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Dell has just announced a cloud connection device that has been codenamed Project Ophelia, where this solution intends to extend the value of cloud client computing, bringing it to the next level so that folks are able to better manage the increasing convergence of their work lives and personal lives thanks to the compact, portable device that you see above.

Not only does it give you access to secured professional assets, it also handles personal content via the cloud. A wee bit larger than the average USB flash drive, this ultra-compact multimedia-capable device that is called Dell Wyse “Project Ophelia” will let you transform any compatible TV or monitor into a functioning interactive personal display device, all without the need for a computer, tablet or smartphone in the vicinity, now how about that?

Built on Dell Wyse software technology that already sees action on millions of devices, Project Ophelia will turn ordinary displays into a window to entertainment, communications and your own personal cloud.

By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Microsoft Sells 60M Windows 8 Licenses, Valve Teams Up With Xi3 For Steam-Powered ‘Piston’ PC,

Xi3 has taken some time at this year’s Pepcom to reveal the new 7 series modular computer. The Xi3 7 series is comprised of the 5A and the 7A, with both pulling only 20 watts and each computer as a whole coming in at only 4-inches per side. This could mean big things for computing, and indeed, it seems that Xi3′s goal is to make computing more accessible to a wider range of people.

The company, according to one of the representatives here at Pepcom, would like to miniaturize the computing space. Indeed, with a 6-10 year lifespan and x86-based OSes and apps, the Xi3 7 series could mean a lot for computing in general, with both quad and dual-core processors on offer. We’ve also got “graphics integrated within AMD’s Trinity Series 32nm APU chipset.”

One interesting thing to point out is that the codename for this computer is “Piston,” and we’ve learned that Xi3 and Valve have been working together with the 7 series. Even though Xi3 wouldn’t explain to us the level of Valve’s involvement in the project, it’s easy to see why valve would be interested in this, given that this new modular computer is meant to make computing more accessible to a wider range of people. Another thing worth drawing attention to: this new modular computer is codenamed Piston, and a company named Valve (which runs a gaming platform named Steam) is interested in it in some capacity.

Xi3 also wouldn’t give away what Valve was planning to do with the 7 series computers, but it doesn’t seem too far of a stretch to think that Valve would want to use it for stackable cloud computing. Perhaps the company is looking to enter the cloud gaming space? Keep in mind that this is purely speculation, especially considering that Valve hasn’t said anything. We’ll try to find out more in the coming days here at CES. We’ll also hope to have more information on the 7 series in general soon, but for now, just know that the 5A will cost $499 and the 7A will cost $999. Check out our CES portal for all the news you can use from the show!

Xi3 introduces 7 series modular computer, hints at partnership with Valve is written by Eric Abent & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Are you way into cloud gaming and own an LG Smart TV of the G3 series variety? You’re in luck, as OnLive this morning announced support for that very line of Google TV-powered LG televisions, bringing a library of “over 300 titles” to the platform. The G2 series already got that support back in November, if you recall, but it appears that OnLive’s reach is expanding across a variety of LG Smart televisions. Should you wish to get in on the action, you’ll need a Universal OnLive Wireless controller to actually play any of the games available. We’ll be giving it a look later on this week during CES 2013 to see what’s different — if anything — from OnLive’s presence on other platforms.

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Ubitus might call itself “the worldwide technology leader in cloud gaming solutions,” but we’ve yet to hear of the Japanese cloud gaming company. But that’s about to change, as the company just announced a partnership with Google TV to bring “console and MMO games” to various GTV-enabled devices. That means both Smart TVs and set-top boxes with Google TV will now have access to Ubitus’ library of cloud-based games; Resident Evil 5, Lost Planet 2, and Super Street Fighter IV are all shown in an image we got with the announcement. Whether that means worldwide or Japan-only remains unknown for now, but we’ll be sure to find out as CES 2013 kicks off in earnest today.

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In an effort to move into the 21st century, the city of Chicago has signed a deal with Microsoft to bring the company’s Office 365 cloud services to city employees. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced the news today, and the city will move 30,000 employees to Microsoft’s Office 365 for cloud-based email and other productivity apps.

The City will consolidate its three disparate email systems into one Microsoft Office 365 environment in an effort to improve collaboration, enhance security, and provide both mobile and desktop access. This new strategy will save the city more than $1.3 million in costs over the next four years, which is an 80% decrease in cost per employee.

Mayor Emanuel says that the city is “leveraging new technologies to streamline and modernize the way we do business in order to provide the residents of Chicago with the best service at the best price.” Microsoft is currently preparing an update to Office 365 that will include support for its new Office 2013 desktop applications, including the ability for Windows 7 and Windows 8 users to stream apps to PCs using Microsoft’s cloud offerings.

Chicago isn’t the first city to take advantage of Microsoft’s services. The city joins a rapidly growing list of state and local governments that are using the services, including San Francisco, the State of California, and Minnesota. Chief Information Officer Brett Goldstein says that the move to cloud services is a “major step” towards modernizing the city.

City of Chicago signs deal with Microsoft for city-wide cloud services is written by Craig Lloyd & originally posted on SlashGear.
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