We’re proud to announce that our POLYTOUCH® Flex21.5 has been actively certified by Google as compatible with ChromeOS Flex and is now featured on the ChromeOS Flex Certified Models list!
What is ChromeOS Flex?
ChromeOS Flex is the cloud-first, fast, easy-to-manage, and secure operating system for PCs and Macs. It’s a sustainable way to modernize devices and can be quickly deployed via USB or across an enterprise network.
Our POLYTOUCH® Flex21.5 joins the ranks of official ChromeOS Flex certified devices—a category that includes Chromeboxes, Chromebases, and Chromebooks—and is purpose-built to support a wide variety of use cases, including kiosks and digital signage.
This certification highlights our commitment to:
✅ Reliable and scalable enterprise solutions
✅ Fast and flexible deployment
✅ Centralized, cloud-based management
✅ Secure and sustainable IT modernization
We’re excited to be part of the ChromeOS Flex ecosystem and look forward to helping organizations innovate with confidence.
Several members of KMA are listed for a variety of models. Notables include:
Pyramid POLYTOUCH (version 133)
meldCX (version 120)
Almost all of the Intel NUCs + ComputeStick
LG has multiple thin clients certified
POSIFLEX (which owns KIOSK) has a POS Terminal
In our APAC region Giada has multiple units
Explanation of ChromeOS Certification
To ensure a consistent and high-quality experience, Google individually certifies and maintains a list of models that you can use with ChromeOS Flex.
Fairly robust certification program with a total of 56 manufacturers with certified units (approximately 500 models)
Model status
Certified—Models are expected to work with ChromeOS Flex.
Minor issues expected—Models are likely to support at least basic functionality, but are still being worked on by our team. You might run into minor issues.
Major issues expected—Models are known to have major issues, such as boot issues, and are not currently recommended for use with ChromeOS Flex. Future releases will improve support for these models.
Decertified—Models recently reached their end of support date. Support ends on the 31st December of the given year.
Nice case study by ASUS. The case study details how meldCX®, a leader in vision analytics, partnered with ASUS to deploy its AI-powered Viana™ platform in retail environments using ASUS NUC hardware. The goal was to help retailers deliver personalized, data-driven experiences by leveraging real-time insights from vision analytics, which can optimize customer engagement, staff efficiency, and marketing effectiveness.
Key Points:
Challenge: Retailers using digital signage lacked visibility into performance metrics, conversion tracking, and audience segmentation, making it difficult to measure and optimize ROI.
Solution: meldCX® integrated its Viana™ vision analytics platform with ASUS NUC devices. The ASUS NUC offers high processing power, flexible hardware configurations, and support for multiple operating systems (Chrome, Windows, Ubuntu, Linux), making it suitable for diverse retail environments and rapid global deployment.
Results: The partnership enabled scalable, edge-based vision analytics, allowing meldCX® to deploy solutions across hundreds of screens in shopping malls. For one customer, the smart advertising solution increased retail media network advertising revenue by more than three times in a single month, with some deployments boosting ROI by up to 3.5x.
Expansion: The success of this collaboration has supported meldCX®’s global expansion, with deployments now active in North America, APJ, and EMEA regions.
About Viana™: The platform provides retailers with easy-to-deploy, low-code tools to capture insights such as age, gender, sentiment, and time spent in-store, helping optimize store layouts and marketing strategies. meldCX® has earned industry recognition and partnerships with major tech companies.
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In summary, meldCX®’s use of ASUS NUC hardware for its Viana™ vision analytics platform has enabled retailers to significantly improve advertising ROI and operational efficiency, supporting rapid, scalable deployments worldwide18.
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The Results: End Customer Doubled ROI Up To 3.5x
The meldCX®-ASUS partnership has provided the hardware foundation needed for the company to scale and deploy its vision analytics platform in retail environments across the globe.
With the ASUS NUC, meldCX® now has a high-performance solution capable of supporting its full range of applications, from advertising and retail analytics to vehicle and anonymous visitor monitoring. The numerous hardware options, flexible OS support, and compact form factor allow meldCX® to adapt each deployment to the customer’s location-specific needs.
For one retail customer, the company has completed deployments of vision analytics dynamic triggering at over 250 screens across multiple shopping malls.
“For one mall customer, our smart advertising solution has increased revenue through their retail media network advertising by more than 3 times in a month. ASUS support has been critical to achieving these design wins.”
✔ Support for Intel® Xeon® Scalable or AMD EPYC™ server processors ✔ Up to 24 hot-swappable drives for maximum storage capacity ✔ Flexible storage mix with NVMe, SSD and HDD options ✔ 2U form factor for optimal use of rack space ✔ Efficient cooling and energy-optimized design ✔ Perfect for cloud computing, virtualization, backup and database solutions
✔ O perating systems: Windows Server: 2022(64bit), 2025(64bit).Linux®: RedHat Enterprise, Server 8.6 (64bit) / Server 9.0. SUSE SLES 15.4 (64bit), UBuntu 20.04.5 (64bit) / 22.04.2 (64bit) Hypervisor: VMWare ESXi / 7.0 U3i / 8.0
One of our favorite devices in kiosks and digital signage will always be the computer, and we usually favor the mini-PC. Small, powerful and generally purpose-built. Hard to beat. Our own in-house systems run on Intel NUCs (System76). For reference, in the kiosk and digital signage space, the other two primary components will be the display or touchscreen, and also the enclosure and mounting. Don’t forget maintenance and service and you have the full deal.
For the example mini-PC you can contact Star at [email protected] — +86 755-89208532
Example Mini-PC Quote April 2025
To Poland — Mini PC:K4 — CPU: Intel Core i5-8250u
Memory:16 GB DDR4 — Storage：256 GB SSD — WiFi: Yes
OS:Trial version of win11
—EXW price :239.85usd/pcs
—Shipping cost(Transport to Poland) :40.67usd/pcs
—Total：280.52usd/pcs
—Estimate import duty(Poland)：About 70usd
To Mexico — Mini PC:K4 — CPU: Intel Core i5-8250u
Memory:16 GB DDR4 Storage：256 GB SSD WiFi: Yes
OS:Trial version of win11
—EXW price :239.85usd/pcs
—Shipping cost(Transport to Mexico) :39.31usd/pcs
—Total：279.16usd/pcs
—Estimate import duty(Mexico)：About 50-80usd
To US — Mini PC:K4 — CPU: Intel Core i5-8250u
Memory:16 GB DDR4 Storage：256 GB SSD WiFi: Yes
OS:Trial version of win11
—EXW price :239.85usd/pcs
—Shipping cost(Transport to US) :42.74usd/pcs
—Total：282.59usd/pcs
—Estimate import duty(US)：About 353.24usd
About The Mini-PC
The HYSTOU K4 Mini-PC with Intel Core i5-8250U and dual 4K display capability offers several benefits, particularly for industrial applications, office environments, and multimedia use. Here are its advantages:
1. High-Performance Processor
Powered by the Intel Core i5-8250U (4 cores, 8 threads), this mini-PC provides a base frequency of 1.6 GHz and a turbo frequency of up to 3.4 GHz, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient handling of demanding applications12.
