Intel just announced that it will release an Ubuntu version of its Compute Stick, the device that turns a TV or monitor into a fully functional computer. Intel Compute Stick powered by Ubuntu will go on sale next week. It will be available globally for around $110.

“This is another milestone in our productive partnership with Canonical,” said Joel Christensen, General Manager of Intel NUC and Intel Compute Stick Products. “We are pleased to be able to offer our latest product, the Intel Compute Stick with Ubuntu, to our customers. I’m excited for the possibilities this combination will create in the marketplace.”

The Ubuntu-flavored version of Intel Compute Stick accompanies the Windows version, version that has more memory and more storage – 2GB of RAM instead of 1GB, 32GB of on-board storage instead of 8GB.

Here’s a closer look at what the Ubuntu-powered Intel Compute Stick has to offer.

Intel Compute Stick Ubuntu version – Main Features

• Operating system – Ubuntu 14.04 LTS (Long-term Support) codename Trusty Tahr.
• Processor – Intel Atom Z3735F processor that supports Intel Virtualization Technology (Intel VT-x).
• Memory – 1GB soldered, single channel, DDR3L memory, 1333MHz.
• Storage – 8GB of on-board storage and a micro SD card slot for additional storage.
• Graphics – Intel HD Graphics.
• Connectivity – Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
• Peripherals – one USB 2.0 port so you can connect peripherals.

“Consumers are looking for a more personal, flexible and cost-effective computing experience, and also looking for a choice of OS. It’s great to see Ubuntu becomes part of the Compute Stick family. This is another example of how we’re working with Intel to bring a wide range of devices to market to give as many people as possible the chance to discover Ubuntu.” Jane Silber, CEO of Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu.

Additional information about Intel’s Compute Stick is available here.

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Intel recently released Intel Remote Keyboard, an app that turns your mobile into a keyboard and trackpad that you can use to remotely control a PC, a NUC miniature PC, or a Compute Stick.

The host Intel Remote Keyboard app works with the Windows version of Compute Stick.
The mobile app is already available for Android and coming to iOS soon.