Silent computing specialist Tranquil PC has teased an upcoming all-in-one design dubbed the MonoOne, combining a passively-cooled computer with a high-quality display in a single package.
Clearly designed as an alternative to the Apple iMac, down to its curved aluminium foot-stand, the MonoOne borrows much from Tranquil PC's previous experience with building monocoque PCs from solid billets of aluminium. The PC itself, which is expected to use a low-power Intel Core processor variant, is integrated into the rear chassis of the display and includes VESA mounting points for the removable Apple-inspired desktop stand. Fins machined into the aluminium block itself provide the cooling required by the processor and other components, with nary a fan or air vent in sight.
To the front, the MonoOne appears to be a relatively standard monitor - albeit one with neatly curved corners and a larger-than-average bezel. Resolution has yet to be confirmed, but if the system launches with less than a Full HD (1,920x1,080) display panel it would be a major surprise. Sadly, Tranquil PC is playing its cards somewhat close to its chest with this launch: full specifications, as well as details on the internal components and whether or not the system will be easily user-upgradeable post-purchase, have yet to be announced while the company finalises its design ahead of launch.
For now, a short teaser of the product and a pair of cut-down images showing off the design are available on the company's official website, where the company can also be contacted to be alerted when the system launches.
Clearly designed as an alternative to the Apple iMac, down to its curved aluminium foot-stand, the MonoOne borrows much from Tranquil PC's previous experience with building monocoque PCs from solid billets of aluminium. The PC itself, which is expected to use a low-power Intel Core processor variant, is integrated into the rear chassis of the display and includes VESA mounting points for the removable Apple-inspired desktop stand. Fins machined into the aluminium block itself provide the cooling required by the processor and other components, with nary a fan or air vent in sight.
To the front, the MonoOne appears to be a relatively standard monitor - albeit one with neatly curved corners and a larger-than-average bezel. Resolution has yet to be confirmed, but if the system launches with less than a Full HD (1,920x1,080) display panel it would be a major surprise. Sadly, Tranquil PC is playing its cards somewhat close to its chest with this launch: full specifications, as well as details on the internal components and whether or not the system will be easily user-upgradeable post-purchase, have yet to be announced while the company finalises its design ahead of launch.
For now, a short teaser of the product and a pair of cut-down images showing off the design are available on the company's official website, where the company can also be contacted to be alerted when the system launches.
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