Splashtop in the News

Remote support isn’t new, but recent research from Splashtop and ESG finds communications, technical hurdles, and skills shortages are making remote support harder for help desk teams supporting distributed employees.

ChannelPro Network - 2022/06/24

Hosts are joined by Splashtop channel chief Justin Windsor to discuss that vendor’s 2022 State of Remote Support Market Trends Report and its disturbing stats on help desk technician burnout.

ChannelPro Weekly Podcast - 2022/06/17

The damaging effects of cyber threats like malware, phishing, and ransomware on a small business can put sensitive and personal data of employees and customers at risk — not to mention vendors and everyone in the supply chain. Jerry Hsieh, head of security and compliance for Splashtop, offers tips to remedy common data security mistakes without adding headcount or much cost.

Security Today - 2022/06/08

With in-person IT support now relatively rare, tech workers are under increasing pressure to support end-users and endpoint devices remotely — and they need better overall support and tools to do that, per Splashtop research findings.

Computerworld - 2022/05/31

IT Europa recognizes Splashtop as the Vertical Application Solution of the Year, for an innovative project involving Internet of Things (IoT) Remote Support and Augmented Reality (AR) solutions.

Sales Tech Star - 2022/05/24

Splashtop wins the IT Europa Channel Award for Vertical Application Solution of the Year for an augmented reality use case with Peter Pane restaunts and Paniceus Systems.

IT Europa - 2022/05/20

Splashtop released a new feature set for Splashtop Enterprise, an all-in-one remote access and support solution, including Augmented Reality, technician collaboration, voice call, and IP whitelisting.

Help Net Security - 2022/05/20

Splashtop is introducing new features that enable more possibilities for secure remote work, simplify connection workflows and increase efficiency for help desk technicians and end users, according to the vendor.

KMWorld Magazine - 2022/05/19

Splashtop released a new feature set for Splashtop Enterprise that enables IT and help desk teams to remotely access, support and manage any device with unattended and attended support.

IT Security News - 2022/05/19

Splashtop Enterprise now enables end users to request help right from a desktop icon and talk live with technicians during a troubleshooting session, as well as other features like RDP connectivity and mobile camera sharing enhanced with AR.

Global Security Mag - 2022/05/19

A poll from Splashtop revealed that 67% of respondents had IT support goal challenges stemming from the ongoing cybersecurity workforce shortage and increasing workloads.

SC Magazine - 2022/05/19

IT help desk teams are forced to maintain their IT support objectives due to workload and staff shortages within the sector.

TechNewsDay - 2022/05/18

According to a recent report from Splashtop, IT help desk teams are reporting unsustainable levels of stress.

IT Security News - 2022/05/18

According to a Splashtop report, 65% of IT help desk teams throughout the U.S are reporting an increase in the number of team members reporting unsustainable levels of stress.

Help Net Security - 2022/05/18

Critical IT and help desk staff continue to grapple with high stakes cyberthreats while trying to maintain business continuity in a distributed workforce. In this article, Phil Sheu, Splashtop Co-Founder and CTO, discusses how businesses can combat burnout and retain essential IT talent.

Digital CxO - 2022/05/18

The new edition of Splashtop Enterprise includes an SOS Call app (think remote support “easy button”), instant transitions to voice calling during support sessions, a new AR feature, and more.

ChannelPro Network - 2022/05/16

A new report from Splashtop shows that IT support is under a great deal of pressure when it comes to working through support tickets for a number of reasons.

TechRepublic - 2022/05/16

Splashtop’s State of Remote Support Market Trends Report reveals that organizations are challenged with maintaining IT support goals, hiring, retention and skills shortage.

HRTech Series - 2022/05/12

Splashtop’s 2022 State of Remote Support Market Trends Report found that the rapid shift to a fully remote and now distributed workforce came at a cost: 65% of IT help desk teams in the U.S. report an increase in stress to unstainable levels.

ChannelPro Network - 2022/05/09

Jerry Hsieh, head of security and compliance for Splashtop, discusses tips for SMBs to avoid a ransomware attack in an interview with journalist, Tyler Gallagher.

Authority Magazine - 2022/04/26

In this article in Retail Touchpoints, we share how retailers can user remote IT support and augmented reality (AR) to help minimize technology downtime.

Retail TouchPoints - 2022/04/25

Jerry Hsieh, Head of Security and Compliance for Splashtop, shares common security mistakes made by small and medium-sized businesses, and how to fix them.

Security Magazine - 2022/04/08

Michelle Burrows, CMO at Splashtop, discusses how employers and employees are reworking work together, in an interview with author and keynote speaker, Karen Mangia.

Authority Magazine - 2022/04/05

An education customer is honored with a Best Implementation of Digital Curriculum Award, naming Splashtop as a part of the solution.

The Citizen (Rockdale and Newton Counties) - 2022/04/04

Splashtop is reviewed and recommended as one of the secure remote desktop solutions.

eSecurity Planet - 2022/03/25

Splashtop is reviewed and recommended as an affordable and capable remote desktop solution.

ITProPortal - 2022/02/28

New research from Splashtop suggests a third of IT leaders feel less stressed due to flexible technologies.

DIGIT - 2022/01/12

IT leaders anticipated a variety of challenges, but two fifths still say their job is more enjoyable with flexible technologies.

Business Matters - 2022/01/12

One in four believe flexible working is only going to get more complex - but what is the impact at present?

BusinessCloud - 2022/01/12

Flexible remote access technologies have led to a third of IT leaders feeling less stress at work.

Enterprise Times - 2022/01/12

IT staff are less stressed at work thanks to remote access tech.

ITPro Portal - 2022/01/12

With people continuing to work from home, remote access technologies have become key tools in supporting a hybrid workforce.

Computer Weekly - 2022/01/12

Surveys find that IT enjoys flexible technologies while remote employees emphasize a need for ease-of-use.

HRreview - 2022/01/12

According to a new study by Splashtop, one-third of IT leaders reduce work stress thanks to flexible technology.

Londonnewstime.com - 2022/01/11

New research from Splashtop finds that IT anticipates challenges with being able to support both remote workers and office workers.

UK Tech News - 2022/01/11

Splashtop offers suggestions on how retail organizations can protect their technology investments in this article.

SalesTech Star - 2022/01/06

What are the keys to good tech support? This AARP article calls out Splashtop as a personal favorite.

AARP - 2022/01/03

This article in Alphr offers some good tips on how to use Splashtop.

Alphr - 2022/01/03

What are the best tools to improve work-life balance? Splashtop makes the list.

