Dell was rumoured to be working on a really unique product, an Android dongle that could run the operating system, in a compact form factor comparable to a Chromecast. As wild as the idea seemed, it has now taken the form of a real product in the Dell Wyse Cloud Connect, an Android dongle, aimed at enterprise users who want to carry their work for access everywhere, in a compact form factor. The dongle runs Android 4.1 Jellybean and can be used on any HDMI supported screen, like a HDTV, a projector, MHL compatible touch monitors(for full Android touch functionality), or can be paired up with Bluetooth mice and keyboards for the usual interaction like a PC. Out of the box, the Wyse Cloud Connect will also run Citrix, VMWare or Microsoft remote desktop clients. Dell hopes this will entice enterprise users for the portability it offers.
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If the actual specifications are concerned –
- Runs on Android 4.1 JellyBean
- HDMI/MHL video interface
- Additional functionality through OTG/MHL
- 1080p full HD support
- Multi core ARM Cortex A9 chip, but Dell doesn’t say which
- Additional ports – Display port, MHL/OTG micro USB host, Mini USB, micro SD card slot
- 8 GB in built flash storage and 1 GB of RAM
- Enterprise level security
The Dell Wyse Cloud Connect will retail for just $130 for this version. There is no battery here, as the device is powered through MHL as well as USB, if necessary. We think this makes for a really nice utility device for people who travel a lot. Instead of carrying around a MHL cable for a supported phone, one can carry this for quick access to the internet and even some videos. We just hope this makes it into the consumer category soon.
Via: Engadget