IBM introduces new 17″ IBM Anyplace Kiosk models

More news from the Retail Systems Show in Chicago: IBM showed the latest addition to their Anyplace Kiosk line of terminals.

Highlights of the new models include:

• At 17 inches, models offer a big screen in an ultra-compact all-in-one unit;
• 1280 x 1024 resolution offers better clarity and more detail than smaller models;
• The bigger touch screen makes it easier for several people to view at once.

The IBM Anyplace Kiosk combines a 1.30GHz processor, advanced infrared (IR) touch screen display and optional peripherals in a slim, tapered design, offering a cost-effective opportunity to install an informational kiosk virtually “anyplace”. With the capability to show full-screen video as well as high quality sound, the kiosks can deliver a variety of applications including product information, self-ordering in restaurants, unattended check-in for hotel guests, healthcare screening statistics and much more across a variety of segments including retail, travel / tourism, communications, financial, government, transportation, entertainment, healthcare and other sectors.