After giving its Kaby Lake processor family a small refresh, Intel has now announced its 8th generation Coffee Lake desktop processors family with more cores than before. It is designed for gamers, content creators and overclockers who require premium performance , and include the four core Core i3 processor (Core i3-8350K/i3-8100), six core Core i5 processor (Core i5-8600K/i5-8400) and gaming centric Core i7 processor (Core i7-8700K/i78600). All the new processors are based on Intel's 14nm++ Coffee Lake architecture.
The Core i7 series leads that pack with the six-core i7-8700K and i78600. The Core i7-8700K has base and boost speeds of 3.7GHz and 4.7GHz respectively, and the Core i7-8700 runs at 3.2GHz to 4.6GHz. The Core i5-8600K runs at 3.6GHz to 4.3GHz, while the Core i5-8400 runs at 2.8GHz to 4GHz. The Core i3 series does not support Turbo Boost clock speed, so the Core i3-8350K runs flat at 4GHz, while the Core i3-8100K at 3.6GHz.
Intel says the top-end Core i7-8700K is the best gaming processor ever from the company. It promises performance boosts that deliver frame rate improvements of up to 25 percent than the 7th generation Intel core processor for smooth gaming experience. Furthermore, the eight generation Intel Core desktop family promises up to 32 percent faster 4K-360 degree video editing, when compared with previous gen, and 65 percent faster compared with a 3-year old PC.
They also packs Intel's integrated graphics, while the Core i7 models have 12MB cache, Core i5 have 9MB cache and Core i3 series have 6MB cache. The Core i7 and Core i5 chips now support up to dual-channel DDR4-2666 RAM, while Core i3 models support dual-channel DDR4-2400.
The new processors with K suffix support over clocking to deliver maximum tuning flexibility and have 91-95W TDP ratings while other are rated at 65W. These processors are supported with new Intel Z370 chipset-based motherboards.
Intel's move to increase the core counts can be seen as a response to AMD's Ryzen processor family to match the mulit-core performance.
The 8th generation Intel Core desktop processors will be available for purchase starting October 5, 2017. The price starts at $117 (Rs. 7,600), and goes higher to $359 (Rs. 23,300) for the top-end i7-8700K.
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Intel has announced its latest 8th generation Intel Core processor family that promises to offer up to 40 percent speed boost over the previous 7th generation Kaby Lake processor, while multi-tasking, and up to 2.3x faster than a 5-year-old system. The first members of the 8th-generation chip family are not Coffe Lake chips, as previously expected, and is simply called "Kaby Lake refresh", and are aimed at ultrathin notebooks and 2-in-1s.
The 8th-generation core family are quad-core chips based on Kaby Lake architecture and 14nm+ process technology and gets optimzations, and design improvements. The chip maker announced four new U-series 15W processor: the Core i7-8650U, Core i7-8550U, Core i5-8350U and Core i5-8250U.
The base model Core i5-8250U will run at 1.6GHz, with boost clock of 3.4GHz, while the fastest Core i7-8650U will run at 1.9GHz, with boost clock of 4.2GHz. The cache sizes are 6MB on Core i5 processor and 8MB on Core i7 processor, and only the Core i7 models will support Hyper-Threading. They will be intergrated with Intel UHD Graphics 620, with the GPUs of Core i5 models running at 1.1Ghz and Core i7 at 1.15GHz.
According to Intel, users can expect up to 10 hours of 4K UHD local video playback on a single charge. Tasks such as photo editing and creating a slideshow, are up to 48 percent faster, and editing video footage is up to 14.7x faster than the previous generation processor.
Intel says the first wave of 8th Gen Intel Core processor-powered devices featuring i5/i7 processors will come to market beginning in September, and 145 laptop models can be expected. It also said first desktop processors codenamed Coffee lake is coming in the fall, followed by the 10nm products codenamed Canon Lake.
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Intel
has been toying with the idea of making the PC compact for years. The
company introduced NUC mini PCs measuring around 4.5" x 4.4" and went
further smaller with the Intel Compute Stick, a first of its kind
PC-on-Stick, measuring about 4" x 1.5".
Now
the chipmaker is taking the form factor to the next level with a new PC
that has a size of a credit card and can fit into your wallet. The
Intel Compute Card measures about 3.7" x 2.2" and is 5mm (0.2-inches)
thick. However, the Compute Card is not a consumer PC, instead aimed at
developers looking to integrate a computer with Intel SoC into smart and
connected devices.
