Posts tagged with tablet
Microsoft Gives Away Acer Tablet PC
Posted on November 21, 2009 8:58 AM
Folks who attended Microsoft’s PDC09 (Professional Developers Conference) should be rather happy, as Steven Sinofsky, Windows and Windows Live Division President, announced that all of the PDC09 attendees will be receiving a free Acer Aspire 1420P Convertible Tablet PC. The free tablet was supposedly to show Microsoft’s gratitude towards all of the PDC attendees and the support that the developers gave Microsoft during the Windows 7 release. In case you were wondering, the features of said laptop include:
- Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit edition
- Intel Celeron 1.2GHz
- 2GB RAM
- Intel graphics
- 3G mobile broadband
- 250GB hard disk
- 11.6-inch screen
Bamboo Comic Pen & Touch
Posted on November 20, 2009 8:00 AM
The Bamboo Comic Pen & Touch, also known as the CTH-461/S1, is similar to the Bamboo Fun Small where its body and pen are concerned. However, since the Bamboo Comic Pen & Touch is meant for illustrators as well as those who dabble with comics and manga, you get five dedicated software including Pixia Edition, Illust Studio Mini, Comic Studio Mini and Pencil LITE for the Windows platform, while a Mac/Windows-compatible software would be the Corel Painter Essentials 4.
T3 Notebook Of The Future
Posted on November 19, 2009 9:09 AM
Based on a quick glance at the picture above, would you want it? It’s a design of what T3 considering the next generation portable computer, or “Netpad” as they call it. Truth be told, it looks like a tablet computer with a stand at the back to keep it upright. Granted, it looks futuristic and certainly alluring, and so we certainly wouldn’t mind seeing such a product become a reality. Will we all be ditching the keyboard a few years down the road?
Apple tablet delayed again
Posted on November 19, 2009 6:09 AM
Could the rumored Apple tablet actually end up as vaporware? Word has it that the tablet will come in a choice of either LCD or OLED displays, but bad news accompanies such nuggets of information - this would most probably push the tablet's release date back until the end of next year as Apple attempts to lower the final price. Sources point towards a $2,000 price tag even then, which is just crazy expensive for a device that runs on the iPhone OS (although that might change in the future). What do you think - is the Apple tablet a viable device?
Wired To Cater For Apple Tablet
Posted on November 19, 2009 1:34 AM
Talk about the allure of the rumored Apple Tablet. While Apple hasn’t confirmed whether it’s working on such a device or not, the folks at Wired magazine are already taking steps to keep ahead of the competition by preparing a digital version of it’s magazine for upcoming tablets. While tablets getting popular, they’re still nowhere near the level of popularity that netbooks enjoy at this current time, will an Apple tablet change the scene like how the iPhone did? We’ll have hope that the rumors of the Apple Tablet are true, and wait, won’t we?
DigitalRise PC-729 tablet
Posted on November 18, 2009 5:56 AM
The DigitalRise PC-729 tablet offers a refreshing look at the tablet market, since it comes with a 7" touchscreen display, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, all powered by an ARM9 processor. One major drawback would be its 128MB RAM which by today's standards, doesn't seem to cut the mustard any more, while its 7" touchscreen display has a relatively low resolution of just 480 x 272 pixels. Would those apparent setbacks cause you to fork out $355 for the DigitalRise PC-729?
Innovative Converged Devices roll out Vega
Posted on November 13, 2009 6:15 AM
Innovative Converged Devices, also known as ICD in short, has announced their very own tablet known as VEGA, where it will come in sizes ranging from 7" to 11" and 15", boasting a simple yet svelte design. Armed with a Tegra processor within, you can tell that this is not going to be a slouch when it comes to graphical performance, although the presence of a resistive touchscreen might turn some people off. It is capable of doing everything that Android OS offers, although the lack of a built-in GPS sensor would practically rule out Google Navigation. No idea on pricing or availability though, but CES 2010 would be a good bet as to an official announcement.
BoEye Android Powered Tablet
Posted on November 11, 2009 8:19 AM
The BoEye MID700 looks a little bit like a giant iPhone from China, which isn’t such a bad thing. It’s powered by Google’s Android, and has a front facing camera, sleek design, and should set you back about $300. Might this device also be a rival to Amazon’s Kindle?
Adesun AD-708 tablet
Posted on November 10, 2009 7:49 AM
Adesun's latest AD-708 tablet will be based on the x86 architecture with Windows XP as the operating system of choice. This 7" device will play nice with Windows Vista and Linux OS as well if that's your cup of tea, although it would surely be pushing the processor to its limits. The basic model comes with 512MB RAM, an 8GB SSD and a 3200mAh battery, while the deluxe model has double the RAM, SSD capacity and battery, boasting an integrated SD memory card slot and a GPS receiver. Shared specifications comprise of a 7" 800 × 480 WVGA touchscreen display, Bluetooth 2.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11b/g connectivity, a G-sensor, a couple of USB 2.0 ports and a VGA port. Prices for the basic and deluxe models stand at around $293 and $441, respectively.
Dell Mini 9 gets accelerometer
Posted on November 9, 2009 7:59 AM
Looks like the highly customizable Dell Mini 9 gets another uncertified feather in its cap with news of a mod that involves a built-in accelerometer to enhance the touchscreen-enabled Dell Mini 9. At least you won't have to wait for the rumored Apple Tablet before you have fun with this mod.
Witstech A81 tablet
Posted on November 6, 2009 11:07 AM
Here's another tablet that might just pique your interest if you're into devices like these - the Witstech A81 tablet. This 7" ARM-powered tablet will most probably fall under the WinCE category, but we're pleased to note that it comes with a capacitive touchscreen display while running on an unidentified ARM Cortex A8 core. No idea on pricing, but a range of $200 to $250 has been bandied about alongside a future Android build.
