Promethean partners with Google on powerful plug-in ChromeOS device
Promethean, owned by Mynd.ai (NYSE: MYND), has partnered with Google to launch a new Chromebox OPS compute device that integrates with Promethean's interactive flat panel displays (IFPDs). This innovative device transforms interactive touchscreens into ChromeOS devices through simple plug-in installation.
The device offers seamless integration with ActivPanel displays, providing access to Promethean ActivSuite™ apps including Explain Everything whiteboard, Spinner, Timer, Annotate, and Screen Share Receiver. Key features include IT management via Google Admin console, automatic updates, and built-in virus protection.
The product will be showcased at the ChromeOS Experience Center in San Jose and at ISTELive 25 in San Antonio (June 29-July 2, booth 2206). This solution aims to help educational institutions address teaching challenges while enabling easy content interaction for teachers and students.
Promethean, di proprietà di Mynd.ai (NYSE: MYND), ha stretto una partnership con Google per lanciare un nuovo dispositivo Chromebox OPS che si integra con i display interattivi a schermo piatto (IFPD) di Promethean. Questo dispositivo innovativo trasforma i touchscreen interattivi in dispositivi ChromeOS con una semplice installazione plug-in.
Il dispositivo offre un'integrazione perfetta con i display ActivPanel, consentendo l'accesso alle app Promethean ActivSuite™, tra cui Explain Everything whiteboard, Spinner, Timer, Annotate e Screen Share Receiver. Tra le caratteristiche principali vi sono la gestione IT tramite Google Admin console, aggiornamenti automatici e protezione antivirus integrata.
Il prodotto sarà presentato al ChromeOS Experience Center di San Jose e all'ISTELive 25 a San Antonio (dal 29 giugno al 2 luglio, stand 2206). Questa soluzione è pensata per aiutare le istituzioni educative a superare le sfide didattiche, facilitando l'interazione con i contenuti per insegnanti e studenti.
Promethean, propiedad de Mynd.ai (NYSE: MYND), se ha asociado con Google para lanzar un nuevo dispositivo Chromebox OPS que se integra con los paneles interactivos de pantalla plana (IFPD) de Promethean. Este innovador dispositivo convierte las pantallas táctiles interactivas en dispositivos ChromeOS mediante una sencilla instalación plug-in.
El dispositivo ofrece una integración fluida con las pantallas ActivPanel, proporcionando acceso a las aplicaciones Promethean ActivSuite™, incluyendo Explain Everything whiteboard, Spinner, Timer, Annotate y Screen Share Receiver. Sus características clave incluyen gestión IT a través de la consola Google Admin, actualizaciones automáticas y protección antivirus incorporada.
El producto se exhibirá en el ChromeOS Experience Center en San José y en ISTELive 25 en San Antonio (del 29 de junio al 2 de julio, stand 2206). Esta solución tiene como objetivo ayudar a las instituciones educativas a afrontar los desafíos docentes, facilitando la interacción con el contenido para profesores y estudiantes.
Promethean은 Mynd.ai (NYSE: MYND)가 소유하고 있으며, Google과 협력하여 Promethean의 인터랙티브 평면 디스플레이(IFPD)와 통합되는 새로운 Chromebox OPS 컴퓨트 장치를 출시했습니다. 이 혁신적인 장치는 간단한 플러그인 설치를 통해 인터랙티브 터치스크린을 ChromeOS 장치로 변환합니다.
이 장치는 ActivPanel 디스플레이와 원활하게 통합되어 Explain Everything 화이트보드, Spinner, Timer, Annotate, Screen Share Receiver 등 Promethean ActivSuite™ 앱에 접근할 수 있습니다. 주요 기능으로는 Google Admin 콘솔을 통한 IT 관리, 자동 업데이트, 내장 바이러스 보호 기능이 포함되어 있습니다.
제품은 산호세의 ChromeOS 체험 센터와 산안토니오에서 열리는 ISTELive 25(6월 29일~7월 2일, 부스 2206)에서 선보일 예정입니다. 이 솔루션은 교육 기관이 교육 현장의 문제를 해결하고 교사와 학생이 콘텐츠와 쉽게 상호작용할 수 있도록 돕는 것을 목표로 합니다.
Promethean, détenu par Mynd.ai (NYSE: MYND), s'est associé à Google pour lancer un nouveau dispositif Chromebox OPS qui s'intègre aux écrans plats interactifs (IFPD) de Promethean. Cet appareil innovant transforme les écrans tactiles interactifs en dispositifs ChromeOS grâce à une installation simple par plug-in.
Le dispositif offre une intégration fluide avec les écrans ActivPanel, donnant accès aux applications Promethean ActivSuite™, notamment Explain Everything whiteboard, Spinner, Timer, Annotate et Screen Share Receiver. Parmi ses fonctionnalités principales figurent la gestion informatique via la console Google Admin, les mises à jour automatiques et la protection antivirus intégrée.