2. Dual 4K Display Output
The K4 supports dual displays via HDMI (4K resolution at 24Hz) and VGA (1080p at 60Hz), making it ideal for multitasking, production dashboards, or multimedia setups13.
This feature enhances productivity by allowing users to work across multiple screens or display high-resolution content simultaneously.
3. Fanless Design for Silent Operation
Its fanless design ensures quiet operation while maintaining reliable performance, making it suitable for environments where noise reduction is critical, such as offices or industrial control rooms23.
4. Versatile Connectivity
The mini-PC includes dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, six RS232 COM ports, four USB 3.0 ports, and two USB 2.0 ports, supporting a wide range of industrial equipment and peripherals13.
Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth provide seamless wireless connectivity for modern applications1.
5. Expandable Storage Options
It offers storage flexibility with a SATA 3.0 slot for a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD and an mSATA slot, catering to different storage needs12.
6. Energy Efficiency
With a TDP of only 15W and typical power consumption of 48W, the K4 is highly energy-efficient compared to traditional desktops13.
7. Rugged Build for Industrial Use
The full brushed aluminum alloy casing provides durability and efficient heat dissipation.
It operates reliably in extreme environments with temperatures ranging from -10°C to 60°C (14°F–140°F), making it suitable for industrial automation or outdoor deployments3.
8. Compact Form Factor
At just 240 x 150 x 57 mm and weighing 1.4 kg, the K4 saves space while delivering robust performance1.
9. Operating System Compatibility
The device supports Windows 10/11 and Linux systems, offering flexibility for various software requirements12.
10. Applications Across Scenarios
The K4 is ideal for industrial control systems, office multitasking setups, multimedia streaming, digital signage, and light gaming due to its Intel UHD Graphics 620 capabilities13.
These features make the HYSTOU K4 Mini-PC a versatile solution for users seeking a compact yet powerful device tailored to industrial environments or professional use cases requiring dual high-resolution displays.
Latest Tariff Mini-PC News 04/12/2025
Updated US Customs and Border Protection guidance exempts popular consumer tech imports, including from China.
President Trump’s administration initially imposed tariffs on various imported goods, including electronics from China. These tariffs were intended to protect American industries and jobs. However, there was significant concern within the tech industry about the potential impact on consumers, due to increased prices on electronic devices like smartphones, laptops, and computer chips. The tariffs threatened to disrupt the supply chain and increase costs for manufacturers. Subsequently, the Trump administration made a crucial decision to exempt smartphones, laptops, and computer chips from these tariffs. This exemption was a significant relief to tech companies and consumers, preventing a potential surge in prices for electronic devices. While some smaller tech companies initially faced challenges due to related tariff implications, the exemption of major electronics largely mitigated the negative economic consequences that were initially anticipated. From The Verge
What About American Mini-PC Providers?
A few mini-PCs are associated with American companies, but finding ones entirely manufactured in the U.S. is challenging due to
Badass mini-PC from Hystou for kiosks and digital signage
globalized production processes. Here are some notable options:
Simply NUC: Based in Texas, Simply NUC specializes in Intel NUC systems. While their products are assembled in the U.S., most components, including processors, are sourced globally, particularly from China and Taiwan1. And for super reliable Linux, we use System76 out of Denver. For more NUC options contact Kathy Crumley at Intel
Daisy Data Displays, Inc.: This Pennsylvania-based company manufactures custom mini-computers for industrial applications. Their computers are made in the U.S., but they cater to specialized industries like aerospace and defense rather than general consumer use2.
Maple Systems, Inc.: Maple Systems produces fanless mini-industrial computers for sectors like healthcare and agriculture. Their products are made in the U.S., but they focus on industrial rather than personal computing needs2.
OnLogic: OnLogic designs rugged mini-PCs for edge computing and industrial applications. While headquartered in Vermont and offering assembly services domestically, their components are sourced internationally2.
VarTech Systems: VarTech Systems manufactures rugged mini-computers for demanding environments, with production occurring in the U.S.2.
For general consumer mini-PCs, brands like Dell (OptiPlex), HP, and Apple (Mac Mini) are American companies, but their products are primarily manufactured and assembled overseas
Next time you visit your local county office to conduct business with USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), you can take advantage of FSA’s new touchscreen Chromebook customer kiosk designed to help you access online tools and streamline your visit through self-service options. In this Ask the Expert, FSA Special Projects Coordinator Caleb Gildea answers questions about how the new kiosks will help you complete important tasks during your next visit to your FSA county office. Caleb is a Special Projects Coordinator, leading the FSA Administrator’s Office initiatives on digital transformation and workforce engagement.
Caleb Gildea, FSA Special Projects Coordinator during the 2024 Celebration of Modern Agriculture event on the National Mall in Washington, DC.
What are the customer kiosks?
The kiosks are touchscreen Chromebooks that can be used to complete self-service tasks during your meetings with county staff. More than 5,000 kiosks have been distributed for customer use and at least one kiosk is available in every county office. FSA completed the nationwide rollout in April.
The new customer kiosks are part of FSA’s broader modernization effort to keep up with 21ˢᵗ century demands and match how many customers want to conduct business. These modernization efforts are designed to make working with FSA more efficient and equitable.
The new online tools are part of a broader effort by FSA to streamline its processes, especially for producers who may find it difficult to access a local FSA county office; modernize and improve customer service; provide additional customer self-service tools; and expand credit access to assist more producers.
How can you use the kiosks?
The kiosk can be safely and securely used during your visit to a county office to access existing online program decision tools and related FSA resources including:
Signing FSA documents;
Utilizing the Loan Assistance Tool;
Browsing USDA programs;
Checking program deadlines;
Accessing the internet;
Accessing necessary personal information such as email, bank accounts or farm records and;
Signing up for a Login.gov account, which will provide access to farmers.gov level-two features and other USDA and U.S. Government web resources.
If you do not have an appointment with FSA or the staff member you need to talk to is working with another customer and unavailable when you drop by the county office, using the kiosk will help you get started, making good use of your valuable time. For example, the kiosk enables you to consult with an FSA farm loan staff via video chat if they are in another location or not present in the office at the time of your visit.
Future enhancements to the kiosks include more self-service options:
A customer check-in feature,
Self-service for completing FSA program applications and submitting supporting documents and;
Self-service financial inquiries including most FSA program payments and access to 1099s.
A customer uses an FSA customer kiosk during a visit to her county office.
The ability to request conservation assistance and track past and current contracts;
Viewing, labeling, printing, and exporting detailed farm records and farm/tract maps for use during acreage reporting;
And more!
How is my information protected when I use a kiosk?
Your data is protected when using the kiosks through customer specific sessions that will either timeout after use or can be manually ended to delete all your personal information from the device and log you out of all accounts.
Where can I find more information?
For more information about the new customer kiosks, FSA’s modernization efforts or the programs and service FSA has to offer, visit your local county office.
Caleb Gildea is a Special Projects Coordinator with FSA. He can be reached at [email protected].
