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Droiders is a developer of apps for augmented reality hardware. While the company does not develop or manufacture its own augmented reality hardware it does offer a “cardboard box” approach for smartphones to provide a test bed for potential users. Its business model is based on supplying pre-developed apps as well as unique special applications … Read more
ZTE was showing its latest line up of smartphones and introduced the Spro 2 microprojector (shown at CES) to Europe. The ZTE Star 2 is an upgraded 5″ FHD model running on Android 4.4. The new phone upgrades the low level voice control by accepting Chinese and English commands, while Spanish input will be added … Read more
For the first time, Microsoft has taken over the release of new mobile phones after its acquisition of Nokia’s mobile device activities. The Lumia 640 is a 5″ 1280 x 720 IPS LCD smartphone while the Lumia 640 XL sports a 5.7″ 1280 x 720 IPS display. From a display perspective this is on the … Read more
The new Xperia M4 Aqua is indeed, as the name suggests, waterproof. This is not a completely new function among smartphones, however, the Sony Xperia M4 can do so without looking like a ruggedized version of a normal smartphone. The device comes with a 5″ 1280 x 720 IPS display and the claim of a … Read more
The LG Flex 2 is one of the highlights of the show with its curved front panel and the ability to flex under force. A lesser known fact is that even the midrange phone Magna sports a slightly curved front display. However, unlike the Flex 2, LG does not say that the Magna is actually … Read more
A new Android Wear smartwatch made the biggest headlines at the Huawei booth. The new device aptly called “Watch” was presented for the first time. The round faced device is so new, that we could not even find it on the booth! The company claimed that it had the first three prototypes at MWC, two … Read more
Samsung VR Samsung’s VR device will take the S6 and S6 Edge (Samsung Unpacks Two New Phones) as the display source. The carrier headset provides a snug fit for the smartphone, so a new Samsung smartphone with different dimensions may not fit. Even though there are slight differences in the dimensions between the S6 and … Read more
Eyevis has created a large curved videowall for the headquarters of Waters Corporation in the UK. The 3.8m x 2.2m wall is made 48 Eyevis Omnishapes rear-projection display modules, and has a convex form factor.
Dell announced that the FADER FORT Presented by Converse, taking place during the 2015 South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference and Festival, will be the very first live concert streamed live in 4K worldwide. Powered by Dell, Intel, RED Digital Cinema, and Sharp, with key support from XI Media Productions and Omega Broadcast Group, the … Read more
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. is showcasing its new SMART Signage Video Walls with Color Expert technology along with a broad range of solutions for any digital signage environment at the 2015 Digital Signage Expo (DSE). Highlights from Samsung’s 2015 lineup, including small signage solutions, high-brightness displays, video wall installations featuring Samsung Color Expert technology and … Read more
Visualplanet, which produces large format touch sensor technology for digital, self-service interactive applications, has appointed Arrow Electronics as its distributor in EMEA. Arrow will offer Visualplanet’s touchfoil technology which can be applied to glass and many other surfaces to add interactive touch capabilities. Analyst Comment This would add to Arrow’s capabilities that could be used … Read more
Two new units have been added to Barco’s range of indoor LED tiles. The V41 (4mm) and V6i (6mm) are designed for fixed indoor installation in various advertising applications. Both units will run 24/7. Like other V-series LED displays, they are managed and controlled by Barco’s V-series Toolset (VTS) software. The VTS can be used … Read more
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