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How Can iOS Application Development Services Future-Proof Your Business App?

Catelyn Christine 2 days ago 0

Every business app today needs to evolve fast—and that’s exactly what modern iOS application development services deliver. With Apple’s consistent updates and new tech like Vision Pro and SwiftUI, apps need constant optimization to stay relevant. Professional services cover performance upgrades, feature additions, and UI redesigns to match Apple’s latest standards. The result? A smoother, safer, and more engaging app experience that keeps users coming back. Do you think regular updates or brand-new app versions matter more for keeping users hooked?

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Why Should Your Healthcare System Consider Custom Healthcare Software Development?

Mathew Dave 1 week ago 0

Off-the-shelf software rarely fits the unique needs of healthcare providers. That’s where custom healthcare software development comes in. It allows hospitals, labs, and telemedicine platforms to design workflows, patient tracking, reporting, and communication features exactly the way they need.

Custom solutions mean better integration with existing systems, fewer workarounds, and a higher chance of improving efficiency. Plus, you can incorporate features like AI diagnostics, remote monitoring, or predictive analytics that off-the-shelf solutions may not support. The result? A system that evolves with your healthcare organization rather than forcing you to adapt to generic software.

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Can SCM Software Development Drive the Next Era of Smart Logistics?

Rebecca Butcher 1 week ago 0

SCM Software Development (Supply Chain Management) is now at the center of digital transformation. Developers are using cloud tech, AI, and IoT to connect every piece of the logistics chain—from raw materials to the end customer. The result? Smart, self-regulating systems that learn, adapt, and optimize performance in real time. Whether it’s tracking shipments across borders or predicting supplier risks, modern SCM Software Development is redefining what efficiency means. Businesses that invest in intelligent SCM solutions gain a massive edge in reliability, visibility, and sustainability. So, will your next big business move be powered by smarter supply chain tech?

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Why Are Businesses Turning to a Cryptocurrency Wallet Development Company?

Rebecca Butcher 1 week ago 0

A reliable cryptocurrency wallet development company can create tailored solutions for exchanges, startups, or NFT platforms. From cold storage integration to DeFi APIs, the customization options are endless. Would you build your own wallet or go white-label?

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Hi-DPI/Retina ads?

ShorthornAdam 9 years ago in BLOX CMS updated by Lindsey Johnson 2 weeks ago 0

I am curious if anything's in the works for high-resolution ads. Our site looks great on Retina Macs and hi-DPI phones and tablets but the masthead logo and the ads look fuzzy since they are still at 72 ppi. Maybe have the ability to upload something proportionally larger (2-3x) in the same spots (like a 900x750 would be allowed in a 300x250 spot and smashed to fit)?

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USA IPTV – The Future of Streaming in America 2025

USA IPTV 4 weeks ago in BLOX CMS 0

When it comes to entertainment in 2025, USA IPTV is proving to be the future of streaming in America. More people are cutting the cord and turning to IPTV because it offers thousands of live TV channels, sports, movies, and international content at a fraction of the cost of cable. With faster internet speeds and 4K-ready devices, the viewing experience is smoother than ever. IPTV also gives viewers the flexibility to watch on Firestick, Android, iOS, or Smart TVs, making it one of the most convenient streaming solutions today. For anyone looking for variety, affordability, and reliability, IPTV is clearly setting the standard for the future of TV in the USA.

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Why do photos export as bpm files?

arhoad@lnpnews com 2 months ago in BLOX Total CMS updated by David D. 2 months ago 2

Hello, it's currently VERY tedious to save high-res versions of photos out of Blox. There is an export option on each file when you right click, but the file downloads as a bpm file, which isn't readable by photo editing programs. Is there any way to export photos as usable photo files? Jpg? Png? This seems pointless to offer an export option for something that can't be used. Is there a setting somewhere that can be changed internally to allow a downloadable, usable photo format?

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Accidentally deleted the response.

In Legacy Blox (the blue UI) there is currently not a way to do this. When you download an asset you get the full asset with all meta-data (headline, caption, tags, etc), which is a "bpm" file. To get the image itself, you need to open the preview of the image then right-click and save as. The format you will get will depend on your browser. Most modern browsers will request a webp from us. You can convert that with photoshop to another format if needed.

In NXT there is a download button, and there is a feature request to add this same functionality into Legacy UI as well, with a default of JPG format.

Thanks,

Joe Hansen
Director of Solutions Support

Blox Digital

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Roadmap for vertical video

bob rose 2 months ago in BLOX CMS updated by Joe Hansen (Product manager) 2 months ago 1

Are there plans for Field59 or Blox to have more integration of vertical video?

The first request would be to accept vertical video and perhaps show it letterboxed in current horizontal formats. 

Second request would be to present verticals in video format, especially on moblie and native apps. 

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Bob, we are currently in process adding support for both BloxVMS and Blox to support vertical video, as well as providing support for VAST programmatic for vertical. We're about 75% of the way through the work.

Joe Hansen
Director of Solutions Support

Blox Digital

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Data Insights dashboard needs some settings for unattended access.

Jeff Sebestyen 2 months ago 0

Data Insights can't go overnight without crashing with a 504 Message.   But if I force the page to automatically refresh every morning for a TV in the Editorial Department, it resets the website we are tracking, and it leaves full screen.  

I would like some sort of Kiosk mode, or URL Parameters such as www.dashboard.trending.live&tdtnews.com&fullscreen.


I really want the Editorial department to see the data we are paying for, but not if someone has to manipulate the screen every morning.  I'll have to continue to use Google Looker Studio for a set it and forget it solution.   

Also, perhaps the Date Range drop down could include a Yesterday preset.

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Reflow "feature" is wrecking our pages

Evan Jones 3 months ago in BLOX Total CMS 0

We have an ongoing problem with the reflow feature while on deadline. Our editor is using InCopy to edit stories that are attached to the pages, but if I add any components to a story package that Blox didn't originally put onto the page (i.e. a new photo with a caption), the Reflow dialog will pop up and it will it will wipe out the caption and insert the story's text instead. Is there a way to prevent this from happening? We've learned that sometimes we just have to release the assets rather than allow this to happen.

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Auto-Tag Keywords needs a setting to set number of keywords to add.

Jeff Sebestyen 3 months ago in BLOX CMS 0

While this setting seems kinda neat, I have seen it add up to 30 keywords to articles, I think a setting would be appropriate and easy to add.  

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YouTube Shorts

WacoTrib com staff 4 months ago in BLOX CMS updated by David D. 4 months ago 1

Can we fix the video asset type so that it will accommodate YouTube Shorts?


An "Unable to find video information" error is what happening now when you try to enter a Shorts URL.

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Bluesky and/ Instagram in Notifier?

Brad Boner 11 months ago in BLOX CMS updated by Braxton 5 months ago 2

Is there any development or plans to incorporate the Bluesky or Instagram social platform into the Notifier tab?