The journey starts here!

R-Comp Interactive, in partnership with a group of RISC OS companies and enthusiasts, is proud to announce the ARMini computer. Powered by the latest ARM Cortex A8 architecture, and running a modern RISC OS operating system, we hope that this new system will excite anyone looking for a "next gen" pure-ARM RISC OS computer system.

The ARMini typically runs software 50-100% faster (ie. up to twice as fast) as existing pure-ARM solutions, thanks to a faster processor with improved architechture. This is backed up by an array of USB2 ports and high-speed networking. Internal storage is available in various forms - flash, solid state or conventional drives can be attached, and there is removable storage (SD and MS card readers) too. For graphics, both DVI-D and HDMI are supported for digital connection to modern LCD monitors and TVs. This ensures a better quality picture - sharper and crisper than the VGA analogue outout seen on previous ARM-powered machines.

The ARMini is not yet a full replacement for a RiscPC or even Iyonix. Whilst most modern RISC OS applications (OvationPro, Techwriter, ArtWorks, DataPower, MessengerPro, NetFetch, NetSurf, Photodesk, and so on) should work fine, some software will need updating and older RiscPC-era applications may not work. It is envisioned that a copy of Aemulor will become available for the ARMini to help overcome the problems of legacy software, but we do not yet have a release date. If you are interested in running modern RISC OS apps, programming or networking, we think that you'll already find the ARMini an excellent machine at a fair price.

If you’ve already started your journey...

If you already own a BeagleBoard we offer a scheme to allow you to trade-in your existing BeagleBoard-xM for an ARMini computer. Alternatively, you may buy into our ARMini Software Scheme which enables you to take advantage of the software bundle and custom-written apps that ARMini customers already receive.

What customers say about the ARMini...

The computer is fantastic and I am really enjoying using it [the ARMini] - GR

I am very pleased with the ARMini - JG

Pleased with the ARMini so far - JA

All went smoothly and really it couldn't have been much simpler!

Brilliant... Doubly Brilliant! - PCN

R-Comp's support is excellent...I recommend the ARMini... - JohnB, riscosblog.co.uk

Awesome I would say - those times are impressive! (discussing ARMini speed) - PN

Wow... that was fast! - MH

The computer more or less plays out of the box and is a dream to setup. - myriscos.co.uk