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Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) is showcasing the latest technological advances with Guestroom 20x, a model guestroom that makes appearances at different trade shows. According to an article in the Vancouver Sun, high-tech innovations abound in the model guestroom. "Beds of the future" would be without mattresses and instead feature a series of rods and plastic domes that adjust to the individual's body. Landlines have disappeared altogether, prompting guests to rely on their cell phones not only for phone calls, but also as a keycard to enter the room. A system alerts room service staff when a tray is ready for pickup. The room also features artwork that can adjust to a guest's mood, along with alarm clocks with wheels that discourage snoozing. (According to Frank Wolfe, CEO of HFTP, the clocks—first featured three years ago—now retail in 45 countries.)
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Hotels' High-Tech Future
May 26, 2009Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) is showcasing the latest technological advances with Guestroom 20x, a model guestroom that makes appearances at different trade shows. According to an article in the Vancouver Sun, high-tech innovations abound in the model guestroom. "Beds of the future" would be without mattresses and instead feature a series of rods and plastic domes that adjust to the individual's body. Landlines have disappeared altogether, prompting guests to rely on their cell phones not only for phone calls, but also as a keycard to enter the room. A system alerts room service staff when a tray is ready for pickup. The room also features artwork that can adjust to a guest's mood, along with alarm clocks with wheels that discourage snoozing. (According to Frank Wolfe, CEO of HFTP, the clocks—first featured three years ago—now retail in 45 countries.)
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