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MarketScale Transportation 02/12/2019: Trends in Tech at the Chicago Auto Show
MarketScale traveled to the Chicago Auto Show to scope out the latest trends in the automotive industry. This week’s episode of the MarketScale Transportation Podcast features conversations with representatives from three different automakers who give their thoughts on emerging technology for automobiles. This week’s show also features a conversation with an expert on railroads…
A Split for the AV Industry with Matt Abbrederis of Ponto Solutions
Matt Abbrederis, president and founder of Ponto Solutions, joined the podcast to shed some light on an ever-increasing trend among Pro AV companies. For some time now, companies in Pro AV have made the business decision to focus their service on either “hang and bang” solutions or client-oriented relationships. Though there’s some overlap, most…
Richard Branson Will Be Heading into Space
British billionaire Richard Branson plans to travel to space within the next four or five months aboard his own Virgin Galactic spaceship, he told AFP. “My wish is to go up on the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, that's what we're working on,” the head of the Virgin Group said. Virgin Galactic is one…
Your Guide to the Chicago Auto Show
The Chicago Auto Show is back for its 111th exhibition. The vehicles may have changed but the goals of the event are the same, to deliver an experience of what’s next in the world of cars. At the show, enthusiasts, drivers, and industry experts will be able to look at nearly 1,000 different vehicles. This year,…
MarketScale Overseas: A Minute in Amsterdam
With Amsterdam being the historic city that it is, it may not come as much of a surprise that bold digital signage is sparse. However, when it is implemented in the capital city of the Netherlands, it is done in grand fashion. Take Rembrandt Square (or ‘Rembrandtplein’) for example. The public area boasts the largest…
Propelling: What Canada’s New Regulations Mean for the International Drone Market with Sebastien Long of Microdrones
As drones have become more widespread in the consumer market, new regulation has been needed and set in order to ensure air traffic safety. In 2018, the U.S. introduced the FAA Reauthorization Act, which helped provide clarity to pilots of unmanned vehicles. Now, Transport Canada has announced new drone regulations as well that will…
Pro AV Expert Monday Mailbag: February 11, 2019
ISE 2019 in Amsterdam last week brought Pro AV professionals, products and perspectives together for a week of learning and demonstrations. As the dust settles, MarketScale wanted to catch up with some insiders to get their thoughts on why shows like ISE matter and what they see taking place in the Pro AV world at…
The Four New Cars Making Noise at the Chicago Auto Show So Far
The Chicago Auto Show is underway and the news is already rolling out. Several car manufacturers have already begun unveiling new models or technologies that will grab headlines in the auto industry. MarketScale has caught up with several of the world’s most notable brands to see what is hitting the road in 2019. Acura NSX…
Apple AirPods 2 Could Be on the Horizon
Apple has reportedly started production on its AirPower wireless charging pad. It is rumored that the AirPower will be released alongside the AirPods 2. ChargerLAB, via Twitter Luxshare Precision is also the manufacturer of Apple AirPods. Many are wondering whether the wireless headphones will be available in additional colors besides white. The major selling…
General Motors to Lay Off 4,000 Workers
The company says the cuts are apart of a restructuring plan it revealed last November. At the time, GM said 15,000 jobs and five North American plants would eventually be eliminated. General Motors, via statement A spokesman for GM says laid off workers who had salaries have been given severance packages. They have also been…
Chicago Autoshow 2019: Mazda Unveils New MX-5 Miata 30th Anniversary Edition
The Chicago Auto Show will be the venue for several debuts this year and Mazda got the ball rolling with the debut of its 30th Anniversary MX-5 Miata. The car has several new features, but most people are talking about the most obvious addition to see. A bright orange exterior paint called ‘Racing Orange’ is…
The Best of ISE 2019: Digital Done Easy
Nobody can stop by every booth at ISE, and with the premier companies in the industry all in attendance it can be hard for attendees to distribute their time. MarketScale made the rounds throughout the show to highlight some of the most impressive products those on the ground might have missed. Aavara Innovation Corp. This…
