What Next For the Self-Service Industry? We heard about it last week and noted it on the homepage. Zebra has a knack for this. Think Motorola for example. Rumors were that Crestview wasn’t entirely happy with the results at Elo. Rumors of the sale were at RetailNOW. We are sad to see Elotouch, once again, sold off. They… Read More »
Elotouch 2494L Open Frame Touchscreens Batch of new ELO 2494L open-frame touch monitors with intelliTouch (SAW) touch technology. Minimum order 100 units. Lead time 2 months Price = $300 + shipping (or 335 inclusive) Warranty – brand new but no warranty. Two free units for every 100 See them on CDW for $750 Posts 2025: 1,181
All-In-One-Computers Help Taco Bell Go All Digital Nice article on restaurant kiosks and the new Taco Bell kiosks from QSR Magazine Apr 2021. Times Square comes with its own unique set of variables. The guess is Elotouch is providing the all-in-one computer with wall mount or countertop mount. Our guess is j1900 Celeron with Windows (and enhanced version… Read More »
1/7/2020 — Editor Notes: Elotouch announced new compute engine which is a bit of a first for them. Historically touchscreens with AIO options as well. They branched out somewhat into enclosures and a remote monitoring package last year. Big client would be Taco Bell. And in regards to TB, the accessibility of those units are still in question.… Read More »
Elo Kiosk News Editor note: Elotouch is one of the must watch touchscreen vendors in the self-service kiosk space and they have a bit of news going on. The 17xx and 19xx openframe monitors have gone end of life and included here are the official notices from Elotouch. They have the new 90 series which is replacing them.… Read More »
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: RedyRef Interactive Kiosks debuts New Generation of enGAGE (T) Tablet Kiosk Enclosure at NRF Retails Big Show 2016! Riverdale, New Jersey. – January 13, 2016 – RedyRef, a turn-key, self-service kiosk solution provider is debuting a new tablet kiosk enclosure solution featuring the Elo I-Series family of tablets: the enGAGE (T) at NRF Retail’s Big… Read More »
Here is our free listing database External Links Digital Signage — digital-signage.blog + AVIXA xchange Payment & POS — kioskindustry.org Retail automation and Vending – retailsystems.org Edge computing like thin client, miniPC and media players (hardware as rule) Patient Kiosk Healthcare — patientkiosk.io New AI focus portals https://ai-computer.me https://automation-ai.org https://vending-retail.com https://voiceorder.net https://vending-ai.org Supplemental Menu Boards — menu-board.net EV Charging — ev-charging-stations.org Asia Group — kioskasia.org Europe… Read More »
TIG Analysis – Self-Service “Hooks”, experiments and functions the POS supports The restaurant technology landscape is undergoing a major transformation driven by the rapid evolution of point-of-sale (POS) systems. As the operational hub of modern dining, POS platforms have moved far beyond simple transaction processing to become integrated ecosystems powering every aspect of service delivery, customer engagement, and… Read More »
Healthcare Tradeshow HIMSS The HIMSS tradeshow brings global healthcare leaders together to explore innovations in digital health, AI, cybersecurity, and interoperability, featuring educational sessions, top exhibitors, and dynamic networking opportunities. Main AI takeaways from HIMSS25 include the acceleration of healthcare automation, integration of AI into clinical workflows, enhanced data analytics for patient care, and a focus on ethical,… Read More »
Signage and accessibility on display at Future Travel Show WESTMINSTER, Colo., Aug. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Widely regarded as “the CES for aviation,” FTE Global continues to redefine the future of air transport, returning to Long Beach, California in 2025. Join The Industry Group for this landmark event, once again co-located with APEX/IFSA Global EXPO, forming the largest and… Read More »
Custom Kiosk Manufacturers Recommended Custom kiosks are an art that few companies demonstrate recurring excellence. A truly custom kiosk may also be an exclusive design. That can be a little spendy but just like TIO for banking payment kiosks, it happens. You will not get a custom kiosk from China, unless you have someone make one for you… Read More »
Honeybee Kiosk Intro Editors Note: New kiosk company offering transactional payment terminals on wide range of platforms. Including iPad, Android, Samsung and Team Sable POS. The Honeybee Kiosk solution provides path for Small and Medium Business. You get application and SKUs with all the usual integrations starting at $29.99 a month. Super plan is $69.99. Why sign up… Read More »
