VIA intros $49 APC Android micro-PC
James Delahunty
23 May 2012 0:24
VIA makes own micro-PC, running Android.
APC runs a custom Android system, based on Android 2.3, and comes with a bunch of applications pre-installed. It puts a lot of emphasis on power consumption, consuming only 4 watts of power when idle, and 13.5 watts under maximum load.
It comes as a bare board, measuring just 170 x 85mm, conforming to the Neo-ITX form factor (compatible with Mini-ATX and Micro-ATX.)
VIA APC Anroid-PC Specifications...
- Model: APC 8750
- Software: Android 2.3 (PC System)
- Chip: VIA 800MHz Processor
- Memory: DDR3 512MB Memory / 2GB NAND Flash
- Graphics: Built-in 2D/3D Graphic / Resolution up to 720p
- Input and Output: HDMI / VGA / USB 2.0 (x4) / Audio out / Mic in / microSD Slot
- Network: 10/100 Ethernet
- Size: 170 x 85mm (W x H) / Neo-ITX Standard
The VIA APC will be available to pre-order soon from apc.io.
"APC brings the familiarity and convenience of Android to the PC at a US$49 price point that will open up exciting new markets and applications," said Richard Brown, VP of Marketing, VIA Technologies, Inc.
"Like a bicycle for your mind, APC will enable more people than ever before to explore the vast online universe."