Sign's IMS 3.0 to be embedded in AOpen media players

2010-12-13 12:45 PT - News Release
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Mr. Alex Romanov reports

ISIGN MEDIA ANNOUNCES THE EMBEDDING OF ITS IMS 3.0 SOFTWARE INTO AOPEN'S DIGITAL ENGINES

AOpen America Inc. has commenced the embedding of iSign Media Solutions Inc.'s Interactive Media Solution (IMS) 3.0 software into its digital media players.

The partnership has led to the creation of the world's first multifunction media player, capable of providing content management, Bluetooth message broadcasting and data logging of consumer responses into a single unit. Through the iSign enhanced signs, consumers are able to interact directly with marketers' messages through their mobile phones.

"Initially, AOpen is embedding our software into their newest digital media players, the MP45DU, DE45HG and DE7000 models, prior to being delivered to their distributors and customers," said Alex Romanov, iSign's chief executive officer. "This will result in faster and easier activation of our software by the end users, thus reducing time and costs. AOpen has advised that they will expanding their embedding program to include all of their models within the near future."

"We are excited about the possibility of extending the use of our media players and digital engines as support systems for location-based advertising. For years, retailers have been looking for a methodology of providing real-time delivery of couponing, promotions and advertising in their stores that are targeted at the buying habits of their loyal customers. This is that solution, and we believe that it will revolutionize loyalty systems," said Vernon Slack, director of business development for AOpen America Inc.

This new partnership between AOpen and iSign Media signifies an important step forward, as it will provide the digital signage industry with both cost savings, added smarts and convenience never before available.

iSign's IMS 3.0 software solutions are the most economical method of broadcasting advertising messages and capturing data for immediate analysis that is available to advertisers. iSign's pricing ranges from $130 to $160 per month, depending upon the length of contract.

About AOpen

As the pioneers of ultrasmall form factor (uSFF) components and customizable platforms, AOpen America Inc. remains in the wheelhouse with its partnerships, setting the standard for vertical market solutions via Mini-ITX platforms that provide open architecture versatility, next-generation technology and unmatched value through huge energy cost savings and readiness compliance with ENERGY STAR and EPEAT. While remaining as the true leader in uSFF components and platforms, AOpen also provides a complete array of digital signage technologies for streamlined, end-to-end solutions in consumer-grade environments, and provides scalable technologies ranging from cost-efficient net-top media players to their Digital Engine and XC Mini flagship lines. AOpen continues to drive Innovation Economy Technology (I-ET) in socially responsible, green IT solutions for offices, homes and mission-critical applications.