Audio in High Noise Environments with AI The first unified communications product designed to leverage the full power of Conversational AI. The new AI Connect Bar combines the industry’s best microphones with a tuned, amplified speaker system into one sleek peripheral with a single USB connection to seamlessly attach to most All-in-One (AiO) touchscreen computers and kiosks. If… Read More »
Kiosk and JAWS Overview Learn about Screen Reader kiosk accessibility with JAWS. See us at NRA next month in Chicago — Here is our main NRA page and here is floorplan #8030 at NRA show JAWS Kiosk Software by TPGi: Revolutionizing Accessibility in Self-Service Technology Self-service kiosks have become ubiquitous across industries, offering convenience and efficiency. However, accessibility remains a critical… Read More »
Video Watch Page Resource Benefits of Restaurant Kiosks by Acrelec Video EAA Compliance – Acrelec Video Demonstation Digital Signage ADA Accessibility Video Demonstration More Videos https://vimeo.com/1120914671?fl=ip&fe=ec https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1119163917 https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1117191349 https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1091933211 Video watch landing page to assist with indexing Posts 2025: 722
Touchscreen Payment Via Pin On Glass (POG) via Android We were asked about using Pin on Glass. Would be nice to get rid of numeric keypad. Comment from Datacap: Yes, PIN on Glass is supported in the US. It’s generally supported via purpose-built PCI PTS devices that have certified PoG with EMVCo and/or on COTS (consumer off-the-shelf) devices via a… Read More »
ISE Europe Digital Signage Tradeshow The Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025 event will be held from February 4 to 7, 2025, at the Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via. ISE is a world-renowned annual tech show for the systems integration and audiovisual industry. The ISE Europe website includes information about the event, such as registration details, exhibitor lists, floor… Read More »
The Importance and Challenges of EV Charging Infrastructure for Healthcare Providers By Dennis Carter, Director, EV Charging, LG Business Solutions USA With personal transportation in the United States transitioning to EVs (electric vehicles), healthcare administrators in hospitals and assisted living facilities are facing challenges related to their EV charging infrastructure, challenges in terms of space allocation, electrical upgrades… Read More »
Touch Screen News – Zytronic Troubles As posted on Sixteen Nine — Unfortunate news out of the UK, with the northern England touch screen technology manufacturer Zytronic making it known that is looking at selling the company or even shutting down because of sluggish sales. The listed company has issued a trading update outlining how sales in the… Read More »
Electronic Podium – Digital and Smart For Less than $5000 This week, we want to examine the podium as a digital mobile kiosk and mobile interactive terminals. The word “mobile” usually refers to a handheld phone or tablet, but here, we are looking at mobility in positioning. Typically, these devices come with casters for moving from one place… Read More »
Post Office Kiosks Being Deployed imageHOLDERS announces new deployment with Post Office in UK. Partnering with Ricoh, Intelligent AR and Meld CX. You may remember MeldCX from hotel check-in integrations. Also typically Chrome so shows up on Thinclient. Nice article on Dorset News — The gradual nationwide rollout is set to begin in Spring 2025. Neal Newbrook, propositions manager at the… Read More »
China Tablet Manufacturers Along with Chinese kiosk manufacturers and Chinese display technology, we have a large interest in Chinese tablets along with media players, AIOs and Mini-PC We use multiple resources such as the website Thin Client – Media Players and well as online database lists China Tablet Resources From China database — https://list.ly/list/9n0F-chinese-touchscreen-display-kiosk-companies-vetted Wintouch is the best… Read More »
Kiosk Industry November 2024 Self Service November 2024 Westminster, CO – November 15, 2024 Come see us in Orlando next week for IAAPA 2024 #5727. 1100 exhibitors and 40,000 attendees. Did we mention free passes? We have those too. See landing page for Code. PRnewswire Here is APNews. Our booth at IAAPA features a strong lineup of partners,… Read More »
