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DDNi Brings Its User Experience to Windows Tablets for PC OEMs
DDNi Brings Its User Experience to Windows Tablets for PC OEMs
Scotts Valley, CA (PRWEB) November 30, 2011
Digital Delivery Networks, Inc. (DDNi), a PC ecosystem company, today announced their sMYline platform can be integrated into Windows® Tablet PCs for PC OEMs to improve their brand experience, customer support and to create new revenue opportunities. The sMYline platform is successfully utilized today by leading consumer computer brands across standard PCs and this announcement is a natural extension as tablet computing demands grow. Additionally, PC OEMs are enabled to provide a cohesive experience between newly connected tablets, laptop and desktop PCs.
“We’ve seen new online stores pop-up to provide some entertainment applications for Tablet PC users but DDNi addresses two major areas that have been missing. First, PC OEMs have been looking to extend their brand experiences, support infrastructure, and consumer relationships beyond selling the tablet. Second, consumers need a consistent experience and software across their tablets and PCs; especially for the core computing and productivity applications they use. DDNi brings these two needs together in a way that benefits both interests,” said Michael Kuptz, CEO of DDNi.
PC OEMs have been rushing to meet the hardware specifications to launch new tablet computers but they have not focused on the consumer interaction with the devices. There are online “apps” that have been popularized, but what are often overlooked are the core set of productivity, creative, security and entertainment software applications that are relied upon in the standard PC environment in which Windows tablets operate.
DDNi’s sMYline gives PC OEMs an application store that is embedded and ready to go when consumers purchase a new Windows Tablet PC. It provides an interactive user-interface with drag and drop and touch functionality that consumers expect from a tablet. The platform is preloaded on Tablet PCs to help users maximize the value of systems from the first time they are powered on. This includes characterizing how the systems will be used, recommending relevant software applications and intelligently recognizing connected devices. As a main launch point for users, the DDNi platform can be customized to users’ interests, preferences, and specifications. In addition, DDNi empowers a cohesive post-tablet purchase environment to maximize consumer interaction, customer support, and create a long-term brand relationship with the PC OEM.
The DDNi platform is currently shipping in market on Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 and is in build planning for the upcoming release of Windows 8.
Benefits to PC OEMs that look to DDNi’s platform include:
PC OEMs are recognizing that users of Tablet PCs might uncover a new set of computing needs. DDNi provides a delivery channel to help PC OEMs capitalize on new set of experiences and positions them for future enhancements and growing applications.
Integrated secure shopping environment across the Windows infrastructure
Customer lifecycle messaging and ongoing loyalty programs
Superior integration and presentation of partner-based Web Services on the desktop
Multi-user capable, the DDNi solution is customizable for each user
As PC OEMs look to create a consistent and unified experience across devices, the DDNi platform provides this bridge. Devices connected in the local cloud can provide an intelligent single experience between multiple devices.
DDNi provides a turnkey infrastructure for PC companies, distribution partners and retailers to capitalize on a better user experience in order to increase top line revenues and reduce support costs. The DDNi platform is aligned with the primary computer’s operating system and intelligently recommends software, services, support and products that are in context and appropriate to the end users’ device and PC use.
About DDNi
Digital Delivery Networks, Inc. (DDNi) is a PC ecosystem company that provides software, infrastructure and digital marketing opportunities to computer and device OEMs, distribution partners and retailers. DDNi clients sustain superior application software and internet services and enable contextual marketing during the customers’ daily device and computer use. DDNi’s proprietary and patented platform allows PC companies and channel partners to create and maintain an ongoing branded relationship with its customers and the opportunity to increase revenues throughout the computing device’s lifespan. Components of the company’s patent pending sMYline platform are utilized by leading PC brands including Lenovo, Sylvania and Sony. DDNi is located in Scotts Valley, CA and is a privately held company. http://www.ddni.com and follow @DDNiTech
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Digipede Recognized for Windows Grid Computing Product Excellence
OAKLAND, CA (PRWEB) January 11, 2006
Digipede Technologies (www.digipede.net), the leading provider of distributed computing solutions for the Microsoft Windows platform, has received a 4-star rating from Software Development magazine for its Digipede Network™, an affordable distributed computing solution built entirely on Microsoft .NET that dramatically improves the speed and performance of demanding real-world business applications. The 4-star review appears in the January 2006 issue – on newsstands now – or online at www.digipede.com/company/news.html (first link under the “News Links” section).
In the review, titled That Parallel Beat, reviewer Rick Wayne opens by stating that Digipede is “bringing grid computing to the rest of us. The best part: You probably already own all the hardware you need,” referring to the product’s powerful capabilities in allowing users to easily grid-enable their applications without having to invest in more hardware or hire expensive consultants.
While distributed computing has been around for many years, the cost and complexity of other grid offerings has kept most workgroups, small to mid-sized companies and even large organizations out of the grid market. Because the Digipede Network is radically easier to buy, install, learn and use than other grid offerings, those that have been priced out of the market can now benefit from distributed computing. Digipede’s customers are now able to focus on solving their key business and research problems rather than sitting on the sidelines or wasting time developing a distributed computing infrastructure on their own.