MUO - 2021/12/22

With winter fast approaching, our EMEA GM, Alexander Draajier, explains how organizations can adopt a remote-first approach

ITProPortal - 2021/12/15

Our CEO, Mark Lee, shares Splashtop’s predictions for 2022 in this Help Net Security article

Help Net Security - 2021/12/14

Read this article from Splashtop's Lisa Avvocato on the hidden work behind great in-store tech.

Advertising Week - 2021/12/07

On National Stress Awareness day, Splashtop Inc.'s Alexander Draaijer shares thoughts on helping IT navigate hybrid work.

IT Supply Chain - 2021/11/02

Splashtop’s CEO, Mark Lee, sat down for an interview on the CSuite Podcast’s Unicorn Series to discuss the company’s journey to becoming a unicorn.

the csuite podcast - 2021/10/20

Justin Windsor, Splashtop’s new Channel Chief for the Americas, recently sat down with eChannel News to discuss his career and his plans for growing Splashtop’s channel business.

e-ChannelNews - 2021/09/29

Splashtop, a developer of remote access and remote support software, has hired Justin Windsor as channel chief for the Americas.

ChannelE2E - 2021/09/15

Digiday highlights the Splashtop Student Survey on the future of learning.

Digiday - 2021/08/09

Alphr.com explains how easy it is to remote print with Splashtop remote access software.

Alphr - 2021/08/06

Splashtop, a developer of remote access and remote support software, has formed an MSP Advisory Council including key advisors from HCS Technology Group, goCloudOffice, Jones IT, Rhino Network Solutions, TenisiTech, and Fast Break Tech.

ChannelE2E - 2021/03/26

Splashtop Inc., a San Jose, CA-based next-generation remote access and remote support company, raised an additional $15m in funding, closing its funding round at 65M. The company intends to use the funds to accelerate global expansion by amplifying the brand, attracting talent, and expanding its enterprise presence. - FINSME

FinSMEs.com - 2021/03/11

Splashtop Inc. a next-generation remote access and remote support firm, has secured an additional $15m from existing investors Sapphire Ventures, Storm Ventures, NEA, and DFJ DragonFund. - Business Leader UK

Business Leader - 2021/03/10

Angus Connal from TMCnet recommends Splashtop Business Access among the tools needed when setting up a home office.

TMCnet.com - 2021/03/10

Splashtop Inc, a provider of next-generation remote access and remote support software, has secured 15 million in funding – Venture Capital Journal

Venture Capital Journal - 2021/03/10

Jane McCallion from ITPro, recommends Splashtop as one of the best remote access software in the industry.

IT Pro - 2021/03/04

In this article from the XAAAS journal, Sunpoint IT Solutions says many MSPs have chosen to use Splashtop since it is generally easy to use, often cheaper than buying new office networking hardware, and allows the employee to work without their untrusted home PC touching the network.

XaaS Journal - 2021/02/16

Several remote access security experts including Splashtop's Jerry Hsieh, share insights on what to look for in a secure remote access solution.

Help Net Security - 2021/02/08

"Splashtop — an emerging leader in next-generation remote access and remote support — announced it has raised $50 million in funding. And the company has received a valuation of over $1 billion." - Amit Chowdhry, Pulse 2.0

Pulse 2.0 - 2021/02/06

Michael Crider from Digital Trends, explains how remote desktop tools can help users control their computers from their phone and recommends Splashtop among the best professional options.

Digital Trends - 2021/02/03

Polly Harrison from The Fintech Times, features Splashtop’s unicorn announcement.

The Fintech Times - 2021/02/01

“Remote-desktop software company Splashtop has been valued at USD 1 billion after closing a USD 50 million financing round. The company, which has been profitable since 2015, has a current growth rate of 160% and profits of 60%” - IBR News

ICLG.com - 2021/01/29

“L'explosion du télétravail propulse Splashtop sur la scène européenne.”- Maryse Gros, Le Monde Informatique

Le Monde Informatique - 2021/01/28

The Business Journal highlights Splashtop in the top 25 bay area startups deals in the last week of January 2021.

Silicon Valley Business Journal - 2021/01/27

“Splashtop, a remote access and remote support company, has closed a USD50 million financing round that takes its valuation above the USD1 billion mark”- Private Equity Wire

Private Equity Wire - 2021/01/27

“Splashtop, a San Jose, Calif-based remote access and support platform for businesses, raised $50 million at a $1 billion valuation. Sapphire Ventures led, and was joined by Storm Ventures, NEA and DFJ DragonFund” - Axios.com

Axios - 2021/01/27

“Contrairement à la grande majorité des licornes qui ignorent les pertes financières tout en poursuivant une forte croissance, Splashtop est rentable depuis 2015. Le taux de croissance actuel de l'entreprise de 160% et les bénéfices de 60% représentent des niveaux de performance exceptionnels.”

InfoDSI - 2021/01/27

“En 2020, Splashtop a développé sa présence mondiale, en réalisant d’importants investissements en Europe, avec l'ouverture d'un siège à Amsterdam et l'inauguration d'un datacenter en Allemagne. ” - ITRSoftware

ITRSoftware - 2021/01/27

In its News Briefs, the Venture Capital Journal highlights Splashtop’s 50 million investment pushing its valuation to 1 billion and making Splashtop a unicorn.

Venture Capital Journal - 2021/01/27

After an interview with Splashtop’s Alexander Draaijer, Rahul Raj, from the Silicon Canals explains how Splashtop’s European HQ in Amsterdam plays a vital role in its post unicorn growth strategy.

Silicon Canals - 2021/01/27

"Splashtop, a San Jose, Calif.-based remote support company, raised $50 million, valuing it at over $1 billion. Sapphire Ventures led the round and was joined by investors including NEA, DFJ DragonFund, and Storm Ventures” - Fortune TermSheet Jan 27, 2021

FORTUNE - 2021/01/27

Barney Cotton from the UK Business Leader journal covers highlights the Splashtop Unicorn story.

Business Leader - 2021/01/27

“L’entreprise californienne Splashtop a annoncé ce 27 janvier une levée de fonds de 50 millions de dollars. Ce tour de table a été mené par Sapphire Ventures (sorti du giron de l’Allemand SAP en 2011) et il inclut les investisseurs historiques comme NEA, DFJ DragonFund et Storm Ventures.” - Aude Chardenon, L'Usine Digital

L'Usine Digitale - 2021/01/27

Cromwell Schubart from the Business Journal, shares takeaways from his interview with Splashtop’s CEO on the company’s journey to unicorn status.

