Hotel Check-In Kiosks HITEC We’re thrilled to debut our Smart Check-In kiosk in partnership with NEC Corporation at #HITEC. Smart Check-In streamlines the check-in and check-out process for hotel guests, so they can spend less time waiting in line and more time enjoying their destination. If you’re going to HITEC, visit KIOSK Sales Director Joe Sawicki and VP of Product Jeremy DuPont at Booth… Read More »
ISVPay and Unattended Card Payments (UCP) deliver omnichannel payments for self-service kiosk businesses Background Overview The general synopsis of this partnership is that ISVPay provides FirstData and TSYS backed merchant accounts, they are a billing channel for solutions we recommend often during our consultations and they are very talented at aggregating small ticket transactions to save kiosk operators… Read More »
Digital Wayfinding Case Study 22Miles Sky Harbor Phoenix View — Phoenix Sky Harbor uses digital wayfinding in the airport and has for many years. It is a good example of displays and software being upgraded along the way, as well as servicing the expansion cycle of the airport. We used to work at Sky Harbor with what we… Read More »
Healthcare Kiosks Abstract Background: Health kiosks are publicly accessible computing devices that provide access to services, including health information provision, clinical measurement collection, patient self–check-in, telemonitoring, and teleconsultation. Although the increase in internet access and ownership of smart personal devices could make kiosks redundant, recent reports have predicted that the market will continue to grow. Objective: We seek… Read More »
ADA Kiosks Canada We updated the Canada ADA kiosks content on kma.global. For more information email [email protected] Canada has requirements regarding “accessibility plans. This was first published in December 2021. Here is the main link. We also recommend the upcoming webinar — ADA Kiosk – Kiosk Retrofit for Usability & Accessibility Webinar In Brief Only federal agencies affected (retailers… Read More »
American Kiosks Partners with meldCX Interesting partnership for American Kiosks which adds AI based check-in, identity verification, object recognition, secure payments, and other operational efficiencies to improve the customer experience. For more information visit their site or you can email [email protected] From the press release off PRNewswire meldCX and American Kiosks announce close partnership, combining state-of-the-art hardware with… Read More »
Kiosk History – Kiosk Printers There has been a lot of activity with companies trying to locate replacement printers for the “trusty workhorse” 203s 403s. Admittedly Zebra started off a huge backend equity built up by Swecoin. Tommy Wincent was in a class by himself. Swecoin first gained solid foothold when IBM came along and subcontracted Swecoin to… Read More »
AV Technology, Digital Signage, and Tech&Learning Announce Winners of InfoComm Best of Show Cindy Davis ( AVTechnology ) published 6 days ago Excerpt: If anyone has been wondering if the AV industry is back, walking the show floor at InfoComm 2022 in Las Vegas, June 8 – 10 was enough to quell any doubt. As editors of Future’s AV Technology, Digital Signage, Installation, Mix, Sound & Video… Read More »
EV Charging Vehicle Market – June Snapshot We track the RFPs issued in this space and have seen a remarkable increase in bids and budgets. The truly remarkable item here is that opportunities for EV charging and vehicles isn’t only in the SLED and FED space, it is in the consumer space. If you are putting in that… Read More »
Kiosk Association June – ADA Self-Service & EV Charging Stations Contact: [email protected] This month we’ve launched a new clearinghouse for EV Charging Stations (https://ev-charging.stations.org). EV charging infrastructure now has significant funding from the NEVI Infrastructure Act. Funds will be released before the end of 2022. Existing ADA regulations such as ADA 2010 and Section 508 apply. We have a complete… Read More »
Return Kiosks News Find our KIOSK Team Mike Raudenbush, Karina Kowara & Kim Sanders at Shoptalk exhibiting return-kiosk solutions for the very first time in Europe. In collaboration with Doddle, we want to simplify the self-service process of returning products for both customers and businesses. Drop by at booth D72 to find out how return kiosks work. For more information email [email protected] About Return Kiosks… Read More »
