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Why the Cloud is the Lifeline for Tablet Makers
Let’s face it, more of the value of tablets and laptops comes from outside the box, rather than inside. Consumers and business users are reaching to the cloud for their content, applications and services. Whether it’s a public cloud for …
» Read Full ArticleDell NetReady Now Available in the US
As we return from Independence Day weekend, here at Macheen we continue to celebrate a new type of American independence: freedom from long-term commitments for mobile broadband Internet access. Dell NetReady mobile broadband service, powered by Macheen, is now available …
» Read Full ArticleMacheen on the National Stage
I’ve had the pleasure to meet with Aneesh Chopra, United States Chief Technology Officer (US CTO). He discovered Macheen through an article in the New York Times, and we’ve had several conversations since about the potential impact our approach could …
» Read Full ArticleOur Take on Recent Moves by Google Chrome and HP
The continuing industry trend towards flexible, session-based access is critical to drive user adoption of device-specific data plans, as well as being essential to providers of cloud services who rely on anytime, anywhere user access. Following the lead of Dell …
» Read Full ArticleMacheen Value Proposition for Device Makers and Retailers – Internet-included devices without complexity
I had an opportunity the other day to sit down with RCR Wireless at the CTIA show. A good conversation about the challenges of device makers and retailers in bringing Internet-included devices to the market. And, the role that Macheen …
» Read Full ArticleThe Macheen Value Proposition for Carriers – new opportunities without retooling
Connected devices are an increasingly important source of revenue for the network operator. It should come as no surprise that carriers are interested in connecting tablets, electric power meters, e-book readers, portable gaming devices and the like to their network. …
» Read Full ArticleWelcome to Macheen
It is with great pleasure that we announce the full launch of Macheen Inc. Today we are changing the game, making it dramatically easier for consumer electronics (CE) manufacturers and retailers to ship products with “Internet included” connectivity. Macheen-enabled devices …
» Read Full ArticleDell Launches NetReady “Service by Macheen”
This week, during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Dell went live with NetReady, their new “hot out of the box” mobile broadband service. A potentially significant move intended to transform customers’ expectations in how they can connect new devices to …
» Read Full ArticleCloud of Clouds – Giant “Mashups” in the Clouds
You’ve probably heard some of the advantages touted for cloud computing, like great scalability and pay-as-you-grow economics. But the cloud presents other opportunities and challenges that only come into focus when we look at more comprehensive cloud-based services. Like Macheen’s, …
» Read Full Article“Connected Devices” – Hopes, Dreams and Phantom Business Models
Connected devices were all the rage at the Consumer Electronics Show. It seemed like every vendor on the planet was looking to release some kind of smart device with built-in Internet connectivity. And why shouldn’t they? CE device margins are razor thin, and the promise of maintaining an always-on connection to the customer after the point of sale is mighty enticing. With a connected device, there are all kinds of new opportunities to present offers and services that can generate ongoing monthly revenue, fattening up those profit margins. Simply put, connected devices make connected customers.
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