Wednesday, June 25, 2014

PRINCESS DEPLOYS TECHNOLOGY UPGRADES

In this age of uber-connectivity, we are never far away from our smartphones, tablets and computers that stream news and entertainment to us on a 24/7 basis. And while we cruise to relax and unwind -- and even disconnect when we want to -- we still want our technology to be at the ready.

Along those lines, Princess, in partnership with UIEvolution, Inc. and VIDELIO-HMS, has announced they have deployed UIEvolution's Guest Evolution platform on the Sapphire Princess, the Sun Princess and the Diamond Princess. The three ships were successfully upgraded with improved guest in-room experiences using much of their existing network and ship infrastructure.

Previously, the system was rolled out on Royal Princess, delivering "the world’s first truly HTML5-based next generation TV solution to passenger and crew TVs." What does that mean? The platform features:

  • A vast library of video and premium movie content.
  • A completely open App Store that allows for HTML5 apps to be easily loaded and run across the in-room entertainment system.
  • On-board ship location, mapping and routing
  • Information on ship activities, shore excursions and port guides with video assistance and information
  • Streaming radio channels
  • Fully localized options for native language and accessibility
Now, if only it could reserve that lounge chair by the pool, we would be all set. -- Gerry

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