The Galaxy Tab 10.1 launch Down Under has been pushed back till September 30, thanks to some renewed efforts on part of Apple to keep the Tab 10.1 from action in Australia. The Samsung tablet was originally planned to be launched on September 12. Hearing of the case has been slated for the last week of September at the Federal Court under Judge Annabelle Bennett. She also … [Read more...] about Galaxy Tab 10.1 launch in Australia moved to Sept. 30
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HP TouchPad may not be dead afterall
The HP TouchPad saga has been thoroughly interesting so far. A high profile launch followed by discounts to HP leaving the tablet business altogether and resorting to $99 clearance sale of the remaining stock of the WebOS tablet that led to almost the 21st century equivalent of a gold rush; we have seen it all take place in a matter of just weeks. In fact, so huge has been the … [Read more...] about HP TouchPad may not be dead afterall
New Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Image Leaks
Whether it was a deliberate attempt on part of Samsung to kick up media frenzy or an accidental slip, the fact is we know what Samsung will be carrying over to Berlin, where the IFA gets underway at the beginning of next month. The Galaxy Tab 7.7 has aroused interest for tablet lovers since at least we know it's going to be a tablet PC with a 7.7 inch display. However, the … [Read more...] about New Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 Image Leaks
Microsoft Shows off Quad-Core Tablet Prototype, Apps Now in Development
The TechED2011 event at New Zealand has been a happening place and Microsoft has been one of the main actors showcasing what their next generation Windows is going to be like along with a number of devices that would be running on this OS. They have even displayed their quad-core Windows tablet at the event. Jeff Johnson from Microsoft only went on to say that the tablet … [Read more...] about Microsoft Shows off Quad-Core Tablet Prototype, Apps Now in Development
Tablet vs eReader Demographics
A recent study conducted by Nielsen has come up with some interesting facts. By a slight majority, women have been found to be increasingly drawn towards e-book readers, while their male counterparts seem have found tablet PCs to their liking. Presently the study reports 61 percent of women own a Kindle, a Nook, or any other such e-reader, a steady increase over the 46 percent … [Read more...] about Tablet vs eReader Demographics
Kno launches 3D, video textbooks for iPad
Kno has on offer thousands of educational books available for students on the iPad via its app Textbooks. The application allows for students to get a 3D object view in their textbooks of subjects and objects related to Chemistry for now but would be extended to cover other subjects also soon. Then there is the Smart Links feature  which focuses on videos but is in beta … [Read more...] about Kno launches 3D, video textbooks for iPad
United Airlines first major to introduce iPads for flight deck operations
United Airlines has earned the unique distinction of being the first airlines in the world to have dropped the use of paper in its flight deck completely. Instead, the Apple iPad has been introduced into the flight deck and would contain all the maps charts or any other form of document that the 11,000 pilots of the Airlines would be using for their flying purpose. The … [Read more...] about United Airlines first major to introduce iPads for flight deck operations
Samsung Tablet Commercial is Most Effective, Survey Reveals
With tablet war getting hotter with each passing day, it's just natural for the heat to be felt in the TV ads, too. Needless to say, the various tablet manufacturers are leaving no stone unturned in their effort at garnering a bigger share of consumer's attention, though it seems Samsung is leading the way here. Based on the numbers received from Ace Metrix, it has been … [Read more...] about Samsung Tablet Commercial is Most Effective, Survey Reveals
HTC Puccini to Debut Before End 2011 as HTC Jetstream
The HTC Puccini will become Jetstream once it is launched in the US, which is likely to happen before the end of 2011. Also, the tablet will have 4G capability with AT&T as the telecom partner and it's likely to be Long Term Evolution and not the HSPA+ 3G that AT&T has been claiming as 4G. For the international market there is every chance for the HTC … [Read more...] about HTC Puccini to Debut Before End 2011 as HTC Jetstream
Streak 7 to Get Honeycomb Upgrade and Streak 5 is Discontinued
Next month the Dell Streak 7 tablet will start running Android Honey. It has been an unofficial option for a few months now. Now that Dell has made the announcement, this should bring much needed relief to all Streak 7 owners. The tablet, once optimized with Android Honeycomb, comes with a lot of enhancements which include a better display, as well as better battery life. … [Read more...] about Streak 7 to Get Honeycomb Upgrade and Streak 5 is Discontinued