Port in a Storm
In a move to address the evolving landscape of device connectivity, HYPER launched its latest product, the HyperDrive Next 4 Port USB-A to USB-C Hub, which is set to bridge the gap between old-school USB-A and the shiny new world of USB-C. Picture this: You've got your sleek MacBook with its minimalist USB-C ports, but you're still holding onto your trusty old keyboard and printer with their chunky USB-A connectors. What's a tech-savvy event marketer to do? HyperDrive Next hub has entered the chat. By transforming a single USB-C port into four USB-A ports, you no longer have to play musical chairs with your devices. Contact: Hyper; Silicon Valley, CA; hypershop.com That's Hot
Marley Engineered Products (MEP) isn't just heating up the market — it's also turning up the style with its latest offering: the Recessed Trim Kit for Infrared Heaters. The trim kit allows infrared heaters to be fully recessed into ceilings, minimizing the visual impact of overhead heating units and enhancing the overall appearance of the environment. MEP's infrared heaters can be used indoors or outdoors and have two- or three-element designs, making them as versatile as they are effective. Plus, they use short-wave infrared heat technology, so your guests will stay toasty without burning through the energy budget. The trim kit, designed for overhangs, includes single-carton packaging and a trim ring installation bracket, available in a variety of colors to match ceilings and complement the building appearance. Using MEP's new trim kit ensures planners will never have to sacrifice style for comfort. Contact: Marley Engineered Products; Bennetsville, SC; 843-479-4006; marleymep.com Freeze Frame
Ling-Tong's LT-M631 Square Extrusion with 6 Gasket Grooves is changing the game for Silicone Edge Graphics (SEG) fabric frames because its innovative design simplifies installation and improves a fabric display's durability. The product's six gasket grooves offer incredible flexibility during SEG fabric installation because they eliminate the need for precise alignment, ensuring a seamless setup process. Its versatile design also allows for integration with accessories like LED lighting and shelving. Crafted with a sturdy square profile measuring 80-by-80 millimeters, the LT-M631 is both tough and stylish, like the superhero of fabric frames, standing strong in high-traffic environments while looking effortlessly cool. Contact: LingTong Exhibition System Co. Ltd.; Jiangsu, China; +86 519 8870 0098; ling-tong.cn Puppet Master
Rapport, the AI platform known for emotionally intelligent interactive characters, recently launched its Self-Service Virtual Interactive Avatar platform. Developed in collaboration with Speech Graphics, a facial animation solution for video games, this platform empowers users to effortlessly create, animate, and deploy their own Virtual Interactive Personalities. The aim is clear: to enhance user experiences, drive engagement, and foster emotional connections. Using Rapport Self-Service is easy. Simply pick your character, choose a brain, select a voice, and watch as your avatar comes to life through facial animation technology. It's like playing Sims, but for your business. The platform represents advancements in customer engagement, and offers businesses an innovative tool that helps them create impactful and immersive interactions with their audiences. Contact: Rapport; San Francisco, CA; rapport.cloud Wall Install
Chief, a Legrand AV brand, recently unveiled its latest innovation, the TiLED dvLED Universal Wall Mounts. These wall mounts break barriers in flexibility, simplicity, and compatibility for video wall installations. They eliminate issues with pixel misalignment and panel gaps — we're all about that seamless display life. These mounts are engineered to handle even the pickiest of displays, and they offer three-axis adjustments for that perfect alignment, even on the wonkiest of walls. Plus, the mounts' double-depth adjustment mechanism and independent leveling makes achieving a flat display extremely easy. These mounts are so adaptable, they're practically chameleons. Contact: Legrand AV; Eden Prairie, MN; 860-913-1605; legrand.us