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.
What's Driving This Trend
- Portable Computing
- The popularity of pocket-sized computers like the Asus VivoStick offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the portable computing industry.
- 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.
- Affordable Solutions
- The affordability of devices like the Asus VivoStick creates disruptive innovation opportunities for companies targeting cost-conscious consumers in the computer industry.
Who This Affects Most
- 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.
- Computer
- The computer industry has the opportunity to create affordable solutions like pocket-sized computers to cater to student and beginner users.
- Portable Electronics
- The portable electronics industry can tap into the demand for portable computing devices by developing compact and affordable options for consumers.
