We have seen this coming but I didn't think it would be quite this soon...
Samsung has released a 64" touch panel that when you look at TCO and intallation costs would give most interactive whiteboards a run for the money...
From their website...
The exciting new 650TS touch screen for education is a must have for any classroom. Combining the simplicity of a whiteboard and the power of a computer, the Samsung 650TS eBoard will enhance almost any learning environment. The exciting new 650TS touch screen will increase student participation, provide better visual presentation and therefore create a better learning environment. The 650TS eBoard occupies less space than other interactive boards. It has low power consumption and can even deliver high-quality images under the brightest lighting condition. The lifespan of the 650TS LCD panel is approximately 50,000 hours (or about 30 years when used 6 hours a day).
Not exactly portable as an eBeam and projector set up. But certainly for a fixed installation this is the next step in providing display and interactive technology in the classroom.
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The cool thing is that we now sell them from our office. Can't wait to get my hands on a demo unit.
2 comments:
Pretty neat, what is the price point like?
Currently looking at around the 10 000 to 11000 AU$ but that will come down - just look at how quick the plasma / LCD flat panels have come down in price. The TCO on this is great though - no lamps to replace, easier install - bracket on the wall, power and network.
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