Research and Design

As part of the new Open Exhibits release next month, we are releasing a new and improved version of the Collection Viewer. The 2.0 version has the ability to display images or related video on second display, improved metadata support, better performance, and graphical user interface (GUI) for adding content. 

Check out this video which shows the multiscreen Collection Viewer 2.0 and GUI in action.

We still have a long list of additions to add to the Collection Viewer during the course of 2012. If you want see some of the features we are looking to add, see the blog post: Building a Better Collection Viewer (Part 2). 

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With Open Exhibits now in its second year, we are gathering more feedback from participants about their experiences thus far. To that end, we have created a short survey online at:

http://rockman.us2.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_b1Py80XMx6526BC

We want to hear from a wide range of participants - including people who've been actively participating over the course of the past year, as well as those who may not have been as active for various reasons. In otherwords, if you are signed up as a memeber on the Open Exhibits website - we want to hear from you! ...about what you've done, ...what you've liked, ...and about anything that might be holding you back from participating more fully. We also want your input on some new features that will be coming to the Open Exhibits website soon. 

Everyone who completes the survey by the end of February 2012 will be entered in a drawing to win one of 5 $50 Amazon.com gift certificates (gift cards will be delivered via email if you are selected if your name/survey is selected - please check Amazon.com for specific gift card and shipping policies if you do not currently live in the United States). 

If you have any questions or specific comments - please feel free to send me a note. Thanks in advance for your help!

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Choosing the right multitouch equipment is a critical factor in planning a successful public exhibit. Size, build quality, multitouch technology, and performance are key factors when evaluating a device that will be used day- after-day in a busy public environment. Ideum (who as the lead organization on Open Exhibits) recently developed this Multitouch Table and Display Comparison chart (PDF 600kb).

This comparison chart compiles information about the MT55 Pro multitouch table, MT55 Platform multitouch table, and the MT65 Presenter multitouch wall, the Samsung SUR40 for Microsoft Surface 2, the Multitaction MT550W7 table, 3M touch displays and more. We hope you will find this a valuable resource when selecting equipment for your next museum exhibit or public display. We welcome your comments or questions.

*updated 1-9-12 with input from James Maki, Product Manager at Microsoft and Dave Henry, Marketing Manager at 3M Touch Systems

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