Latest news with #JakeBenner
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Anacove Smart Hotel Devices Integrate with LG Pro:Centric® Hotel TV Platform at HITEC 2025
AI-Driven Thermostats, Leak Detection, Safety Alerts, and Asset Trackers Make the In-Room LG Hotel TV an Operational Powerhouse for Hoteliers SAN DIEGO, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The in-room TV is no longer just about entertainment. Thanks to a new collaboration between Anacove and LG Electronics, the TV is now a mission-critical component of hotel operations. At HITEC 2025, Anacove is showcasing its full suite of AI-enabled energy and operations management devices running natively on the LG Pro:Centric® hotel TV platform — potentially turning thousands of LG hotel TVs into powerful, data-driven hubs for energy savings, water leak detection, safety alerts, and real-time asset tracking. The integration is being demonstrated at LG Booth #3805 in the Indiana Convention Center. "This is a gamechanger for the hospitality industry," said Ian Lerner, CEO of Anacove. "With the integration of Anacove IoT devices onto the LG Pro:Centric platform, the in-room LG hotel TV becomes more than a screen — it becomes an intelligence node that helps hoteliers to significantly improve the efficiency of their hotel operations in ways that were never possible before without adding expensive, standalone hardware." According to Jake Benner, Senior Director of Hospitality at LG Electronics, "The LG Pro:Centric platform has redefined the role of the hotel TV. It's a platform for entertainment and for delivering integrated services that reduce operating costs, simplify installations, and increase staff effectiveness. Anacove's IoT tools show exactly what's possible when you bring operational intelligence directly into the guest room — without adding a single extra device." The LG Pro:Centric platform is designed to support a wide range of best-in-class third-party services — like Anacove — running directly on the TV interface. Once approved by LG, these services operate independently but harmoniously, unlocking new opportunities for cost savings, guest engagement, and streamlined operations. Anacove's integrations include: Smart Thermostats that go far beyond basic climate control. These devices use advanced sensors and AI to monitor temperature, humidity, air quality, light, barometric pressure, and occupancy — including pets or sleeping guests. Connected via existing Wi-Fi and fully integrated with HVAC systems, they optimize energy use based on each room's unique thermal behavior. Toilet Leak Detectors that combine hardware sensors with AI analytics to detect and diagnose leaks early — minimizing water waste, avoiding expensive repairs, and preventing guest disruption. Asset Trackers that use location tagging and AI to monitor rollaway beds, cribs, luggage carts, and housekeeping equipment. The system streamlines item retrieval and reduces loss, improving both service speed and resource management. Staff Safety Devices that provide wearable emergency alert capabilities for housekeeping and maintenance personnel. All devices are connected to Anacove's AI-powered cloud system, which treats the hotel as a unified ecosystem — delivering automated reports and actionable insights that show clear ROI and support smarter operations. About Anacove Founded in 2020 and based in San Diego, Anacove is a leading provider of patented, AI-enabled IoT solutions purpose-built for the hospitality industry. Its suite of smart thermostats, toilet leak detectors, asset tracking tools, and safety alert systems help hotels cut costs across energy, water, and labor — together representing more than $2 billion in annual expenses for U.S. hotels. For more information, visit Media ContactBob GriffinGriffin360396712@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Anacove Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
HOTstream Cast Embedded integrates with LG Smart TVs
Guest-facing solution provider MCOMS, in collaboration with Google and LG, has integrated its HOTstream Cast Embedded platform with the latest LG Smart Hotel TVs, featuring built-in Google Cast capabilities. This partnership signifies a leap forward in in-room entertainment, allowing guests to stream content from their devices directly to the TV without the need for external hardware. The integrated solution will be showcased at HITEC 2025, where attendees can witness firsthand the HOTstream Cast Embedded platform's impact on the guest experience. Guests can start streaming their preferred content almost instantaneously by scanning a QR code on their LG Hotel TV. This feature is designed to provide a seamless and hassle-free experience for users. LG Electronics USA hospitality senior director Jake Benner said: 'LG is pleased to support this exciting collaboration with Google and MCOMS. Our commitment to innovation in hospitality is further strengthened by offering secure, embedded casting in our hotel TVs, helping hotel operators modernise while enhancing the guest experience." According to MCOMS, HOTstream Cast Embedded is among the first casting platforms to be fully certified and integrated directly into LG Smart Hotel TVs in the hospitality industry. It offers managed device access, enables hotel staff monitoring, and uses MCOMS's patented media casting technology to safeguard guest privacy. The solution provider has designed the platform to support dual deployment, enabling hotels to upgrade older TV models to the latest LG TVs with integrated casting. This approach offers investment protection and maintains high levels of guest satisfaction throughout the transition. MCOMS CEO Costas Sakellariou said: 'Our collaboration with LG and Google underscores our commitment to delivering futureproof solutions, empowering hotels to meet modern guest expectations. "MCOMS's embedded casting solution will increase guest satisfaction and enhance operational efficiency, all without sacrificing security or privacy." "HOTstream Cast Embedded integrates with LG Smart TVs" was originally created and published by Hotel Management Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