The in-depth review by Software Development magazine examines how organizations can use the Digipede Network to grid-enable compute-intensive applications with their existing Windows PCs instead of a supercomputer or Linux cluster. In addition, the application used for the review – Precision Agriculture Landscape Modeling System (PALMS) – was not designed for parallel computing. The review reveals how easily organizations can solve this problem by using the Digipede Network to create a compute farm with minimal requirements, technical expertise and administrative effort.
“We are pleased to have our software recognized by Software Development magazine. The 4-star review further validates the value that the Digipede Network offers customers,” said John Powers, CEO of Digipede. “Early on, we realized that many real-world business applications could benefit from distributed computing and that most businesses had Windows-based hardware that was underutilized, but there was no real solution available. So we set out to make grid computing accessible to all who needed improved application performance and speed. This unmet need led to the creation of the Digipede Network, which began shipping in the middle of 2005 and has been well received by our customers, analysts, and other industry influencers.”
The Digipede Network is available in two editions: the Digipede Network Team Edition meets the needs of small departments and labs that may only have up to 20 computers, while the Digipede Network Professional Edition supports large departments and enterprises with hundreds or thousands of desktops, servers, and cluster nodes across a network. Both editions include the Digipede Workbench, which is designed to shorten the learning curve so that users can become productive immediately. Through a familiar Windows user interface, users can run distributed computing jobs with ease. Wizards assist users with learning and using the system quickly, and powerful designers provide access to greater system functionality. No complex scripting is required.
Availability and Pricing
The Digipede Network is available now directly from Digipede Technologies. The Digipede Network Team Edition starts at $ 995 for a system licensing one Digipede Server and five Digipede Agents. The Digipede Network Professional Edition starts at $ 4,000 for a similar configuration. Additional Agents work with either edition, and can be licensed for $ 199 each. Current customers of the Digipede Network Team Edition can upgrade to the Professional Edition at a discount. Both editions of the Digipede Network include the Digipede Framework SDK at no additional charge. For additional information about pricing and configuration options, visit Digipede’s online store at www.digipede.net, or contact Digipede at sales@digipede.net.
About Digipede Technologies
Digipede Technologies is the leading software provider of grid computing solutions for the Microsoft .NET platform. Digipede is led by a proven team of technology visionaries who have developed best-in-class Windows applications for more than 15 years. Digipede is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner. Headquartered in Oakland, California, Digipede is expanding rapidly. For more information visit www.digipede.net.
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Apple and Windows Computers Living Together Under One Roof, According to New NPD Report
Apple and Windows Computers Living Together Under One Roof, According to New NPD Report
Port Washington, New York (Vocus) October 6, 2009
According to leading market research company The NPD Group’s 2009 Household Penetration Study, approximately 12 percent of all U.S. computer owning households own an Apple computer, up from 9 percent in 2008. While Apple ownership is growing, those households are decidedly in favor of mixed system environments. Of those 12 percent, nearly 85 percent also own a Windows-based PC.
Multiple computer ownership is a common thread in Apple computer households, with 66 percent of households owning three or more computers, compared to just 29 percent of Windows PC households. Apple owning households are decidedly more mobile as well, with 72 percent of them owning a notebook, whereas only 50 percent of households that have a Windows PC own a notebook.
Not only do Apple computer owners own more computers (and more mobile computers) than the norm they also tend to own more types of electronics, and more of them, than typical computer owning households. For example, while 36 percent of total computer owning households have an iPod, 63 percent of Apple households have one. And while almost 50 percent of Apple owners own some type of navigation system, only about 30 percent of all computer households own one.
“While Apple owners tend to own more computers and more electronics devices, there is also a high correlation among Apple owners and more affluent consumer households,” said Stephen Baker, vice president of industry analysis. “Thirty-six percent of Apple computer owners reported household incomes greater than $ 100,000, compared to 21 percent of all consumers. “With a higher household income, though, it’s not a surprise that those consumers are making more electronics purchases,” Baker said. “The average Apple household owns 48 CE devices whereas the average computer household owns about 24. Apple household owners’ actions and purchases can be used by the industry as leading indicators for hot new products and adoption.”
Methodology
A total of more than 2,300 of NPD’s online panelists completed this survey.
About The NPD Group, Inc.
The NPD Group is the leading provider of reliable and comprehensive consumer and retail information for a wide range of industries. Today, more than 1,700 manufacturers, retailers, and service companies rely on NPD to help them drive critical business decisions at the global, national, and local market levels. NPD helps our clients to identify new business opportunities and guide product development, marketing, sales, merchandising, and other functions. Information is available for the following industry sectors: automotive, beauty, commercial technology, consumer technology, entertainment, fashion, food and beverage, foodservice, home, office supplies, software, sports, toys, and wireless. For more information, contact us or visit http://www.npd.com/ and http://www.npdgroupblog.com . Follow us on Twitter: @npdtech and @npdgroup.
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