Enhanced Application Publishing, Rich Graphics, Network Virtualization Benefits With VMware NSX and Features for U.S. Federal Government Customers Expand Use Cases for Virtual Applications and Desktops; Technology Previews Showcase Future Capabilities in Application Delivery; Early Access Program Highlights Support for Linux Desktops
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"VMware disrupted the industry when it offered a compelling option to application publishing with VMware Horizon 6, and we are pushing the innovation envelope again with new application and desktop virtualization capabilities in this latest release," said Sumit Dhawan, senior vice president and general manager, desktop products, End-User Computing, VMware. "Customers can benefit from capabilities that are unique to VMware's unified platform that will help transform their desktops into more secure virtual workspaces, as we leverage the power of virtualization to flexibly deliver any application to any device, anywhere with security and management that is simple and unified. In addition to the advanced capabilities in Horizon 6, the technology previews offer a sneak peek at possible new capabilities to come and represent our relentless focus on delivering value and innovation to customers."
Transforming Desktops and Applications On the Journey to Business Mobility
This release of VMware Horizon 6 introduces new capabilities integrated into a single solution that can empower IT with a streamlined approach for managing Windows applications and desktops. Innovations in application publishing, device support, application and desktop management, and storage and network support can help make managing mobile end-users easier and more cost-effective. Customers can use VMware Horizon 6 to leverage the power of virtualization and transform their desktops into secure virtual workspaces on their way to embracing business mobility.
Key enhancements within VMware Horizon 6 include:
VMware Horizon for Linux Early Access Program
VMware also announced today an early access program for its VMware Horizon for Linux virtual desktop solution. Committed to customer choice, VMware is expanding its virtual desktop capabilities to include support for Red Hat and Ubuntu based Linux desktops. This will enable customers to simplify desktop management using the VMware Horizon platform to access Windows and Linux applications. In addition to centralized management capabilities and 3D graphics acceleration, this solution will allow end-users to remotely access Linux desktops and applications from mobile devices without compromising security while fostering collaboration. To participate in the early access program, register here.
Technology Preview: Enhancing Speed and Flexibility for Application Delivery Including Enhanced Chromebook Support
Demonstrating continued commitment to application and desktop innovations, VMware revealed today two new technology previews -- Project Local and Project Ark. Project Local showcases the ability to deliver greater speed and efficiency for application delivery to end-users by providing virtual applications access to files on local hard drives and folders. Project Ark demonstrates the flexible delivery of published applications to Google Chromebooks through two separate methodologies -- a clientless approach via an HTML5 browser and a client approach using a new lightweight Chrome client.
"Advancements in application publishing and virtual desktops are offering compelling reasons for organizations to switch from physical to virtual systems," said Robert Young, Research Manager at IDC. "VMware offers more than just new features in their new release of VMware Horizon 6 with additional benefits coming from integration with its software-defined data center solutions. This can be an important decision-making factor for customers."
Availability and Pricing
The new release of VMware Horizon 6 is expected to be generally available this week. Contact VMware sales or a local VMware partner for pricing. A free trial is available for download by visiting the VMware website.
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Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements including, among other things, the expected benefits to customers of product features available in Horizon 6, the expected availability of features in the technology preview and early access programs and their benefits to customers and the expected 2015 technology trends. These forward-looking statements are subject to the safe harbor provisions created by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of certain risk factors, including but not limited to: (i) adverse changes in general economic or market conditions; (ii) delays or reductions in consumer, government and information technology spending; (iii) competitive factors, including but not limited to pricing pressures, industry consolidation, entry of new competitors into the virtualization software and cloud, end user and mobile computing industries, and new product and marketing initiatives by VMware's competitors; (iv) VMware's customers' ability to transition to new products and computing strategies such as cloud computing, desktop virtualization and the software defined data center; (v) the uncertainty of customer acceptance of emerging technology; (vi) rapid technological changes in the virtualization software and cloud, end user and mobile computing industries; (vii) changes to product and service development timelines; (viii) VMware's relationship with EMC Corporation and EMC's ability to control matters requiring stockholder approval, including the election of VMware's board members; (ix) VMware's ability to protect its proprietary technology; (x) VMware's ability to attract and retain highly qualified employees; and (xi) the successful integration of acquired companies and assets into VMware. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and are subject to uncertainties and changes in condition, significance, value and effect as well as other risks detailed in documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including VMware's most recent reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K that we may file from time to time, which could cause actual results to vary from expectations. VMware assumes no obligation to, and does not currently intend to, update any such forward-looking statements after the date of this release.
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