Wall-Mount Kiosk News Not very often you are going to see a wall-mount kiosk like this (VA kiosk on production line at Olea Kiosks, Inc.). And note the ADA equipment installed (assistive Storm Interface AudioNav with screen reader application by Vispero). What’s remarkable about this unit is the paper discharge. Note that it is 8.5×11 wide thermal. We’ve… Read More »
Google Kiosks and Google Digital Signage They made it official. We are scheduled to do an interview with the Google lead and will cover both kiosks and digital signage as two separate verticals. Several digital signage companies listed (DOOH) but no wayfinding or kiosk partners. Surprised me they used the word kiosk to certain degree. It’s noteworthing that… Read More »
Ticket Printers and Kiosk Printer News We continue to get many requests for suitable replacement kiosk printer for the obsolete Zebra 203s and 403s (ah the days of Swecoin…). There are several options but in this post we will look at the Boca replacement. For more information you can always email [email protected] The Lemur-Z has become a very… Read More »
EV Charging Standards News From SpectrumNews — As escalating gas prices fuel unprecedented demand for electric vehicles, the White House proposed new standards for a national network of EV chargers Thursday. To help make EV charging more convenient, reliable and affordable, the standards would make EV chargers easier to find, use and pay for, regardless of where they… Read More »
LG Creates Real-World Environments to Highlight New Technologies at InfoComm 2022 LG Creates Real-World Environments to Highlight New Technologies at InfoComm 2022 — for more information email [email protected] SEOUL, June 9, 2022 — LG Electronics (LG) will showcase its innovative commercial technologies including Transparent OLED Signage to a diverse lineup of LED signage products and autonomous robot assistants… Read More »
EV Charging News There has been so much in the news regarding EV charging stations that it is becoming a significant channel for us at Kiosk Industry. Several of our members, like Peerless-AV, do the kiosk manufacture for multiple firms. Characteristics include: Large 55″ displays and touchscreens Outdoor rated UL certification We track the news on our new… Read More »
Leading provider of outdoor digital menu boards and signage now offers fully customizable Level 2 EV charging stations with HD digital signage for restaurants, retail, smart cities and more. Partnered with LG for the displays which seems to be involved in everything. For more information you can email [email protected] — News post EV Charging Kiosks with LG Displays Melitron… Read More »
Carry2Mobile™ with 22Miles New functionality offered by 22Miles. For more information you can always email [email protected] or sign up for demo below. Deliver content directly to your customers’ mobile phones with 22Miles Carry2Mobile™. 22Miles created Carry2Mobile™ as a solution that empowers end users to consume and engage with content on the go, from the convenience of their mobile… Read More »
Lots of people going to this show. Interesting they cover accessibilty. Here is our local InfoComm 2022 summary page InfoComm 2022: Must-Attend Events and Items to Know Before You Go FAIRFAX, VA – June 3, 2022 – InfoComm 2022 officially kicks off tomorrow June 4, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, starting with its comprehensive education program. Then on Wednesday,… Read More »
Countertop Kiosk ADA-equipped Standard Configuration We were cruising the internet and took a look at one of the standard kiosk model being offered by American Kiosks. AK is headed up by Eric Nebola and Tucker Lightsey. Some of you will remember Dan Berry who is one of the reps there. We couldn’t help but notice that the stock… Read More »
Sports Betting Kiosks Terminals Good morning from the Canadian Gaming Summit! Stop by booth 705 and build your retail sports betting business with our complete sports betting ecosystem, from cashier to pay-out! SUZOHAPP, Your Trusted Hardware Partner! About The Canadian Gaming Summit is Canada’s premier annual conference and exhibition for gaming professionals. The Summit delivers face-to-face interaction between attendees from… Read More »
Pitney Bowes Kiosk Services Too often kiosk service or Point-Of-Sale service, installation, training and logistics are an afterthought or just another wrap-up detail. For long running projects it is crucial. For pilots it is crucial. The kiosk association is happy to introduce Pitney Bowes as one of our Gold sponsors. They will have multiple people at the upcoming… Read More »