The NUC has long been a mainstay of kiosks, vending, digital signage and more. Our computers here are all NUCs and we have a long history with them, all favorable. The only limitations we can see right now is it would be nice to have more HDMI ports. Two is nice but three, or even four, would be nice. We work with ASUS via Intel who is a solution provider for us. Pricing for NUC starts under $200. CPUs are latest generation Arrow Lake. Contact [email protected] for more info
ASUS today announced NUC 15 Pro+, a mini PC that marries cutting-edge technology with sophisticated design. Powered by up to the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processors (Series 2) and Intel Arc™Graphics, NUC 15 Pro+ delivers unparalleled speed and breathtaking visuals. It boasts Intel WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and an array of I/O ports to ensure unrivalled connectivity and compatibility, including the ability to support up to four 4K displays. Inside its premium aluminum chassis is an advanced cooling design to ensure whisper-quiet performance.
The attached file provides a good overview of the ASUS NUC (Next Unit of Computing) products, highlighting their features, performance, and applications. Here’s a summary:
Key Features of ASUS NUC:
Performance: Built on Intel NUC foundations, offering best-in-class performance with Intel Core Ultra processors and Intel Arc graphics.
Quality & Reliability: Demonstrates high reliability with extensive testing (1000 hours at 125°C, 1450 hours humidity testing) and a sub 1% return rate.
Security: Features enterprise-level security with Intel vPro technology.
Connectivity: Supports multiple displays (up to quad 4K), Thunderbolt 4, and Wi-Fi 7.
Sustainability: Compact design reduces material usage and energy consumption.
Product Lineup:
ASUS NUC 14 Pro/Pro+: Equipped with Intel Core Ultra processors and Arc graphics, ideal for demanding workloads.
ASUS NUC 15 Pro: Offers exceptional performance with Intel Core Ultra 7 and 5 processors, DDR5 memory, and Wi-Fi 7.
ASUS NUC 14 Essential: Uses Intel Core N series processors for efficient performance.
ASUS NUC 13 Rugged: Built with Intel Atom processors for fanless, dust-resistant applications.
Applications:
Retail & Digital Signage
Manufacturing & Logistics
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Government & Surveillance
Transportation & Asset Tracking
Operating Systems:
Supports Windows 11, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, and ChromeOS Flex.
Overall, ASUS NUC products are designed for compact, high-performance computing across various industries, emphasizing reliability, security, and versatility.
Ryzen CPUs are made by AMD (Advanced Micro Devices). AMD designs and manufactures these processors, which are based on the Zen microarchitecture. While AMD produces the CPU dies, they often partner with fabrication companies like TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) for manufacturing. For example, some Ryzen 9000 series CPUs are being produced at TSMC’s Arizona facility26.
Size: The Topton M1 measures 78 x 78 x 55 mm (approximately 3.07″ x 3.07″ x 2.17″), making it extremely portable.
Performance: It is equipped with 8GB of LPDDR4x-4266 memory, which supports efficient multitasking and performance.
Design: The mini PC is designed to fit in small spaces, ideal for users looking for a powerful yet compact computing solution.
Versatility: Over the years, there has been a growing trend of tiny computers, and the Topton M1 is part of this innovative movement, catering to various computing needs.
Now Topton has introduced a new model sporting an AMD Ryzen processor. The new Topton M1 is a 78 x 78 x 55mm (3.07″ x 3.07″ x 2.17″) computer with an AMD Ryzen 3 5425U processor, 8GB of LPDDR4x-4266 memory, and an M.2 2242 slot for user-upgradeable storage. It also has a lot of ports for such a tiny computer, including four 2.5 GbE LAN ports. The Topton M1 is available from AliExpress for $180 and up.
Topton has been selling versions of the M1 with Intel processors for a few years, but the new model should bring a substantial performance boost when compared to the Intel N100 or Core i3-N305 Alder Lake-N chips often used in this sort of computer. That’s because even though the Ryzen 3 5425U was first released in 2022, it’s a 15-watt chip that was designed for entry-level laptops and mini PCs, while Intel’s Alder Lake-N chips are designed for even lower-cost, more energy-efficient applications where performance isn’t necessarily the most important metric.
NComputing RX540 Thin Client — NComputing has launched the RX540, a thin client powered by the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5)5. Key features include:
Quad-core Arm Cortex-A76 CPU @ 2.4GHz
4GB RAM (8GB in RX580 model)
Dual 4K HDMI outputs
Support for various virtualization platforms including Citrix, Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, and Remote Desktop Services
The RX540 runs LEAF OS, a lightweight Linux distribution optimized for virtual desktop access5.
Microsoft Windows 365 Link — Microsoft has announced the Windows 365 Link, a new thin client device set to launch in April 20254. Notable aspects include:
Priced at $349
Compact form factor (4.72 inches square)
8GB RAM
Support for dual 4K monitors
Designed for shared workspace environments
Industry Trends
Cloud Adoption: There’s growing demand for secure, simple-to-manage endpoints that connect directly to cloud services like Windows 365.
Hybrid Work Support: Thin clients are increasingly seen as solutions for organizations with hybrid work arrangements, allowing employees to access their desktops from shared workspaces
Introducing Giada’s latest fanless embedded PC — the reliable choice for hashtag#DigitalSignage and hashtag#kiosks, tailored for environments where requires efficient and stability. hashtag#F109D is a game-changer for you:
✔ Supporting Intel CPU hashtag#TwinLake N150, or N97 with long life cycle;
✔ Triple video output, supporting 4K display;
✔ I/O ports for embedded solution, include 6 x USB, 2 x COM, and 2 x LAN ports.
🔥From retail stores to transportation hubs, this compact powerhouse ensures your digital signage and kiosk applications deliver seamless, impactful experiences day in and day out. 🔥
Giada is a leading manufacturer of embedded computers and digital signage solutions, offering a wide range of compact and powerful PCs designed for various applications. Here’s what we know about Giada embedded PCs:
Product Range
Giada offers several types of embedded PCs, including:
Mini PCs: Compact computers like the GIADA i35, Slim I51, and N20 series, suitable for digital signage and space-saving solutions1.
AI PCs: Advanced models like the N601, designed for AI applications and intensive computing tasks5.
Digital Signage Players: Specialized PCs like the VM23 and i39B, optimized for digital signage applications810.
Key Features
Giada embedded PCs are known for their:
Compact Design: Many models feature ultra-slim and space-efficient designs, with some as small as 1.24 liters in volume2.
Powerful Performance: Despite their small size, Giada PCs often incorporate high-performance processors from Intel, including Core i3, i5, and i7 series12.
Energy Efficiency: These PCs are designed for low power consumption, making them environmentally friendly and cost-effective6.
Versatility: Giada PCs support multiple display outputs, various I/O ports, and can be used for digital signage, IoT, AI applications, and more25.
Technical Specifications
Giada embedded PCs often include:
Processors: Range from Intel Atom to Core Ultra series, and some models feature AMD processors15.
Graphics: Integrated graphics capable of supporting multiple displays, some with 4K resolution support25.
Memory: Support for DDR3 or DDR5 RAM, with capacities up to 96GB in some models5.
Storage: Options for SSD, eMMC, and support for additional storage via M.2 or SATA interfaces810.
