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AMI AMI DuOS: runs Android and Windows, no rebooting

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Today, AMI announced DuOS, aka AMIDuOS, a new OS that runs Windows (v7 or v8) along with Android v5, users are able to use both OSes without rebooting. AMIDuOS is now in Beta for download; it is a commercial product, not open source or freeware: it cost $10 for a lifetime license – with a 30–day free trial. A few excerpts from their press release are below.

“AMIDuOS is a revolutionary new concept that brings the functionality, depth and fun of the Android experience to Microsoft Windows devices. It runs on nearly any Windows 7 or 8 PC or tablet device for fast, easy switching between Windows and Android environments – without the need to dual boot! Usage of AMIDuOS is quite similar to Android device. You just have to download and install, You got your Android device on Windows PC.”

“AMIDuOS runs on any modern Windows Desktops, Laptops, Tablets and 2-in-1 Devices. System requirements: x86 Processor. 32/64-bit of Windows 7/8/8.1. OpenGL 3.0 and above. Hardware Virtualization Technology should be enabled in BIOS. Minimum 3GB of System RAM. Minimum 2GB of Hard disk free space.”

“Now, users have access to the full library of Android apps on their Windows device – running either full-screen or in a window, while retaining the ability to switch over to their traditional Windows apps at any time – with no need to reboot. AMIDuOS is truly the best of both worlds. AMI has utilized its decades of expertise to build hardware acceleration support into the app, and support direct hardware access whenever possible. Emulation is only used when needed – otherwise code runs natively. This, plus 3D acceleration support, means incredible performance so games and video-intensive apps run smoothly and quickly. Since AMIDuOS can access native PC hardware and drivers, apps can take advantage of the touchscreen, sensors, peripherals, GPS, camera and more to deliver a fully immersive Android experience. AMI has tested AMIDuOS with over 4,000 apps and is continually releasing updates to improve compatibility.

“In order to enjoy the full performance of DuOS, Virtualization Technology (VT-x) should be enabled in BIOS. Please ensure that your System supports Virtualization Technology.”

More Information:

http://amiduos.com/support/knowledge-base/article/what-is-duos
http://amiduos.com/support/knowledge-base/article/enabling-virtualization-in-bios
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/virtualization/virtualization-technology/intel-virtualization-technology.html
http://www.ami.com/news/press-releases/?PressReleaseID=315&/American%20Megatrends%20Unwraps%20Lollipop%20-%20Run%20Android%205.0.1%20Apps%20on%20Windows%20Devices%20without%20Compromise/

AMI MegaRAC SP-X for POWER8

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AMI (American Megatrends, Inc.), one of the original PC BIOS vendors, just joined the OpenPOWER Foundation. AMI’s “MegaRAC SP-X for POWER8” product was launched in support of TYAN’s first non-IBM branded OpenPOWER commercial server, which they’re demoing at COMPUTEX TAIPEI this week. MegaRAC SP-X for POWER8 includes server firmware technology. Excerpts from their PR:

“AMI joins a growing roster of technology organizations working collaboratively to build advanced server, networking, storage and acceleration technology as well as industry-leading open source software aimed at delivering more choice, control and flexibility to developers of next-generation, hyperscale and cloud data centers. The group makes POWER hardware and software available to open development for the first time, as well as making POWER intellectual property licensable to others, greatly expanding the ecosystem of innovators on the platform. AMI has been working with IBM and other OpenPOWER Foundation members like Tyan to develop enterprise server and networking solutions for next-generation data centers that integrate IBM POWER CPUs and AMI MegaRAC(R) Remote Management Firmware / Software Solutions. “

“MegaRAC(R) SP-X for POWER8 is a powerful development framework for server management solutions composed of firmware and software components, based on industry standards like IPMI 2.0, SMASH, Serial over LAN (SOL) and key serviceability features like remote presence, CIM profiles and advanced automation. MegaRAC SP-X features a high level of modularity, with the ability to easily configure and build the firmware image by selecting features using an intuitive graphical development tool chain. These features are available in independently maintained packages, for superior manageability of the firmware stack.”

More Information:

http://www.openpowerfoundation.org
http://www.ami.com

http://www.ami.com/news/press-releases/?PressReleaseID=314&/American%20Megatrends%20Joins%20OpenPOWER%20Foundation,%20Brings%20Expertise%20on%20Server%20and%20Data%20Center%20Management%20to%20COMPUTEX%20TAIPEI/