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Kangaroo: The Portable $99 Windows 10 PC

The Kangaroo, developed by InFocus, is a small $99 Windows 10 PC designed to be versatile and portable. While not as small as a Intel’s tiny Compute Stick, or even a Raspberry Pi, InFocus’ Kangaroo is small enough to fit in a pocket and includes an HDMI dock for easy connection to a TV or monitor, the idea being that multiple docks around your house allows you to move your PC to different rooms without fuss.

The Kangaroo runs on an Intel “Cherry Tail” Atom x5-Z8500 processor, the same chip contained within many popular tablets, and has 2GB RAM, 32GB on-board storage, a microSD slot, and a fingerprint reader. Its internal battery carries enough charge for up to 4 hours use, but also includes a MicroUSB charger. Ports include one USB 2.0, one USB 3.0, and an HDMI port.

While the Kangaroo runs Windows 10, it could be of some appeal to iOS users, thanks to its Lightning-to-USB cable, which allows the PC to use an iPhone or iPad as a touchscreen monitor.

Full Technical Specifications:

OS	Windows 10 – 64bit Home
CPU	Intel Atom™ x5-Z8500 Processor (2M Cache, up to 2.24 GHz)
Graphics	Intel® Processor Graphics Gen8
Video Memory	Sharing System Memory
Memory	2GB LPDDR3
Hard Drive	32GB eMMC
Wireless	Wi-Fi 802.11 A/C (Dual Band) / Bluetooth 4.0
Expansion Slot	microSD
Security	Fingerprint reader
Battery Life	Battery power for up to 4 hours (casual use)
Dimensions	Computing module : 80.5 x 124 x 12.9mm / Base : 80.5 x 46.9 x 12.9mm
Weight	200g (without adapter & power cord) / 470g (including adapter & power cord)
Ports	Computing module: microSD, Micro USB (charge only) Base: USB 2.0 x 1, USB 3.0 x 1, HDMI x 1, DC-IN
Audio	Supported through HDMI
Cloud	OneDrive
Power Adapter	Input: 100V-220V ~ 1A, 50-60Hz / Output: 12V/3A
Accessories included	Software – OSLinx (requires download & lightning to usb cable), AC Power Adapter, Kangaroo Dock
Warranty	1 Year Limited Warranty
Kangaroo Dock Ports	USB 2.0 x 1, USB 3.0 x 1, HDMI x 1, DC-IN
Kangaroo Dock	40-pin proprietary