Self-Order Software Solutions Come to NRA booth 6576 in Chicago and see super-economical self-order station for restaurant Acquire Digital Restaurant Software Improve quick-service restaurant efficiencies with ordering software to place orders on the go. Easily synchronize content to menu displays for a complete digital experience. Website link Self-service and digital ordering is the way of the future for quick-service restaurants. As… Read More »
LG Kiosk and LG Digital Signage Menu Boards Editors Note — Nice to see the video intro of the new LG Kiosks. Note the assistive technology for accessibility included (unlike Samsung with no option for that). The UHD 110s are spectacular and the new 4000 nit outdoor rated displays are something else. Perspective – For sure the use… Read More »
Restaurant Kiosk and Digital Menu Board News As noted on APnews and PRnewswire DENVER, Colo., May 17, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — May 2022 Self-Service News – Association of Kiosk Manufacturers. Since 1996, for 26 years serving the self-service technology market. Here is our collected information for the upcoming National Restaurant Show in Chicago. View image for this story: https://www.send2press.com/wire/images/22-0217-s2p-kma-kiosk-800×600.jpg… Read More »
April 2022 — Nanonation, a leading public space interactive, and digital signage solutions provider, is pleased to announce that Tyler Cobb has joined Nanonation’s sales team as a senior account executive. With 20 plus years of experience in the static and digital signage industry, Cobb has demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of the industry, including production, installation, servicing,… Read More »
Press release from Sitekiosk May 2022 – for more information you can email [email protected] Smart Kiosk Remote Control Touchless operation of kiosk or presentation devices – Available in combination with SiteKiosk Windows and SiteKiosk Cloud or Server The way people use terminals in public spaces is changing to comply with new hygiene guidelines. The new Smart Kiosk Control… Read More »
Compact UPS for Kiosks, POS, Digital Signage and Thin Clients Xtreme Power Conversion is one of our members and has a new iteration of the J60 which is a very small UPS with very good specifications. The UPS is one of those devices that should always be part of your kiosk or digital signage. If nothing else to… Read More »
Self-Order and Drive-Thru Menu Solutions at NRA Come to NRA booth 6576 in Chicago and see super-economical self-order station for restaurant Acquire Digital Restaurant Software Improve quick-service restaurant efficiencies with ordering software to place orders on the go. Easily synchronize content to menu displays for a complete digital experience. Website link Self-service and digital ordering is the way… Read More »
Restaurant Tech New Frontiers The kiosk association is happy to sponsor the latest Digital Dive session. Leaders from Panera and Chipotle Mexican Grill join CREATE May 4 to talk omnichannel strategies, AI, automation, the metaverse and more Don’t miss CREATE’s May 4 Digital Dive featuring interactive discussions on what’s next in restaurant tech with leaders from Panera and… Read More »
Automated Bar Service News IDmission brings verification, convenience, and security to TendedBar automated cocktail service Jacksonville, FL – Whether it’s an NFL Game, an Elton John, Metallica, or Bruno Mars concert, or the final round of a PGA TOUR event, the last thing fans want to do is miss the action while waiting in line to get a drink. TendedBar,… Read More »
McDonald’s Kiosk News From TPGi and also PR Newswire — for more information and contact you can always email [email protected] — Also you can hear Matt Ater with McDonalds speak aboutaccessibility at the NRA show May 21st. CLEARWATER, FL, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — TPGi is honored to be recognized by McDonald’s for receiving the 2021 “Living the… Read More »
DOJ Accessibility Analysis March 2022 Announcement In March 2022 the DOJ formally issued a statement regarding accessibility and websites. While that would seem to be confined to websites it is easy to assume that other public communication mechanisms such as kiosks, or mobile phones will be impacted in some way. In particular, transactions performed by the public. You… Read More »
State of Restaurant Industry A pretty sensible look at restaurants by Bank of America analysts in November 2021. Here BoFa link Many restaurant operators adjusted operations, added technology and trimmed expenses. The past 18 months have ushered in new options for restaurant dining, or accelerated industry trends: curbside pickup, delivery, contactless payment (card, phone or digital), alcoholic beverages… Read More »