Wireless presentation tools are popular in business settings to make meetings quicker and more engaging. They have an even more significant impact on education, allowing teachers to step away from the interactive flat panel or display and giving students more opportunities to interact. Even simple systems can significantly improve lesson efficiency, so more schools and universities are using them. A common problem is that screens often go unused when no one is presenting, missing a chance for engagement. Rise Vision addresses this with a fully device-agnostic web player that keeps digital signage and alerts visible even when presentations aren’t active.
Why Schools Should Prioritize Screen Sharing
Screen sharing is more than just a tool for presentations—it's a way to increase engagement and participation in the classroom. Teachers can easily share lessons from their devices while encouraging students to contribute their own content. This creates a more interactive learning environment, keeping students involved and focused.
For a deeper understanding of the importance of screen sharing in education, watch this video that explains why schools should prioritize this technology:
Additionally, check out Rise Vision’s on-demand session, All About Screen Sharing, which explores how screen sharing improves collaboration and interaction in educational settings. The video provides practical examples of how this technology benefits teachers and students and shows its positive impact on modern classrooms.
1. Rise Vision Screen Sharing
Rise Vision’s screen-sharing feature offers a simple, secure, cost-effective solution for business meetings, remote work, online education, and technical support. With cross-platform compatibility, users can share their screen wirelessly from any device, whether a laptop, desktop or mobile phone, without needing additional apps or hardware. Its intuitive interface and centralized control ensure smooth presentations, remote collaboration, and real-time user interaction.
Rise Vision’s robust security features, such as pin code connect and moderator mode, guarantee that screen sharing is safe and organized. Whether rejuvenating old displays or managing devices remotely, Rise Vision provides an affordable and efficient way to enhance communication and collaboration in any setting.
Key Features:
- There is no need for proprietary hardware, dongles, or apps. Rise Vision is OS-agnostic, supporting sharing from any device (laptops, desktops, tablets, and mobile devices).
- You can share content directly from your browser without installing additional software. Native sharing is also supported for Android and iOS apps.
- Moderators can control who gets to present during meetings, ensuring smooth and orderly screen-sharing sessions.
Pricing: Available in the Enterprise or Unlimited subscription tiers.
2. Airtame
Airtame is a wireless presentation device favored by businesses and educational institutions. It connects to screens or projectors and lets users share their content wirelessly from any device. Airtame is easy to manage remotely, making it ideal for IT teams that want centralized control over multiple devices across a network.
With Airtame, users can seamlessly integrate various content into their presentations. In between presentations, Airtame switches to digital signage mode, displaying dynamic content to keep the screens informative and engaging. This ensures a smooth transition and continuous display of relevant information.
Key Features:
- Device-agnostic screen sharing via Airtame app, Miracast, Google Cast, and Airplay.
- Support for touchback functionality via Miracast on Windows and Android devices.
- We have centralized remote management for easy IT control.
Pricing: Airtame 2 costs $399, with additional Airtame Cloud licenses available for enhanced features.
3. AirSquirrels / Ditto
AirSquirrels offers Ditto, a screen-mirroring tool that supports multiple platforms and is designed to simplify the presentation process. It’s a versatile tool but does not support third-party players, such as Rise Vision, limiting its functionality for digital signage purposes.
Key Features:
- Cross-platform screen mirroring from any device.
- Single-app screen mirroring for more focused presentations.
Pricing: Ditto is priced at $150 per receiver per year.
4. Mersive Solstice
Solstice is a collaboration tool that excels in both remote and in-person meetings. It supports multiple content-sharing platforms and integrates with video conferencing tools, making it ideal for large organizations. Solstice also supports digital signage, and through its partnership with Rise Vision, users can display dynamic content between presentations.
Key Features:
- Device-agnostic content sharing via the Solstice app or significant streaming platforms.
- Easy integration with Rise Vision for digital signage.
Pricing: Custom pricing through the sales team.
5. ScreenBeam
ScreenBeam stands out for its app-free, contactless wireless presentation system. It integrates easily with existing meeting spaces and supports various devices without additional software. When paired with Rise Vision’s web player, ScreenBeam can display real-time signage, ensuring screens are never left blank.
Key Features:
- No apps or dongles are required for screen sharing.
- Native support for screen mirroring from any device.
Pricing: Custom pricing is available through ScreenBeam’s sales team.
6. ViewSonic
ViewSonic offers a range of visual presentation tools, including wireless devices like the ViewSync receiver. With Rise Vision’s web player integration, users can easily switch from presentations to digital signage, ensuring screens are consistently utilized for engaging content.
Key Features:
- Wireless connectivity from multiple devices.
- Annotation and control features during presentations.
Pricing: ViewSync 3 receiver costs $299.99.
7. Barco WePresent
WePresent is an app-based presentation tool designed for BYOD environments. It allows multiple users to share content on a single screen and is optimized for classroom and business settings. Unfortunately, it does not support third-party players like Rise Vision.
Key Features:
- Support for multiple devices and app mirroring.
- Interactive features like polling and quizzes.
Pricing: Custom pricing is available through Barco’s sales team.
8. WolfVision
WolfVision provides advanced wireless presentation tools that integrate seamlessly into business and education settings. While it offers comprehensive collaboration features, it does not natively support digital signage players like Rise Vision.
Key Features:
- Powerful multi-source presentation tools.
- App-free and dongle-free sharing options.
Pricing: Custom pricing is available through WolfVision’s sales team.
9. Startech WIFI2HDVGA
Startech offers a simple, no-fuss solution for wireless presentations. While it’s effective for sharing content from Windows and Mac devices, it lacks the digital signage functionality that solutions like Rise Vision provide.
Key Features:
- Lightweight, easy-to-use screen sharing.
- No app is required for screen mirroring.
Pricing: $185.99 per unit.
Rise Vision: The Top Solution for Seamless Screen-Sharing and Digital Signage
Several screen-sharing tools offer great functionality, but Rise Vision stands out as the top solution for its seamless integration with digital signage, including its compatibility with devices like the Amazon Signage Stick. Its ability to keep screens active and informative when no presentations occur makes it an essential tool for educational institutions and businesses looking to maximize screen usage.
For those on a budget, Rise Vision's free digital signage solutions provide an excellent way to get started without compromising on quality or features.