Even
though it has a small size, it includes all the components utilized by a
full fledged PC including Intel SoC, memory, storage and wireless
connectivity with flexible I/O options. Due to its tiny form factor, the
Compute Card can be used in future devices like interactive
refrigerators, and smart kiosks to security cameras and IoT gateways.
One of the advantage of Compute Card is that it can be easily repaired or replaced with the latest model when it arrives.
Intel says that it's working with partners including Dell, HP, Lenovo and Sharp "to bring this vision into reality".
Features of Intel Compute Card
- Processor, memory, storage and wireless connectivity are all included in the card
- Intel Compute Card-based device will provide the power, cooling and the optimized user I/O for that particularly solution
- Connection to devices will be done via an Intel Compute Card slot with a new standard connector (USB-C plus extension)
- USB-C plus extension connector will provide USB, PCIe, HDMI, DP and additionalsignals between the card and the device
- 94.5 mm x 55 mm x 5 mm
The Intel Compute Card will be available in mid-2017 and will come with 7th gen Intel Core Kaby Lake processor options.
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Intel is working on a new NUC mini desktop PC with Apollo Lake processor, according to leaked documents. The processor used in this system is the 10 watt Intel Celeron J3455 and there will be two models: one equipped with RAM, storage and OS, and the other is a barebones system.
The NUC NUC6CAYS model will pack 2GB RAM, 32GB eMMC storage and comes with Windows 10 pre-installed, while the barebones system (NUC6CAYH) will have no RAM, storage and operating system. The barebones model will support up to 8GB DDR3L RAM.
Both models will also have 2.5-inch drive bay for HDD or SDD. Although the NUC6CAYS model comes with 32GB storage, users will still have to invest in additional storage, since most of the 32GB space will be consumed by Windows 10.
Other features include 4 x USB 3.0 ports, SDXC card reader, HDMI 2.0 port, VGA port, Gigabit Ethernet, mini TOSLINK jack for 5.1 channel or 7.1 channel audio, 3.5mm audio jack and M.2 2230 card with WiFi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.2. The whole system measures 4" x 4" and also includes a thermal solution that is mounted on top.
The NUC mini PC will also be capable of handling 4K content at 60fps when connected to 4K display via HDMI, and a 1,920 x 1,200 resolution at 60Hz through the VGA port.
Currently it is unknown when Intel Apollo Lake based NUC will be unveiled.
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Intel's Compute Stick is a tiny lower-power PC stuffed into a USB flash drive, that can be connected to an HDMI enabled TV to carry out computing tasks. So far Intel has released models with Atom Bay Trail, Cherry Trail and Core M Skylake Chips.
Now it appears that Intel is working on a new Compute Stick featuring Apollo Lake chip. According to a leaked road map, Intel will release a new Apollo Lake based Compute Stick in second quarter of 2017.
The Apollo Lake based Compute Stick will arrive in two models ã…¡ one with 2GB RAM, 32GB eMMC storage and Windows 10 software, while the other will feature 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC storage and no operating system.
Both models will include 802.11ac WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, a USB 3.0 port, a USB 2.0 ports, HDMI connector, headset jack and HDMI-CEC support.
The new Apollo Lake based Compute Stick are most likely to be cheaper and less powerful than Core M models, but faster than Atom-based Compute Sticks that was released in 2015 and 2016.
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Intel has announced its first branded drone for commercial use called Falcon 8+, designed for industrial inspection, surveying and mapping. The drone comes with a fully electronic system that includes Intel Falcon 8+ UAV (drone), Intel Cockpit for ground control and Intel Powerpack battery (to power the UAV).
The Falcon 8+ is equipped with AscTec Trinity technology, which is a triple-redundant auto pilot woth three redundant inertial measurements that works together to stabilize the drone from external factors such as electromagnetic fields or strong winds. It can shoot detailed images and even provide structural analysis to detect and prevent damage to infrastructure.
Users can control the drone with the water-resistant Intel Cockpit, a controller with twin joysticks and a tablet. The tablet is powered by Intel chip, and can be used for planning and conducting complex flight patterns as well as monitoring the live video feed via a low latency digital link up to 1080p resolution with a 1 km range.
The drone is arrange in a V-form measuring 768 x 817 x 160 mm with a take off weight of 2.8 kg when loaded with a camera. It can reach speeds of up to 35 miles per hour and can fly for up to 26 minutes at a time on a redundant power pack. The power pack comes equipped with storage mode, automatic balancing and a set of LED lights to indicate battery status.
