The PC / HDMI Dell key expected in July

Dell said his Ophelia, PC / HDMI MHL key project based on Android could use the computer, game console or TV decoder.

The size of a large thumb, Ophelia Dell project, which includes a key HDMI MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) all components micro-PC based on ARM is expected in July for 100 $ before tax. Similar to previously proposed by Roku and Google Nexus Q system, the Dell device - based on Android - connects to the HDMI port of a display (touch or classic) so that it can run applications or access files stored distance. With WiFi and Bluetooth interfaces, micro-PC is designed for users who do most of their information online.Ophelia can turn any PC, game console screen or TV, said Jeff McNaught, director of cloud computing activity Dell customer. Users will be able to download apps, movies and TV shows from the Google Play store, said McNaught. They will also run Android games or watch movies from Hulu popular services (30 million subscribers) or Netflix.

With or without a touchscreen? 

The Ophelia Project is intended to be an inexpensive alternative to tablets and PCs, according to the executive. However, users need to be close to a monitor or projector with an HDMI port for use. The company is working on an alternative technology to the physical keyboard to allow users to enter text when Ophelia is connected to a screen, he said. It is not very clear, but Dell will introduce its computer Ophelia on screens with a diagonal of 19 inches and 55 this week at the Citrix Synergy event in Los Angeles (from 22 to 24 May ). Ey we cover the show on virtualization tools, we return to the subject. 

Ophelia also come with Wyse PocketCloud solution - now in the lap of Dell - that allows users to access files stored on PCs, servers and mobile devices. Further improvements are incorporated to facilitate the use of this device. "We've done a number of things in the software part of the product and the outside will make it interesting," said McNaught. 

Companies as targets 

The first units will be shipped to developers who want to write applications for Android Ophelia. In August, it will be available via ISPs and telcos could sell in package deals. Shortly after, it will be available to consumers on the Dell website. 

Dell also plans to offer its business Ophelia computer as light mobile client, said McNaught. A set of features allows IT administrators to manage and secure the device. For example, it can be erased remotely if lost or stolen. This set of features, called cloud client manager will allow system administrators to see which users and what they do with Ophelia. "We want to ensure that when we provide the product everything will be perfect. The company is a market we understand," said the officer.