Thin client – Activist hedge fund sends open letter to Citrix, claims their execution is “terribly poor.”

Yesterday Elliott Management, a hedge fund firm that owns 7.1% of Citrix’s stock, sent an open letter to Citrix’s board of directors claiming that Citrix is inefficient and lacks focus.

Source: www.brianmadden.com

Yesterday Elliott Management, a hedge fund firm that owns 7.1% of Citrix’s stock, sent an open letter to Citrix’s board of directors claiming that Citrix is inefficient and lacks focus.

Light Client Biometric Payment – Google’s Android Fingerprint Sensor Comes With Swedish Touch

Last week, during its yearly and awaited developer conference in San Francisco, Google unveiled Android M, which will be available to the public next

Source: www.pymnts.com

Android M’s fingerprint sensors were developed in cooperation with Swedish Fingerprint Card (FPC). The fingerprint sensor will enable app developers to take advantage of fingerprint sensors securely, eliminating the need for PIN codes or passwords to identify and verify the user.

According to Reuters, Fingerprint shares jumped to a record high at 5.1 percent by 0724 GMT last Friday. Jörgen Lantto, President and Chief Executive Officer of FPC, mentioned during the conference that Fingerprint’s forecast of revenue exceeds $177 million in 2015. Morevoer, he is convinced that the launch of Android M will contribute to the fingerprint sensors’ market growth in 2016, possibly even earlier.

Light Client Biometric Payment – Chase Bank Embraces TouchID | PYMNTS.com

Across the payments and banking space, there’s been one type of tech that is becoming almost second nature for consumers: fingerprint TouchID. Now, Chase has

Source: www.pymnts.com

As for other notable card networks that have embraced TouchID, American Express already had updated its app to accept the tech last December, when it announced Touch ID was now supported for Amex commercial cards as well as personal account

Google Will Launch Android Pay At I/O Developer Conference | PYMNTS.com

In two days, thousands of developers, tech enthusiasts, journalists will converge for Google’s annual I/O developer conference. This event is where everyone’s

Source: www.pymnts.com

Android Pay will allow businesses to add mobile payments as an option to their apps, to which users can upload credit card or debit card information with the goal of making transactions single-tap affairs.  The Android Pay API will also allow firms that adopt it to include tap-to-pay transactions in brick-and-mortar stores – leveraging Google’s Host Card Emulation (HCE), which makes it easier for third-party apps to take advantage of Android phones’ Near Field Communications (NFC) chips.

Testing The 12-inch MacBook’s Performance with Windows 10 – Alex King

Source: www.alexvking.com

So maybe it’s ironic that in some regards, the new MacBook runs Windows 10 (a prerelease version, at that) better than it runs OS X. But it’s a testament to two things: Apple’s fantastic MacBook hardware, which is forward-thinking yet surprisingly agile; and Microsoft’s excellent Windows software, which entices and excites with its beautiful interface, useful new features, and rock-solid UI transitions. I’m excited to keep Windows 10 installed on this machine, both now as a preview, and later once the final version is installed. Even hardened OS X diehards owe it to themselves to give it a try.

VXL takes market-leading position in thin-client solutions for Quick-Service Restaurants (QSRs)

Press Release – VXL Thin Client Solution for QSRs

Manchester, UK – VXL Instruments, worldwide leader in cloud-computing technologies and manufacturer of world-class thin-client devices, announces that, by sales, it is now the market leader in the QSR (Quick-Service Restaurant) sector/market.

Established for over 35 years, VXL is a leading computing-solutions Fusionboxprovider to the QSR industry. VXL provides an extensive range of high-specification, durable, restaurant-friendly devices, connected by world-class management software – all underpinned by extensive industry technical expertise gained within tens of thousands of restaurants worldwide.

“VXL has just reached the milestone of shipping 250,000 thin clients to the QSR market in over 70 countries worldwide,” commented Frank Noon, VP for Worldwide Sales at VXL. “Our knowledge in the QSR sector is second-to-none – and our ongoing focus is to deliver the best, most cost-effective, thin-client solutions for restaurants of every type,” he added.