No details on pricing and availability have been provided by Intel.
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Intel has officially announced its 7th generation Core line up using its Kaby Lake architecture. These include 4.5 watt (Y-series) and 15 watt (U-series), dual-core chips and are expected to show up in new laptops, 2-in-1 tablets in the coming months.
The Kaby Lake processors succeeds the 6th-gen Skylake processors, both of which are built on the 14nm architecture, so the performance will not receive a huge boost. It will offer up to 12 percent faster productivity performance and up to 19 percent faster web performance when compared to its predecessor.
However, the graphic department has received a boost. It will have native support for 4K HEVC and VP9 video decoding to boost 4K UHD content. Intel also promises better battery life, improved gaming performance and faster video decoding.
Here’s a run-down of the 7th-gen Intel Core chips
4.5 watt Y series (max 16GB RAM)
1 GHz Core m3-7Y30 (2.6 GHz turbo, 300/900 MHz Intel HD 615 graphics)
1.2 GHz Core i5-7Y54 (3.2 GHz turbo, 300/950 MHz Intel HD 615 graphics)
1.3 GHz Core i7-7Y75 (3.6 GHz turbo, 300/1050 MHz Intel HD 615 graphics)
15 watt U series (max 32GB RAM)
2.4 GHz Core i3-7100U (300 MHz/1GHz Intel HD 620 graphics)
2.5 GHz Core i5-7200U(3.1 GHz turbo, 300/1000 MHz Intel HD 620 graphics)
2.7 GHz Core i7-7500U (3.5 GHz turbo, 300/1050 MHz Intel HD 620 graphics)
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Intel recently showed Project Alloy, a wireless VR headset that packs the computing power into the headset. The chip-maker also showed off a prototype VR ready PC that can be worn inside a vest, giving users more freedom to walk around while experiencing VR.
The PC is on the back of the vest, while the front side vest holds 100 Wh and 20 Wh lithium ion battery. The idea here is to have a vest for PC VR gaming which would offer owners better balance, as the components are evenly distributed on the front and back, instead of having everything put in a backpack.
The PC can be plugged to VR headsets like HTC Vive and Oculus Rift, and users will not have to worry about the cable and be able to walk freely and interact with the virtual environment, as everything moves at the same time.
The PC inside the vest is one of Intel's small NUC designs with an quad-core i7-678R processor w/ Iris Pro 580 graphics, 8GB RAM and 64GB SSD. The entire system weighs just five pounds.
Intel's PC vest is still in development stage, so don't expect it to hit the market anytime soon. Just a few months ago HP and MSI also showed off prototypes of PC backpacks that could be used for VR gaming.
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Besides Project Alloy VR headset, Intel also introduced a new tiny system-on-module called Joule aimed at Internet of Things (IoT). Intel says, the Joule platform is ideal for computer vision, robotics, drones, industrial IoT, VR, AR,
micro-servers and other applications that require high-end edge
computing.
Joule is powered by a new Intel Atom chip and supports input from Intel's RealSense depth sensing camera's and other sensors, allowing devices to detect and react to surroundings. It also supports WiFi 802.11ac and has the ability to capture 4K videos.
It will be available in two models – Joule 550x and Joule 570x. The Joule 550x features 1.5GHz quad-core Intel Atom T550 64-bit processor, 3GB LPDDR4 RAM and 8GB eMMC storage, whereas the Joule 570x has 1.7GHz quad-core Intel Atom T5700 64-bit processor, 4GB LPDDR4 RAM and 16GB eMMC storage.
Both will support Bluetooth 4.1, USB 3.0 and feature MPI, CSI, DSI, GPIO, I2C, UART interfaces. They are designed to run Linux-based software designed for IoT and smart device applications.
The Intel Joule 570x developer kit is available for sale at the 2016
Intel Developer Conference, and will begin shipping in
September through Intel re-seller partners.
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Intel at its 2106 Intel Developer Forum, San Francisco, showed off its all-in-one virtual reality headset called Project Alloy with RealSense technology.
Unlike Oculus Rift and HTC Vive, Project Valley is a wire-free VR headset and works as a standalone device, and does not need to attached to the computer. Instead, it derives its computing power from a Head-Mounted Device, allowing the user free range of motion.
It uses Intel's RealSense camera technology to merges realities, which allows users to see and interact with the objects present in real world in virtual realitry. The cameras and sensors required to merge the two realities are embedded in the headset. Users can freely interact in VR without having to worry about obstacles in front of them, as the VR headset has sensors for detecting collision and bumps.
