Senza Cloud Connector

Cloud Connector

The Cloud Connector turns any screen into the smartest, most capable display you’ve ever seen with limitless possibilities and an experience that improves over time.

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The Cloud Connector is a proprietary design that eliminates the common limitations of today’s devices and opens up new business opportunities. Combined with the Synamedia Senza platform, the Cloud Connector delivers dynamic experiences, to any screen, that improve over time. Everything, including the user interface, is delivered as a video stream enabling low user acquisition costs and new operational models, unlocking new audiences.

Specifications

Operating System

Embedded Linux

Size & Weight

55mm x 55mm x 12mm,  32g

Power

0.5W Max (Type C USB)

Wi-Fi

IEEE 802.11 ac 5GHz, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz

DRM

Widevine CENC

Lifespan

10+ years

HDMI

1.4 with HDCP

Video Codecs

H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC, MPEG-2 MP/HL

Audio Codecs

Standard MPI/II, MP3, AAC, HE-AAC, Channel Single/Mono/Stereo/Joint Stereo

Cloud Connector FAQ

Senza is different to every platform and device you're used to. The Cloud Connector doesn't run any apps directly on the device. With Senza, your app runs in a browser in the cloud, with the interface streamed to the Cloud Connector as a low latency video stream. This approach - which no longer relies on the device's hardware capabilities to render the user interface - opens up the limitless freedom and processing power of the cloud.

Yes. The device has been designed to run on the 500mA power provided by typical TV USB sockets.

Yes, we plan to allow operators, device manufacturers, and content owners to integrate our software and hardware designs into their products. In 2025 we will announce a programme which will make these designs available under a free license.

The reference design is designed to operate for 10 years.

Initial setup and configuration - like connecting to the preferred Wi-Fi network - is all handled using an Android or iOS app and takes a minute or two.

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Senza for Developers

Developers can start unlocking the full potential of Senza today with our comprehensive developer toolkit that includes sample code, APIs, documentation, and Cloud Connectors so you can start streaming your apps and experiences straight away. Experience what Senza can do for you. Quickly migrate your existing HTML app and start building smarter applications now!

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How Senza works

Learn how Senza changes the rules for video delivery

Synamedia Senza transforms content delivery to any screen, shifting all graphics processing to the cloud and delivering it to a compact Cloud Connector and any HDMI-enabled screen. This new, disruptive approach unlocks new experiences and operating models. It’s time to re-imagine the way multiple industries deliver content in the home, hospitality, healthcare, bars, restaurants and more.