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TfL Seeks London Landscape Partner

Transport for London has opened a tender for a new premium network of digital roadside sites. ‘The London Landscape’ comprises 13 digital underpass advertising sites and 25 digital screens throughout the TfL road network. A commercial partner is being sought to install, market, sell and manage the portfolio. Interested parties should contact [email protected] by 26th … Read more

TDR Predicts Apple to Take ITO Replacement

Touch Display Research predicts that Apple will adopt an ITO-replacement technology in the next 18 months. In a new report (paid: http://tinyurl.com/okfkmbu), TDR examines rumours about the ‘iPad Pro’ that claim lower touch latency. Metal mesh and silver nanowire are expected to be good candidates for such fast response times, as well as lowering cost … Read more

Scandinavia Enters DBCI With Positive Sentiment

The May/June period is the first time that OVAB Europe and Invidis have polled the Scandinavian market for the Digital Signage Business Climate Index, which tracks sentiment in European markets. Scandinavia’s DBCI stands at 66.65 points, which is a very positive rating. The economies of Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland have, since late 2013, begun … Read more

Panel Makers Prepare for Back-to-School Demand

IHS DisplaySearch has shared its latest panel pricing data from the PriceWise service, covering late Q1/early Q2. Brands purchased fewer notebook panels in early Q2, due to inventory digestion and European currency issues. Demand will rise again once inventory is cleared. IT brands are preparing aggressively for back-to-school demand in Q3. Notebook panel makers are … Read more

TV Panel Price Pressure Continues

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IHS DisplaySearch has shared its latest panel pricing data from the PriceWise service, covering late Q1/early Q2. Brands purchased fewer notebook panels in early Q2, due to inventory digestion and European currency issues. Demand will rise again once inventory is cleared. IT brands are preparing aggressively for back-to-school demand in Q3. Notebook panel makers are … Read more

ViewSonic Introduces New 4K Monitor for Business

ViewSonic, a leading global provider of visual solution products, introduces the VG2860MHL-4K Ultra HD monitor designed specifically with business professionals in mind. Building upon its award-winning display heritage, ViewSonic’s new Ultra HD VG2860MHL-4K meets the needs of demanding business professionals. “Business users tend to use multiple monitors in their current setups, in the finance, trading, … Read more

Apple Puts Force Touch on Macbook Pro

We have heard rumours that Apple will install the Force Touch technology from the Apple Watch on its next iPhone – but nothing about the Macbook, until today. The new 15″ Macbook Pro features a retina display (2880 x 1800, IPS panel) and Force Touch trackpad. Force Touch and the Taptic engine have APIs to … Read more

Merck Supports High-Res Trend at SID

Merck is to present its expanded product range at SID 2015 (stand 224), using its own LCD materials, as well as new specialised materials from the acquisition of AZ Electronic Materials. Ultra-bright fringe field switching (UB FFS) technology will be on show. UB FFS supports the trend towards high-resolution displays with high light transmission, enabling … Read more

LG Begins US Airport Signage Upgrade

LG and the CNN Airport Network have expanded their partnership, with the upcoming installation of 26 new LG displays at San Diego International Airport. The installation will take place over the spring, and upgrades are planned to LG displays at several major US airports. 200 new screens are being rolled out to Dallas/Fort Worth International … Read more

Exertis Acquires Computers Unlimited

Exertis’ parent company DCC Technology has acquired Computers Unlimited (CU) for £24 million ($37.2 million). The Ireland-headquartered consumer distributor has offices in London, Paris and Barcelona and operates four business units that target premium audio, gadgets and accessories, creative professional, and education and business. Exertis said that the acquisition will bring new product categories to … Read more