Intel is also teaming up with Microsoft to optimize Windows-based content and experiences on Intel-based VR devices such as Alloy. Intel will make the Alloy ecosystem and APIs available for developers and partner in 2017, allowing them to create their own branded products from Alloy design.
China based software company Tencent has teamed up with Intel on a new game console platform called TGP Box (Tencent Games Platform). The first model of TGP Box system will be manufactured by Haier and is called Blade Box. It gaming console was shown at CES Asia.
Blade Box runs Windows 10 and is equipped with Intel's sixth generation Skylake processor (Core i3, i5, i7). There are no details on other hardware specs. It also comes with a game store and the user interface is easy to navigate while using the gaming controller. The platform supports downloading and updating massive games, live streaming games and more, thanks to the TGP Box mode.
Some of games that will run on TGP Box include League of Legends, FIFA Online 3, NBA 2K, Monster Hunter and Need for Speed:Hot Pursuit Tournament. More games will be announced later this year.
You will also be able to switch from gaming mode to Windows 10 desktop to access desktop apps and other desktop functions. There is no word on pricing and availability details just yet.
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Intel formally introduced their new Apollo Lake SoC (system-on-chip) design, aimed at affordable tablets, laptops and 2-in-1s.
Apollo Lake is based on 14nm process technology and features a new x86 micro-architecture named Goldmonth, that promises improved CPU performance. It will have up to four CPU cores and Intel's ninth-generation GPU currently used in Skylake processor for hardware-accelerated 4K video playback from hardware decoding of HEVC and VP9 codecs.
It will support dual-channel DDR4, DDR3L and LPDDR3/4 memory, and support SATA drives, PCIe x4 and eMMC 5.0 options for different form factors. Intel also recommends to use USB Type-C for data transferring and charging and wireless for connectivity. Improved power management promises better battery life and could allow for smaller and cheaper batteries, resulting in thinner and lighter systems.
Intel is specifically targeting at the entry-level Windows 10 based Cloud Book product category (Example: HP Stream 11, Dell Inspiron 11 3000, Acer Aspire One Cloudbook). These laptops usually packs 11.6-inch 1366 x 768 display, 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. They are priced at $170-$270. But with Apollo Lake, OEMs will be able to double/increase the amount of RAM and storage capacity and make the systems generally thinner, but maintain the $169 - $270 price tag.
Intel says that PCs based on Apollo Lake will start shipping in the second half of 2016.
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Earlier this year at CES 2016, Intel refreshed it Compute Stick line of PC-on-Stick with Intel Core M Skylake processor. Now Intel has introduced a new reference design of PC stick with Core M processor, built-in Intel's RealSense, depth-sensing camera and an array of microphones.
The refreshed Compute Stick is thicker, so that it can house more space for camera lens and sensor components. It is equipped with an Intel Realsense F200 3D camera, which sticks out on the side.The camera supports 8-bit infrared captuire and 1080p color video recording at 30fps.
The Stick can be connected to the HDMI port on the side of a TV and angle the camera so it points to your direction, and you could use the camera to login to Windows, and other apps using the Windows Hello feature. Users will also be able to take advantage of the depth-sensing feature of the camera, and interact with the PC using 3D gestures to control user interface, play games, etc.
In addition to RealSense camera, the PC Stick houses a full sized USB 3.0 port, USB 2.0 port, micro USB port for power, HDMI port and has a fan to decimate heat. Other specs are not known.
It is also not clear if Intel will launch its own Compute Stick with RealSense camera anytime soon, but the chip-maker is encouraging Chinese OEMs to adopt the design for their own product.
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Intel teased the Skull Canyon NUC at this year CES in Las Vegas, but now, the high-end mini PC has been officially announced at Games Developer Conference (GDC) 2016.
The Intel Skull Canyon packs high-end hardware within an enclosure that measures 8.5" x 4.6" x 0.9", which makes it wider and has a volume of 0.69 liters.
Inside there is a 45W quad-core Intel Core i7-6770HQ processor and integrated Intel iris Pro 580 graphics. The system supports up to 32GB of 2133MGz DDR4 RAM and for storage there is 2 x M.S SSD slots. It also supports discrete external graphics, which makes it perfect for gaming.
The mini desktop comes with 4 x USB 3.0 port, a HDMI 2.0, Mini DisplayPort 1.2, Thunderbolt 3 port (w/ support for USB 3.1 and DisplayPort 1.2 over a USB-C), headset jack, SD card reader and Infrared sensors for use with remote control. For networking there is Gigabit Ethernet, WiFi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.2.
