All Things TechIE Podcast - Episode 75

All Things Techie Podcast

In Episode 75, we will be discussing a range of topics in the tech industry, from the latest news and updates to the standards that govern video displays and lighting with Greg Jeffries.

In higher education, there is a growing trend towards using technology in classroom spaces, with many universities and colleges investing in direct view LED displays. However, there are issues with energy use and eye strain, as many of these displays are too bright, causing discomfort to students and professors alike. Choosing the right screen size and type is also crucial, followed by selecting the appropriate ALR screen for the location, using DISCAS standards.

In the future, architects will need to learn how to deliver technology-enabled spaces, which require different-shaped and sized rooms, leading to changes in actual building structures. When working with existing spaces, it is essential to establish a hierarchy of needs and prioritise what is important, even if it means some metrics might be compromised.

Standards play a crucial role in the AV tech industry. Although they can be intimidating, using standards can help manage equipment, identify essential items to spend the budget on, and keep the campus functioning. In the pro AV market, standards apply mostly to applications like higher ed, corporate, and government. While the industry has content and best practices for live events and other applications, digital signage and trade associations have a separate universe and specific standards.

Justin also discuss the latest news in the tech industry, from the opposition of messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal to the UK government's new online safety bill to Facebook's legal action settlement. In addition, we talk about the Irish police force's new speed camera technology, the National Cybersecurity Centre's guidance to Irish Government against using TikTok over cybersecurity concerns, and more

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