Connectivity: Multiple USB ports, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and sometimes Thunderbolt support5.
Applications
Giada embedded PCs are suitable for various use cases, including:
Digital signage in retail, transportation, and corporate environments18.
Giada Technology was established in 1999 and has since become a global provider of embedded computing solutions. The company is headquartered in Shenzhen, China, with offices in Hong Kong, Europe, and the USA5.Giada’s embedded PCs are recognized for their combination of compact design, performance, and versatility, making them popular choices for businesses looking to implement space-efficient and powerful computing solutions across various industries.
Intel is proposing a modular and easily repairable PC design for laptops and mini PCs to reduce e-waste. The design involves separating the all-in-one motherboard into three pieces, making it easier to service and upgrade. This approach could significantly reduce the amount of e-waste generated each year and make repairs and upgrades more accessible for users
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Intel is looking to the future, aiming to make PCs more modular and easier to repair in a move to reduce e-waste. According to the company’s Community post, it is proposing to separate the all-in-one motherboard designs used in laptops into three pieces. It’s also suggesting that mini-PCs, which are traditionally highly integrated and often difficult or impossible to repair or upgrade, be separated into different modules. This move will make these systems far easier to service and would also hopefully reduce the massive amount of e-waste generated each year.
Aside from reparability and upgradability, Intel also claims that its scalable designs for laptops will help reduce the engineering efforts made by their partners.
Citrix Acquires Unicorn and More Thin Client Media Player News
Several notable developments have emerged this month in the realms of thin client computing, media players, and mini-PCs:
Thin Client Computing
Citrix Acquires Unicon: Citrix Systems has acquired Unicon GmbH, a thin client provider specializing in hybrid client software. This acquisition aims to strengthen Citrix’s endpoint management and security offerings. The move will allow Citrix to provide customers with secure client OS and endpoint management solutions, improving security, resiliency, and operational costs.
AWS Upgrades WorkSpaces: Amazon Web Services has introduced new workstation-grade cloud desktop options, including 32-vCPU instances. These high-powered options are recommended for the best experience with video conferencing applications
Media Players
VLC Introduces AI-Powered Subtitles: At CES 2025, VideoLAN showcased a groundbreaking AI-driven automatic subtitle generation and translation feature for VLC Media PlayerThis offline feature supports over 100 languages and operates entirely on the user’s device, enhancing privacy and accessibility.
Mini-PCs
Lenovo Launches Snapdragon X Mini-PCs: Lenovo has announced the world’s first mini-PCs featuring Snapdragon X chips: the IdeaCentre Mini X and ThinkCentre Neo 50q. These AI-capable devices can output 45 TOPS and are set to release in April 2025
Geekom QS1 Announced: Geekom has revealed plans for the QS1, which will be the world’s first Snapdragon X Elite-powered mini PC running Windows 11 Pro
HP Z2 Mini G1a: HP has introduced the Z2 Mini G1a, a powerful mini PC designed for demanding workflows. It features an AMD Ryzen AI Max Pro Series processor capable of up to 50 NPU TOPS and is expected to launch in Spring 2025
MSI Returns to Mini-PCs: MSI has re-entered the mini-PC market with the Cubi NUC AI+ 2M, featuring a Copilot button and Intel Core Ultra 258V processor. This device meets the requirements for a Copilot+ PC and can reach up to 115 NPU TOPS
Gigabyte Unveils New BRIX Series: Gigabyte has introduced three new BRIX Mini PC series at CES 2025: Mainstream, Small Core, and Extreme. The Mainstream series features Intel 15th Gen Arrow Lake processors with NPUs for AI capabilities
These developments highlight the growing trend of AI integration in compact computing devices and the continued evolution of thin client solutions to meet the demands of modern workplaces and consumers.
Citrix Acquires Unicorn — Citrix Systems Inc. has acquired Unicon GmbH, a thin client provider, to enhance its endpoint management and security offerings. Unicon, based in Karlsruhe, Germany, specializes in hybrid client software, including the eLux endpoint operating system and the Scout enterprise platform1. These solutions help organizations scale, manage, and secure their endpoints while streamlining IT operations and budgets. The acquisition aims to provide Citrix customers with improved endpoint security, resiliency, and operational cost savings
Lenovo Mini-PC Deal — deal on the Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q mini PC, which is currently available for $1,086, down from its estimated value of $2,129. The mini PC is designed for users with limited workspace and features a 14th-generation Intel Core i7-14700vPro CPU, 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and 256GB of SSD storage. It comes with a basic USB mouse and keyboard and supports up to four displays. The article highlights the benefits of the mini PC, including its compact size and versatility, making it ideal for multitasking needs
Chinese mini-PC with most powerful Ryzen — GMK, a Chinese brand in the mini PC market, has announced the upcoming launch of a new product powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395. This mini PC is claimed to be the world’s first featuring the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip, which boasts 16 Zen 5 cores, 32 threads, and a 5.1 GHz peak clock speed. The processor also integrates 40 RDNA 3.5 compute units, delivering solid graphics performance via the Radeon 8060S iGPU. The device is part of GMK’s “ALL IN AI” strategy and is expected to debut in the first or second quarter of 2025
Free Media Player for Windows — Clapper 0.8, a free and open-source media player, has been released with new features and support for Windows. The update includes plugins for additional functionalities, media caching, and a revamped user interface
This month, HP launched the HP Thin Client Elite t660 (it will become available in March), which blends Wolf Security with thin client technology to create what is, at least on paper, the most secure general-use desktop PC currently in the market. HP’s Wolf Security has long led the industry with the most aggressive set of tools to keep users safe, but users remain the weakest link in any security plan, and that weakens HP’s security solutions. However, the most secure PC configuration is a thin client configuration because it is cloud-based, so the user is limited on what they can install and use, and the cloud is far more robustly secured than any PC can be because it is a remote resource.
When you combine Wolf Security and the cloud, you get what should be the most secure PC-like solution in the market.
HP Wolf Security
HP Wolf Security is a company within a company. While its growth has been stilted due to it largely being a captured entity (meaning Wolf does not have the ability to sell outside of the HP envelope and truly compete as a security company might), it is still unique. What makes it unique is that its solutions are based on hardware and software embedded in the systems it secures, making the hardware harder to penetrate than competing platforms that rely on third-party solutions.
This makes PCs secured by Wolf more secure than PCs secured by third-party products because of the hardware layer that allows for greater protection below the OS and firmware layers. It provides protections that most other PCs don’t have.
With a regular PC configuration, the Wolf Security elements would include HP Sure Start, which stops the boot process if it sees anything unusual and then boots a safe version of the BIOS when a problem is found so the exposure can be safely mitigated. HP Sure Admin allows a central administrator to assure and manage the BIOS and related settings. HP Secure Erase removes the contents of a hard drive very securely so the PC can be reimaged and safely donated or reassigned. HP Sure Sense scans files with AI and quarantines any data that is behaving badly, and HP Sure Recover can restore a PC from Bare Meta without involving an administrator.
These features are in virtually every one of HP’s enterprise-class PCs.
