There are similar ones in the market (Meegopad for example) but I still find myself wanting this one. It will be available in a few months.
Quote:The Compute Stick uses Intel's Bay Trail Atom Z3735F quad-core processor and includes Bluetooth 4.0, 2.4Ghz 802.11n wireless and a single USB port. It also includes a microSD expansion slot for more storage.
The Windows 8.1 version of the Compute Stick has 2GB of RAM and 32GB of flash storage built-in. As we said, it's just $149 — a steal when you consider that a full version of Windows is included.
A Linux version of the Compute Stick is also available for $89. It comes with 8GB of storage and 1GB of RAM.
Soooo what does it do? 
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01-12-2015, 07:32 PM
(This post was last modified: 01-12-2015, 07:40 PM by Ace.)
(01-12-2015, 07:17 PM)Mystik Wrote: Soooo what does it do?
Basically a computer stored on a USB that can be run by Smart Screens?
so yeah a mini tiny micro PC 
Yes, just an almost full PC
I like the idea.. but with all the smartphones, tablets and mini Laptops.... "Why?" is the only question I have
I guess the selling point is that it is a full OS computer and for less than a smart phone and tablet, at least when you consider the typical prices here in North America
It's a cool little device tbh. As reza says it's basically an easily portable PC, something which will find use at home, but wouldn't surprise me if it's used in business too. It's not a replacement for smart devices, such as phones or tablets, but designed to be used in conjunction with them. The way I see it, it's basically the equivalent of Apple TV or ChromeCast, only quite a lot more powerful.
Going onto gaming. I just really want recommend Velocity Ultra to people. It's available on Playstation consoles and Vita, as well as PC. Honestly, I was expecting a good game, but it's a real gem, so much so that I'm enjoying it just as much, if not more, than GTA V (which I'm also playing atm). It's also got a sequel which I hear is better, but I'll get onto that after completing this one.
For those interested, it's basically an old school style top down shooter where you just go up the screen. However, while the graphics aren't anything special, it's got great design, music and particularly gameplay. Anyone who likes pure gameplay shooters will love this, even those who don't, like me, might still love it.
(01-12-2015, 08:43 PM)reza Wrote: I guess the selling point is that it is a full OS computer and for less than a smart phone and tablet, at least when you consider the typical prices here in North America
No I mean I like the concept, but I think it came a little too late for a typical consumer..
people like us would find it useful, especially companies, as instead of carrying our work laptop around... we can carry a simple usb stick
@Dev, I mostly find myself preferring straight FPS/3rd-PS shooters... and mainly only play on a gaming-PC..
looking forward to Battlefield 5, as it puts the focus back on Police shooters, with the last successful franchise being "S.W.A.T".
and still waiting for a goddamn FIFA 15 crack(too expensive, can't afford) 
You might have a point there, but I may get it myself after seeing a few reviews
(01-14-2015, 09:42 PM)Ace Wrote: No I mean I like the concept, but I think it came a little too late for a typical consumer..
people like us would find it useful, especially companies, as instead of carrying our work laptop around... we can carry a simple usb stick
@Dev, I mostly find myself preferring straight FPS/3rd-PS shooters... and mainly only play on a gaming-PC..
looking forward to Battlefield 5, as it puts the focus back on Police shooters, with the last successful franchise being "S.W.A.T".
and still waiting for a goddamn FIFA 15 crack(too expensive, can't afford)
I don't know if it's too late, while it will go out on the market I see it more like a concept piece of kit. Much like how things like 4k and curved TVs are coming into the market, but aren't mainstream, just the start of the next generation of TVs, I see this being the next generation for Smart Stick technology.
Speaking of TVs, did any of you see or hear about the new Samsung reveal at the recent CES show. They showed off an 8k 3D TV, but one that doesn't need glasses to use the 3D, which could be interesting for the home cinema experience. Part of the reason 3D hasn't caught on at home is the cost, but also hassle of the glasses. I have a 3D TV and was playing Puppeteer last year. I started playing in 3D, but eventually couldn't be bothered because it was just annoying to deal with the glasses.
Ace, I played COD Advanced Warfare recently and the campaign was actually really fun imo. It has a lot of variety and was quite a unique experience. I ought to mention, I'm not an FPS guy and I only got this because it came free with my PS4.
Also, on football games, I'd recommend PES 15 over FIFA 15. I've played both, on both PS3 and PS4 and the gameplay in PES felt significantly better than FIFA this year. Plus, generally looking around, PES seems to be cheaper in the UK too.
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