Silicon Valley Business Journal - 2021/01/27

Finsmes highlights Splashtop Unicorn announcement in its Venture Capital Deals and News.

FinSMEs.com - 2021/01/27

Chris Metinko from Crunchbase News provides key insights into Splashtop long road to Unicorn Status.

Crunchbase - 2021/01/27

Paul Sawers from Venturebeat explains what Splashtop’s unicorn announcement means for lager enterprises and the “Anywhere Access” trend.

VentureBeat - 2021/01/27

“Splashtop wordt nieuwste tech unicorn met opvallende winstcijfers en hoge klanttevredenheid.” - Persberichten

Persberichten.com - 2021/01/27

Computable spreekt Alexander Draaijer, algemeen directeur voor de EMEA-regio, over de groeiambities van het bedrijf.

Computable - 2021/01/27

Caleb Clark from Digital Trends reviews and ranks the best remote access software for 2021. Splashtop makes the list and is highlighted as the most flexible remote desktop provider.

Digital Trends - 2021/01/15

TechRadar lists Splashtop among its top 3 best remote desktop software to try in 2021.

TechRadar - 2021/01/07

Marc Saltzman from USA today shares how Splashtop and other remote software are the best solutions for tech support on holiday gifts.

USA Today - 2020/12/27

Justin Meredith from AppleToolBox, explains how Splashtop can be used to transform any iPad into a second monitor for Windows computers.

IT Pro - 2020/12/15

Edtech Digest describes how Splashtop for Remote Labs enables universities, community colleges, and K-12 schools to optimize the use of their computer lab resources while enabling more users to remotely access lab-based Mac and Windows computers and software using any personal computing device.

EdTech Digest - 2020/11/16

Jacqueline Renfrow from Fierce Education, shares the Splashtop Survey results and what it means for e-learning efficiency in higher education.

Fierce Education - 2020/11/16

Aside from Splashtop's multiple authentication requirements, Splashtop emerged as a clear winner for being user friendly and providing an uncluttered, streamlined interface.

business.com - 2020/11/13

TecHRseries highlights Splashtop Global Education survey results and key insights on what it means for education in a remote learning environment.

TecHRseries - 2020/11/11

Beebom reviews the 12 best TeamViewer alternatives and ranks Splashtop in the top 3 remote desktop software to use as a replacement for TeamViewer due to its low cost.

Beebom - 2020/11/09

James Sterling from ProClockers and TechStalkers, recommends Splashtop as the best remote desktop software for maximizing productivity when working from home.

ProClockers - 2020/10/22

In this article from the Guardsman, Wilson sheds and others shed light on their experience of using Splashtop to remotely connect to campus computers to access necessary softwares.

The Guardsman - 2020/10/12

ZDNet recommends Splashtop among the top must-have tools for optimal team productivity and collaboration.

ZDNet - 2020/10/12

RW Networks praises Splashtop for making their remote support simple with Splashtop SOS.

RW ​​Networks Inc. - 2020/10/07

Christopher Gilbert from eCampus News explains how Splashtop is providing students with remote access to crucial on-campus computer labs.

eCampus News - 2020/10/07

In this article from USA Today, Marc Saltzman explains how Splashtop Wired XDisplay and other essential gear can make a virtual back to school very functional.

USA Today - 2020/08/20

In this article from University Business, Matt Zalaznick shares how Wayne State University and Portland Community College used Splashtop to allows arts and engineering students to do hands-on projects from home.

University Business - 2020/08/20

Kate Chester, Director of Public Relations & Community Engagement at Portland Community College explains how her community college IT department contracted with Splashtop for cloud-based remote access capability to enable remote learning in the spring and beyond.

Portland Business Journal - 2020/08/20

In this article from TVN Tech Jennifer Pallanich explains how stations like Gray Television rely on Splashtop for continuing to remotely create and produce broadcast content like never before.

TVNewsCheck - 2020/07/28

Zach DeMeyer from the Security Boulevard Blog recommends Splashtop as the remote desktop solution for IT admins supporting Macs.

Security Boulevard - 2020/06/30

Ellen Chamberlain from the Gander newsroom explains how Wayne State University has partnered with Splashtop to provide its students with remote access to 300 on-campus computers.

The Gander - 2020/06/30

Joe McKendrick from Forbes refers to the Splashtop WFH survey results & it's meaning for virtual workplaces.

Forbes - 2020/06/30

Andriy Bas, CEO & Co-founder at UP TECH recommends Splashtop as a handy remote desktop tool for working remotely.

Uptech, Inc. - 2020/06/08

In this article from VPNranks, Abdul Rehman shares some WFH Tips from Splashtop CEO Mark Lee and other experts in the field.

VPNRanks.com - 2020/05/18

In this article from London Loves business, John Saunders recommends Splashtop among the top needed tools to enable businesses to work from home efficiently.

LondonlovesBusiness - 2020/05/13

iGeek recommends Splashtop as a must-have app for any Android devices used for business.

Igeekphone.com - 2020/05/11

PC Support Midlands explains how pc users can transform cellphones and tablets into additional PC monitors by using Splashtop Wired XDisplay.

PC Support Midlands Ltd - 2020/05/11

WindowsReport.com reviews and names Splashtop as the top 3 best remote control software for Windows 10.

WindowsReport.com - 2020/05/11

To build a pop-up COVID19 facility, BDP architects remotely accessed in-studio computers with Splashtop Business Access.

Bristol24/7 - 2020/05/08

The online ChannelPro SMB Forum aimed at helping MSPs and IT solution providers build an action plan for surviving—and thriving—in these uncertain times. At the end of the event, attendees of the forum voted and selected Splashtop as the best new solution.

ChannelPro Network - 2020/05/07

Bill Sammons from the Bill Sammons & Denise Harper show explains how he used Splashtop remote access software to access Wide Orbit at his radio station to continue broadcasting his show.

AllAccess.com - 2020/05/07

IT Pro identifies Splashtop among the best remote access solutions that make it easier for staff to work remotely, and for IT to support them, without losing productivity.

IT Pro - 2020/05/07

Bruceb Consulting identifies Splashtop as the most popular product for remote access and shares tips on how to get started quickly.

Bruceb News - 2020/04/21

Support Midlands explains why Splashtop is the best remote access software solution out there: “it’s a sharp, reliable and affordable solution that is highly regarded among 99% of its users.”

