar machine or rented a DVD from RedBox, then you’ve helped Bellevue-based Outerwall become a pioneer in automated kiosk technologies. See on www.king5.com GOBankingRates EcoATM Near Me: Find Nearest ATM Locations Turn Off Find My iPhone. If your Apple device works, you’ll… Read More »
Craig Keefner‘s insight: Cool interactive tables in retail See on retail-innovation.com PostCounter: 112
Clearwave Self-Service Kiosks Improve Patient Engagement. Patient messaging helps hospital customers raise patient awareness of services improving health, wellness and profitability. – PR12303931 Craig Keefner‘s insight: PR by Clearwave. Benefits of patient signing up for patient portal + raising awareness of things like Lasik See on www.prlog.org PostCounter: 123
Western Sydney Senator Marise Payne’s visit to Broadband for Seniors kiosk at Parramatta. Craig Keefner‘s insight: Broadband for seniors. See on www.parramattasun.com.au PostCounter: 123
deal includes the Rubi brand name, technology and associated intellectual property, along with the completed inventory of Rubi coffee kiosks. Craig Keefner‘s insight: Feniks founded by Jim Craig, Travis Pierce, and Doug Coppenbarger — all three from Rubi kiosk team at Outerwall. Feniks has $1.5m in funding to re-launch the Rubi Micro-Café concept over the next… Read More »
