VIA Technologies outs $49 APC Android barebones, nods towards Raspberry Pi

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Android might have already spilled over into the desktop world in [one form][3] [_or another_][4], but what if you want something a little more project-friendly? [VIA Technologies][5] has developed the APC, a Neo-ITX-based barebones system running a custom version of Android 2.3 optimized for mouse and keyboard input. The board is compatible with [Mini-ITX][6] and MacroATX form factors, and comes with a VIA 800MHz processor, 512MB RAM, 2GB flash memory, and built-in (up to 720p) graphics. HDMI, VGA, 4 x USB, audio out / in, microSD and Ethernet come along for the ride too, for a reasonable spread of connectivity. Best of all? The whole lot will only cost $49. No word on when pre-orders will open, but drop your email in over at the source link to find out when they do.

[VIA Technologies outs $49 APC Android barebones, nods towards Raspberry Pi][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][7] on Tue, 22 May 2012 18:49:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][8].

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