Thin Client
However, a thin client doesn’t run code locally. This means the Wolf elements are enhanced because even if the thin client is stolen, it can’t be used for much unless it is registered with the right cloud backend. This is very similar to why electric cars are rarely stolen. They need to be connected to their backend services to function. If stolen, the car is typically bricked because the thieves are denied access.
I once reviewed the theft of a large number of thin client machines in India. All of the machines were returned shortly after the theft because the thieves couldn’t sell or use them, and they didn’t want to incur the cost of disposing of them.
So, with this new implementation, Wolf protects the software and the user, while the thin client implementation protects the hardware. This makes it less likely to be stolen, and if stolen, it’s likely to be disposed of or returned.
Wrapping Up: Security Squared
When you combine the security elements of Wolf Security with the naturally more secure thin client architecture, you get what should be the most secure PC-like product in the enterprise market with the combined security potential of both a terminal (a thin client is very similar to a terminal) and the most secure PC currently in the enterprise market.
The reason you might want such a solution is that with the advent of AI, HP has reported significant instances where AI is initially being used for malware transport and delivery and will eventually be used in an ever-wider range of malware and phishing attacks. These attacks will be extremely difficult to mitigate without a hardened desktop solution and better employee training than most companies are willing to require.
This hardware/software solution from HP will address the former, but if you don’t aggressively train and test your people, it may not be adequate for the AI malware and phishing wave that we expect to hit in 2025.
As President and Principal Analyst of the Enderle Group, Rob provides regional and global companies with guidance in how to create credible dialogue with the market, target customer needs, create new business opportunities, anticipate technology changes, select vendors and products, and practice zero dollar marketing. For over 20 years Rob has worked for and with companies like Microsoft, HP, IBM, Dell, Toshiba, Gateway, Sony, USAA, Texas Instruments, AMD, Intel, Credit Suisse First Boston, ROLM, and Siemens.
With Advanced AI Features and Capabilities, 2025 LG gram Laptops Deliver Smarter, More Personalized Productivity Experiences
SEOUL, Dec. 31, 2024 — LG Electronics (LG) is set to unveil its 2025 LG gram lineup, the company’s first on-device AI-powered laptops, at CES 2025 in January. The new lineup includes innovative models such as the gram Pro, gram Pro 2-in-1, gram and gram Book. Leveraging LG’s gram AI technology,1 the latest grams deliver state-of-the-art capabilities and stellar performance, harnessing large language models and personalized AI features to elevate the user experience – all while preserving the series’ iconic slim and lightweight design.
Enhancing Productivity and Personalization with LG gram AI
The 2025 gram laptops present a smarter, more secure and highly-personalized user experience through LG’s innovative gram AI. With gram chat On-Device, these laptops utilize AI algorithms to process and analyze data locally without requiring a network connection. At the same time, they provide convenient access to cloud-based AI services via gram chat Cloud, powered by GPT-4o. This subscription-based service, which uses GPT-4o, is offered free of charge for the first year. The integration of on-device and cloud-based AI creates a hybrid AI solution that enhances productivity by delivering personalized insights, a comprehensive knowledge base and an intuitive, ever-evolving experience that adapts to users’ needs.
gram chat On-Device employs a small language model derived from LG AI Research’s EXAONE large language model. This enables fast and secure local processing to provide relevant answers and simplify device management. Notable features include Time Travel, allowing users to quickly and easily revisit web pages, documents, videos and audio files. Meanwhile, gram chat Cloud leverages vast web-based datasets for detailed and comprehensive responses to user inquiries. Additionally, gram chat Cloud integrates with personal calendar and email services, enabling users to manage their schedule and send and receive emails more efficiently.
Unleashing Unprecedented Performance with Intel’s Next-Generation Processors
The 2025 gram laptops set a new benchmark in the series’ history, powered by Intel’s next-generation processors: the Intel Core Ultra H-Series (Arrow Lake) and the Intel Core Ultra V-Series (Lunar Lake). The H Series processors are designed to maximize traditional PC performance, while the V Series CPUs are optimized for AI-driven PC experiences.
The Arrow Lake-powered gram laptops boast more computing power and improvement in graphics processing, compared to 2024 gram models. These impressive laptops deliver an exceptional all-around performance that prioritizes core PC functionality. The Lunar Lake-powered models come equipped with Microsoft’s “Copilot+” PC functionality, offering productivity- and creativity-boosting features such as real-time video subtitle translation and AI image generation.
Delivering Innovation and Versatility for Every User
At the forefront of the 2025 lineup is the LG gram Pro (model 17Z90TR), a laptop that presents the best of performance and portability. Inside the gram Pro’s sleek, slim and lightweight form factor is an Arrow Lake CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 4050 graphics card. This advanced hardware combination enables the gram Pro to effortlessly handle a variety of demanding tasks, from resource-intensive graphic design and 3D-rendering work to video editing and running the latest AAA games.
The lineup also includes the new LG gram Pro (model 16Z90TS), the first Copilot+ PC in the gram series. Measuring just 0.49 inches thick and weighing 2.73 pounds, it delivers remarkable portability. Another highlight is the 16Z90TR, boasting a 16-inch display and an impressively light weight of only 2.64 pounds. As the lightest model in the 2025 gram Pro lineup, it exemplifies gram’s signature lightweight design while delivering powerful performance.
Additionally, the highly versatile LG gram Pro 2-in-1 (model 16T90TP) has been recognized with a CES 2025 Innovation Award for its outstanding design and functionality. Offering incredible flexibility, the device comes with a wirelessly chargeable stylus pen that expands and enhances the user experience.
To expand its U.S. market presence, LG is introducing the LG gram Book (model 15U50T), an entry-level model offering key features and benefits of the gram series at a more accessible price. The gram Book has a 15.6-inch Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) display, expandable storage options, a 720p HD webcam with privacy shutter, and a slim and light design for take-anywhere convenience.
All new gram laptops support gram Link 2.0, an upgraded version of the gram Link feature first introduced last year. gram Link 2.0 facilitates seamless device connectivity across operating systems,2 allowing users to easily share content and transfer files with a diverse range of PC and mobile products, including iOS and Android-based smartphones. This feature also allows users to handle incoming phone calls directly on their gram laptops, minimizing workflow interruptions.
“2025 LG gram products, featuring advanced gram AI, are powerful, portable productivity companions that can understand users’ needs, intelligently utilize relevant information, and enhance workflow,” said YS Lee, vice president and head of the IT Business Unit, LG Media Entertainment Solution Company. “LG is committed to delivering premium-quality laptops that harness the latest AI technologies to enable users to do and achieve more.”
IBASE Receives 2024 IoT Edge Computing Excellence Award
11/8/2024 iBase Embedded Computing Award — Link — Taipei, Taiwan, November 6th, 2024 – IBASE Technology Inc. (TPEx: 8050), a leader in the design and manufacture of robust embedded computing platforms, announced today that both EC3100 and SI-624-AI edge AI computers have received a 2024 IoT Edge Computing Excellence Award from IoT Evolution World, the leading web site covering the Internet of Things (IoT) marketplace.