PC Support Midlands - 2020/04/21

The Union Journal shares that to bridge the gap between users and technologies that enable teleworking, Splashtop is offering generous discounts on its remote access software.

The Union Journal - 2020/04/16

In an article with AIA, John Marx highlights how he and 41 other colleagues have been able to work right from the office PC using Splashtop.

AIA - 2020/04/16

In this review, Daniel Blechynden from TechRadar, analyzes Splashtop as one of the world’s most popular remote access solutions.

TechRadar - 2020/04/07

Patrick Evans, KESQ News Channel 3 meteorologist, uses Splashtop to connect to the weather system from his own laptop at home.

Coachella Valley Weekly - 2020/04/01

Splashtop listed as the top 2 most in demand software for supporting WFH by G2.

G2 Research Hub - 2020/04/01

Aside from a high speed internet connection and your computer, smartphone, and printer, technology like Splashtop is what makes working from home possible.

AiUpNow.com - 2020/04/01

Splashtop is listed among the top 10 productivity apps working parents need.

BabyGaga.com - 2020/04/01

In Seaside Heights, thanks to Splashtop, Borough Administrator Christopher Vaz was able to allow employees to recreate their workplace computer desktops at home, while guarding against hacking with encryption, verification and other cyber security measures.

NJ Advance Media - 2020/04/01

Indy IT, an IT consulting firm, is using Splashtop in real-time to help clients with their systems, and also helped to get them ready to work from home before the crisis hit.

Indianapolis News - 2020/04/01

In this Q&A, Alistair Kell, principal: IT and process at BDP, explains how Splashtop help his firm get 1,350 staff working remotely in just 48 hours amid the coronavirus crisis.

BIM+ - 2020/03/27

Adrian Weckler lists Splashtop among the 10 must-have tools for small firms forced into remote work.

Belfast Telegraph Digital - 2020/03/27

Annie Pillon from Small Business Trends, recommends Splashtop among the top software programs to efficiently work from home.

Small Business Trends - 2020/03/27

Splashtop CEO Mark Lee was recently a guest on BBC’s World Business Report. He joined other business leaders, discussing the global WFH / Work from Home trend.

BBC - 2020/03/24

Kenoshanews highlights Splashtop as a great solution to enable WFH for small businesses.

Kenoshanews - 2020/03/24

This article shares an interesting view on how COVID19 has affected architects and how Splashtop can enable architects to maintain their workflow during the COVID19 crisis.

Archdaily - 2020/03/24

Fleetworld emphasizes the importance of putting in place the right infrastructure to enable employees to work from home. Technology is the answer, and Splashtop plays a key role in it.

Fleet World - 2020/03/24

In this article from tech.co, Jack Turner highlights Splashtop as a reliable tool to extend tablets as a second screen.

Tech.co - 2020/03/24

The Law Society Information Technology association recommends Splashtop as one of the best affordable tools to implement a Working from Home infrastructure.

The Law Society of Ireland - 2020/03/24

TechRadar highlights Splashtop as a great way to help businesses transition from the corporate office to the home office.

TechRadar - 2020/03/18

Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols recommends Splashtop for remote workers looking for a remote desktop solution. He also provides overall insight on how to set up an efficient WFH workspace.

Computer World - 2020/03/18

In this article from Independent.i.e., Adrian Weckler lists Splashtop as one of 10 must-have WFH tools for small businesses

Independent.ie - 2020/03/18

This press release from TecHR Series covers what Splashtop is doing to help during the COVID19 crisis.

TecHR Series - 2020/03/18

This article explores how to set up a productive WFH workspace, and one of the first tools you will need when setting up your WFH workspace is remote access software like Splashtop.

Medium - 2020/03/18

Below is a roundup of all the free upgrades to services and software licenses offered during the Coronavirus Outbreak.

BleepingComputer - 2020/03/18

Kristin Wilson mentions Splashtop, among many others, as one of the best resources to work remotely.

Medium - 2020/03/18

In this article from CMS Wire, Dom Nicastro writes about how companies like Splashtop Inc. are handling the new normal forced upon them by COVID-19.

CMS Wire - 2020/03/13

In this review, Business.com names Splashtop, the best remote PC Access Software of 2020. Aside from “Splashtop's multiple authentication requirements, the software is easy to use and provides an uncluttered, streamlined interface,” said Skye Schooley from Business.com

business.com - 2020/01/15

Splashtop has launched Mirror Assist and an update to Mirroring360 designed to help larger schools more easily implement and manage the screen sharing solution.

T.H.E. Journal - 2015/02/12

Splashtop is a service that allows for all sorts of screen sharing. Want to show your iPad screen on your projector? Want to control your desktop computer from you iPad? Want your students to be able to control your desktop? How about having your students share their screens with the class. With Splashtop Classroom and Mirroring360 all of this is possible, regardless of what classroom devices you have.

The Ed Tech Round Up - 2014/10/25

Here at Daily Edventures, we’re always excited to share new apps that have the potential to transform the 1:1 classroom experience, and our announcement today with Splashtop Inc. makes us very excited indeed. The Splashtop Whiteboard app, built on top of the Splashtop Remote Desktop, now turns any Windows 8 device into an interactive whiteboard. And we’re fortunate to have Splashtop co-founder Thomas Deng with us today to talk about what this app does, and what inspired its creation.

dailyedventures - 2014/04/29

A PR email about the Fire TV excitedly states "The affordable $99 media streaming box beats out Apple TV, Roku, and Chromecast for serious gamers because it comes preloaded with Splashtop to enable 3D gaming /remote desktop to TVs. For $39 you can get the ultimate gaming controller for an even better gaming experience…. Watch out game consoles!" Yes, Amazon made a special controller for the Fire TV that's aimed squarely at gamers, with the familiar XYAB button configuration with a D-pad and twin joystick layout that mirrors the 360 controller.

GamesRadar - 2014/04/04

At AMD, we’re committed to enabling the best possible PC experiences, and today, we’re helping you bring your desktop PC experience with you on-the-go. Recently, Splashtop® announced that their Splashtop Streamer application is now optimized for select AMD Radeon™ GPUs and APUs, allowing users to stream content, such as games and videos, from their AMD-powered desktop PCs with super low latency.

