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2 Watt PC Introduced
By: Jayesh Mansukhani   |   Jul 21, 2008
CherryPal Inc, has launched its cloud computer, that is a completely new type of PC with no moving parts and containing 80 percent fewer components. It uses only two watts of power and is designed to be highly secure. The CherryPal, which is currently available for pre-orders, retails for $249 and requires no monthly subscription fee and no other hidden costs.


"Today's typical PC is based on a computing model created 25 years ago, before the Internet, web browsers and global warming," said CherryPal CEO Max Seybold. "We have developed a new computing model that makes CherryPal the easiest to use, greenest, most affordable computer available today."

The CherryPal desktop consumes just two watts of power, compared to the 114 watts of power used by the average desktop machine, delivering a 98 percent decrease in energy consumption. Using 80 percent fewer components dramatically reduces the amount of resources it takes to manufacture a PC. Also, since there are no moving parts, the CherryPal desktop can last a decade or longer, eliminating the need to replace a computer every two to three years.

The CherryPal C100 desktop is simple to set up and boots in 20 seconds. Users just have to enter a username and password to access the CherryPalCloud, which offers an easy, intuitive interface. CherryPal has no exposed operating system, so all applications and functions are managed solely by a Firefox-based browser. CherryPal does all operation system and application upgrading and installation, meaning there is no maintenance required. Because there are no moving parts, there is little possibility of hardware failure. CherryPal also offers a free 24/7 helpline.

The CherryPal Hardware Specs consist of Freescale's MPC5121e mobileGT processor, 800 MIPS (400 MHz) Processor, 256MB of DDR2 DRAM, 4GB NAND Flash-based solid state drive, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g Wi-Fi, two USB 2.0 ports and one 10/100 Ethernet with RJ-45 jack.
 
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i am a bit sceptical on the 400 mhz CPU. Will this be enugh for today's multimedia rich internet?
also if internet goes down so does ur PC!
zgeorgem @ Aug 13, 2008
this is one form on Thin-Client pc which is not new invention, i saw thin clients at a display while attending Oracle's iDeveloper seminar in year 2000 ( at Bombay Taj Hotel ).

This kind of pc will totally rely on your broadband connection to the Online-OS provider. India is extremely behind the 8ball in terms of high - speed connectivity for the masses . so people, just forget about this things working in india. I even saw MTNL was providing Rs.5000 laptop which will work on internet only , you can even choose Linux,XP when you start the laptop. But i never saw any coverage of it in mass media or on Tech 2, guess the product never took off due to bad connectivity.
Anshuman @ Jul 22, 2008
it is not suited for india. bcos it requires round the clock i net . if your i net have some problem you cannot use your PC.
sk rahman @ Jul 22, 2008
what will be its life span as compared 2 normal desktop PCs ? Due its small processor,it wont handle the multiple instructions,it may also get burnt up
GAURAV BATRA @ Jul 22, 2008
physical and financial aspects of product is not disclosed making it difficult to understand it in indian perspective.
naveen @ Jul 21, 2008
So this is the introduction of one of those online OSes .... abd PCs based on them ... looks interesting ... but practical for every need ???? maybe not
MaxAxe @ Jul 21, 2008
Where in India can we buy this ?
Rajesh @ Jul 21, 2008
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