Elo Launches I-Series 5 and Backpack 5 for Android with AI and Enhanced Performance
Elo, a global leader in interactive technology solutions, has unveiled its next-generation Android-based platforms: the I-Series 5 for Android, I-Series 5 Slate for Android, and the Backpack 5. These innovative solutions are designed to redefine performance, flexibility, and interaction across point-of-sale, self-service, and industrial use cases.
Marking the fifth generation of Elo’s trusted Android-powered platform, these new devices bring advanced capabilities to diverse environments—from kiosks and POS terminals to price checkers and industrial control systems. With cutting-edge technology at their core, the new I-Series and Backpack systems deliver unmatched responsiveness and scalability.
Built for Speed and Intelligence
The upgraded platform features Android 14 OS, powered by the Qualcomm® QCS6490 processor and Wi-Fi 6E support. These enhancements offer up to 2.5x faster CPU performance, 4x improved graphics, 10x enhanced AI throughput, and improved power efficiency. Businesses benefit from faster interactions, reduced latency, and broad application compatibility across sectors like retail, hospitality, and healthcare.
AI at the Edge with Elo.AI
As part of the Elo.AI initiative, the I-Series 5 platform integrates a powerful AI engine using the Hexagon™ 770 DSP. With 12 TOPS (trillion operations per second) of AI performance, the system supports real-time computer vision, facial recognition, voice interaction, and edge analytics—ideal for intelligent applications in customer service, security, and process automation.
Versatile Form Factors for Every Use Case
- I-Series 5: Available in 10", 15", and 22" sizes, these all-in-one touchscreen computers feature a 10-point PCAP display, 8MP webcam, optional PoE, and up to four Edge Connect ports for peripheral integration.
- I-Series 5 Slate: At just 20.1mm thin with a 15.6" HD display, the Slate combines sleek design with industrial durability—ideal for modern retail and hospitality spaces.
- Backpack 5: A standalone Android compute engine based on the I-Series 5 architecture, it allows businesses to deploy Android on Elo touchscreen monitors from 7" to 65", offering maximum flexibility in form and function.
Enterprise-Ready Tools and Ecosystem
All new products are supported by Elo EssentialEdge™—a suite of tools for secure app development, device management, and lifecycle support. Using EloView®, businesses can deploy and manage devices remotely, while OS 360 ensures ongoing security updates and system integrity.
The new I-Series models integrate seamlessly with the EloPOS Z10, Z20, and Z30 stands, offering cable-managed, clean installations that enhance the customer experience across any point-of-interaction scenario.
“With I-Series 5, I-Series 5 Slate, and Backpack 5, we’ve taken everything customers love about our commercial Android systems and supercharged it,” said Craig Witsoe, CEO of Elo. “These new solutions deliver next-level performance, built-in AI, and unmatched deployment flexibility.”
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