Intel’s credit card-sized ‘Compute Card’ makes old devices feel new again

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by Sindy Cator on January 8, 2017 at 2:15 am

It’s not much to look at, but Intel’s ‘Compute Card’ could revolutionize consumer technology by making your old — but still functional — tech feel ‘new’ again. What is it? The Compute Card is essentially a full computer — SoC, memory, storage, various input/output options, and wireless connectivity. Rather than playing games and checking email, Intel’s newest offering offers a seamless upgrade path to items in a connected home. Device makers choosing to use the card simply need to create a standard slot in the device to house it. Once manufacturers select the appropriate card for their performance and pricing needs,…