In 2026, emerging markets are fueling the next wave of touchscreen adoption. In Southeast Asia, retail chains like Lotus’s and Giant are deploying 10,000+ self-checkout terminals with touch interfaces, reducing checkout wait times by 35%. In the Middle East, government services are digitized via touchscreen kiosks for passport renewal and utility bill payments, with Dubai’s RTA reporting a 42% reduction in in-person visits. Key challenges include low digital literacy in rural areas and infrastructure gaps (e.g., unreliable power). Vendors like Zytronic are offering ruggedized touch panels with sunlight readability and dust resistance, tailored to harsh regional conditions. By 2029, emerging markets will account for 38% of global touchscreen shipments, surpassing mature markets in growth rate.
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