The new craze for computers is following the trend that we just recently saw with cellphones. Notice how I said cellphones not smartphones. This is because before the invention of the smartphone, the obsession was to have a smaller and smaller phones while still retaining functionality. Lots of people have poked fun at that including shows such as Corner Gas. The trend that we have seen with smartphones is actually the same in some aspects while opposite in others. What the trend is now is to have thinner, sleeker phones that have larger screens. This follows what we want from our televisions and monitors. So to summarize we want smaller, sleeker technology that can run at the same or higher quality as its predecessors, while increasing screen size. Well all of your dreams are soon to come true with the new Intel Compute Stick.
What is the Intel Compute Stick?
This new computer is about the size of a flash drive with a built in male HDMI plug it allows you to plug it straight into any monitor without the need for extra cords. With 2 GB of RAM, 32 GB of storage, one full sized USB port, Bluetooth 4.0 and a micro USB port for power, this has all the functionality that you would need from a computer that you could stick in your pocket. It can come preloaded with either Windows or Linux.
Comments and Opinions
This is an amazing new leap in the field of compact, travel sized computers. As can be expected the Intel Compute Stick is not a super computer nor will you be able to run any games on ultra high graphics. The mobility and freedom that it provides will allow you to bring a fully working computer with your wherever you go. This coupled with a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse would allow you to turn any monitor or tv with an HDMI plug into a fully functioning computer. Imagine you are travelling and you are staying at a hotel but don’t want to have to lug a computer with you. As long as the room has a TV, which most subpar hotels do, you can use that as your screen. This will save on packing clunky laptops or monitors. I think this is an amazing leap in the field of compact computers.