AMD Blogs - 2014/03/27

How IT can offset the hassle of #WindowsXP migration. @splashtopchief speaks out https://bit.ly/1iu94cC @DianaHwangTT @techtarget

Search Consumerization Techtarget - 2014/03/11

App delivery techniques: Leverage #virtualization & web-based apps with @Splashtop https://bit.ly/O5WNhb @techtarget

Search Consumerization Techtarget - 2014/02/26

10 iOS biz apps topping the #AppStore: @Splashtop allows users to access both Windows & Mac from #iOS device https://bit.ly/1fO4jmH @eweek

eWeek - 2014/02/26

IT administrators and technology specialists lay out the top technology trends for the year ahead in the K-12 space.

T.H.E. Journal - 2014/02/26

NEW YORK -- Performance is a big concern around remote application access on mobile devices, but there are ways to deliver apps and data from the cloud without compromising speed.

Search Consumerization Techtarget 2013 - 2013/10/17

Business 2 Community - 2013/10/03

Splashtop2 is leading the way in mobile-to-computer virtual desktop use.

Android Central - 2013/09/28

Most conversations about the rapid growth of BYOD (bring your own device) and BYOA (bring your own application) start with the ubiquity of smartphones. “Look around– on the bus, in the subway, at a fast food restaurant– everyone is constantly looking at their smartphones. They have become our command center for organizing and communicating with the world around us,” says Thomas Pedersen, CEO of OneLogin, a multinational cloud identity provider. However, other technology developments are contributing to the BYO trends, and the trends themselves are now driving additional changes in the technology environment.

Inc. Magazine Productivity@Work - 2013/09/17

There are certainly plenty of ways to access the files on your desktop or laptop computer, but one of the simplest and most secure methods involves remote access. The developers at Splashtop have created an excellent app just for this. Read on to discover why we recommend this app and how you can use it.

businessBee - 2013/09/12

Dental Economics - 2013/08/22

Enterprise mobility is unavoidable. And full-blown containerization or virtual desktop solutions aren't cheap. If you're looking for an affordable alternative, take a peek at Goodwill's approach. Lacking funds but facing an imperative to mobilize its workforce, Goodwill settled on a combination of tools from Splashtop and AirWatch. Splashtop is a remote desktop access software originally rooted in the consumer world; AirWatch provides device and application management capabilities.

FierceCIO - 2013/08/19

When the grants that fund Goodwill International began to require onsite job assistance programs, the organization had no choice but to become a mobile enterprise. Doing this on disparate devices and a nonprofit budget wasn't easy, but remote desktop and mobile management tools did the job.

CIO - 2013/08/15

Mobile devices like the iPad have come a long way in terms of features and usability. You can get actual work done with a the right apps on a touchscreen, but there are still times you need access to a desktop environment. However, you don’t have to put the iPad down to do that any more. In fact, there are plenty of remote desktop apps for the iPad, at least one of which will fulfill your needs for a mobile, touch-friendly remote desktop app.

GEEK - 2013/08/13

The bring-your-own-device (BYOD) movement has been ushering new devices into the enterprise for the last couple of years, peppering what were once all-Windows environments with machines that run iOS, Android, OS X, Chrome OS and more. A variety of new device and application management products have arrived to help IT staffers negotiate the ensuing complexity -- but one of the BYOD strategies gaining the most traction isn't new at all: desktop virtualization.

InformationWeek - 2013/08/07

Since late last year, report after report has declared that PC sales are falling because users now prefer tablets and smartphones. But tablets aren't the only reason the PC market has been in disarray. Desktop virtualization has also played a behind-the-scenes role -- and that's been bad news for not only PCs, but also for Windows 8.

InformationWeek - 2013/08/07

Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey implemented Splashtop for Business to provide secure access to backend systems and applications from mobile devices.

ZDNet - 2013/08/01

Razor-thin margins explain why Apple sells its mobile devices direct, but Microsoft is trying to side-step that issue with a controversial distribution strategy.

Channelinsider - 2013/07/25

brian madden - 2013/06/21

Want to test Windows 8 out on a touch-screen device and only have an Android-powered tablet to hand? ... Win8 Metro Testbed uses Splashtop in order to bring the full Windows 8 experience to any Android-powered tablet, giving the illusion of Microsoft’s upcoming tablet and desktop operating system running right on the tablet in front of you.

Redmond Pie - 2013/06/06

So you need to grab that hilarious gif from your desktop remotely. No worries, you can tunnel in with, wait, darnit your office PC is snoozing, and not on the wired network (so not even wake-on-LAN to the rescue). Splashtop's woken up to that scenario, though, and in a collaboration with Intel will be bringing "wake over WiFi" functionality to its popular remote desktop app. Your target PC will need Intel's Smart Connect Technology to make use of the feature, which is coming to Splashtop 2 Remote Desktop for iPad and iPhone first, with Android and other platforms to follow.

engadget - 2013/06/04

Most IT organizations are reconciled to the fact that managing mobile computing deployments is the next big challenge. The issue is finding a way to not only accomplish that goal on their own terms, but also in a way that doesn’t break the bank.

IT Business Edge - 2013/05/30

Remote desktop vendor Splashtop has recognized that the bring-your-own device (BYOD) trend is in full flow. The firm has released a new solution so IT departments can offer workers secure access to any business application from any device.

TabTimes - 2013/05/30

Cross-device computing and collaboration company Splashtop has released Splashtop Business and Splashtop Enterprise for IT remote support this week to provide managed services providers (MSPs) with a solution that offers unlimited remote control of physical and virtual computers.

Channel Futures - 2013/03/29

NVIDIA - 2013/03/22

Remote desktops might be the right BYOD solution for some vertical markets. Will Kelly gives us an overview of Splashtop for Good.

TechRepublic - 2013/03/07

Whether it be its iOS, Android or Windows 8 users, Splashtop does a pretty good job at keeping them happy by introducing new things here and there, and the very latest may be no exception to that -- well, at least to some.

engadget - 2013/01/31

Streaming PC game play will soon be a bit nicer for Splashtop users. The company has announced a new app that will allow users to create and customize virtual joysticks. The app is called “Configurable Shortcuts and Gamepads app for Splashtop 2″ and will be priced at $0.99. Getting this out right from the beginning, the app will be available in Google Play from February 1, 2013.

ANDROID COMMUNITY - 2013/01/31

Splashtop is at the Florida Education Technology Conference (FETC) in Orlando, FL this week to demonstrate two of its mobile technology applications.

the Journal - 2013/01/30

Windows and Mac users may already be familiar with Splashtop's Streamer remote desktop software, but until just recently Linux users didn't have that option for accessing their PCs from a mobile device.

PCWorld - 2012/11/28

Ever been 500 miles away from your Ubuntu Linux server and the only computing device you had to manage it was an Android smartphone or an Apple iPad? Splashtop is working on the program for you: Splashtop Streamer for Linux.

