We are excited to announce the Yodeck API and our updates in screen content pushes and scheduling!
Plus, check out our new Word Clock app for a fresh way to display time. And don’t forget to check out our webinars happening in September for tips on maximizing Yodeck. We’re making Yodeck faster and simpler for you!

 

New Features

Yodeck API

We’re excited to introduce the Yodeck API! Automate tasks, integrate smoothly with other systems, and manage large deployments effortlessly. Stay ahead with real-time updates and custom solutions, all while keeping Yodeck at the cutting edge of technology.

Learn more »

Have a say in our API development!
We want to make sure our API meets your needs. Do you have ideas or specific requirements? Share them with us here.

Working Hours

Managing screen turn-off times has never been easier! Set universal working hours or customize them for individual screens, while also setting special schedules for holidays and vacations.

Try it now »

Word Clock App

Introducing our new Word Clock App! Display time in a unique and visually appealing way that adds a touch of style to your screens.

Try the app »

 
 

Enhancements

✔️ Date & time format user settings: Whether you prefer a 24-hour clock or the traditional 12-hour format or want to adjust the date format to match your region, our updated Date & Time User Settings offer complete flexibility. You can edit them in My Profile settings.

✔️ Time Apps Redesign: Our clocks are getting a fresh look! New visuals and functionalities in Date & Time, Analog Clock, World Clock, and Counter Up/Down apps are waiting for you to explore and elevate your content creation capabilities.

✔️ Power BI apps & improvements: The Yodeck Power BI App now supports native Power BI apps. Similar to reports and dashboards, just copy the URL and paste it into the Power BI App—no additional steps are required! We've also optimized Power BI app instances for automatic sign-in if created with the same Microsoft account, eliminating the need to log in each time the security token expires.

 
 

Webinars

Check out our webinars, and don’t miss these opportunities to learn and grow!

Yodeck Playlists in Action: Top Tips & Hints

Presented by our Yodeck experts
📅 Date: September 26, 2024

This is your chance to better understand and utilize your digital signage playlists through strategies and expert advice.

Register Now: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/8117265611550/WN_o_MR66B-TuaCiaA1QXikdw

 

Masterclass in Intelligent Communications for the Modern Campus

Facilitated by Inside Higher Ed

Our recent Masterclass was a huge success! Watch the full session on-demand and discover the latest in campus communications.

Watch on-demand: https://www.insidehighered.com/events/vendor-webcast/masterclass-intelligent-communications-modern-campus

The Olympic Games 2024 are here, and the excitement is real! 🏆 Bring the thrill right on your screens with our specially designed apps & layouts. Also, explore our new Monday.com app alongside other updates.

There’s so much to celebrate - let’s dive in!

Paris Games News App 📰

Stay on top of all the action with our Paris Games News app. Choose from a list of RSS feeds from top news sources such as ESPN, BBC, CNN, The Guardian, and HuffPost to display the latest news about the Olympics on your screens.

Try it now »

Paris Games Medals App 🥇

Keep your audience informed with real-time updates on the medal tally. Our Paris Games Medals app will display the current standings, ensuring everyone is up-to-date with the results.

Try it now »

Olympic-themed Layouts ✨

Bring the Olympic “flame” to your digital signs with our ready-made templates. Choose from stunning designs to celebrate the spirit of the Games in your space.

Discover templates »

Monday.com App

Say hello to the new Monday.com app on Yodeck! Now, smoothly share your project’s progress and updates across your teams directly from your Monday boards, making office communications smoother and more efficient than ever!

Try it now »

Enhancements

✔️ Canva app - slideshows & presentations: Our Canva app now supports slideshows and presentations. Create your slideshow in Canva, and embed it directly into Yodeck.

✔️ Set playlists & schedules to screens: Update your screens' content using the new "Set to Screen" shortcut. Simply select your playlist or schedule and assign them to any combination of your screens without going through the Screens section.

✔️ Deprovision users using SCIM: With SCIM, you can seamlessly deactivate user accounts when they leave your organization, keeping your system tidy and secure. This automated process saves time and reduces the risk of unauthorized access. Set up SCIM under SSO Advanced Settings in your Account's Settings.

✔️ Register new screens in seconds: Adding and registering new Yodeck screens is now simpler. Enter the registration code, select and preview the content, and your screen will be up and running.

Did you know?

Custom RSS App
With our Custom RSS feature, you can display any RSS feed to keep your digital signage content fresh and engaging. Tailor the feed to match your brand and audience, ensuring your screens are always relevant and up-to-date.

Try it now »

🥁 Exciting news! 🥁

Explore creative design possibilities with Canva Export via Yodeck and enhance employee engagement with Team Celebrations. Plus, there's so much more!

Canva Export App

Effortlessly export your designs with the Yodeck App in Canva and smoothly import content for your digital signs. Amplify your design experience for stunning results!

Try it now

Team Celebrations App

Display birthdays, anniversaries, and welcome messages on your screens! Simply download & edit the CSV template, choose your theme, and include the information you want.

Try it now

Enhancements

✔️ Yodeck for Tizen and Yodeck for Windows are out of Beta: We are excited to announce that Yodeck for Tizen and Yodeck for Windows are finally out of beta! With our latest updates for both player types, managing your devices is now smoother than ever.

✔️Add media / apps to playlist(s) pt.2: Assign your media or apps directly to a playlist, while uploading or editing them. When you are done, select the “Save and Add to Playlist” button and you are good to go.

✔️Calendar Events Feed App: Event names will now auto-fit on event cards, allowing you to see the full meeting title at a glance.

Did you know?