VXL’s thin-client devices are specifically designed to withstand the hostile operational environments typically found in QSR kitchens. For example, the metal chassis which houses the unit’s motherboard is rigorously tested to ensure maximum protection and performance onsite, while motherboards are treated with a special silicon-based coating to provide best-in-class protection from grease, steam and heat.

A range of quick-release brackets allow ease of access for onsite maintenance and rapid swop-out – minimising downtime and realising significant cost savings. For example, a power supply can be easily replaced onsite without the need for an engineer to visit.

VXL not only provides hardware that’s tailored to each QSR’s needs, but also enterprise-class device management software. VXL’s industry-leading Fusion Device Manager for QSRs, is used worldwide – including within chicken, burger, pizza and Mexican food outlets. Supporting Microsoft Windows Desktop, Windows Embedded, Windows Server OS and Linux OS (VXL Gio, Ubuntu and GNU Linux), Fusion QSR makes quick work of managing VXL’s devices (and those from other manufacturers), while software image production and maintenance ensures complete consistency of deployment.

Fusion QSR can easily control thousands of devices, worldwide, from one central location. In addition to delivering real-time management diagnostics, monitoring and trouble shooting, Fusion QSR also enables fast configuration – and the ability to perform updates and changes without the need for an engineer to travel onsite.

Offering a world-class, pre-and-post-sales support network – with three dedicated regional customer service centres including Europe, USA and India – VXL’s devices are also backed by a sector-leading three-year limited warranty, for complete peace of mind.

Noon concluded, “Becoming the best-seller in this challenging and competitive sector is a major achievement – but, for VXL, it’s just the start. We’re expanding our operations worldwide, with the stated goal of delivering – hands down – the best-value and most robust thin-client solutions to QSRs worldwide.”

Contact: Ian Cope, Marketing Manager, VXL. Email: [email protected]

About VXL
Established in 1976, VXL is a global leader and manufacturer of thin, zero and cloud client devices and supplies a high quality range of high-specification models that are made to the most exacting standards.

This single-minded focus on thin clients and commitment to product quality is at the core of what VXL represents today together with a passion to support companies around the world to successfully build efficient IT infrastructures that are flexible, secure, manageable and affordable.

VXL’s world-renowned ‘Itona’ brand of thin clients includes its latest SoC (System-on-Chip) and dual / quad core high-performance desktops plus Xtona (Citrix certified) and Vtona (PCoIP VMware certified) zero clients, Thin ThinkPad notebooks and leading software solutions including Fusion Device ManagerTM and CloudDesktopTM PC repurposing software.

VXL’s Americas Group HQ based in Houston, Texas and the European HQ in Manchester, UK. Dedicated Sales and Support offices are also based in key strategic markets including Germany, France, Singapore and VXL’s manufacturing HQ is based in Bangalore, India.

For more information please visit: www.vxl.net

Reference Links

Date of issue: 6th May, 2015

Contact: Ian Cope, VXL Instruments, +44 (0)161 775 4755, [email protected]

URL: View press release

Image: VXL Md Series Thin Client (701 Kb)

Image: VXL Fusion QSR (126 Kb)

PDF: Fusion QSR Data Sheet (568 Kb)  

PDF: Fusion QSR Global Case Study (334 Kb)  

PDF: Fusion QSR Whitepaper (476 Kb)

Related link: QSR Solutions

mt245 Mobile Thin Client Laptop with Cloud Computing | HP® Official Site

Mobile cloud computing is easier and more flexible than ever with the light HP mt245 Mobile Thin Client. Get work done anywhere with cloud convenience.

Source: www8.hp.com

HP has expanded their mobile cloud computing portfolio with the HP mt245 Mobile Thin Client. The mt245 allows for easy and flexible cloud computing on-the-go and delivers pro-class user features and critical management software at an affordable price. The device enhances productivity with familiar Windows Embedded Standard 7P tools, programs, and resources—all fully integrated on a cloud-ready, lightweight, mobile thin client with a 14-inch diagonal HD screen. The mt245 also features mobile data defense and helps prevent exposure to unwarranted outlets.