ZDNet - 2012/11/28

With its recent introduction of Splashtop for Business, Splashtop has completed its transition from the instant-on movement it championed when it was still called DeviceVM to a global, enterprise-ready purveyor of management and remote access solutions for mobile devices and BYOD environments. As CEO and co-founder Mark Lee puts it, "We're looking at a consumerization play."

Virtualization Review - 2012/11/27

Shortly after launching its Win8 Metro Testbed on Cupertino's tablet, Splashtop's bringing the Microsoft OS simulator over to the Android side. The app is essentially identical to that of the iPad, meaning it'll give developers (or any other adventurers) a Windows 8 canvas to test out possible future applications on Redmond's novel platform.

Engadget - 2012/06/07

Want to try out Windows 8's Metro interface, without having to ditch your Android tablet? Now you can. Remote desktop vendor Splashtop announced Wednesday that it would add Android support to its Windows 8 Metro testbed product, which allows users to simulate a Metro tablet environment.

NetworkWorld - 2012/06/05

Talk Android - 2012/06/05

Having already released their consumer offering for the BlackBerry PlayBook the folks from Splashtop Inc. have now moved onto their latest release into BlackBerry App World. Splashtop Pro is the enterprise offering from the company that will not only appeal to IT Admins, but the employee's whose companies are now making use of the BlackBerry PlayBook within their workforce.

CrackBerry.com - 2012/05/11

Derek Schauland shows you how the new Splashtop app for the iPad works to allow Windows 8 Metro testing on non-tablets like a PC. ... The fact that the Splashtop apps bring full on tablet functionality to a non-tablet environment has huge potential for developers and admins alike.

TechRepublic - 2012/05/09

Those of us without handy access to Windows 7-generation tablets for testing the OS got a break on April 12, when Splashtop Inc. launched its "Win8 Metro Testbed." The testbed is a remote desktop application that displays Windows 8 from a PC on an Apple iPad. It's more than just a screenscrape, though -- what's important about what Splashtop has done is the company took the innovative gestures Microsoft developed for Windows 8 and made them work on the iPad.

Redmond Channel Partner - 2012/05/02

Windows users who want to access and control their Macs can set up a connection using the free Splashtop Remote app. Accessing a Mac from a PC has always been doable by setting up VNC (virtual network computing) sharing on the Mac and installing a VNC client on the PC. But many people may find it quicker and simpler using Splashtop to create the connection.

cnet - 2012/04/19

Cross-device computing experts at Splashtop scored a deal with Lenovo, which will preload Splashtop’s apps on its tablets and PCs. Starting in May, customers purchasing Lenovo PCs will get Splashtop Streamer out of box, while those who go for Lenovo ThinkPad tablets will get Splashtop Remote Desktop HD. This is turn will allow users to create a personal cloud and access files on a PC from their tablets while on the go.

IntoMobile - 2012/04/17

We’ve been fans of Splashtop’s remote access apps for quite a while, so when we heard the company was working on a new remote desktop app for Windows 8, we jumped at the chance to take it for a test drive. Dubbed Win8 Metro Testbed-powered by Splashtop, the app is meant to provide Windows 8 developers with an easy way to create tablet apps for Microsoft’s latest OS without having to pick up an expensive Windows tablet. ... From the looks of it, Splashtop’s Win8 Metro Testbed has the makings of another excellent remote access app

LAPTOP - 2012/04/12

If you’ve got Windows 8 Consumer Preview running on a PC, Splashtop’s Win8 Metro Testbed will stream it to your iPad, while allowing for all the same touch gestures you’d get on a proper Windows 8 tablet. ... I’m satisfied with the app, which provides a good sense of what it feels like to use a Windows 8 tablet. And it has a side benefit: You can use it to access your desktop while connected to the same Wi-Fi network, so you can access Flash video sites such as Hulu on the iPad.

TIME - 2012/04/12

If you want to get a taste of Windows 8 for tablets, a new app for the iPad can simulate the Metro UI on Apple's tablet. Called Win8 Metro Testbed, the app is made by Splashtop, a company known for its remote desktop apps for iOS and Android. ... The app uses the native touch gestures of Windows 8 tablets, such as swiping from the left to switch apps, swiping to the right to reveal the Charms (options) menu or pull from the top to close an app.

CIO - 2012/04/12

Now, Windows 8 tablet developers -- or anyone, for that matter -- can test their apps and play with the Microsoft's Metro interface from within the confines of Apple's ubiquitous tablet. The functionality is made possible by Splashtop. ... It seems that a good amount of effort went into this application, known as the Win8 Metro Testbed, which offers the same swipe capabilities that will be available on a native system.

Engadget - 2012/04/12

PC Magazine - 2012/04/12

The Win 8 Metro Testbed app offers support for Windows 8 Metro UI gestures in what appears to be a fast, low latency environment. ... this will be a boon for developers who couldn't make it to Microsoft's BUILD conference last year, and lack access to a Windows 8 development tablet to test the software they're creating.

The Verge - 2012/04/11

Want to see how Windows 8 looks and feels on atablet? Now you can tap into the experience on your iPad via an app called Win8 Metro Testbed. Designed by the folks at Splashtop, the new app lets iPad users drive the current Windows 8 beta in all its touch-screen glory by remotely controlling the OS from a desktop. ... Running Windows 8 from my PC was very fluid and responsive. I was able to swipe and pinch and finger my way around the OS with virtually no lag time.

cnet - 2012/04/11

Splashtop on Thursday released a new tablet application that replicates the Windows 8 touch-driven Metro user interface on the iPad, which should help developers test applications for Microsoft's next OS without investing in a Windows tablet.  The "Win8 Metro Testbed -- powered by Splashtop" ... replicates the Windows 8 UI, and developers will be able to test specific touch-driven applications

PC World - 2012/04/11

Summary: If you’re developing Metro apps for Windows 8, how do you test touch features? One option is to use a new app called Win8 Metro Testbed, which allows an iPad to access a Windows 8 machine over a network. The remote connection is surprisingly responsive.

ZDnet - 2012/04/11

The world of cross-device computing inched closer with the release today of a new "Win8 Metro Testbed" connection solution from Splashtop Inc.  "We have been coordinating very closely with Microsoft to support Metro applications," explained Mark Lee, Splashtop's CEO. "In the whole process, we've found it is very challenging for developers to appreciate the Metro experience without having a Windows 8 tablet. ... So we came out with the idea that we all have iPads because we are developing iPad apps, and let's turn these iPads to run, enable and remote into a vendor's PC."