Birthday Notification App - Yodeck's Birthday Νotification Αpp ensures you never miss a chance to celebrate with your team. Customize and personalize birthday wishes with just few clicks. Check it out

Canva App - With the Canva app, you can embed your designs instantly via pasting the Smart embed link into the app configuration page—no uploads or downloads are required. Check it out

We are glad to introduce the Interactive Playlist, a powerful new feature to enhance interactivity in your digital signs! Also, you can now take advantage of the latest addition to the Microsoft Suite lineup — the Microsoft Viva Engage app.

Interactive Playlist

Create dynamic playlists and interact with your content in real-time with Interactive Playlists, available now in the Premium plan. From reading dashboards or manuals to making presentations, navigate through content easily at your own pace, and play and pause multimedia, enhancing engagement and impact.

Try it now

Microsoft Viva Engage App

Display posts optimized for digital signs directly from your Communities with the newly launched Microsoft Viva Engage app. Included in the Premium plan, it joins Teams Channels, Power BI, and SharePoint News apps to effortlessly boost connectivity in your communications!

Check it out

Enhancements

✔️ Add Media / Apps to Playlist(s): Add any media or apps directly to your playlists with just a click! Select the media or apps you want and just hit the “Add to Playlist” button.

✔️ Layout Editor - Replace with Any Item: Easily swap any element in your layout editor - media, apps, or playlists. Replace images with videos and apps with playlists, or use any asset as a placeholder for effortless customization by your team!

✔️ QR code in RSS and News Apps: Add a QR code to your RSS or News Apps, allowing your audience to scan it and read the whole post.

Did You Know?

Using the Interactive Kiosk app allows you to connect with your audience like never before, with interactive content that transforms your displays into engaging touchpoints.

Try it

Yodeck is enhancing its Microsoft suite with the MS Teams Channel App, complementing Power BI, SharePoint News, and Outlook Calendar! Additionally, you can now create Lockable Layouts to ensure your layout designs remain stylish during updates or display interactive websites without external keyboard using the Raspberry Pi Virtual Keyboard.

Microsoft Teams Channel App

Elevate how you share company news with the Teams channel app exclusively to our Premium Pricing Plan. Create & convert posts into optimized content within Microsoft Teams, boosting internal communications.

Try it now

Lockable Layouts

Empower your team with Lockable Layouts exclusive to our Premium Pricing Plan. Ensure design integrity with full and semi-locking features, allowing flexibility and consistency. Admins have exclusive controls for added customization. It is ideal for teams managing dynamic content updates without compromising design aesthetics.

Try it now

Raspeberry Pi Virtual Keyboard

Enhance your touchscreen experience with the Raspberry Pi Virtual Keyboard, revolutionizing interactive solutions effortlessly. Integrate with the Interactive Kiosk App to create engaging customer experiences, putting interactive solutions at your fingertips. With easy customization and control, setting up your virtual keyboard is a breeze!

Learn more

Enhancements

✔️ Time & Date App: A new option to fully customize the Time & Date format to your needs, setting the exact format plus any text before or after.

✔️ Counter up/down App: New format options to display only the time units you want (days, hours, minutes, seconds).

Sharepoint News App

Easily display your Sharepoint news on screen with the Sharepoint News App! This integration keeps your team informed with the latest updates. Boost your communication strategy today.

Try it out

Yodeck Android Player (Play Store)

The Yodeck Android Player runs smoothly on Android TVs, with broad compatibility and easy accessibility via the Google Play Store. Simplifying digital signage management enhances your experience effortlessly.

Go to Play Store

Enhancements

✔️ Search in Templates: We made it easier for all users to find the templates they want by adding a search functionality with auto-suggest for all available tags.

✔️ Support 4K for BrightSign: Register your 4K BrightSign player and select resolutions higher than full HD. Yodeck automatically detects when a BrightSign player supports 4K, and the relevant options appear in Monitor > Monitor Form > Sound/Display.
Note: Choosing the proper resolution for the screen connected to your BrightSign player is important.

✔️ Invite Users: Invite users in Yodeck by sending them an invitation to sign up and join your Yodeck Account.

✔️ Monitor Listing Re-order: We improved the customization of your monitor listing so that you can now re-order the listing columns, making monitoring what's essential for you easy. Additionally, you can now see the workspace to which the monitor belongs.

Sharepoint App

Empower connection and collaboration with our SharePoint App exclusively for RPi, allowing seamless content sharing. This integration creates a dynamic platform for real-time updates and interactive engagement.

Try it out

OneDrive Playlist

Seamlessly manage digital signage content directly from the Business OneDrive folder to your playlist. Set up your folder once, add media/files, and then do the whole content management and engage your audience effortlessly.

Create an OneDrive Playlist

Android Player (Play Store)

Yodeck's first Native Android Media Player App on the Google Play Store is a major milestone. Enjoy a simplified setup with easy download and installation. Elevate your content with scripting on webpages, creating dynamic displays.

Download it

 

Enhancements

✔️ For FireOS devices that support 4K, Yodeck for FireOS now supports 4K videos.

✔️ The LinkedIn App now displays posts with videos. Your company news in a much more interactive way.

 

Did You Know? - Emergency Alerts

Manual broadcasting & CAP Alerts: Warn people instantly about risks to health, life, property, or the environment. Yodeck supports manual broadcasting and CAP-enabled emergency notification systems like Alertus, Informacast, Punchalert, and more.

National Weather Alerts (only for US): Keep your audience informed of local weather warnings, ensuring timely updates for customers, students, employees, and visitors. Tailor alerts to your region, saving time and aiding proactive emergency planning.

Read more