What is CommBox OS and what’s included?

Applies To

Classic S4, S4+ and S5

What is CommBox OS?

CommBox OS is a purpose-built, Android-based operating system designed to work seamlessly with CommBox touchscreens. It provides everything you need to teach, present, collaborate or manage content—without needing to connect an external computer.

It’s fast, intuitive and designed with education and business users in mind.

What’s Included in CommBox OS?

CommBox OS comes pre-loaded with essential tools and apps to help you get started straight out of the box:

• CommBox Homescreen - customisable homescreen with resizble widgets.
• CommBox Sidebar - easy intuiative customisable side menu - accessed by both sides of the screen. This inclues the CommBox control bar that allows you to change volume, brightness, stand control. 
• CommBox Device Settings - swipe up menu to do system configuations 
• CommBox Exp - available on Classic S5 screens only. Allows you to configure your screen, choose homescreen presets, sidebar presets, Lobby and more.
• CommBox Store – Download additional apps designed for education or collaboration
• CommBox Whiteboard – A simple, multi-user whiteboarding tool for brainstorming, teaching or annotating
• CommBox Tools - this includes:
  • Calculator
  • Clock
  • Crop
  • Maps
  • Planner
  • Phonemes
  • Posters
  • Quotes
  • Rewards
  • Scoreboards
  • Screenlock
  • Spotlight
  • Stopwatch
  • Timer
  • Wizard - onboarding wizard Classic S4 and S4+ only

• Browser and Chrome Browser– Access websites and online content without needing a laptop

• CommBox Connect – Share your screen wirelessly from any device (Windows, macOS, Android, iOS)

• CommBox Manage - Mobile Device Management platform for CommBox screens. 

• Files – Organise and open files from internal storage or connected USBs

• CommBox Help - help app to get your started and getting the most from your CommBox screen

• Media Player – Play videos, music or images directly from your screen

• Annotate - allows you to draw over any content. Save and Share
• Record - allows you to record your screen and audio if a microphone is connected or built in
• Split Screen - show more than one app at a time
• PIP - overlay inputs over Android content

• Settings – Manage Wi-Fi, security, app updates and display settings easily

• Over-the-Air Updates – Receive firmware updates automatically to keep everything current

Why CommBox OS is Useful

• 🚀 Easy to use—no training required

• 🧽 Clean interface with no unnecessary apps

• 🔒 Secure and ad-free environment

• 🏫 Ideal for schools, offices, boardrooms and shared spaces

• ⚡ Fast startup and instant app access

How do you update CommBox OS?

CommBox OS can be updated three ways:

1. Via a firmware update

2. Via a CommBox OS bundle update via the CommBox Store

3. Update individual tools via the CommBox Store

What is CommBox OS Lite?

CommBox OS Lite is a lightweight operating system included on selected CommBox displays. It provides a clean, no-fuss interface focused on quick access to core tools—ideal for signage, presentations, and simple screen control.

Unlike the full CommBox OS found on our Classic S4 and S5 interactive touchscreens, OS Lite is optimised for users who don’t need additional apps.

CommBox OS Lite is available on:

• CommBox Classic V3/V3X
• CommBox Atom
• Horizon
• Intelligent Display
• LED Board - Gen 1
• LED Board - Gen 2

What is CommBox OS Experience

CommBox OS Experience is the term used to describe CommBox OS on the Classic S5. The terms CommBox OS and CommBox OS Experience (Exp) can be used interchangably. To find out what is different on the Classic S5 - click here