# Spherical Mini Computers The 'Endless Mini' Launched at CES 2016 Introduces Accessible Computing By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-01-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endless-mini References: [digitaltrends](http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/endless-mini-ces-2016/) & [endlessm](https://endlessm.com/) After launching 'Endless,' a powerful globally minded machine, Endless Computers launched the 'Endless Mini' at CES 2016 as an [affordable equivalent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kamrui-ak1plus). Available for less than $100, the Endless Mini is a desktop computer with a helmet-shaped design that contains an [AMLogic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-2-pro) quad-core ARM Cortex A5, a 1.50GHz Mali-450 GPU and at minimum, a 24GB solid state drive with 1GB of RAM. What's most significant about this computer is that it uses a CPU that's typically used in mobile devices, rather than desktop models. In place of using an operating system from Windows or [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-retro-mini-pc-am01-1), the computer uses its own Linux-based system, complete with more than 100 apps. In addition to being a computer that many tech enthusiasts can look forward to using, the Endless Mini is set to be an affordable option for people in developing countries. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Affordable Mini Computers:** The rise of affordable mini computers that use mobile device CPU instead of desktop models opens opportunities for disruptive innovations such as developing new operating systems. - **Linux-based Systems for Desktops:** The increasing use of Linux-based systems for desktop computers provides opportunities for disruptive innovation in software development. - **Computing for Developing Countries:** The introduction of affordable computing options for developing countries creates disruptions in the global market and opens up new opportunities for businesses to address the unique needs of these markets. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology:** The technology industry can capitalize on the trend of affordable mini computers by developing new hardware and software for these devices. - **Education:** The education industry can benefit from the rise of affordable computing options by providing access to these devices to students in developing countries to enhance their learning. - **Non-profit:** Non-profit organizations can leverage the trend of affordable computing to provide access to technology and education in underserved communities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Touchscreen-Embedded Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planetpc-xr2-mini.md) - [Modular Mini Computer Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khadas-mind.md) - [Cost-Effective Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-it8.md) - [Palm-Sized Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morefine-m8s.md) - [Compact Cubic Desktop PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/euast-mini-pc.md) - [Reliable Mini Pcs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dot-1-mini-pc.md) - [ARM-Based Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azulle-ally.md) - [Powerfully Efficient Mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-mini-pc.md) - [Affordable Miniature Desktops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minisforum-um560.md)