Intel Compute Stick that converts your TV into a PC now available in India

Intel has launched the Intel Compute Stick in India. It will be available online through Flipkart and at physical stores via Intel technology providers across India.

The Windows version of the stick is available at Rs 9,999 on Flipkart while the pricing of the Linux version has not been revealed.

Powered by a 1.83GHz Intel Atom quad-core processor, the Compute Stick essentially converts any HDMI port-equipped display or monitor into a fully functional computer when one plugs it in.

Intel has launched two variants of the device in India providing users with a choice of two operating systems – The Windows 8.1 version comes pre-installed with Bing and Windows 8.1, and includes 32GB storage and 2GB RAM while the Linux version comes preinstalled with Ubuntu 14.04, with 8GB storage and 1GB RAM.

Both devices come with Wi-Fi(802.11bgn) and Bluetooth 4.0 for connectivity, a USB 2.0 port to connect peripherals and a micro SD card slot for additional storage. Wireless keyboards and mice can be connected to the device via Bluetooth.

iBall had also recently launched the iBall Spelndo PC-On-Stick, powered by the Intel Atom Quad-Core Processor which runs Windows 8.1 and has a 2GBRAM with 32GB in-built memory. The iBall Stick retails at Rs 8,999.

On the launch of the Intel Compute Stick, Rajiv Bhalla – director, sales and marketing – Intel South Asia said, “Intel continues to look for great ways to deliver new product opportunities for our end users and channel partners. The Intel Compute Stick takes computing to the next level and helps deliver the best computing experience possible in an incredibly small device. It brings computing to new devices and environments, transforming the way, when and how we compute. We are extremely pleased to bring this revolutionary device to India.”