Category Archives: asia

Asia Association for Kiosks and Digital Signage and More

Asia kiosks have undergone significant growth and diversification, becoming vital for retail, transportation, hospitality, healthcare, and more. Platforms like kioskasia.org serve as comprehensive industry hubs, gathering resources about kiosk manufacturers, digital signage, POS devices, and locker solutions across the Asia-Pacific region, including China, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and the Philippines. The site aggregates industry updates, pricing brochures, company profiles, and even a “For Sale” database, making it a core reference for organizations seeking to deploy or source kiosks throughout Asia.​

A major focus within the Asian market is on both indoor and outdoor kiosks. Indoor kiosks are especially popular in shopping malls, airports, and retail environments, supporting product sales, information dissemination, and self-service activities such as payments or ticketing. Outdoor kiosks, in contrast, are designed for weather resistance and robust security, enabling deployment in city centers, transit stations, and outdoor entertainment venues. The rapid urban development in major Asian cities fuels the demand for such public-facing digital infrastructure.​

Asia’s ongoing technological advancements and high population densities have spurred innovation, particularly with features such as AI integration, multilingual interfaces, and substantial customer flow management. Countries like China and Japan now dominate the market with extensive investments in self-service solutions, driving adoption in retail, banking, transportation, and public sectors. Kioskasia.org documents over 50 prominent companies in this field, offering buyers and project managers quick access to reputable suppliers and integrators. In summary, the Asian kiosk market—well-documented by kioskasia.org—is characterized by rapid adoption, continuous technological evolution, and a strong focus on customer convenience and operational efficiency.

Self Service Market Research — Latest from Research and Markets 2025

Self Service Market Research Review We see reports generated by “analysts” who never talk to people and simply summarize the internet (which is often riddled with old companies). We have an obligation to review sometimes. Here are some quick notes on the latest “offering”. Let’s begin by saying the Self Service Market is definitely increasing. We all know… Read More »

Price Quote – 24 Inch “Bar” Wide Touchscreen display advertising screens

Narrow Touch Screen 16:3 Nice touchscreen “bar” monitor unit from TDS Touch. $525 quantity 1.  Figure the bulk price will be $475. Sample price is approximately $650. 24″ “Bar” configuration (16×3 format).  TDS Touch is based in California so no worries on tariffs.  Check with Helen — https://www.linkedin.com/in/tds-touch-helen-55a737132/ Features Metal shell, open-frame structure LEDL energy saving backlight Special… Read More »

AI Kiosk Shopping Malls – Skechers in Singapore

Skechers and We Are Social Singapore Launched the Luna Kiosk Nice modern iteration of AI enabled kiosk. Personalized stylist recommends clothes and shoes based on what you are wearing and talks and listens. Here’s a summary of the article titled “Skechers and We Are Social Singapore“: Overview Skechers has partnered with We Are Social Singapore to launch an innovative marketing initiative that focuses… Read More »

NAMA Show 2025: The future has arrived for automated retail

Vending Automation at NAMA The future of unattended retail was on full display last week at the Las Vegas Convention Center. And the take-home for the approximately 5,200 attendees at the three-day NAMA Show was that the future has already arrived, thanks to the rapid pace of self-service technology and the consumer’s rising acceptance of self-service. We were… Read More »

Starbucks Kiosk – Rumors are South Korea and Japan Coming

Starbucks Kiosk Starbucks announced on Monday a plan to implement the coffee franchise’s first self-order kiosks in select stores across tourist-heavy areas in South Korea and Japan. The kiosks are aimed at enhancing the customer experience by reducing wait times and streamlining the ordering process. In South Korea, the kiosks will debut at the Starbucks Korea branch in… Read More »