“This award recognizes the companies emerging as leaders in the growing edge computing space. Companies selected for this award have proven that their products are enabling advanced IoT deployments by offering edge solutions that bring real-time computing, data availability, analytics, AI and machine learning to edge devices.
Targeting the mainstream edge AI segment, the EC3100 delivers up to 100 TOPS of AI performance by incorporating NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX and Nano module. This performance can drive most applications including retail, healthcare, manufacturing and robotics for use in harsh environments.
The SI-624-AI is an exceptional choice for edge AI computing, offering high-speed processing power, real-time image analysis capabilities, and a versatile range of applications. Its advanced features, including high-resolution display support, intelligent energy-saving, and robust security measures, make it ideal for applications that demand AI performance.“The solutions selected for the IoT Edge Computing Excellence Award reflect innovation driving the fast-growing Internet of Things marketplace. It is my honor to congratulate IBASE for their innovative work and contribution to this rapidly evolving industry,” said Carl Ford, Community Developer, IoT Evolution World.
“We are delighted to be recognized by the IoT Edge Computing Excellence Award, which underscores our commitment to innovation and excellence in providing reliable, cutting-edge solutions for the IoT industry. This achievement motivates us to continue pushing the boundaries of edge computing technology to empower our customers and contribute to the future of connected systems,” said Albert Lee, President of IBASE Technology.
About IBASE Technology
IBASE Technology (TPEx: 8050) specializes in the design and manufacture of robust industrial PC products, delivering high-quality products and excellent service since its establishment in 2000. We carry out manufacturing and quality control at our own facilities in Taiwan that are ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 27001 certified. Current product offerings comprise x86- and ARM-based industrial motherboards, embedded systems, edge AI computers, panel PCs, digital signage players, and network appliances for applications in the AIoT, automation, smart retail, transportation, networking, and medical sectors. We also offer ODM customization services, tailoring products to meet customers’ specific requirements. For more information, please visit www.ibase.com.tw.
Nice video review of Chrome Summit 2024. Corporate, then Some digital signage and then quick look at HP Engage kiosk for Burger King. Been awhile seeing HP in the kiosk space but they are fairly opportunistic. Recurring phrase for emcee was “now that applications have moved to the web…”. Google has a strong base in education for Chromebooks and that has sustained the development teams and infrastructure at Google which often rolls something out and then 3 years later rolls it back up.
Flex is literally a remix of Remix/acquisition and as far as device integration goes it suffers just like the TV-based OS Samsung uses with Tizen. Can be done for sure but it is as simple as hooking it up? Nope.
The ChromeOS 2024 event showcased several exciting updates and innovations. Here are some key highlights:
Enhanced Performance: New optimizations for better speed and efficiency, particularly on devices with ARM and Intel processors.
Improved Integration: Seamless connectivity with Android devices and better support for cross-platform applications.
Security Features: Advanced security measures, including enhanced sandboxing and more robust encryption.
User Experience: A refreshed user interface with more customization options and accessibility features.
AI Integration: Introduction of AI-powered tools for productivity and personalization.
Overall, the event emphasized Google’s commitment to making ChromeOS more versatile and user-friendly, catering to both casual users and professionals.
The media player is a rising star in modern computing. Displaying digital content, usually programmed by CMS, is exciting new computing segment. The original NUC from Intel helped kick things off along with Chrome boxes and players. No more is the big fat Dell Optiplex but instead a tiny media computer often embedded in the large display screen.
For best reliable US options options we recommend Elotouch and Insight-Touch.
Examples of Media Player
Windows media player is still the most common
Android (also Chrome) are fast becoming the low-cost standard
Competing with Android are the linux-based players
Mobile phones are beginning to be used as WiFi players
Remote monitoring, content management and reporting are mandatory
Many come in AIO configuration which includes a screen, often with touch
SOC built into monitors (Samsung, LG, Sony, etc)
Some of the notable real-life media player examples include:
Improved Device Integration and Content Management for Interactive Displays
SiteKiosk Online has just released Version 1.5, which includes new features and improvements designed to enhance and simplify the management and deployment of interactive displays. This Cloud-based Kiosk and Digital Signage software is used for various interactive displays, such as HR kiosks for employee self-service and product information displays in retail and corporate spaces. SiteKiosk Online is available as a Cloud subscription or licensed server software for on-premises deployments. Free trial accounts can be accessed at https://us.sitekiosk.online.
Key Enhancements:
Improved Hardware Support: The update streamlines incorporating predefined hardware, such as Nexmosphere devices, into kiosk projects. Version 1.5 extends support for various sensor and hardware devices, including:
Nexmosphere (light, motion, distance sensors)
MaxBotix (ultrasonic distance sensors)
Generic emulated keyboard devices
Serial port devices
New Calendar Element: Users can now display customized daily schedules on displays using iCal links from popular online calendar services like Google or Outlook.
Revamped File Manager: A new file manager for Windows clients enables administrators to manage files across multiple folders.
New File Explorer: A new file explorer for Windows and Android clients allows flexible positioning within projects to display files like PDFs and videos.
Additional Features:
Custom buttons can be added to the taskbar and browser toolbar for personalized functions.
New predefined virtual keyboard layouts are available.
The browser toolbar can now be positioned at the top or bottom of the screen.
Users can override system colors for text, icons, and highlights.
“We are thrilled to announce the release of SiteKiosk Online Version 1.5, which represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide cutting-edge solutions for interactive displays," said Heinz Horstmann, CEO of PROVISIO, LLC in Miami, Florida. "This update reflects our commitment to innovation and responsiveness to customer needs. The improved device integration and enhanced content management features will empower our clients to create more engaging and efficient interactive experiences.”
San Diego-based Videotel Digital has started marketing what the company calls its most powerful media player to date – a little Android box with a lot of RAM and a pair of HDMI outputs to drive two separate or sync’d content streams.
The new VP92+ is also interactive-ready for any of Videotel dozen touch or touch-less peripherals. The units come standard with 64GB of RAM and ARM’s Quad-core G52-2EE processor, and can play 4K video at 60fps.
The players have free embedded CMS software, as well as optional, subscription-based Studio Web and Studio Pro software that presumably would be used for more involved jobs.
The VP92+ Can Push the Same OR Different Content to Two Different Screens Simultaneously
Videotel Digital is pleased to announce its brand new VP92+ reimagined to be faster and more powerful than ever before. Because the VP92+ has dual HDMI ports, users can now use just one player to present two screens of the same content, different content or run the content simultaneously (in sync), making it a perfect choice to power screens in retail, hospitality, transportation, museums and cultural centers, and other industry sectors.
Each VP92+ player comes standard with 64GB of RAM and ARM’s Quad-core G52-2EE processor, that contains four processing cores in a single chip, making it fast, ensuring better performance, and allowing the player to support output for two screens flawlessly. In addition, the unit runs on an Android operating system and can play 4K video at 60fps.
The all new VP92+ also comes with free powerful embedded content management software capable of seamlessly playing full screen image or video content from YouTube, SFTP, LAN, Website, SD/USB, URL File, IPTV and HDMI IN. The unit’s split-screen capability allows two versions of content to be played on two screens from any of the listed sources. Users can also load one or multiple files on either an SD, USB, SFTP, or LAN and have both files/screens play in sync. The VP92+ can also “auto-crop” and sync files providing the ability to split one image on two screens.
