Latin America. The new AF1 series of OpenPort Platform screens based on HTML5 and Android technology from Panasonic, is equipped with a quad-core processor at 1 GHz, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage. This series replaces the expensive external "Wintel" systems, which would require additional wiring, assembly and installation.
Thanks to the built-in media player and Wi-Fi support, the complexity of wiring is greatly reduced, thus avoiding the need to use an external player to play videos and photos easily.
The open display API allows users to control displays by installing third-party software on the OpenPort Platform. There are several experts in the sector who have welcomed this new series of screens:
"We are extremely pleased that Panasonic and its OpenPort Platform are returning to the digital signage market," said Robert Duchac, Director of Partner Development at Grassfish. "The underlying Android technology allows for easy integration of Grassfish's professional CMS software, which offers a solution with enormous possibilities."
"We welcome Panasonic's initiative focused on developing professional displays that include an OpenPort Platform based on HTML5 technology. Combined with our PADS4 software, which includes guaranteed uninterrupted playback when the network fails, it is the perfect choice for managing digital signage networks on Android," said Arthur Damen, Marketing Director at Net Display Systems.
"Panasonic's OpenPort Platform solution is a rugged and easy-to-use digital signal system, perfect for uninterrupted use," said Harry Horn, scala's global vice president of marketing. "The combination of OpenPort Platform with Scala's software offers a smart choice for business, brand and business owners looking for a comprehensive, professional-grade, cloud-based solution."
