autopilot Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2015/01/intels-compute-stick-is-a-full-windows-or-linux-pc-in-an-hdmi-dongle/ This is pretty damn cool...turns any TV with an HDMI input into a netbook-quality computer for only $150. Just plug in a USB hub for your kb/mouse and you're good to go. SD cards for hard drive space expansion. I could easily see this being the future of desktops as tech continues to get smaller & smaller. Once things of this size can play decent looking PC games it's all over. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silent Member Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 Nice, I'll probably get one for Kodi/xbmc. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Silent Member's signature Hide all signatures Some songs I made with my fingers and electronics. In the process of making some more. Hopefully. Reveal hidden contents Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2268945 Share on other sites More sharing options...
chenGOD Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 i'm calling it as a false flag operation. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide all signatures 백호야~~~항상에 사랑할거예요.나의 아들. Shout outs to the saracens, musulmen and celestials. Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2268949 Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugene Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 (edited) looking at it differently it's just a smartphone without display, and it seems like ~5 inch smartphones are something essential that won't go away. they're already relatively easy to connect to an hdmi monitor. so regarding this particular intel dongle the question is "why do i need it when i got my smartphone?". (android is not as compatible as windows atm but it's just a matter of time till microsoft puts a real windows in their phones). Edited January 9, 2015 by eugene Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2268952 Share on other sites More sharing options...
oscillik Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 On 1/9/2015 at 9:22 PM, eugene said: looking at it differently it's just a smartphone without display, and it seems like ~5 inch smartphones are something essential that won't go away. they're already relatively easy to connect to an hdmi monitor. so regarding this particular intel dongle the question is "why do i need it when i got my smartphone?". (android is not as compatible as windows atm but it's just a matter of time till microsoft puts a real windows in their phones). I believe you asked and answered your own question. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide oscillik's signature Hide all signatures Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2268960 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaini Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 (edited) why is the linux version crippled? also, my RPi does similar for 1/4 the price. Edited January 9, 2015 by kaini Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide kaini's signature Hide all signatures On 5/7/2013 at 11:06 PM, ambermonk said: I know IDM can be extreme On 6/3/2017 at 11:50 PM, ladalaika said: this sounds like an airplane landing on a minefield Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2268961 Share on other sites More sharing options...
auxien Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 That thing looks too heavy to just sit in a USB port; I'd be worried about it warping either the dongle (and what's worse than a warped dongle! ) or the TV that it's plugged in to. You could of course use a USB extender, which makes me wonder why not just sell it like that....but what do I know? Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide auxien's signature Hide all signatures / b c / m a s t o d o n / b l o t / Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2268996 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest fiznuthian Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 On 1/9/2015 at 11:10 PM, auxien said: That thing looks too heavy to just sit in a USB port; I'd be worried about it warping either the dongle (and what's worse than a warped dongle! ) or the TV that it's plugged in to. You could of course use a USB extender, which makes me wonder why not just sell it like that....but what do I know? it's HDMI, which has a stiffer connection than USD in my experience. HDMI inputs tend to fit nice and snug whereas USB ports always leave room for jiggle. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269126 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Mughnus Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 dongle Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Hugh Mughnus's signature Hide all signatures On 1/19/2020 at 5:27 PM, Richie Sombrero said: Nah, you're a wee child who can't wait for official release. Embarrassing. Shove your privilege. On 9/2/2014 at 12:37 AM, Ivan Ooze said: don't be a cockroach prolapsing nun bulkV Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269128 Share on other sites More sharing options...
amnesia Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2015/01/intel-compute-stick-specs-ubuntu-version Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide amnesia's signature Hide all signatures http://www.vicmod.net/catalog.html http://www.vicmod.net/ https://www.youtube.com/user/cray56 Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269130 Share on other sites More sharing options...
autopilot Posted January 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 I'd assume you can get an HDMI cord that has female/male ends so you don't have to plug it directly in. I'm more excited by this as a concept of a tiny cheap computer that's so easily plug-and-play than anything I'd functionally want at its current specs. Also the benefit over a smartphone is full KB/mouse support and not using some propriety Apple iOS shit. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269133 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lala Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 On 1/10/2015 at 3:42 AM, StephenG said: dongle "What shall we do tonight' "I'm coming round with my new dongle" Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide lala's signature Hide all signatures Beethoven, ages ago, said: To play a wrong note is insignificant. To play without passion is inexcusable Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269233 Share on other sites More sharing options...