MarketScale Overseas at ISE: Day Three in Amsterdam with the Show’s Managing Director
The stunning displays at ISE might grab most of the attention, but it is the insight learned at the show that will truly bring the Pro AV industry into the future. All week, MarketScale has been gathering expert opinion from the show and hearing what the insiders had to say. On today’s podcast from…
Reduce the Strain and the Pain with these Ergonomic Best Practices
To the casual observer, a court reporter may not seem to have a physically demanding job, but those who have performed the role for years will tell you the opposite. A full day of writing, sitting in the same spot, in the same position can be physically draining. Not to mention you have to focus…
How Miami International Airport Is Changing the Future of Travel
Miami International Airport has partnered with Lufthansa, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and global air transport IT provider SITA to use biometric face recognition rather than boarding passes and passports to board flights. This is designed to not only speed up boarding—by an estimated 80 percent—but also to bolster security measures. All a passenger has…
MarketScale Overseas at ISE: Day Two in Amsterdam Brings a New Meaning to Interactive Displays
On Day 2 of ISE, MarketScale was back on the show floor seeking out some of the most captivating and interactive displays. There is a natural diversity of products among the 1,300 exhibitors and Tyler Kern sifted through the halls to learn more about the technology that drives these products. Dave Howden, Director of…
MarketScale At ISE 2019
MarketScale has touched down in Amsterdam for ISE 2019, one of the world’s premier Pro AV industry events. Our own Tyler Kern and Brandon Pfluger are on the ground talking to attendees and speakers, giving you all the latest from the show. We will have content from the show posted daily, and you can check…
A Standard of Excellence for Military Aerospace Software with Shaun Stuger of Braxton Technologies, LLC
In this episode of the Software & Technology podcast, we’re joined by Shaun Stuger, General Manager of Business Development and Services at Braxton Technologies, LLC. Braxton Technologies provides satellite ground systems, command and control, and secure data distribution solutions for government and commercial clients. Stuger explains that to stand out in the aerospace field,…
A Brief History of Video Conferencing, and Why it Matters with AVTEQ and TOTAL Marketing, LLC.
Video conferencing started as a sci-fi dream on the Jetsons. Now it’s the sought-after communication method for any company with an active global presence, a flexible workforce, or a virtual command center. How video conferencing technology grows from day to day is astounding, but perhaps more interesting is how far it’s come up until…
Environments suited for a cash recycler
In this video we review 5 common characteristics of business environments that may be amenable to a cash recycler – with the caveat being, not one size fits all.
Red Lion’s IIoT Solutions SPS IPC Overview
Converting data either through a cloud or on premises can be a tricky situation for companies trying to deploy IIoT solutions. This video discusses the various solutions available to assist companies in this important transformation. Bridging the gap for legacy equipment while utilizing these solutions allows companies to stay one step ahead of the competition….
MarketScale Overseas at ISE: Day One in Amsterdam
ISE 2019 is underway and although we may not be able to speak with all 1,300 exhibitors and 80,000 attendees, we are determined to find answers to the burning questions in the Pro AV industry. On the first day of this year’s event, Tyler Kern sat down with five Pro AV insiders to get their…
AI Can Improve Your Network
Network capacity planning aims to ensure that sufficient bandwidth is provisioned, allowing network SLA targets such as delay, jitter, loss, and availability to be reliably met. It's a complex, error-prone task with serious financial implications. Until recently, the network data necessary for insightful capacity planning was generally only available via static, historical, after-the-fact reports. This situation is…
Gigabit LiFi has arrived and will be demonstrated at Mobile World Congress
LiFi leaders pureLiFi have announced that they have the first Gigabit LiFi components ready for mobile devices. The new optical LiFi components will debut in a commercial device at Mobile World Congress, the world’s largest conference for the mobile industry. Gigabit LiFi is not only fast, it’s more reliable, virtually interference free and represents unique…
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