Published on May 12, 2017
Lisa Gade reviews the 2nd generation Intel Compute Stick, a computer that looks like an oversized USB flash drive. We look at the model with the Intel Core m3-6Y30 CPU, 4 gigs of DDR3LP RAM, 64 gigs of storage and Windows 10. It sells for $350 and is also available with no OS for around $250. The stick fits in the palm of your hand, though you do have to carry the included power supply with you too.
The Compute Stick has dual band WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth, 3 USB 3.0 ports, a microSD card slot and a tiny fan inside. As with a desktop PC, you’ll need to plug it into a monitor (via the HDMI port), and supply a wired or wireless keyboard and mouse.