HP has expanded their mobile cloud computing portfolio with the HP mt245 Mobile Thin Client. The mt245 allows for easy and flexible cloud computing on-the-go and delivers pro-class user features and critical management software at an affordable price. The device enhances productivity with familiar Windows Embedded Standard 7P tools, programs, and resources—all fully integrated on a cloud-ready, lightweight, mobile thin client with a 14-inch diagonal HD screen. The mt245 also features mobile data defense and helps prevent exposure to unwarranted outlets.

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Power Over Ethernet Computers at Embedded World 2015 | Thinlabs

Ravi Ramanuja, Regional Manager, discusses the benefits of Thinlabs All-in-One Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Computers at Embedded World 2015.

Source: thinlabs.com

Learn the benefits of Thinlabs All-in-One Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Computers at Embedded World 2015, powered by the AMD Embedded G-Series SOC processor, as presented by Ravi Ramanuja, Regional Manager of ThinLabs (video courtesyAMD Developer Central – February 2015, Nuremburg, Germany).

Temboo

A cloud-based code generation platform with 2000+ processes for APIs, databases, and more. Reimagining programming for software & hardware developers.

Source: temboo.com

Hardware :: Temboo

A cloud-based code generation platform with 2000+ processes for APIs, databases, and more. Reimagining programming for software & hardware developers.

Source: temboo.com

Lets your devices work via the internet.  Cloud service.

Thin Client – 3 ways academic institutions use Chromeboxes for digital signage

Chromeboxes help businesses and schools update employees and students with timely information and create a sense of community. To learn more about using Chromebox for digital signage and how it can help your business or school work smarter, join Chrome Live on April 22. 

Source: googleforwork.blogspot.com

Schools and universities across the country use digital signage to share announcements, news and schedules. Chromeboxes give students waiting in dorm lobbies for friends or standing in the cafeteria line for lunch the opportunity to learn about campus events on the go. And digital signage apps for Chrome built by Rise Vision, one of our content partners, power many of these digital experiences that go beyond traditional campus fliers.

Here are three ways academic institutions are using Chromeboxes for digital signage to better engage and inform students:

Thin Client – VXL launches its industry-leading Gio 6 Linux operating system for its thin, cloud and zero client desktop line-up

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Developed and designed exclusively in-house, VXL’s new, industry- leading Gio 6 Linux operating system features a new look, user-friendly design together with greater flexibility, connectivity, security and multimedia capabilities.

Ideal for mainstream SMB and enterprise use, VXL’s quick boot Gio 6 is one of our most reliable and robust embedded Linux operating systems to date and is based on one of the industry’s most respected core systems.

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The new Gio 6 Linux operating system is available on the latest entry-level K, mid-range F, high performance, dual core, Md series desktops and the J series True Zero™ client. Incorporating an efficient modular component upgrade capability for both operating system and applications, the new, improved Linux also includes the user-friendly, zero touch INI file remote configuration technology.

Central and effective management of the new Gio 6 desktops can also be done using VXL’s leading Fusion Professional Device Manager™ and the new Gio 6 Linux operating system is also at the heart of VXL’s latest CloudDesktop™ PC repurposing software solution.

Delivering an excellent user experience when connecting to the Cloud, VXL’s new Gio 6 Linux operating system allows easy connection to servers using popular protocols and tools including the very latest Citrix Receiver with StoreFront, VMware Horizon View, Microsoft RDP 8, 2X and NX to name but a few.

Gio 6 boasts class-leading specification levels notably a USB Device Manager with full, granular control over connection of USB devices including brand, model, permissions and Peer Update that reduces network usage with a ‘buddy’ peer update method as well as appointing single or multiple peers that distribute updates in the local zone. Additional leading features also include;

  • 15 Second Quick Boot
  • Jet Direct Support
  • Configurable Firewall
  • Multi Session Connections
  • Map Drive as HOME for AD / LDAP
  • Repository Manager
  • Scanner Support
  • UAC for module access
  • CRON Support
  • WINE integrated

Commenting on Gio 6, Frank Noon, VXL’s VP Worldwide Sales said “Our leadership position in the thin, cloud and zero client space reflects our ongoing strategy of developing innovative solutions that are designed to meet our customer requirements. “Our new Gio 6 OS stays true to this concept, providing an excellent end user experience together with greater versatility, connectivity, security and multimedia benefits” he added.