The all new VP92+ also has interactive capability and can seamlessly incorporate any of Videotel Digital’s dozen touch or touch-less interactive peripherals. These devices can trigger content with various sensors/readers to detect motion, weight, RFID tags, or barcodes offering customer-facing organizations different ways to engage their visitors. For instance, a video can either be triggered with HDMI IN in response to detected motion or in response to an invitation for the viewer to scan any barcode (e.g., UPC) using USB/SD, SFTP, or LAN.
Videotel’s optional Studio Web and Studio Pro software are each available on a subscription basis for only $10 per month per player, making it easy to schedule and push content at specific times. Any network administrator can use this software to build campaigns using thousands of templates and widgets, then deploy the campaign to one or over 1,000+ players with the push of a button.
The all new VP92+ 4K digital signage media player does all of this and is local, network, or WIFI capable. Videotel’s newest and most powerful player offers the same physical hardware as its predecessor and comes with a two-year warranty. Unlike competitors, all Videotel Digital products come with free technical support via chat or with a real live person.
Lisa Schneider, Videotel’s EVP of Sales & Marketing said, “The VP92+ is the most powerful and fasted st 4K industrial grade media player we’ve ever introduced in our 44-year history. It is feature-rich, flexible, reliable, and appropriate for a variety of industry sector applications.”
To learn more about Videotel Digital’s full product line, including its durable and reliable industrial-grade and interactive digital signage media players, go Here. To see examples of client installations, go Here.
For more product information go to https://www.videoteldigital.com. You can also email Lisa Schneider, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing at [email protected] or call her at (619) 670-4412 x27. You can follow Videotel on twitter (@Videotel) or Facebook (facebook.com/Videotel). For new product updates use #NewatVideotel.
About Videotel Digital:
Videotel Digital is a leading manufacturer of industrial grade digital signage media players, industrial grade looping DVD players, touch and touchless interactive digital signage solutions, and directional sound speakers. The marketplace leader services numerous industries, such as retail, healthcare, hospitality, restaurants, trade shows & events, banks, places of worship, museums, corporate facilities, education, government agencies and others.Company Information:
Videotel Digital
681 Anita Street Suite #104
Chula Vista, CA 91911 [email protected]Contact:
Lisa Schneider
Vice President of Marketing & Sales [email protected]
(619) 670-4412 Ext #27
The Elo Backpack Android compute engine transforms touchscreen monitors and signage displays into commercial-grade systems capable of running audio and video content, interactive HTML webpages and Android-based apps. Users can easily scale our commercial Android platform to many sizes and form factors enabling a consistent deployment that is cost effective and optimized for commercial use. The Backpack also supports industry-leading peripherals for scanning, payment, printing and biometric input. With potential to revolutionize the kiosk architecture, the compute engine simplifies delivery of content and enables remote management capabilities via the EloView® portal.
EloPOS Pack
The EloPOS Pack delivers a powerful enterprise-ready compute platform in a sleek, compact form factor. Backed by the security and infrastructure of a Windows-based system with Intel’s Q370 Chipset and the speed of the Intel’s 9th gen processors, the EloPOS Pack provides the power you need to run your business. With versatile connectivity options, plug in anything from Elo’s latest monitor via single cable USB-C to a legacy printer requiring a 12V powered-USB. The system provides flexibility to make upgrades as your business requirements change.
Elo EssentialEdge™ for Android
Are you looking for ways to make your digital transformation faster, easier and more affordable? Elo EssentialEdge for Android offers everything you need to build and operate interactive solutions for your business. With easy-to-use development kits, robust management tools, world class life cycle management and security, Elo can help you deliver the convenience and familiarity of Android interfaces in a secure, business-friendly way.
Android Kiosk 2.0 – Scalable & Easy to Deploy
With the Elo Backpack, we are introducing kiosk integrators to a new architecture that will lower costs, improve scalability and simplify creation of customized kiosks. Elo’s Kiosk 2.0 architecture introduces a low-power, solid state fan-less computing solution with the capability to scale deployments and remotely manage kiosks out-of-the-box. Combined with Elo’s brilliant commercial-grade touch monitors, integrators can now transform what was a bulky, highly customized kiosk into a sleek and modern design. Creating beautiful self-service solutions and deploying a kiosk network is now easier than ever!
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.
I have one of the most fun jobs in the world and get to work with an amazing team of marketers. Imagine having the freedom to create a video like this! Here’s how the conversation actually started:
Creative Team: “We want to do something fun and creative with the new M51.”
Me: “Sure, go for it!”
Creative Team: ????
mobile computer elo specs
Product number
Marketing description
E450425
Elo M51C Mobile Computer, 5G Cellular (NA), Wi-Fi 6E, Android 14 with GMS, 6-inch 2160×1080 display, Qualcomm 6490 Octa-Core Processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB Flash, Bluetooth 5.2, No BCR, NFC, 8MP Front Camera, 13MP Rear Camera, EloView compatible, Black
E450619
Elo M51C Mobile Computer, 5G Cellular (NA), Wi-Fi 6E, Android 14 with GMS, 6-inch 2160×1080 display, Qualcomm 6490 Octa-Core Processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB Flash, Bluetooth 5.2, 2D BCR, NFC, 8MP Front Camera, 13MP Rear Camera, EloView compatible, Black
E446755
Elo M51 Mobile Computer, Wi-Fi 6E, Android 14 with GMS, 6-inch 2160×1080 display, Qualcomm 6490 Octa-Core Processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB Flash, Bluetooth 5.2, no BCR, NFC, 8MP Front Camera, 13MP Rear Camera, EloView compatible, Black
E449855
Elo M51 Mobile Computer, Wi-Fi 6E, Android 14 with GMS, 6-inch 2160×1080 display, Qualcomm 6490 Octa-Core Processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB Flash, Bluetooth 5.2, 2D BCR, NFC, 8MP Front Camera, 13MP Rear Camera, EloView compatible, Black
E534089
Elo M51 Single Device Dock with Pogo-Pins
E367373
Elo M51 Single Device Dock with USB-C
E526176
Elo M51 4 Unit Device Charger
E526745
Elo M51 4 Slot Battery Charger
E533892
Elo M51 Spare Battery
E527331
Elo M51 Scan Handle
E527713
Elo M51 PTT USB-C Headset
E118460
Elo M51 Handstrap
E527515
Elo M51 Lanyard Connector
E527141
Elo M51 Holster
E525977
Elo M51 Rubber Boot
To learn more about Elo, visit our website or contact our sales team today by calling 844-356-3548 or by email at [email protected].
Elo Touch Solutions, commonly known as Elo, is a company that specializes in touchscreen technology. Here are some key points about the company:
History and Innovation: Elo has been a pioneer in the touchscreen industry for over 50 years. They are credited with inventing the touchscreen and have continued to innovate in this field.
Global Reach: With over 30 million installations worldwide, Elo’s products are used in various industries, including retail, hospitality, healthcare, and transportation.
