So you thought the inclusion of a QWERTY keyboard in the main form factor was only restricted to the e-reader domain and won't ever spill over to the tablet segment. In fact, e-readers too are being increasingly seen adopting a touchscreen approach with the most notable exception to this design trend is the Kindle which still sees the justification of having a full fledged … [Read more...] about Newsmy Newpad NP711 tablet
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Rogers brings Dell Streak to Canada
If you live in Canada, have around $550 to spare and don't have an idea how best to spend that amount of money, here it is. Dell have just launched the Streak tablet device in that part of the world though what was missing is the usual fan fare that accompanies such high profile launches. The tablet has been priced at $549.99 and will work only on the Rogers network right … [Read more...] about Rogers brings Dell Streak to Canada
Froyo update for Dell Streak coming soon plus more news
Here is some good news for all existing and would be owners of the Streak tablet from Dell. The OS update to the latest Android 2.2 Froyo can now be expected to drop sometime soon, which stems from two interesting developments. First, Dell has already has units of the Streak with the Froyo update already in shipping units in Japan. It will be available to the market there … [Read more...] about Froyo update for Dell Streak coming soon plus more news
Toshiba Folio now shipping
Not every one is paying heed to Google's calls for keeping the Android 2.2 Froyo out of their tablets and Toshiba is one more to be seen among the defiant group of manufacturers. In doing so, they have stuck to what they had promised during the launch of the Folio 100 during IFA in Germany - a commercial launch of the Android 2.2 tablet during the fourth quarter of the year. … [Read more...] about Toshiba Folio now shipping
Galaxy Tab now available in UK
The 7 inch Galaxy Tab will make its appearance on store shelves today! You can find it at Carphone Warehouse, Dixons, and T-Mobile shops. Price though continues to be high at £499 which translates to $802. Carphone Warehouse is offering the Galaxy Tab at £499.99 while 1GB of data usage on Talk Mobile will require another £10 pay on a monthly basis. For those who need more … [Read more...] about Galaxy Tab now available in UK
RAmos W10 tablet running Froyo revealed
After having revealed the W9 and the W11 tablet PCs, RAmos has finally come up with the missing piece in its tablet line up - the tablet designated W10. However, RAmos might be late in revealing the W10 but it makes that up with some nice upgrades in its specification which is a notch higher than can be found on either the W9 or the W11. And the biggest change to be seen on the … [Read more...] about RAmos W10 tablet running Froyo revealed
An iPad clone that runs Froyo
It makes sense for those who take cloning rather seriously to apply their skills on the iPad. After all its the largest selling tablet PC in the world and its sales figure is measured in millions. And something whose demand is shooting through the roof will perhaps have a spill-over effect on its clones, which is why they are cloned in the first place. However, while all … [Read more...] about An iPad clone that runs Froyo
JooJoo 2 in the making?
The last that we did hear of the JooJoo tablet was during late August when Fusion Garage, the company behind the tablet had come up with a significant update of its software. However, things weren't exactly spectacular ever since and JooJoo failed to enter mainstream tablet market. However, while this let us know the company is still alive, the recent revelation of a new JooJoo … [Read more...] about JooJoo 2 in the making?
Gingerbread launch within a few days
Things seem to be moving pretty fast at the Google camp so that there are already indications of the Gingerbread, Android's next and eagerly awaited iteration might be just days away from a formal market launch. This is how it all began. Google has been installing the visual replica of each version of the Android after their completion on its sprawling lawns and the last … [Read more...] about Gingerbread launch within a few days
eLocity A7 tablet now available on pre-order
Here is one more option in the 7 inch category of tablets - the eLocity A7 from the Philadelphia based company Stream TV Networks. The 7 inch tablet is currently available on pre-order with sales slated to begin from November 22. And in case you are thinking the tablet will be one more to make some initial noise before sliding into oblivion, well Stream TV Networks is reporting … [Read more...] about eLocity A7 tablet now available on pre-order
Lenovo Android tablets won’t come until summer next year
After HTC and LG, here is another tablet device that will not be sticking to its launch plans. This times, its Lenovo's turn and as per the latest that we are getting to hear of the otherwise brilliant concept is that the tablet won't be ready for a market launch before the second half of 2011. And the interesting thing is all three of them are tied in with the same reason - … [Read more...] about Lenovo Android tablets won’t come until summer next year
Rogers to launch Dell Streak early November
Come November and Rogers will be in the position to usher in the Dell Streak in Canada, which will be just the right time to make for a strong case for itself before the holiday season is in full swing. However, its not known what the 5 inch tablet/smartphone combo device will eventually cost when it lands up in Canada. The other aspect that too isn't clear is what version of … [Read more...] about Rogers to launch Dell Streak early November
Hannspress tablet to be launched at IFA
Here is one more company that will also have a tablet device on display at the upcoming IFA. The Taiwan based Hannspree - that till now was known for its TV sets - will be bringing along their latest creation, a 10 inch tablet running the Android 2.2 Froyo. However, before you put it off as just another tablet to swell the ranks of tablet devices running Android, there are … [Read more...] about Hannspress tablet to be launched at IFA
Here it is, official teaser video of Samsung Galaxy Pad
It was spy pics and videos that we had to be content with until now regarding the latest entrant to the 7 inch tablet segment. Not anymore, for what we have here is the first official teaser video of the Galaxy Pad tablet from Samsung that many believe can shake things up in the now hot 7 inch tablet sphere. Also, a clearer picture of the Galaxy Pad is emerging, so that what … [Read more...] about Here it is, official teaser video of Samsung Galaxy Pad