Our Customers
Since 2006, NextWindow has been developing touch screens for OEMs and ODMs who wish to capitalize on the growing global demand for multi-touch monitors and PCs. NextWindow's optical technology, one of the more modern forms of touch technology known for its clarity and precision, durability, ease of use, and cost effectiveness, has become a popular technology among OEMs developing touch-enabled desktop computing products. Our technology was also among the first to be logo certified for Windows 7 multi-touch.
Dell became the second major OEM to release a touch-enabled all-in-one PC, following on the heels of HP, in the spring of 2009. The Dell Studio One 19 features an 18.5”screen incorporating NextWindow touch screen technology. In the fall of 2009, Dell released another touch-enabled product using NextWindow optical touch, the Dell SX2210T, a 21.5” monitor with multi-touch functionality and an integrated Webcam. The multi-touch monitor is an economical way for consumers to bring the touch experience to their desktop without replacing their PC.
Another intriguing market for touch is the concept of a multimedia entertainment hub. In the fall of 2009, Sony launched the VAIO® L Touch HD PC/TV a touch-enabled, multi-media system that can mount to a wall. The system is Sony's first all-in-one PC and uses NextWindow touch technology integrated into a 24” wide screen panel. The Sony VAIO allows access to your PC, HDTV, and DVR from one place, and is sure to attract both families and individuals wanting to streamline electronics in the home while adding the appeal of a touch interface. The system was built to bring that content to your fingertips quickly and with impact, featuring Intel dual-core processor, 12 MB RAM, up to 1 TB of hard drive space, and Intel High Definition audio.
In October 2009, Japanese electronics manufacturer NEC launched the ValueStar W, an AIO computer with a 21.5” touch screen from NextWindow. NEC’s first multi-touch all-in-one computer, the ValueStar W is currently available in Japan. The ValueStar W features 4GB of RAM, a Blu-ray drive, and a digital TV Tuner, among other features.
HP was the first major PC manufacturer to introduce a touch-enabled desktop, with its launch of the HP TouchSmart line in 2008. The original HP TouchSmart all-in-one PC uses NextWindow touch technology, as does its second generation of the product. In October, the company released its latest and third-generation line, which includes the TouchSmart 300, TouchSmart 600 and 9100 (for the enterprise) AiO desktop computers. PC makers like HP are choosing NextWindow because its touch screens are certified for use with Windows 7, the first operating system to support multi-touch functionality, and because NextWindow optical touch technology offers the lowest price and the best performance for touch screen displays that are 17” and larger.
Global PC and consumer electronics developer Medion announced plans in October 2009 to offer a multi touch-enabled system with a 24” screen. Branded the Medion X9613, the all-in-one desktop PC became available initially in Germany. The Medion system is unique in the all-in-one (AiO) segment in that it can be mounted to a wall, perfect for use in the kitchen or family room. The system has 4 GB of RAM and a miniature Windows SideShow screen. With the fall 2009 release of Windows 7 which supports multi-touch gestures, the touch PC market is bound to grow with new systems from Medion and others.