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How To – Microsoft Internet Kiosk Mode Windows 10 Troubleshooting Common Problems

Internet Kiosk – New York Internet kiosk browsers shut down due to porn and Netflix – 2016

Internet Kiosk Offers Video Chat, Email for Jail Detainees

Kiosk Industry is the news engine for the Kiosk Manufacturer Association or KMA which is a global, cause-based, not-for-profit organization focused on better self-service for customers and employees through kiosks and information technology (IT). Kiosk Industry Association leads efforts to optimize self-service engagements and engagement outcomes using information technology such as kiosks.

The Kiosk Industry Group acts as the professional news and marketing website for the kiosk and self-service industry. We are funded by those companies for the benefit of developers, resources and client companies interested in self-service, kiosks, thin or internet terminals and POS systems. News about the industry and by the industry that is relevant to companies looking to utilize self-service, and companies which assist in doing just that (hardware, software and application).

HIMSS Preview – Patient Kiosk Medical EHR, Physician Practice Management Software at HIMSS in Chicago

iPatientCare Announces to Deploy Patient Kiosk Integrated with EHR and Patient Portal Enhanced Patient Experience of Self-Service Check-in at Physicians’ Offices by Deploying Patient Kiosk Source: www.ipatientcare.com iPatientCare’s Patient Kiosk solution utilizes best technologies offered by CTS so that patients can not only check-in easily but also sign the consent forms, pay their balance and co-pay, and scan drivers… Read More »

Amazon.com builds brick-and-mortar presence with card-swiping device

Amazon Card Swipe SAN FRANCISCO, Aug 13 (Reuters) – Amazon.com Inc unveiled a $10 credit-card reader and mobile app forbrick-and-mortar businesses on Wednesday, marking the lateststep by the U.S. online retailer to expand Source: www.reuters.com Amazon Local Register takes on Square, PayPal & NCR. 1.75% which is a remarkable rate. More than 90% of U.S. retail sales take… Read More »

KioWare – Windows and Android Kiosk with Kiosk Remote Monitoring feature on Kiosk Industry

KioWare Analytical Design Solutions Inc. (ADSI), the parent company of KioWare, has been in business since 1991 providing client/server database and web development consulting services. The maturin… Source: kioskindustry.org Kioware feature article on kiosk industry.  Along with full Windows versions, Kioware has 3rd gen Android clients with remote monitoring and alerts. Feature support such as ChromeCast.

Consumer Updates > Blood Pressure Kiosks Aren’t for Everyone

Blood Pressure Kiosks Limitations Correct cuff size is critical in measuring blood pressure. FDA is advising consumers that the cuffs on blood pressure kiosks in stores, pharmacies, gyms and other locations don’t fit everyone and might not be accurate for all users. Source: www.fda.gov Here is the link to the PDF — http://www.fda.gov/downloads/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/UCM402316.pdf

Kiosk Patents – Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Stop Abusive Patent Troll Litigation

Patent Kiosk News Legislation introduced by Senate Judiciary Committee that seeks to protect retailers and other businesses from overly litigious patent trolls  The National Retail Federation today welcomed bipartisan patent reform legislation introduced by Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck E. Grassley, R-Iowa, and Ranking Member Patrick J. Leahy, D-Vt., that seeks to protect retailers and other businesses from overly litigious… Read More »

Optimizing Retail Solutions

The mobile retail experience In the current mobile marketplace, desktop sites, apps, in store signage, and mobile sites combine to create a consumer experience that may or may not be consistent across all mediums.  In April’s STORES Magazine,  Peter Johnson writes about how MandM e-retailer identifies this issue and works to resolve it.  Graham Benson, IT Director at… Read More »

Staples to buy retail-focused software firm PNI Digital

Staples to buy retail-focused software firm PNI Digital: TORONTO (Reuters) – Staples Inc said on Monday it wil… http://t.co/nlQaiewfgR Craig Keefner‘s insight: Vancouver-based PNI said with Staples’ support it expects to significantly expand the services it offers to its retailers and partners. Its software, which powers both online and in-store platforms, is currently used by retailers such as… Read More »

NCR Kiosks Chosen for Dubai Airport

GlobalAtlanta is Atlanta’s International Business News Source. Craig Keefner‘s insight: The 50 42-inch touchscreens installed in the Dubai airport also allow travelers to check the weather at their destinations or find information about local hotels or attractions.  See on www.globalatlanta.com

DFI TECH Releases New Digital Signage and Interactive Kiosk Solution Based on Intel’s Next Unit of Computing (NUC) | DFI TECH

New Product Leverages Intel Ivy Bridge Processor for Superior Processing Power in Smaller Package DFI TECH today announced the availability of its latest Craig Keefner‘s insight: Even with the smaller form factor and reduced footprint, DFI TECH also added several expansion slots to cater to environments that might require multiple monitors, keyboards, POS, bar coding, touch screen and… Read More »

In 9-0 vote, Supreme Court makes it easier to get fees in patent cases

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 »

CVS launches insurance premium payment service

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 vice… Read More »

Press Release KioWare Kiosk Software Receives GSA Schedule Contract

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 »

Redbox chain breathes new life into movie rental scene

Get out the stethoscope, Nova Scotia movie fans. It appears there may be some life in the movie rental business after all. Craig Keefner‘s insight: During the past year, about 135 Redbox kiosks have popped up in Atlantic Canada at Sobeys,Superstore, Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart and Petro-Canada locations. Redbox movie rental kiosks are popping up all over the province — and across the Atlantic… Read More »