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Pocket-Sized Computers

This PC-On-a-Stick is a Tiny Computer You Can Take On the Go

— September 7, 2015 — Tech
This pocket-sized computer is complete with Windows and about the size of a USB stick. This PC lets you take the full desktop experience and bring it with you wherever you go.

'Asus' has released its 'Asus VivoStick,' a device that connects to any HDMI compatible screen and turns it into a PC computer. The pocket-sized computer simply plugs into an HDMI port and features with two fully operational USB ports and a headphone jack. The device also comes with "2GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, 802.11b/g/n wifi, and Bluetooth 4.0" -- meaning you can simply plug in a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse and use them at the same time, like a desktop PC.

The device is very affordably priced, making it very accessible -- at just $130, its the perfect solution for a student or beginner user.
Trend Themes
1. Portable Computing - The popularity of pocket-sized computers like the Asus VivoStick offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the portable computing industry.
2. Desktop Experience on the Go - The demand for pocket-sized computers that provide a full desktop experience presents disruptive innovation opportunities for companies in the technology industry.
3. Affordable Solutions - The affordability of devices like the Asus VivoStick creates disruptive innovation opportunities for companies targeting cost-conscious consumers in the computer industry.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - The technology industry can take advantage of the trend towards pocket-sized computers to develop innovative devices that offer a full desktop experience on the go.
2. Computer - The computer industry has the opportunity to create affordable solutions like pocket-sized computers to cater to student and beginner users.
3. Portable Electronics - The portable electronics industry can tap into the demand for portable computing devices by developing compact and affordable options for consumers.
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