What is Ultrabook?

Early last year, Intel introduced a new processor that has a code name "Sandy Bridge". At the first appearance, Intel provides the specifications table. In the table, it appears a processor with a TDP of only 17 Watts or known by the name of the Ultra Low Voltage (ULV). It turned out that the processor is intended for a mobile device that has a thin and lightweight size. From an Intel Core i this born a mobile device "Ultrabook".

Currently some notebook vendors have flooded the market with mobile products Ultrabook. But, you know what ultrabook is? Next we show some brief information about these products:

The Intel Core i ULV Sandy Bridge have 17 watt TDP, while the other Sandy Bridge processor series is more than that. Processors for Ultrabook has three stages of development, Sandy Brige ULV was the first. Then, Ultrabook will use the Ivy Bridge in 2012 and Haswell in 2013.

Expected with the use of this ULV processor, an ultrabook can survive at least 5 hours (without plugged into a power source) for normal use. Although it has a lower TDP processors with speeds below the Sandy Bridge non-ULV, Sandy Bridge ULV can still deliver high performance.

The Intel Core i 2nd generation has been integrated with the graphics on the Intel GMA 3000. Intel GMA 3000 can be counted on to play 3D games at certain resolutions and settings, and also could easily play HD1080P multimedia content. Intel Graphics also has QuickSync thus allowing users to perform operations decoding, encoding, and transcoding in hardware. You can also enjoying  WiDi or Wireless Display. You can connect a PC to an external display without using a cable.

Each will have a hybrid Ultrabook storage, ie the SSD with hard disk, or SSD with SSD. The first SSD will only be used as a ready boot so that an ultrabook can get into Windows faster. When the system is in a sleep mode or deep-sleep mode will wake up faster than you can imagine. In addition, smart connects technology also looks interesting. This technology will make the system restart periodically and when you put Ultrabook in a sleep mode, Windows will still be able to receive e-mail, social network updates, Messenger, RSS, and so forth.

Ultrabook main goal is to combine the convenience of a tablet (instant-on) with the performance of a notebook. An Ultrabook which was equipped by an SSD as a cache can login from sleep mode in under 2 seconds and can live up to 50 day in a sleep mode.

Security is an important thing at this time, considering the number of security holes that start to be infiltrated by the irresponsible hands. Intel began to provide adequate security systems through the device this Ultrabook.

In this Ultrabook system, there are Identity Protection technology to match the unique numeric code generated by the hardware to other hardware so you can make the identification Ultrabook security. The technology is only useful for sites that support the IPT.

Intel Anti-Theft is a technology that works on multiple levels of security. This technology will block suspicious activities from outside. Later this technology will be integrated with McAfee security system.

In terms of shapes, Intel did not specify the screen that must be carried by a Ultrabook so that the vendor has the freedom to determine the size of the screen to be used. This is very different when Intel determines the big screen for a netbook. With the presence of this ULV processor, Intel claims that the Ultrabook can be made as thin as possible, below 20mm.

In the design of the casing, Intel emphasized to use the chassis together, without a removable battery or unibody. It is intended to get maximum performance without sacrificing thickness Ultrabook platform itself. With the design of Intel's upcoming platform is expected to reach TDP 12W, 15W, and 17 W.

Other developments that will soon enter into ultrabook is the touchscreen, USB3.0, ThunderBold, and connectivity using 3G or 4G modem with a SIM card.

Regarding prices, currently Intel expects an Ultrabook can be sold below $1000 USD in accordance with the estimated cost of one unit and later ultrabook expected to go down steadily from time to time so the price will be more affordable. This is to balance the price of a tablet that are loved today. With the price and convenience such as tablets (instant-on) but has a much higher performance, certainly an Ultrabook will be interesting in future years.