Sharp Names UK Visual Solutions Manager
In the UK Sharp has promoted Angela Townsend to the role of sales manager for visual solutions. Townsend joined Sharp last year as key account manager having previously worked for Sony and Epson.
Fireworks at ISTE 2015
While BETT has recently concluded, the groundwork is just now being laid for the June-July ISTE 2015 educational technology conference, with the fireworks taking place in Philadelphia this year. Last year, this conference was enjoyed by more than 16,800 attendees. (It is known as the largest ed-tech soirée in the US.) Last year’s conference evidenced a solid 3D … Read more
Newertech Expands High Performance Nupower Battery Line for MacBook Pros
NewerTech www.newertech.com, a leading performance upgrades and accessories company for Macs, PCs, iPhones, iPads, and iPods since 1984, announced today NewerTech NuPower high performance laptop batteries for the Apple MacBook Pro 17” Unibody and MacBook 13” Unibody, expanding its line-up of Apple laptop batteries of over 50 models. NuPower batteries last up to 50% … Read more
Gefen Delivers High Resolution Signal Management for State-of-the-Art Learning Center
The Liberty Science Center recently completed a functionality upgrade to the video wall in the main entrance area known as PSEG Court. The fiber optic-based upgrade allowed the Liberty Science Center to expand its video presentation capabilities in the space while adding a live feed option. “Gefen provided the tools we needed to greatly … Read more
Spark II Revisits the Selfie Cam
Infosonics’ ‘Verykool’ S5015 smartphone focuses on the art of the selfie. The phone, also known as the Spark II, features an 8MP rear camera with dual flash and 5mp front camera, with auto focus and an LED flash. The 8mm-thick chassis holds a 1.3GHz quad-core processor, running Android 4.4. The phone also has 1GB of RAM … Read more
QD Exemption Under Scrutiny
Nanoco, producer of cadmium-free quantum dots, has said that the proposed RoHS exemption to quantum dots containing cadmium (QD Vision Granted RoHS Exemption) could be reviewed by members of the European parliament. The legislative process will include a period of 60 days’ scrutiny of the exemption. Analyst Comment It is true that the European Parliament could … Read more
Graphene-based LED Clears Way for Flexible Displays
Graphene and related 2D materials (such as boron nitride and molybdenum disulphide) can be used to create thin, flexible and semi-transparent LEDs for next-gen phones, tablets and TVs. Researchers at the University of Manchester and University of Sheffield created LEDs that were engineered on an atomic level. They combined 20 different 2D crystals to create … Read more
Sharp Now Expects a $256 Million Annual Loss
Sharp has reversed its profit forecast for this year, saying that it now expects to record a net loss of $256 million as its TV business continues to lose money. Sharp had previously forecast a net profit of $256 million for the current year. The company’s digital information equipment unit, whose main product is LCD … Read more
Kyocera’s On-Cell Lowers Reflections
Two new LCD modules have been introduced by Kyocera, with on-cell touch technology. The TCG070WVLR-117 and TCG070WVLR-118 have a procap touch sensor layer integrated into the LCD structure, enabling them to be slimmer than units with on-glass touch. In addition to the reduced thickness, on-cell touch lowers interior reflections and improves component management, as a separate touchscreen … Read more
Clear Channel Puts European Asset Sale on Hold
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings is reported to have suspended plans to sell its European outdoor advertising business, because of the impact of the weaker euro. The currency has recently fallen to its lowest level against the dollar for over 10 years. Last week it was rumoured that Platinum Equity, the private equity company which owns … Read more
Ingram Micro Adds Interactive Whiteboards
Ingram Micro in Spain has added IQ Board interactive whiteboards to its pro AV business.
Lenovo Adds Russian Distributor
Lenovo has signed Marvel Distributsia in Russia to distribute its consumer notebooks.
