Innovation

📺 PPDS launches the 135” Philips Unite LED 6000 Series All In One at HITEC 2025 in Indianapolis, 16-17 June. This foldable, height-adjustable display is designed for hospitality, offering energy efficiency with less than 0.5 watts in standby mode and motorized height adjustment. The display features a 1.5mm pixel pitch for sharp visuals and integrates Android 11 for native app optimization. It supports Philips Wave for remote management, enhancing installation, monitoring, and control.

📱 WhatsApp, as of June 17, 2025, introduces ads in the Updates tab, accessible by 1.5 billion users daily. Meta emphasizes user privacy, maintaining end-to-end encryption and not accessing message content. Optional integration with Facebook and Instagram aids cross-platform targeting. New monetization tools include paid subscriptions and ad tools for "channels." This aligns with Meta's strategy, leveraging its $164 billion ad revenue. Despite privacy concerns, analysts note potential due to WhatsApp's vast user base.

💻 Jun 17, 2025, at the Skift Data and AI Summit, Marriott International revealed its AI-driven room assignment tool, optimizing 1.2 million room assignments in seconds. Initially faced with staff overrides, continued iterations improved its accuracy while retaining staff oversight. This initiative, begun in 2023, emphasizes efficiency over full automation, empowering staff. Highgate Technology Ventures advocates for incremental AI adoption, reinforcing the potential of small-scale innovations in the hospitality industry.

📷 At HITEC 2025 in Indianapolis (16-17 June), PPDS unveils the Philips Unite LED 6000 Series, a 135” foldable, height-adjustable display. This energy-efficient model, ideal for hotel lobbies and conference spaces, utilizes Chip on Board technology and a fine 1.5mm pixel pitch for clear visuals. It features motorized height adjustment and an ultra-low standby mode of less than 0.5 watts. The display is compatible with Android 11 and includes integrated System on Chip for app installation.

LED Display Launch 📺 PPDS unveiled the 135” Philips Unite LED 6000 Series at HITEC 2025 in Indianapolis, 16-17 June. This foldable, height-adjustable display targets hospitality, offering energy efficiency with under 0.5 watts standby mode. Inspired by Oracle Red Bull Racing, its design ensures mobility, fitting through doors and lifts. Features include motorized height adjustment and a single-box installation. Powered by Android 11, it offers native app integration, eliminating external media players. Philips Wave cloud management enhances control and efficiency.

📶 Nomadix Inc. introduced the EG 5K gateway in Plano, Texas, designed for midsize hotel and residential networks. It features 4 x 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ethernet ports, supports up to 5 Gbps bandwidth, and accommodates 5,000 devices simultaneously. The device enhances energy efficiency while maintaining high performance and integrates seamlessly with existing systems. Chief Product Officer Tammy Estes emphasized its importance in providing secure, dependable WiFi, highlighting that connectivity is now essential for guests and residents alike.

🏨 Inntopia and Stayntouch announced a new integration in Bethesda, Maryland. This partnership allows hotels using Stayntouch’s cloud-based PMS to utilize Inntopia's booking and marketing CRM/CDP systems. This integration enables hotels to offer real-time lodging and other services like lift tickets and spa reservations in a single transaction. Customers benefit from streamlined booking processes and enhanced upselling opportunities, increasing revenue and guest satisfaction.

📱 DALLAS, Texas—G6 Hospitality launched the new My6 app, reducing latency by 50% to enhance booking experiences. The AI-powered recommendation engine targets one-third of Motel 6 searches, boosting property visibility. Features include personalized deals, interactive maps, and a save-and-compare function. Early data shows a 14% rise in direct bookings and reduced drop-offs. Future updates will include enhanced filters and integrated payment options for seamless user experience.

📈 RMS launched a next-gen booking engine at HITEC 2025 in Indianapolis to enhance direct bookings. This engine, with a mobile-first, responsive design, ensures faster load times and fewer clicks. It supports AI-driven guest journeys by integrating with chatbots for inquiries, discounts, and payment processing. Featuring seamless RMS Pay integration, it aims to boost ADR and conversion rates. CEO Adam Seskis highlights its potential to increase direct bookings and reduce third-party reliance.

🏖 Resorts using both Inntopia Marketing Cloud and Stayntouch can merge data across systems for a seamless experience. Inntopia's GM, Trevor Crist, highlights the benefits of integrating Stayntouch’s features with their booking and CRM solutions. This allows guests to book lodging and activities like lift tickets and spa reservations in one transaction. Reid Webster from Stayntouch emphasizes their cloud-based PMS facilitating these integrations, enhancing revenue opportunities and guest satisfaction.