ASUS and Google have just launched a new device that can instantly make old monitors into something significantly more useful.

The new device is known as the Chromebit, and what it does is basically convert old monitors into functional computers.

In order to use the Chromebit, people must first find any monitor with an available and still working HDMI port. Once they do, they can plug in the Chromebit, although they will also need to have a power cable connected to the device itself. Once that is done, users will want to find a functional Bluetooth keyboard and mouse in order to use their new computer, according to The Verge.

Once the Chromebit is up and running, users can now go online and also start using some apps, as they would do for most computers. 

What this means is that people can now basically use their old monitors to read articles online, maybe work a little or even watch movies and TV shows via the apps available from Google Play.

As for the other specs and features of the Chromebit, the new device will come with 16 GB of internal storage along with 2 GB of RAM, according to Tech Crunch. Considering the relatively limited memory offerings of the Chromebit, it would seem to be more suited for singular purposes as opposed to full-fledged multitasking efforts.

The Chromebit is also very portable, as it weighs only 2.6 ounces and is no bigger than a normal candy bar, allowing users to deploy it just about anywhere they can find an available monitor with an HDMI port.

Folks who are interested in getting the Chromebit can purchase it for $85 from selected retailers that includes Newegg, Fry's, and Amazon.

Outside of the United States, the Chromebit will also be made available in countries such as Australia, Canada, Japan and other nations in Europe and Asia.