Ultrabook : The Beginning of Future Computing

Lately, the word “Ultrabook” could be heard echoing from every corner of the computing world. We have heard of Notebooks, Laptops, Tablets, and iPads. Then, what is Ultrabook? How is it ultra distinct from other Notebooks and Laptops? If you are among those intrigued by this ultra computing machine, you are at the right place. By the end of this post, I am sure you will be grinning and hungry to be a proud owner of Ultrabook.

Before we begin, here is my understanding of Ultrabook. “Ultrabook is a next generation computing machine, which is much faster, smarter, secure, portable, lighter, innovative, and better performer compared to the existing Notebooks and Laptops.”

Ultrabook is inspired by Intel, with a vision to built higher-end type of subnotebook. In 2011, Intel shared the concept of Ultrabook at Computex and has set certain standards and norms of what an Ultrabook should be. Ultrabooks are designed to be super slim (usually less than 2.1 cm of thickness) and much lighter (usually less than 1.5Kgs or 3.3lbs). Ultrabook should be run by Intel Core i3, i5, i7 Sandy Bridge or Intel’s latest 3^rd generation Ivy Bridge Processor. Ultrabook should incorporate Intel integrated graphics, Intel WiFi and Bluetooth and should have SolidStateDrive.

Given below is an image of Acer Aspire S5 Ultrabook:

Intel has lined-up certain advanced features, which makes Ultrabook distinct from other Notebooks.

Quick Response : Flash memory lets you get quick access to your favourite contents in seconds.

Intel Rapid Start Technology : It enables you to begin where you have left off before on your Ultrabook in seconds.

Thunderbolt Technology : Connect and transfer data with other devices at lightning speed.

Intel Smart Response Technology : Launch your favourite files and apps, or the ones you use most, faster.

Intel Smart Connect Technology : This feature keeps your mails and social networks automatically updated, even when your Ultrabook is in sleep mode.

Intel Identity Protection Technology : Secures you from online identity theft.

Intel Anti-Theft Technology : Your data is the most precious thing in your computer. This feature helps you to protect your data even if your Ultrabook is lost or stolen, by disabling it from anywhere in the world.

Phew! There you have it, ‘The Beginning of Future Computing’. Ultrabooks are designed to be ultra-portable so that you can carry it wherever you go. Therefore, Ultrabooks have long lasting battery life that lasts up to 6 hours, once fully charged. Now, you must be wondering, what is the price of the super-computing Utlrabook? Well, Intel has set a target price for Ultrabooks to be below $1000. So, what’s the wait for when Ultrabooks are beginning to flood the Notebook market?