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WindowInk

WindowInk is a simple digital signage system that works without subscriptions, running on low-cost devices such as Raspberry Pi (ideal configuration on Pi 5). It simplifies updating signage displays with images and videos.

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01 / The problem

What it addresses

Updating signage based on images and videos was challenging and typically required subscriptions; rising memory prices have also made the low-cost devices it relies on more expensive.

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  1. WindowInk

    WindowInk is a simple digital signage system that works without subscriptions, running on low-cost devices such as Raspberry Pi (ideal configuration on Pi 5). It simplifies updating signage displays with images and videos.

    Problem: Updating signage based on images and videos was challenging and typically required subscriptions; rising memory prices have also made the low-cost devices it relies on more expensive.

    Posted by @desvides · Original comment ↗

    “Simple digital signage without subscriptions. The goal was to help reduce some of the challenges with updating signage based on images and videos using low cost devices.”