Redmondmag.com - 2012/04/11

Splashtop Inc., one of the most successful app sellers in the Apple App Store and on Google Play, released "Win8 Metro Testbed -- powered by Splashtop." ... Splashtop Inc. was primarily thinking about developers when it created, and priced, the tool. ... What Splashtop did was create a way for the native Windows 8 Metro touch gestures to work on the iPad.

Redmond Channel Partner - 2012/04/11

For those keen to see just how the Metro UI will look and function at tablet level, your prayers may just have been answered by a company named Splashtop. A veteran in the remote desktop apps scene, it has really set a new benchmark by creating an app offering a relatively accurate Windows 8 tablet Metro UI to the market-leading iPad.

Redmond Pie - 2012/04/11

LAPTOP - 2012/03/23

After the iPad, Splashtop is bringing its Whiteboard app to the growing army of Android tablet owners. As you can imagine from the application’s name, it allows teachers and students to turn their tablet into an interactive whiteboard.

IntoMobile - 2012/03/15

Splashtop, a California-based software company founded in 1996, has released an application that gives functionality similar to that of an interactive whiteboard to Android-based tablet computers. The application, Splashtop Whiteboard, allows annotations to be made on a tablet computer and displayed through an existing projector or interactive whiteboard when the tablet is connected to a school computer via a wireless network connection.

T.H.E. Journal - 2012/03/14

Splashtop is one of the premier remote desktop apps out there and, at CES, we got a pretty sweet demo of it pushing full screen games and HD video from a Windows 7 PC to a Tegra 3 tablet. Now that version (THD) is available for download in the Android Market.

Engadget - 2012/03/02

If you need to emulate your Mac or Windows desktop on your iPad, or you're dead set on showing some Flash video or animation, the Splashtop app (and accompanying desktop software) is one of the easiest ways to do it.

Wired - 2012/01/31

AppAdvice - 2012/01/31

Both apps offer a way to remotely tap into your office computer, but which is the best? Inc.'s John Brandon weighs in. ... The verdict? The next time I hit the road, I plan to use the more affordable Splashtop app. I recommend it to other users looking for a way to tap into their office computers, whether they are up in the air or at the coffee shop.

Inc. Magazine - 2012/01/26

LAPTOP - 2012/01/11

If you've been holding out and waiting for a really good remote desktop solution to arrive on the BlackBerry PlayBook, well -- that wait is over. Splashtop Remote Desktop HD has now arrived for the BlackBerry PlayBook and is available in BlackBerry App World.

CrackBerry.com - 2012/01/11

Without so much of a hitch in the graphics, NVIDIA showed off the Transformer Prime running the app Splashtop, it running a desktop through its display and, believe it or not, the massively popular game Skyrim. Splashtop will certainly gain a whole lot of bonus users after this, you can bet – that and the Transformer Prime without a doubt. The PC renders the graphics, the Transformer Prime shows off the game, you play it.

SlashGear - 2012/01/10

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the webOS Nation Best of 2011 Awards. We received nine thousand votes for this year’s awards ... but in the end, there can be only one Best of 2011. Best webOS Tablet App of 2011:    Winner:   Splashtop Remote Desktop HD Best webOS Business/Finance App of 2011:    Winner:   Splashtop Remote Desktop HD

webOS Nation - 2011/12/28

Splashtop Inc., provider of best-in-class cross-device computing experience across tablets, phones, computers and TVs, has announced complete optimization of the Splashtop Remote Desktop HD application with the NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core mobile processor. The award winning Remote Desktop HD application optimization for NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core mobile processor will provide high performance for delivering enhanced gaming and HD video experience.

TMCnet.com - 2011/12/21

If you’re planning to pick up a Tegra 3-powered tablet (i.e. the ASUS Transformer Prime) in the future, Splashtop Remote Desktop HD is an appyou might want to pick up. Splashtop Inc. announced today that its desktop cross-device computing software, Splashtop Remote Desktop HD, has been optimized for NVIDIA’s Tegra 3 processor and is capable of delivering 60+ frames per second andsub-40 millisecond latency. While this doesn’t mean that much if you’re using Splashtop Remote Desktop HD to do things like edit documents, it makes a world of difference when it comes to gaming or watching HD videos.

Ubergizmo - 2011/12/19

PC Magazine - 2011/12/09

Even if you're halfway across the world, the $3 Splashtop app will let you stream music, movies, and TV shows from your computer to your Kindle Fire. That means you can access any file you own (as long as you're on Wi-Fi) without worrying about storage space. Watch the video to find out how to configure Splashtop.

cnet How To - 2011/12/02

If you like the idea of accessing files on your desktop computer from your tablet, you’re probably familiar with Splashtop Remote Desktop. The app that’s currently available on most tablets out there has one more device to add to its repertoire – Amazon’s hot-selling Kindle Fire tablet. Remote Desktop turns the Kindle Fire into a device that’s capable of more than just consuming content – it basically turns your tablet into a portable version of your desktop.

Ubergizmo - 2011/11/29

PC Magazine - 2011/11/04

Tablets are growing in popularity in the enterprise, but managing them effectively can be a challenge for IT. Splashtop says its latest release eases the headache for IT with a cloud-based system that it’s easy to deploy. Building on the company’snamesake service, the new Splashtop Pro is designed for corporate IT, service providers and system integrators.

TabTimes - 2011/11/01

Ever thought about what Windows or OS X might look like on an Android device? A lot of Android users were fantasizing about having Windows 8 on their tablets, after the Windows 8 launch, that is. Well, stop dreaming and smell the, hmm, window cleaner? Just kidding… But still, check out Splashtop Remote Desktop, it will make your Windows 8-meets-Android dreams come true!

AndroidPIT - 2011/10/26

Splashtop Remote Desktop is a good method for remotely accessing Windows PCs and Macs using the HP TouchPad. It turns these remote systems into a touch-optimized system on the tablet. ... Splashtop Remote Desktop for the TouchPad is a very polished app that extends the utility of the tablet. It is a solid method for performing system maintenance remotely on Windows or Macs. It is also a good way to access programs remotely that are not native to the TouchPad.