Product Range: Their product portfolio includes interactive touchscreen displays ranging from 7 to 65 inches, all-in-one touchscreen computers, OEM touchscreens, touchscreen controllers, and monitors.
Customer Focus: Elo emphasizes quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. They aim to provide personalized support and maintain long-term relationships with their customers.
Technological Leadership: The company holds over 400 patents and offers a broad range of touch technologies, including Surface Acoustic Wave, Projective Capacitive, Surface Capacitive, Infrared, and Resistive.
Elo’s touchscreens are commonly found in gaming machines, interactive kiosks, point-of-sale terminals, and many other applications. They are headquartered in Milpitas, California
Mini PCs, also known as mini desktop computers or small form factor PCs, are compact versions of traditional desktop computers. They pack all the essential components of a full-sized desktop into a much smaller case, often about the size of a paperback book. Here are some key features and benefits of mini PCs:
Size and Portability: Mini PCs are designed to save space and can easily fit on a small desk or be mounted behind a monitor. Their compact size makes them portable and easy to move around.
Performance: Despite their small size, many mini PCs offer powerful performance, suitable for tasks ranging from basic office work to more demanding applications like video editing and gaming.
Energy Efficiency: Mini PCs typically consume less power than traditional desktops, making them more energy-efficient and cost-effective to run.
Versatility: They can be used for various purposes, including home entertainment systems, office workstations, digital signage, and even as servers for small networks.
Connectivity: Mini PCs often come with a variety of ports and connectivity options, including USB, HDMI, Ethernet, and sometimes even Thunderbolt, allowing them to connect to multiple peripherals and displays.
Transparent Displays: Data Modul is marketing transparent screens developed by Japan Display Inc. for real-time visual translation
Applications: These displays can be used in places like ticket counters, government offices, and healthcare settings to facilitate communication between people who speak different languages.
Specifications: The displays come in 12 and 21-inch versions with resolutions of 1440×540 and 1280×720 pixels, and transparency levels of 84% and 90%, respectively
Use Cases: Ideal for busy spots like mass transport hubs, amusement parks, and hospitals where language barriers are common.
The new Data Modul displays, developed by Japan Display Inc., can enable things like real-time visual translation. The idea is that for processing applications for things like passports and visas, or getting directions to train platforms, the interchange can be handled on both sides of the counter in a preferred language – with the selected language appearing simultaneously on both sides of the transparent display.
The TFT LCD displays have 12 and 21-inch versions. The resolution is 1440×540 pixels for the smaller model and 1280×720 pixels for the larger one, with transparency levels of 84% and 90% respectively.
Insight Touch new 10.1-inch Touch Mini PC, ultra-thin front bezel, with a more stylish and streamlined design, based on intel CPU and support Windows OS, rich interfaces meet the connection needs of multiple peripherals.
Product Overview: The Miniproca is a mini-PC with a Ryzen 9 6900HX processor and a 7-inch touchscreen, designed to be a versatile and powerful computing solution.
Design and Features: It combines the portability of a tablet with the power of a mini-PC, featuring a foldable touchscreen, multiple ports, and a minimalist aluminum chassis.
Performance: Equipped with Radeon RX 680M graphics, up to 32GB of DDR5 memory, and a 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, it handles demanding tasks like gaming and video editing.
Pricing and Availability: Available for pre-order on Kickstarter, starting at $699 for the base model, with a top-tier configuration priced at $919.
A couple of new HP thin clients announced. Pretty zippy 755 supporting up to six video streams. And then the 655 which is the nod top PCoIP (only 3 video streams).
This would work pretty nicely for digital signage or in healthcare. Start around $550 and figure $900 for the 755.
t755 HP Thin Client Announcement
HP Elite t755 Thin Client announced with AMD Ryzen embedded CPU and compact form factor (not released yet but expect $900)
The HP Elite t755 Thin Client is now official. It runs a custom Windows 10 version and comes with a laundry list of security protections, making it ideal for enterprise environments. It will be available for purchase sometime in January 2024.
HP has unveiled a new small-form-factor PC tailor-made for enterprise operating environments. Unlike off-the-shelf SFF PCs, the HP Elite t755 Thin Client comes with unique hardware and software features that would be of little use outside niche environments. Furthermore, it runs a custom version of Windows 10 for IoT devices. It is only 50 x 210 x 210 mm in size and can fit just about anywhere on a desk. One can purchase it on HP’s website starting in January 2024.
The HP Elite t755 Thin Client feature an AMD Ryzen V2546, a 6-core/12-thread, 35-52 W TDP Zen 2 APU designed for embedded devices. One can pair it with a default Radeon iGPU or upgrade to a Radeon RX 6300 dGPU (2 GB VRAM). The system supports up to 32 GB of DDR4 3200 memory via SODIMM slots. For storage, there are 2 M.2 slots; one can be configured with up to a 256 GB NVMe SSD and the other 512 GB.
Other HP Elite t755 Thin Client specs include Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, support for up to six 4K 60 FPS simultaneous video streams, and two optional I/O slots at the back, one of which can accommodate another GPU. At the front, there’s a 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port, 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A port, and a 3.5 mm combo jack. Rear I/O is limited to 4x DP 1.2 ports, 4x USB-A (2.0) ports and an RJ45 Ethernet jack.
HP tz655 Trusted Zero Client launched with PCoIP and PCoIP Ultra support (as low as $550)
The HP tz655 Trusted Zero Client has been officially unveiled. It uses a low-power AMD Ryzen R2314 chip with 8 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage in a compact form factor chassis.
HP has announced another small-form-factor PC alongside the HP Elite t755 Thin Client. The HP tz655 Trusted Zero Client is targeted towards use in government establishments. It is somewhat limited in its hardware capabilities, but that is to be expected from this class of devices. One can purchase the HP tz655 Trusted Zero Client starting in March 2024 from HP’s website.
An AMD Ryzen™ Embedded R2314 (4-core/4-threads, max 35 W TDP) powers the HP tz655 Trusted Zero Client. One can pair it with up to 8 GB of DDR4 3200 memory and 32 GB of eMMC storage. dGPU options are unavailable, thereby restricting the number of simultaneous 4K 40 FPS video streams to three via the included DP1.2 ports.
The HP tz655 Trusted Zero Client’s lacklustre hardware is compensated by its support for PCoIP and PCoIP Ultra standards, which allows it to connect to a more powerful device. For I/O, there’s a USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and a 3.5 mm combo audio jack at the front. On the rear, there are 4x USB 2.0 Type-A ports, an RJ45 Ethernet jack and an empty slot that can be populated with an extra USB-C port.
The AOOSTAR R1 is a jack of all trades and can be pre-ordered now
The AOOSTAR R1 is a versatile device that can function as a mini-PC, NAS, or router.
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Currently, the AOOSTAR R1 is available for preorder at $269 on Amazon with a $50 coupon code. ???? Amazon will start shipping AOOSTAR R1 orders on October 26. Another model, the AOOSTAR N1 Pro, featuring the Ryzen 5 5500U, is available for $399 for those needing more power.
Certified—Models are expected to work with ChromeOS Flex.
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