older “dumb TVs” from the past could. You can already utilize your smart TV to view content from leading streaming platforms, engage in AAA gaming through cloud services, or enjoy music and podcasts without needing any additional devices. Now, owing to a new HDMI device the size of a standard streaming stick, you can also incorporate full PC functionality into your TV. A mini PC manufacturer based in the US, Azulle, provides a mini PC in a stick-style design that connects directly to an HDMI port on your TV and introduces a complete desktop operating system in the form of Ubuntu.
Most significantly, the Azulle Access ARM Mini PC Stick starts at just $120 on Amazon. While mini PCs in a stick-style design are not exactly novel, the Azulle model is attractively priced and features a modern and efficient ARM-based chip designed to run Linux distributions and Android 14 smoothly. Although the device is aimed primarily at commercial applications, such as digital signage and kiosks, it is perfectly suitable for home use. You can convert it into your media hub with applications like Plex or Kodi, or utilize it to operate PC software with your TV effectively serving as your monitor.