Whether the Thrive tablet PC is actually thriving in the market or not, Toshiba has gone ahead in doing what has become the most logical thing to do for almost all tablet manufacturer -- develop a 7 inch tablet version. Being referred to as the Toshiba Thrive 7 inch -- this until Toshiba comes up with anything else -- the tablet happens to the an exact replica of its bigger 10 … [Read more...] about New Toshiba Thrive 7 inch for holiday season launch
$35 Tablet Ready for Launch on Oct 5
In a surprising turn of events, the $35 tablet is now back on track with the formal launch event slated to take place on October 5th. The idea of a full fledged tablet device that costs as low as just $35 had made the tablet headlines world wide, though subsequent hiccups in finding a suitable manufacturing partner had led many to doubt if such a low price tag could indeed be … [Read more...] about $35 Tablet Ready for Launch on Oct 5
ZTE Tablet with NVIDIA Kal-El Debuts in China
A tablet device powered by the latest NVIDIA Kal-El chipset with 5 cores no doubt makes for a juicy proposition, though the question that remains unanswered is whether there will be enough juice for the tablet to ensure users get to use the power of all the five cores long enough. ZTE didn't answer that when it unveiled the world's first tablet device built around the latest … [Read more...] about ZTE Tablet with NVIDIA Kal-El Debuts in China
New Breed of Tablets from Motorola for Year End Launch
We already know Motorola is readying a new line of tablet PCs that will not only replace its lone tablet offering, the XOOM, but will also expand to new horizons. There is a new XOOM 2 in the works, along with a new smaller tablet that some quarters believed will be named the Fleming.However, recent reports bring in some confusion as to what exactly the size of the smaller … [Read more...] about New Breed of Tablets from Motorola for Year End Launch
E Ink Claims e-Book Reader Market Will Increase in 2011
No matter how much noise tablet PCs might be making, e-readers are here to stay if Taiwan based E Ink Holding or EIH is to be believed. In fact, the company believes e-ink based e-readers will continue to flourish in 2011 with shipment volumes expected to reach 25 to 30 million units.However, the actual picture from the industry paints a different picture as market leader … [Read more...] about E Ink Claims e-Book Reader Market Will Increase in 2011
Sony PRS-T1 Ships Oct 16 if pre-Ordered Now
Sony's new Wi-Fi only e-reader, PRS-T1, with which it hopes to take the battle to the Amazon Kindle or the Nook Color, is now up for pre-order. Price has been kept competitive at $149, with the official Sony site now accepting pre-orders for the new e-reader. Shipping date mentioned is "on or about" October 16th as of now.The price though isn't the only reason making the … [Read more...] about Sony PRS-T1 Ships Oct 16 if pre-Ordered Now
Motorola Xoom 2 Media Edition Leaks
We have had tablet PCs of various dimensions so far, though the ones with 7 and 10 inch sized display seem to be the most sought after. That didn't stop both LG and Samsung from coming up with 8.9 inch sized tablets, though Motorola is all set to add a new twist to the mix. A recent leak has brought forth a tablet named Xoom 2 Media Edition, which is 8.2 inches. Engadget is … [Read more...] about Motorola Xoom 2 Media Edition Leaks
Ice Cream Sandwich might be christened Android 4.0
Android's next version, the Ice Cream Sandwich has started making the right noises. While the new Android iteration is all set for a release towards late October or early November, new evidence has cropped up pointing towards the version being actually called Android 4.0 and not 2.4 as some had thought. Both the figures have been doing the rounds as the Ice Cream version would … [Read more...] about Ice Cream Sandwich might be christened Android 4.0
Motorola XOOM 2 surfaces
Motorola is in the process of readying a sequel to the original XOOM which it hopes will get the type of response it had expected with the first gen XOOM. The new XOOM though does not break any new grounds and is a lot similar to its predecessor but with more rounded edges this time.Among the other changes the XOOM 2 will come with include a redesigned HD camera at the … [Read more...] about Motorola XOOM 2 surfaces
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1v updated in Australia
Those who have already bought the Galaxy Tab 10.1v in Australia or are planning to do so are in for some good news. Vodafone Australia is now offering the Android 3.0.1 update which is available for download right now. As it has been, the update will bring all the usual goodies like improved performance, several bug fixes, and optimizations.Also, the Galaxy Tab 10.1v … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1v updated in Australia
The Kobo Vox eBook Reader is at the FCC
A new e-reader tablet device from Kobo has appeared at the FCC. Named the Vox e-book reader, the tablet is being touted as Kobo's answer to the yet to be launched Amazon tablet, though much of it is still shrouded in mystery.However, the images available do deliver some hints. The Vox includes a microSD card slot, which means users get the chance to enhance their storage … [Read more...] about The Kobo Vox eBook Reader is at the FCC
Ultra Thin Toshiba AT200 on pre-Order in Germany
Toshiba continues to push its stance in the tablet segment with the new AT200 tablet PC. However, its biggest USP—apart from the usual bells and whistles that tablet PCs have come to be associated with—is its extremely thin profile. It's not enough for the tablet to boast of class leading performance, but also have a thin and light form factor after what Samsung and Apple have … [Read more...] about Ultra Thin Toshiba AT200 on pre-Order in Germany
Spice Launches MiTab, a 12K 7 Inch Android Tablet
Reliance 3G Tab has a new competitor of sorts in the form of a new 7 inch Android tablet named MiTab. The tablet has been launched by S Mobility, earlier known as Spice Mobile. Also, S Mobility has made things a lot easier for tablet enthusiasts by pricing it at a quite convenient Rs. 12,990.Feature wise, the MiTab 7 comes with integrated 3G, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. The … [Read more...] about Spice Launches MiTab, a 12K 7 Inch Android Tablet
G’Five to Launch Sub 10K Tablet This Month
The budget tablet segment in India is all set to be bolstered with a new offering from the Chinese firm G’Five. Running on Android, the tablet will be priced below 10k so as to ensure maximum market penetration. The tablet should be ready for a launch within the month, G'Five sources revealed, though the company first stated they would be coming up with the tablet by … [Read more...] about G’Five to Launch Sub 10K Tablet This Month