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ESL display technologies compared: Which solution fits which retail use case?

20/05/2026

A comparison of E-Ink and LCD systems highlights which ESL display technologies are best suited for various retail applications, such as digital price labeling in store chains, retail media, or interactive shelf communication.
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Graphic LCD ESLs: bridging digital shelf labels and interactive shelf-edge displays

19/05/2026

Graphic LCD ESLs bring moving images and interactivity to the shelf, bridging the gap between ESL and digital signage. This article explains the technology, potential applications, and differences from E-Ink ESLs.
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Close-up of a green monochrome LCD module with the words “LCD DISPLAY” on the screen.

Monochrome LCDs in retail: When simple display technology actually makes sense

13/05/2026

Monochrome LCDs are ideal for displaying simple content in retail and hospitality settings in a cost-effective and easy-to-read manner. Learn more about the benefits, energy consumption, and use cases of this display technology.
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Several self-service ordering kiosks with touchscreens at a trade show booth; trade show visitors walking by in the background

Self-ordering kiosks drive efficiency, service quality, and revenue

12/05/2026

From a tool for chain restaurants to an integral part of modern store concepts: self-ordering kiosks perform a variety of tasks. This article explains why self-ordering kiosks are gaining importance and what technological developments are driving this trend.
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Two men are looking at the product selection on an interactive self-service kiosk in a retail store, with one of them pointing at the touchscreen.

Self-service kiosks: a decision guide for selection and use in retail and food service

07/05/2026

Self-service kiosks help retailers and restaurant owners reduce wait times and boost upselling. Use these ten key criteria to choose the right kiosk solution for your business.
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Two people are looking at an exhibition wall displaying various digital E-Ink price tags at EuroCIS

E-ink ESL in retail: technology, applications, and advantages

27/04/2026

Especially in situations where energy efficiency, readability, and low-maintenance operation are critical, E-Ink is now considered the standard solution for digital shelf labeling.
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A row of colorful shampoo bottles in yellow, orange, and green on a retail shelf, with digital price tags underneath showing product names and prices.

ESL in retail: more than digital price tags

03/02/2026

Electronic Shelf Labels are the visible tip of a complex system. What retailers need to know about integration, price governance, and operations.
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Digital storefront with transparent LED displays showcasing futuristic products such as drones, smart glasses, and e-scooters; Image: AI-generated with Nana Banana

Utilizing digital shop windows and holograms for brand presentation in retail

07/11/2025

Static shop windows are increasingly giving way to dynamic, interactive, and immersive technologies. This combination of the physical and digital worlds enhances the shopping experience and attracts attention.
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A digital mirror displays virtual clothing on a model, while a person in the foreground holds a yellow blouse; Copyright: Messe Düsseldorf/A. Wiese

Smart mirrors in retail

23/07/2025

What was once a mere gimmick is now high-tech with a clear goal: to optimize the shopping experience, increase sales, and delight customers.
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A person scans the price tag of mozzarella products on a supermarket shelf with a smartphone; Copyright: SPAR/Neumayr/Christian Leopold

The rise of electronic shelf labels in retail

06/09/2024

Electronic shelf labels (ESLs) offer more efficient and dynamic management of prices and product information. With the growing demand for automation, the ESL market is expanding and many retailers are trialling digital solutions.
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Cutting-edge retail trends at In-store Asia 2024

22/05/2024

Like no other trade fair in the Asia-Pacific region, In-store Asia offers a comprehensive range of retail solutions and trend-oriented insights: from June 13 to 15, 2024 in Mumbai.
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The "Concept Store" at ProWein 2024 showcases innovations for the wine trade

04/03/2024

A "concept store" will be on display at the ProWein 2024 wine and spirits trade fair. Suppliers will show ways in which product presentation and the sales process in the wine trade can be improved.
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The facade of H&M SoHo location; Copyright: H&M

H&M unveils its new SoHo location

13/02/2024

H&M announced it has opened a new brand destination in New York City's iconic SoHo neighborhood where customers benefit from mobile checkout and smart mirrors in fitting rooms.
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A big LED screen in a PUMA store; copyright: Esprit Digital

Esprit Digital's "LUMOS" technology illuminates PUMA Singapore's award-winning retail flagship

14/03/2023

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Interactive screen in the window of the BOSS store in London; Copyright: HUGO BOSS

Hugo Boss: Reinventing and Revamping the Brand Experience

29/06/2022

In the new BOSS flagship store from HUGO BOSS on London's Oxford Street, the shopping experience begins before customers even enter the store. The company wants to take shopping to the next level.
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Electronic shelf labels on a shelf; Copyright: Delfi Technologies

ESL: technology replaces paper

18/05/2022

Paper labels were the standard in retail for a long time. However, they are now gradually being replaced by electronic shelf labels.
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A man in a shopping mall points a finger, the movement is recorded by a virtual matrix; Copyright: Ameria AG

Touchless interaction for retail displays

12/01/2022

Touchless operation of displays - this sounds a bit like science fiction, but users can already try it out at some points of sale.
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Hybrid showroom by s.Oliver; Copyright: s.Oliver

Hybrid showroom: the best of both worlds?

01/09/2021

Some say shopping online is easy and convenient – just a few digital clicks and your purchase is complete. Others love to come to a physical store because they crave the tactile experience of shopping. They want to inspect, touch, and feel the products before they buy them.
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