The mini PC also comes with swappable lids - One is matte black, and the other has a skull logo on it.
Intel says that a barebone Skull Canyon NUC (model NUC6i7KYK) with no RAM, storage, and OS will cost $650. The model with 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD and Windows 10 will push the price to $999.
The Skull Canyon NUC will be up for pre-order at Newegg in April, and shipping begins in May.
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Intel's NUC or Next Unit of computing, SFF (small-form-factor) PC is getting a refresh. The company plans to launch its most powerful NUC mini-PC to date. Code-named 'Skull Canyon', it features the most powerful Intel's 6th generation Skylake processor with Iris Pro graphics.
The Skull Canyon has a case that measure, 8" x 4" x 1", which makes
it wider, but thinner than most of the existing NUC models. The extra
space should dissipate the heat generated by the processor.
On the Inside, there is 45W Intel Skylake-H desktop class processor with Iris Pro graphics and will support DDR4 RAM. It will also support discrete external graphics. This makes the Skull Canyon perfect for gaming. Also, it is being said that Intel will position this PC as a gaming PC or a Steam Machine.
Other features expected are 4 x USB 3.0 ports, Ethernet, DisplayPort, HDMI 1.4 port, Thunderbolt 3/USB Type-C port and a SD card slot. There is supports for NFC, Bluetooth and 802.11ac WiFi wireless connectivity You will also be able to connect a range of peripherals including storage, display to name a few.
The Skull Canyon NUC is expected to go on sale in Q2 2016. Pricing is yet to be revealed. Intel also refreshed it PC-on-Stick, the Compute Stick with Skylake processor and 4K support.
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At CES 2016, Intel has refreshed models of the Compute Stick. Now it comes with Core M processor and 4K support. To recap, the Compute Stick was first launched at CES 2015.
For those unaware, the Compute Stick is a dongle-sized PC which can be plugged into any HDMI-equipped TV or monitor to get a PC experience. They are good for light productivity, social networking, web browsing, streaming media and playing low graphic games.
Intel has outed two new models of Compute Stick - One with Core M (which has two models) and the other with Intel Atom x5 processors. The Core M3 and Core M5 variant supports 4K video output and packs 4GB RAM along with 64GB internal storage. The Intel Atom processor model comes with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage.
They run Windows 10 OS and come with Intel HD graphics, microSD card slot, WiFi, USB 3.0 port, USB 2.0, Bluetooth and Intel HD audio via HDMI.
The Intel Compute Stick Core M3 model is priced at $400 (Rs. 27,000) with Windows 10, and $300 (Rs. 20,000) with no OS. The M5 model costs $499 (Rs. 33,000) and comes with no OS. The Atom model is priced at $159 (Rs. 10,500) with Windows 10. All the new Compute Stick models will go on sale in Febrauary 2016 in the U.S followed by other region later this year.
Intel Compute Stick (Core M processor model)
- Intel Core m5-6Y57 vPro processor with Intel HD Graphics
- Intel Core m3-6Y30 processor with Intel HD Graphics
- 4GB DDR3 RAM, 64GB internal storage, Micro SD card slot (up to 128 GB)
- Windows 10
- Intel 802.11ac WiFi (Intel Dual Band Wireless AC 8260), Bluetooth
4.2, 1x USB 3.0 on device and 2x USB 3.0 on power adapter, HDMI 1.4b
- Intel HD Audio via HDMI, supporting multi-channel digital audio
- Power cable, 5V / 4A wall-mount AC-DC power adapter with 2 USB 3.0 ports
Intel Compute Stick specifications (Intel Atom Model)
- Quad-Core Intel Atom x5-Z8300 Processor with Intel HD Graphics
- 2GB DDR3 RAM, 32GB internal storage, Micro SD card slot (up to 128 GB)
- Windows 10
- Intel 802.11ac WiFi (Intel Dual Band Wireless AC 7265), Bluetooth 4.0, 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, HDMI 1.4b
- Intel HD Audio via HDMI, supporting multi-channel digital audio
- Micro USB power connector, 5V / 3A wall-mount AC-DC power adapter
According to a new published report, Intel is said to be developing a system-on-chip (SoC) specifically for Apple iPhone 7. For this Intel has deployed over a thousand people working on the Intel 7360 LTE modem for the next generation of Apple iPhones.