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Contact: Ian Cope, Marketing Manager, VXL Instruments Ltd. Email: [email protected]

Thin client – IGEL adds Cisco VXME to its unified communications portfolio

IGEL adds Cisco VXME to its unified communications portfolio

Windows Embedded IGEL thin clients are now compatible with Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Engine (VXME) facilitating the use of voice and video technology in virtual IT environments.

Reading, UK. April 16, 2015 – IGEL Technology today announced that its Windows Embedded thin clients are now compatible with Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Engine (VXME), facilitating the use of voice and video technology in virtual IT environments. In conjunction with the unified communication service Cisco Jabber for Windows, IGEL now offers yet another method for holding high-quality audio and video conferences within a virtual desktop environment using thin clients. All IGEL Universal Desktop models with the Windows Embedded W7+ operating system are supported and the required Cisco VXME extension can be easily integrated by any administrator. IGEL’s Universal Management Suite (UMS) and Universal Customization Builder (UCB) tools handle the central packaging and roll-out of the software component.

Simply integrating the VXME extension into the local thin client operating system (Windows Embedded) provides access to the Cisco Jabber client in virtual environments (Citrix XenDesktop/XenApp published desktops or VMware Horizon). Cisco’s Jabber client supports the latest Windows desktop operating systems.

Once the administrator has completed the integration and deployment process, thin client users can communicate via HD video and audio using Cisco Jabber functionality or leverage third party accessories from Jabra, Logitech, and Plantronics such as handsets, headsets, speakers and webcams which are operated directly via the IGEL thin client for a seamless user experience. The VXME extension uses the processing power provided locally through the thin client taking some of the pressure off valuable server resources, which in turn has a positive effect on the overall user experience in VDI environments.

IGEL Technology GmbH recommends using a powerful UD5 range thin client or the new quad-core UD6 model, both with the W7+ operating system and an 8GB flash memory, for these multimedia communications using real-time audio and video conferences.

“The video output of the IGEL UD6 thin client is exceptional. A resolution of 1280 x 720p provides top cross-platform results in a virtual environment. We are excited to be working with IGEL with our VXME solution and look to further enhance the experience for all our mutual customers” says Sandeep Prasad, Product Manager at Cisco Systems.

“The addition of Cisco VXME to our unified communications portfolio further underlines IGEL’s commitment to make our customer’s thin and zero client desktops the best designed, flexible and open desktop devices for any business,” said Simon Richards, Managing Director for IGEL UK & Ireland. “This solution creates the perfect desktop for those working in call and support centres and businesses where frequent video conferences and calls are required.”

Availability

The Cisco VXME client can be integrated using an executable file into any IGEL Universal Desktop firmware from version 3.01.100 (Windows Embedded) upwards. The installation file can be downloaded for free by all registered Cisco customers from https://software.cisco.com/download/navigator.html. Please note, in order to download you will need the appropriate licenses from Cisco.

About Cisco

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide leader in IT that helps companies seize the opportunities of tomorrow by proving that amazing things can happen when you connect the previously unconnected. For more information, please visit http://www.cisco.com.

About IGEL Technology

A world leader in thin and zero client solutions, IGEL Technology helps organizations improve the agility, efficiency, and security of their virtual desktop and application delivery systems. IGEL produces one of the industry’s widest range of hardware thin and zero clients, based on Linux and Microsoft Windows, and leads the market in software based thin clients allowing customers to access a broad spectrum of server-based infrastructures and applications. IGEL also offers powerful and intuitive management software for easy deployment and administration of thin clients throughout any size organization. Partnerships with industry leaders like Citrix, VMware, Red Hat, and Microsoft ensure that IGEL provides the most up-to-date technology and trustworthy security to clients in industries that include Healthcare, Education & Research, Public Sector, Financial, Insurance, Retail, Logistics, and Manufacturing. IGEL has offices in the United Kingdom, Australia, France, the Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, Switzerland, Sweden, the United States, Germany, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing and Singapore and is represented by partners in over 50 countries worldwide. To learn more, visit www.igel.co.uk or follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/IGEL_Technology

 

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Zero Thin Client – 10ZiG Offer Buyback Program for Tera1 Zero Clients

10ZiG offer Buyback Incentive to all Tera1 users looking to upgrade to Tera2.