autopilot Posted January 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 "Yeah babe, get over here and put your dongle in my slot." "We can play Spelunky." "Mmmmm....yeah." Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269346 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenton Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 no-one read the article huh? it ships with an extension lead Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide fenton's signature Hide all signatures Reveal hidden contents https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkWwIShuoX4 Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269524 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salvatorin Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 thought this was about a tiny dongle on an HDMI computer, oh well Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide Salvatorin's signature Hide all signatures Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269525 Share on other sites More sharing options...
awepittance Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 if you're a linux kind of person, or even if you're not (they have pre installed with very easy to use guis) you can get raspberry pi computers that have HDMI ports for pretty cheap these days. You can also run PD, Csound and super collider on them, a few companies have already made eurorack modular synth modules like Quibit. disclaimer: I did not read the article Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide awepittance's signature Hide all signatures Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269531 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest isaki Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 it makes sense the windows version is quite a bit more costly, but wouldnt it be possible to buy the ubuntu stick, format and install windows? or is it some complicated embedded shit? Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269630 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcbpete Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 On 1/11/2015 at 4:41 PM, isaki said: it makes sense the windows version is quite a bit more costly, but wouldnt it be possible to buy the ubuntu stick, format and install windows? or is it some complicated embedded shit?Depends what the processor is - I imagine it'd be an ARM processor in which case the closest you'd be able to get is Windows RT, but even that would need to be recompiled specifically for the hardware by Microsoft. Quite happy with my setup though, possibly not the most productive thing but it's on the telly via HDMI so I'm happy - Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide all signatures I haven't eaten a Wagon Wheel since 07/11/07... ilovecubus.co.uk - 25ml of mp3 taken twice daily. Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269635 Share on other sites More sharing options...
oscillik Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 On 1/11/2015 at 3:54 AM, John Ehrlichman said: if you're a linux kind of person, or even if you're not (they have pre installed with very easy to use guis) you can get raspberry pi computers that have HDMI ports for pretty cheap these days. You can also run PD, Csound and super collider on them, a few companies have already made eurorack modular synth modules like Quibit. disclaimer: I did not read the article a quad core Intel Atom CPU is a bit more capable and compatible than a single core ARM CPU. Yup, the Raspberry Pi is capable of a lot, but they're not capable of running x86 code. On 1/11/2015 at 4:41 PM, isaki said: it makes sense the windows version is quite a bit more costly, but wouldnt it be possible to buy the ubuntu stick, format and install windows? or is it some complicated embedded shit? The Linux version is crippled, has lower amount of RAM. It may be possible to install Windows on it, but it wouldn't be good. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide oscillik's signature Hide all signatures Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269636 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest isaki Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 very nice. Its an x86. the thought of running windows on a stick doesnt sound appealing though so i think the linux version might be more worth the money. its interesting tech but i cant see it catching on or anyone getting much use out of it besides browsing and homework. what else are computers used for that you dont need a much more powerful system to run (and that you cant do on your smartphone/tablet)? - gaming, music production, video editing etc. Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269642 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest isaki Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 this stick would be a complete waste of time and money as a server Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269652 Share on other sites More sharing options...
oscillik Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 On 1/11/2015 at 6:21 PM, isaki said: this stick would be a complete waste of time and money as a server lol I don't think you know what you're talking about. I'm running an ancient single core Atom 'net-top', which is less power efficient and less powerful, as a torrent server and FTP server. This stick would be a great upgrade for my use. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide oscillik's signature Hide all signatures Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest isaki Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 yeh i dont tbh. but the thing just seems pricey when there are much cheaper alternatives with more flexibility, and wired internet Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269658 Share on other sites More sharing options...
oscillik Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 On 1/11/2015 at 6:36 PM, isaki said: yeh i dont tbh. but the thing just seems pricey when there are much cheaper alternatives with more flexibility, and wired internet yeah, sorry man. you don't know what you're talking about. I assume you're referring to the Raspberry Pi, or Beagleboard, or some other ARM based small computer that is a 'cheaper alternative'. If you indeed are, then the term 'flexibility' is only applicable in certain situations - as I've already mentioned, they don't run anything meant for x86 CPUs. As far as wired internet, yeah that may be a concern for some. It would be for me too. However, a USB Ethernet adapter would fix that. Thanks Haha Confused Sad Facepalm Burger Farnsworth Big Brain Like × Quote Hide oscillik's signature Hide all signatures Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269660 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest isaki Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 black or white though? Quote Link to comment https://forum.watmm.com/topic/86282-tiny-computer-on-an-hdmi-dongle/#findComment-2269661 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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