Innovative Use of Handheld Nice video on JCPenney kiosk aka JCP Kiosk and new handheld mobile service. Excerpt from Irfan who is the Director of Software Engineering at JCPenney I’m excited to share the pilot launch of an incredible project that we’ve been working on at JCPenney! See details below. JCPenney is responding to evolving consumer demands with innovative… Read More »
How to Pick a Kiosk Manufacturer The question often asked is “What type of hardware do I need? Freestanding, wall-mounted, countertop, outdoor vs indoor, touchscreen size, printer/scanner, payment terminal — these all matter.”. Here are some answers for you From RedyRef — Excellent breakout of what to consider when you are picking a partner for your kiosks. Ordering… Read More »
Self Service Kiosk October 2024 News from Kiosk Manufacturer Association Our kiosk industry booth at IAAPA features a strong lineup of partners WESTMINSTER, Colo., Oct. 15, 2024 (PR Newswire) — Kiosk Manufacturer Association updates for October 2024, announced. As we gear up for IAAPA in Orlando this November, we’re excited to showcase our expertise in the kiosk market.… Read More »
Mobile Computer by Elo The M51 rugged mobile computer delivers a 6″ FHD scratch-resistant touch display, Android 14 OS, powerful Qualcomm 6490 octa-core processor, integrated NFC and optional 2D barcode scanner. Available in WiFi and cellular models – both offer IP68, front and rear cameras and warm-swappable batteries. Cool Video — John Lamb • Chief Marketing Officer at… Read More »
FSTEC Kiosks Trade Show See us in Dallas in #1009. You will find us near TOAST, Bite, Soundhound and Panasonic– Where Restaurants and Tech Connect — Contact – email [email protected] or call me for more information. Contact info for attendees below. We’ll be showing the Olea self order restaurant kiosk and the Pyramid both running the Nanonation Self Order… Read More »
Best Kiosk Design We see kiosks after kiosks after interactive digital every day. Some good and some bad. Here are top picks for July 2024. Note too that in January 2025 we are awarding our Top Kiosk Design Award. It is open to any and all companies. Top Picks for July #1 KIOSK Information Systems released new EK-series. … Read More »
Robotic Restaurant Flippy Article by Nancy Luna on CaliExpress — she had done a couple of nice articles (here is minimum wage) Notes One employee to prepare food Nice to see Datacap technology in place. PopID uses that. We have several articles on PopID Interesting use of different height kiosks though the wheelchair height kiosk looks inaccessible via… Read More »
Little Clinic Patient Check-In It was good to see new patient check-in kiosk at the Little Clinic in King Soopers the other day. Kroger has always been a leader in technology having installed DMVNow kiosks and these patient check-in kiosks. Good illustration of the blending of two verticals (Grocery and Healthcare). My King Soopers used to have an… Read More »
Standing Tall – Does ADA Discriminate? Editors Note: Being able to think critically about ADA is good practice. There are many forms of accessibility and many of those are ignored in favor of the more popular. The writer is expressing their own opinion and not Kiosk Industry Group/Self Service Kiosk Machine. Discussion was stimulated (see comments below) and… Read More »
Kiosk Companies Kiosk Vendors We also maintain a free listing with over 500 kiosk companies. Over 500 kiosk companies here. Submit your company! — Free – Kiosk Company Listing by Kiosk Association Olea Kiosks KioWare Software Pyramid Computer Nanonation Software Vispero ADA KIOSK Information Systems Kiosk Group Tablets 22Miles Digital Signage Intel Kiosk LG Business Solutions Peerless-AV Kiosks Acquire Digital Software DynaTouch Bill Payment Panasonic Restaurant… Read More »
Touch Screens — How They Work [Editors note — marquee image by Elo who is arguably the dominant provider of touchscreens for any and all markets. Recently sold, again, this time to Zebra. Elo no longer focuses on just touchscreens though. The new kids on the block are the Microtouch bunch which has been resurrected as a brand by… Read More »
Payment Terminals for Customers Point of Sale POS Order Terminal Station by POSBank e.g. The POS terminal is generally employee-facing. It is hardware and software. It is transactional but it can also be informational. Consider digital menus and messaging, for example, digital advertising and branding. Simply put — Point-of-sale (POS) systems are all types of solutions that allow… Read More »