Ultrabooks: Explained!

Ultrabooks are a specific category of thin, portable laptops defined by Intel with the aim of competing with the MacBook Air. The video explains that to be considered an ultrabook, a device must meet a set of standards beyond just having an Intel processor: it must be under a certain thickness (no more than 21 millimeters for larger than 13 inches, and no more than 18 millimeters for 13 inches or smaller), include a battery life of at least five hours, and be capable of resuming from hibernation in seven seconds or less. The presenter notes that these requirements can evolve over time to stay ahead of the curve. He also clarifies that while MacBook Air is closely aligned with ultrabook goals, it is not technically an ultrabook, and Chromebooks fall into a different category due to OS and CPU differences. The discussion touches on storage expectations, with future ultrabooks anticipated to feature up to 16 gigabytes of storage (per a Wikipedia reference), and mentions that rapid start technology from Intel helps with wake times, though MacBook Air resumes from sleep just as quickly. The video concludes with a light note about waiting for the next generation of ultrabooks, the Asus ZenBook UX31 as a benchmark example, and a personal sign-off about a forthcoming vacation, inviting viewers to share which ultrabook they own and to stay tuned for the next video.

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