The VIA APC is a low-cost ($49) single-board computer from VIA Technologies designed to run the Android operating system. It has been available for purchase since July 2012. Since January 2013 enhanced versions are available for purchase at a higher price.[1]

VIA APC 8750

The APC Paper version, housed in a recycled cardboard case resembling a book, won a Design and Innovation Award at Computex 2013.[2][3]

Technical details

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Item Description
Model APC 8750
Software Android 2.3 (PC System)
Chip WonderMedia WM8750 800MHz ARM1176JZF System on a chip
Memory DDR3 512MB Memory, 2GB NAND Flash
Graphics Built-in 2D/3D Graphic, Resolution up to 720p
Input and Output HDMI, VGA, USB 2.0 (x4), Audio out / Mic in, microSD Slot
Network 10/100 Ethernet
Size 170 x 85mm (W x H), Neo-ITX Standard

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Christopher von Eitzen (crve) (23 May 2012). "VIA launches "Android PC" mini ARM-based system". Archived from the original on 23 May 2012. Retrieved 28 February 2017.
  2. ^ Eric Brown (17 June 2013). "Hackable, cardboard Android mini-PC wins award". Archived from the original on 21 June 2013.
  3. ^ Georg Schnurer (4 June 2013). "Design & Innovation Award 2013" (in German). Heise Online.
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