Introducing the new Studio

At Startle, we’re constantly improving our technology to deliver better, more intuitive experiences. Our latest release of Studio platform update introduces a redesigned interface, enhanced usability and speed, and new features that give users greater control across music, signage, and scheduling. These changes are just the start of even more features coming in the pipeline.

This overhaul reflects our ongoing commitment to building a platform that evolves alongside the brands that rely on it to create the best customer experiences and manage consistency across their entire retail or hospitality estate, whilst having the ability to give site managers individual control.

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A redesigned interface built for usability.

Studio has been completely reimagined with a cleaner, more consistent interface designed to improve usability. Navigation is simpler, key tools are easier to find, and the overall layout helps users complete tasks more efficiently.

The updated dashboard now focuses on the active site being managed, providing quick access to available apps, such as music, digital signage and Rock and Roll Bingo. It also displays more relevant information, including “Now Playing” for both music and digital signage. That means users can now see what their digital signage screens are showing at that moment, a feature that has only existed for music until this point.

For organisations managing multiple locations, the site selector has been moved to the top of the main navigation. This allows users to switch between sites instantly, from anywhere within the platform.

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Advanced scheduling with more flexibility.

Scheduling is central to how many users interact with Studio, which is why this update introduces multiple schedules - one of the most requested features.

Users can now create different schedules for different periods throughout the year, complete with start and end dates. This makes it easy to plan seasonal changes or temporary events without disrupting your existing schedule.

Rock and Roll Bingo customers will now be delighted to hear that the app has had a complete overhaul, making it easier than ever to schedule events while giving you even more flexibility. They can now create a whole night of entertainment, with multiple games per event, scheduled weekly.

And that’s not all - Ultimate DJ now runs on its own schedule. Users can now create UDJ sets, made up of multiple curated categories including warm ups and cool downs, and schedule them where they’ll automatically take priority over your standard schedule. Have full control over the energy in your venue with modular mix-based set creation.

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Spotify Suggests.

Our Spotify Suggests tool is an exciting new feature for anyone with the permission to manage their playlists. Just paste a Spotify link of a playlist you love, and we'll suggest the most similar of our managed playlists, curated by our experts. This ensures playlists match your vibe, but are always fresh and appropriate for a retail and hospitality environment.