VIA Launches $49 Android PC w/ ARM 11 Processor – APC

By Nathan Kirsch

VIA Technologies today unveiled the $49 APC Android PC system. Powered by a WonderMedia ARM 11 800MHz processor, APC integrates memory, storage, and a full set of consumer I/O features in a small footprint Neo-ITX motherboard that can be connected to a TV or monitor. The Neo-ITX form factor is new and the board measures just 17cm x 8.5cm and can be housed in any standard Mini-ITX or microATX chassis.

VIA APC Android PC system

The system also features a custom build of Android that has been optimized for keyboard and mouse input, and comes with a browser and a selection of preinstalled apps. APC consumes only 4 watts when operating at idle power and 13.5 watts at maximum load. The VIA APC is available to pre-order now with shipments expected to begin in July 2012. You can find out more about the APC by visiting the product page here.

VIA APC Key Features:

  • Optimized Android OS
  • HD TV support
  • Hardware acceleration of the most demanding video formats
  • VGA and HMDI display ports
  • Four USB 2.0 ports
  • One microSD slot
  • One 10/100 Ethernet port
  • Audio-out/ Mic-in
  • VIA WonderMedia ARM 11 SoC
  • 2GB NAND Flash
  • 512 DDR3 SDRAM
  • 15W power adaptor

“APC brings the familiarity and convenience of Android to the PC at a $49 price point that will open up exciting new markets and applications,” said Richard Brown, VP of Marketing, VIA Technologies, Inc. “Like a bicycle for your mind, APC will enable more people than ever before to explore the vast online universe.”

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