Le produit sera présenté au ChromeOS Experience Center de San Jose ainsi qu'à ISTELive 25 à San Antonio (du 29 juin au 2 juillet, stand 2206). Cette solution vise à aider les établissements éducatifs à relever les défis pédagogiques tout en facilitant l'interaction avec le contenu pour les enseignants et les élèves.
Promethean, im Besitz von Mynd.ai (NYSE: MYND), hat eine Partnerschaft mit Google geschlossen, um ein neues Chromebox OPS-Computegerät auf den Markt zu bringen, das sich in die interaktiven Flachbildschirme (IFPDs) von Promethean integriert. Dieses innovative Gerät verwandelt interaktive Touchscreens durch einfache Plug-in-Installation in ChromeOS-Geräte.
Das Gerät bietet nahtlose Integration mit ActivPanel-Displays und ermöglicht den Zugriff auf die Promethean ActivSuite™-Apps, darunter Explain Everything Whiteboard, Spinner, Timer, Annotate und Screen Share Receiver. Zu den Hauptmerkmalen gehören IT-Verwaltung über die Google Admin-Konsole, automatische Updates und integrierter Virenschutz.
Das Produkt wird im ChromeOS Experience Center in San Jose sowie auf der ISTELive 25 in San Antonio (29. Juni bis 2. Juli, Stand 2206) vorgestellt. Diese Lösung soll Bildungseinrichtungen dabei unterstützen, Unterrichtsherausforderungen zu bewältigen und Lehrern sowie Schülern eine einfache Interaktion mit Inhalten zu ermöglichen.
- Strategic partnership with Google enhances product offering and market reach
- Product extends hardware lifecycle, providing cost efficiency for educational institutions
- Seamless integration with existing Promethean panels offers simplified user experience
- IT management capabilities through Google Admin console improve maintenance efficiency
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Google partnership strengthens Promethean's education market position with streamlined ChromeOS integration for interactive displays, extending hardware longevity and simplifying classroom tech management.
Promethean's new partnership with Google represents a strategic alignment with a dominant player in educational technology. The Chromebox OPS compute device addresses a specific pain point in classroom technology - complexity of setup and use - by creating a plug-and-play solution that transforms Promethean's interactive panels into ChromeOS devices without cable management headaches.
The modular approach delivers two key advantages for educational institutions. First, it extends the lifecycle of expensive display hardware by allowing the computing module to be upgraded independently. Schools can refresh the technology without replacing entire panels - a significant cost consideration given typical education budget constraints. Second, it simplifies IT management through integration with Google's Admin console, reducing overhead for technology departments.
From a competitive standpoint, this partnership leverages ChromeOS's established footprint in K-12 education. By creating a certified ChromeOS experience specifically optimized for large interactive displays, Promethean differentiates its offering in the education technology market. The integration of Promethean's ActivSuite applications directly into the ChromeOS environment creates a seamless ecosystem that reduces friction in classroom adoption.
The timing of this announcement, ahead of ISTELive 25 in June-July, appears strategically positioned to influence school purchasing decisions for the upcoming academic year. Educational technology buying cycles typically align with budget periods and summer implementation windows, making this pre-summer announcement well-timed for market impact.
The new Promethean Chromebox OPS turns large interactive touchscreens into ChromeOS devices. The simple plug-in device offers a supported and certified ChromeOS experience without navigating cables or requiring educators to take extra steps when accessing files and content.
"Installing the new Chromebox OPS is simple because it fits right into an ActivPanel, giving ChromeOS users a more straightforward, intuitive experience," said Lance Solomon, chief product officer at Promethean. "Not only will customers have an upgraded ChromeOS experience, but they can also extend the life of their hardware purchases."
Unlike traditional embedded solutions, users can upgrade or replace the compute device as technology evolves without updating the panel for a highly adaptable investment for any school or district.
IT administrators can install ChromeOS and Promethean ActivSuite™ apps on the ChromeOS shelf for instant access to Promethean's Explain Everything web-based whiteboard, and Spinner, Timer, Annotate, and Screen Share Receiver. IT manages behind the scenes via Google Admin console and the device provides automatic updates and built-in virus protection.
As part of the ongoing partnership, the ChromeOS Experience Center (CEC) is showcasing the Promethean Chromebox OPS with the ActivPanel 10, Promethean's newest IFPD. The CEC is a hub for tech innovation and customer engagement, highlighting ChromeOS and other related technologies. Established in 2023 in
Educators can also see the Promethean Chromebox OPS and ActivPanel 10 in action in booth number 2206 at ISTELive 25 in
"We're excited to have collaborated with Google to create a seamless ChromeOS solution, continuing our journey of developing products that are easy to use and simple to maintain," Solomon said. "We look forward to sharing more and engaging with educators at the ChromeOS Experience Center and ISTELive this year."
With more than 25 years of designing and manufacturing learning and collaboration technologies, Promethean is a proven partner for digital transformation. The Promethean Chromebox OPS helps schools and higher education institutions respond to the top challenges that educators face, ensuring teachers and students can interact with content quickly and easily.
To discover how this unified solution can help your ChromeOS-based school or district increase engagement and collaboration in the classroom, visit PrometheanWorld.com.
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