ZDNet - 2011/09/26

Splashtop Remote Desktop is now available for Mac. If you have not tried it yet, it is a remote-desktop software that allows a Mac computer (there’s a PC version as well) to be controlled remotely by another device (PC, Mac, Android, iOS). There are a number of possible uses for this type of software but a couple of examples come to mind: you could access files and applications that are too heavy for a mobile device to handle, or too sensitive to put on a laptop. You may also play a video or use a website/app that would not run natively on a tablet or smartphone.

Ubergizmo - 2011/09/22

Splashtop has brought its Remote Desktop tool to Mac OS X. ... The new Mac client is a pretty good deal. Splashtop Remote Desktop has replaced my use of Screens on the iPad and has displaced TightVNC as my preferred remoting solution on Windows 7 Home Premium.

Arstechnica - 2011/09/21

Not content with creating the possibility of (emulated) Wii gaming on Android tablets, Splashtop continues to spread itself across pretty much anything with a screen, with a Mac-friendly version available now at the Mac App Store. This release allows both Mac OS X 10.6 and Windows to hold hands across the great OS divide -- nice to see Splashtop is still beavering away at its "Bridge to Anywhere."

Engadget - 2011/09/21

At its current discounted price of $4.99 (down from its standard $19.99 price), Splashtop Remote Desktop might be the least expensive way to gain remote access to a PC or Mac from an iPad. It installs quickly and is dead simple to use. In this brief tutorial, I'll show you how it works.

cnet How To - 2011/08/12

Wish you had an extra monitor but don’t feel like spending any extra money on getting one? If you have a computer running Windows 7, a WiFi connection and an iPad – you’re in luck. Splashtop Inc. has just announced the release of its Splashtop XDisplay app for iPad that turns your iPad into your second monitor for your desktop or laptop computer.

Ubergizmo - 2011/07/27

I got iPhoto '11 to run on the iPad using a remote desktop software called Splashtop. Splashtop streams whatever is on your Mac screen to your iPad at its native 1024 x 768 resolution, allowing you to control it remotely. iPhoto '11 fits the iPad perfectly right now. Once I was connected to my Mac, I set iPhoto in the new full screen mode. It didn't just fit the iPad perfectly; full screen iPhoto '11 actually feels designed entirely for the iPad, from top to bottom.

Gizmodo - 2011/05/24

A quality remote desktop app can be a device changer for the iPad, and there are so many to choose from in the App Store. A relatively new entry into the crowded genre is Splashtop Remote Desktop for iPad which connects to your Mac or Windows computer on your iPad from anywhere you have an internet connection. Now the big question is what makes this app different from all the rest, and the answer is speed.

AppAdvice - 2011/02/01

Splashtop Remote allows for movie and music streaming, together with access to files and applications, remote PC and Flash gameplay, and the ability to wake up a computer remotely via “Wake-on-LAN”.

Android Community - 2011/01/07

Shortly after bringing your Windows PC to the iPhone, iPod and iPad, the aforementioned company has now issued an Android client. As you'd probably guess, it allows anyone with an Android-based smartphone or tablet to tap into their networked Windows PC, with content and applications both accessible.

Engadget - 2011/01/07

That means pictures, video, documents, games, and any other file or program on a main PC is up for grabs no matter where you are. Splashtop's remote connection is so strong, you'll feel like your treasured media files are right in front of you. And that's the point.

Laptop - 2011/01/07

PC Magazine - 2011/01/06

Splashtop does look pretty handy. It books quickly to a minimalist OS that features Chromium, the open-source version of Chrome, with Flash pre-installed. There's a search bar powered by Bing.

Lifehacker - 2010/12/01

We’ve long admired Splashtop, the instant-on OS that boots quickly and provides simple web browsing, photo viewing, and other basic tasks faster than you can say “Windows 7 Home Premium” three times backwards…

Laptopmag.com - 2010/11/30

Ubergizmo - 2010/11/30

Splashtop OS should appeal to users who want quick access to the Internet, but who also want access to native applications, and either want or don't mind Windows. If Microsoft chooses to push the technology as a way to promote Bing, the downloadable Splashtop could reach a far greater audience.

LinuxDevices - 2010/11/29

The latest version of the Splashtop OS, now in beta, is a lightweight version of Linux that allows users to surf the Web, access online applications or check e-mail almost instantly after switching on a PC.

PC World - 2010/11/29

The app, which works over a Wi-Fi connection, lets you maneuver around your Windows machine, launching and running apps and doing stuff you can’t do on an iPhone.

pcworld.com - 2010/11/18

The fact that Apple mobile products don't support flash at all is a huge disappointment for a lot of us. Web browsing just isn't the same when content is limited. Luckily, all that is changing thanks to a new app currently available in the App Store... This is a great app for anyone who wants access to more content on their iPad

MTV.com - 2010/11/18

Splashtop Remote Desktop allows you to watch Flash videos on your iPhone Using your iOS device, you can see and control your Windows PC like you are directly in front of it, access all files and programs on it without having to Sync, watch videos (including Flash) and listen to music from your PC- basically do everything that you can do on your PC using your iPhone.

uberphones.com - 2010/11/17

Splashtop's new iPhone app, Remote Desktop, lets you fire up your computer's display on the iPhone. You can control apps, click and type at them, even play audio and video from your computer over the iPhone.

nytimes.com - 2010/09/15

Got "Smart On," "Quick Start," "Express Gate," "QuickWeb," "Latitude ON" or even the plain vanilla Splashtop instant-on OS embedded in your PC? Chances are, sometime next year, you'll be getting a MeeGo app-capable upgrade.

engadget.com - 2010/09/14

If you can’t wait for a tablet running Windows, then a new app from DeviceVM turns the iPad itself into a Flash-playing Windows machine.

ft.com/techblog - 2010/08/26

pcmag.com - 2010/08/25

If you do work up the arm strength and fashion courage to lug this thing outside, however, you'll find that quick connectivity is greatly enhanced by Splashtop, which allows you to quickly boot to a Linux-based shell and run a browser.

engadget.com - 2010/07/26

Google’s PC operating system will consist of a Linux boot system that launches the company’s Chrome browser. You’ll do everything in the browser thanks to Google Apps and other Web-based services, many of which are free. But San Jose-based DeviceVM’s Splashtop already does this on 30 million shipped computers.

venturebeat.com - 2010/01/05

Splashtop, everyone’s favorite instant-on operating system, is getting a major upgrade.

laptopmag.com - 2010/01/05

Consumer demand for portable PCs that can turn on as a fast as a phone is likely to be satisfied by the netbook and smartbook categories in 2010 , but Dell is looking out for small and medium businesses who still prefer notebooks.

ft.com/techblog - 2010/01/02