Leicester, UK – 10ZiG Technology today announced that its Board of Directors have approved a buyback program for existing Tera1 PCoIP Zero Client users when upgrading to 10ZiG Tera2 hardware. 10ZiG have opened this offer to their existing Tera1 customer base and ALL worldwide Tera1 users who purchased from ANY Teradici OEM vendor. This includes the Wyse P20, EVGA PD05, Samsung and any other Teradici OEM Manufacturer who offered you a device with the Tera1 chipset.

The Buyback Program offers all Tera1 users a great saving when upgrading to 10ZiG’s Tera2 hardware, it will also offer you access for up to 3 Years of FREE Advanced Exchange Warranty, up to 3 Years’ FREE access to 10ZiG’s VMware and Teradici trained world class support and the FREE PCoIP Management Console with every device upgraded.

The news comes off the back of Teradici’s announcement that the TERA1100 Portal Processor will no longer support future releases of VMware Horizon, with the last supported version being 6.0.1. The Tera1, first launched in 2007, has now reached its limit in terms of new features that can be added. Horizon RDSH, Client-side Cache and Text CODEC are just some of the features not supported on Tera1 and are therefore incapable of being certified against Horizon 6 and higher.

“It is great news that VMware and Teradici continue to make leaps forward to ensure End User Computing caters for all types of use cases. The Tera1 Chipset has been around for over 7 years and it still provides a greater user experience than most general purpose x86 or ARM processors found in traditional PC’s and Thin Clients. Whilst Tera1 end points will still connect to a Virtual Desktop in a VMware Horizon 6.0.1, future releases will no longer be supported by VMware, Teradici or 10ZiG. We think it’s testament to the ground breaking progress that Teradici have made to date. As a solely focused Thin and Zero Client vendor with Teradici and VMware trained Sales and Support teams, 10ZiG are perfectly positioned to offer existing Tera 1 users an upgrade path to our Tera2 Zero Client family and reap the benefits of future versions of VMware Horizon.”

To find out whether this affects your VMware environment, please see 10ZiG’s latest blog post HERE:http://www.pages03.net/10zig/terra1/.

10ZiG Technology offer the widest range of Tera2 PCoIP Zero Client devices on the market, including traditional standalone units supporting VESA Mounting, Dual screen, Quad screen and support for up to 6 USB ports. 10ZiG also offer their V1200-AIO All-in-One device with in-built 24” monitor, and their 21.5” V1200-AIOM215 Medical All-in-One unit with anti-microbial treated plastic (sealed to meet IP23 and ISO22196), supporting optional integrated touch screen.

For more information about 10ZiG’s Buyback Program, or to test any of the new Tera2 hardware, please contact the relevant office below.

10ZiG Technology Inc. (Company Headquarters, US)

623-516-0029

[email protected]

 

10ZiG Technology Ltd (EU Headquarters, UK)

+44 (0) 116 214 8650

[email protected]

 

About 10ZiG Technology

Solely focused in the development of Thin and Zero Clients for the latest desktop solutions, 10ZiG Technology has longstanding partnerships with such industry leaders such as Citrix, VMware and Microsoft. All with the aim of providing the best performance possible by supporting the full feature sets of acceleration protocols such as PCoIP, RDP 8.1 and HDX 3D Pro. 10ZiG offer traditional dual screen Thin and Zero Clients, including the widest range of TERA2-based PCoIP devices on the market, and also cater for Quad Screen, All-in-One, and medical specific use cases. 10ZiG devices come with a variety of OS’s, including NOS (Zero), PEAKos (Linux), Windows Embedded 7 (WES7) and Windows Embedded 8 (WE8). They are all accompanied by the 100% FREE enterprise class 10ZiG Manager Utility, enabling centralised configuration, maintenance and control of all 10ZiG Software Zero, Linux and Windows devices. The 10ZiG product range is underpinned by the most personal Sales and Support service on the market, and 10ZiG are willing to put it to the test through their no-obligation, no-hassle, flexible 30 day demo offer. To learn more, or to arrange your demo, visit www.10zig.com or follow them on Twitter: @10ZiGEMEA