The report states that the Intel 7360 LTE modem, which supports 4G LTE and 3G CDMA networks, could arrive on the new gen of iPhones. Intel's 7360 LTE modem chip features up to 450MB/s downlink and it supports 29 LTE bands. The Intel modem chip is said to be used on some of the iPhone 7 models, instead of Qualcomm, which the company has been using for years.
Apple may dual-source the LTE modems in its new iPhones from both Intel and Qualcomm, like its A9 chip (Samsung and TSMC) added the report.
Apple and Intel is yet to officially confirm the partnership. As of now
both companies have exchanged words and work is already underway. Apple
will be sending some of its engineers to work with Intel. Apple would design the SoC, which could carry an Apple branding, and would license the LTE modem intellectual property from Intel for SoC.
The latest Apple's smartphone, the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus have A9 Chips inside, manufactured by TSMC and Samsung, while Qualcomm's 9X45 LTE chip has been the modem of Apple iPhones.
Few years ago Infineon, a German semiconductor company who supplied the iPhone with 3G modems before
it was acquired by Intel in 2011 and Apple made Qualcomm its modem
supplier.
Apple's end goal is to have a future system-on-chip (SoC) capable of holding both the processor and the LTE modem on a single small, fast, and power efficient component. If all goes well the fabrication of these chips can fall into Intel's hand.
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At Intel's Developer Forum 2015, Shenzhen, China, Fossil showcased its Android wear device, which is powered by Intel.
Fossils smartwatch has a circular face and sports a flat tire design just like the Moto 360. The power button is in the same 3 o' clock position. It does not have proper lugs so the bands can be changed easily. The model shown off had a black leather strap and a fairly standard silver metallic finish. The actual details and specs were not revealed.
"Combining our fashion lifestyle brands with Intel's expertise in
technology, hardware and innovation will position us to be a leader in
this segment," said Kosta Kartsotis, CEO of Fossil Group.
In addition to the smartwatch, Fossil is also working on a connected bracelet and a connected watch that might not be powered by Android wear. All three wearable device will be a part of 'Fossil Connected Accessories'
Fossil is expected to reveal more details near the holiday season.
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Intel has launched two new processors, the Core i7-6700K and Core i5-600K, the company's sixth gen chip family codenamed Skylake. These have been specifically designed and manufactured for gamers and performance enthusiasts.
The Intel Core i5-6600k packs a 3.5GHz quad-core processor with 6MB of cache and turbo speeds up to 3.9GHz. Intel Core i7-6700K on the other hand has a 4GHz quad-core processor with 8MB of cache, burst speeds up to 4.2GHz and supports Hyper-Threading scheme that allows each core to execute two threads (eight threads). Both are 14nm chips that have TDP of 91 watts.
Both models feature Integrated HD 530 graphics, LGA1151 socket, support DDR3L-1600 or DDR4-2133 RAM and have 16 lanes of PCI-Express 3.0 connectivity. The processors support up to 64GB of DDR4 RAM and are unlocked to let users overclock the chip to boost performance.
The Intel Core i7-6700K and Intel Core i5-6600K processors are priced at $350 and $243
respectively. Intel also plans to deliver an unlocked 6th Gen Intel core processor 'K' SKU for for notebooks later this year.
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Intel launched the Compute Stick mini-PC in India. The dongle-sized device transforms your HDMI-enabled TV or Monitor to a full-fledged PC. It was initially unveiled at this year's CES.
The Intel Compute Stick runs Windows 8.1 and is powered by 1.3GHz quad-core Intel Atom processor with integrated Intel graphics. It packs 2GB DDR3 RAM and the on-board storage is 32GB, further expandable via microSD card. Connectivity features include USB port 2.0, WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 and HDMI 1.4a port.
There is also a Ubuntu-based variant of the Compute Stick. It comes with 1GB RAM and 8GB storage, rest of the specs being the same. It goes on sale this week in the U.S for $110. There is no word when it will be available in India. Recently iBall launched the Splendo for Rs. 8,999 in India which is basically the same device.
The Intel Compute Stick is now available via Filpkart at an offer price of Rs. 9,999 for limited period. The original cost is Rs.10,999. It is also available via Intel authorised retail partners across the country.
Commenting on the launch, Rajiv Bhalla – Director, Sales and Marketing – Intel South Asia, said: "The Intel Compute Stick takes computing to the next level and helps
deliver the best computing experience possible in an incredibly small
device. It brings computing to new devices and environments,
transforming the way, when and how we compute."