Apple Slate tablet mentioned by NY Times, creates new wave of rumors
Posted on October 26, 2009 9:12 AM
Bill Keller of the NY Times has dropped the bomb by mentioning the upcoming Apple Slate tablet computer. Here's what he says in his speech to the digital group at the New York Times:
Sixth, we need to figure out the right journalistic product to deliver to mobile platforms. I’m hoping we can get the newsroom more actively involved in delivering our best journalistic product..
… times reader, iPhone apps, impending apple slate or whatever comes after that.
The video is in the full post. Now, remember that it doesn't mean that Bill Keller has inside information or has unintentionally pre-announced a product. He might just be expecting Apple to launch such a device soon. In the past, the NY Times has been one of the few outlets to have an early access to Apple's products, and if such a tablet was to exist, you can bet that Apple is talking to media partners right now - including the NYT, to figure out how to make it economically viable for the newspapers. Search previous Apple Tablet stories.
Dell Latitude XT2 XFR goes rugged
Posted on October 23, 2009 10:32 AM
Novatel's FCC filing points toward a rugged Dell Latitude XT2 XFR that will probably be the first rugged tablet from the company to date. It will share the same button layout as with the XT2, although this one comes with thick rubber bumpers on the sides to help shield it from shocks or drops, alongside a thicker monitor hinge for that added touch of quality. The trackpad remains accessible even when the XT2 XFR is in tablet mode. No idea on how much this will cost though, but it is nice to see Dell diversifying their range of machines.
Shenzen P88 tablet
Posted on October 22, 2009 4:26 PM
The Apple tablet has been rumored for a long time now, and even the recent introduction of revamped Macs, a new Magic Mouse and the Apple Remote failed to yield additional clues towards a potential Apple tablet. Never mind, says Shenzen of China who are extremely forward looking that they have already rolled out the P88 tablet that is a future Apple tablet clone, coming with a 10.2" touchscreen display at 1,024 x 600 resolution. Looks like it runs on Windows XP though, making it easier for you to guess just what kind of innards it carries.
Dell Mini 9 Slate Tablet Mod
Posted on October 13, 2009 10:34 AM
Kudos to Rob928 for coming up with the first publicized Dell Mini 9 slate tablet mod in the world, where it relied on a Vostro A90, a Honda Fun and Easy touchscreen kit alongside a whole lot of love and patience. This ain't no multi-touch display though, which means you might want to be a bit more careful when using it so as not to carelessly rest your palm on the display. It will also heat up when in use, reaching temperatures of up to 50 degrees Celsius, so you might want to be a bit more careful there.
Lbook T9 tablet
Posted on October 8, 2009 2:31 AM
Could the tablet computer market actually mature this time round? After all, with Apple entering the fray, things could really heat up. There is a new model in town - the Lbook T9 that will retail for no more than $375, where it boasts an 8.9" display at 1,024 x 600 resolution, 2GB RAM, a 120GB hard drive, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity as well as an Intel Atom Z530 1.6GHz processor driving the machine forward. You can choose to opt for a 3G module within if staying connected at all costs is your priority. Out sometime in March next year, the Lbook T9 will probably ship with Windows 7. We think that's too long to wait as the specifications would surely no be as up to date as before.
Gateway EC18T leaked
Posted on October 5, 2009 8:13 PM
Gateway's EC18T tablet PC has just been leaked, where this puppy doesn't seem to be a slouch when it comes to performance by offering an Intel Core 2 Duo processor while being able to accommodate up to 4GB RAM, accompanied by a Mobile Intel GS45 Express graphics chipset, an 11.6" display and the choice of either Windows 7 Home Premium or Basic as its operating system. There is no word on pricing or availability, but it does look sweet enough to warrant a closer look when available.
Publishers Eyeing Apple Tablet
Posted on October 3, 2009 8:54 AM
After Apple’s amazing success with the iPhone, it’s no surprise to hear rumors of an Apple tablet, which has been going around for some time now. It does seem that there is some credibility to the whole thing, especially since latest reports state that a group led by Time Inc. is looking to come up with a digital store for magazines and sell their content in digital format. With the success the iPhone has had, it’s not surprise that publishers are drooling over Amazon’s Kindle and the rumored Apple Tablet. In the latest reports, it seems that Apple isn’t too happy with the approach that the publishers want to take, which shouldn’t be too surprising to anybody, especially since Apple is well known for doing things their way. It will certainly be interesting to see what kind of tablet device Apple will come up with, and how it will affect the market.
Contact Tracking and Identification Module for Touch Sensing
Posted on October 2, 2009 8:07 AM
One of Apple's patents have surfaced, where it will feature a technology known as "Contact Tracking and Identification Module for Touch Sensing", making it seem as though it will be an extension of the exiting Multi-Touch system, albeit one will see integrated elements from two hands instead of just a few fingers. Those who find typing, pointing and scrolling functions to be old hat, this patent offers methods for 3D manipulation and handwriting which is definitely new and unheard of, bypassing the standard limitations of traditional input systems found in the market today.
Archos 9 tablet PC shipping date announced
Posted on September 25, 2009 9:05 AM
Having seen the light earlier this July, the Archos 9 tablet PC will finally be available to the masses from October 22nd onwards, where you can choose from black or white colors. It will come with the Windows 7 Starter Edition operating system and powered by an Intel Atom 1.1GHz processor, 1GB RAM and a 9" resistive touchscreen display at 1,024 x 900 resolution. You can also run your wireless conversations using the Archos 9 thanks to its integrated Bluetooth connection, while a couple of antennas are able to receive DVB-T TV broadcasts. Expect to fork out less than $500 for this puppy when it arrives.
