Japanese consumers will soon have one more tablet / e-reader hybrid device to choose from. Domestic consumer electronic giant Panasonic is working on such a device for a possible release as early as sometime next month itself. Also, a unique aspect with the Panasonic offering is that the company is adopting an approach similar to that of its domestic compatriot Sharp in that … [Read more...] about Panasonic readying tablet/e-reader for launch in Japan
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Tablet PC’s Affected by Component Shortages
The entire global supply chain of tablet computers is to be disrupted due to a shortage of vital internal components. This is primarily due to the earthquake in Japan last month where strategic components are manufactured. Digitimes is claiming that the shortage is so prevalent that many North American tech companies are cutting back on tablet orders due to the … [Read more...] about Tablet PC’s Affected by Component Shortages
Toshiba tablet now gets a name – Regza AT300
The new Toshiba tablet has finally got a name - Toshiba Regza AT300. However, that is not likely to be the only name that the tablet will be known by. On the contrary, the Japanese company is expected to have different names for the tablet for different world markets. So what will be the Regza - name of a popular consumer brand - in the domestic market, the same might be … [Read more...] about Toshiba tablet now gets a name – Regza AT300
LG Optimus Pad to launch in Japan on time
Japan was destined to be the first country to have the LG Optimus Pad and as per the latest estimates, this is no change in the schedule as of now. "There’s no reason to believe there will be any delay from our previous estimate," said Ken Hong, a Seoul-based LG spokesman. NTT Docomo, the exclusive carrier partner for the Optimus Pad in that country had already started … [Read more...] about LG Optimus Pad to launch in Japan on time
iPad 2 launch delayed indefinitely in Japan
Apple has decided against going ahead with the launch of its latest iPad 2 in Japan in the wake of the island nation now reeling under the impact of the twin natural disasters that hit is north-eastern coast last week. A devastating earthquake followed by an all conquering tsunami has almost brought the land of the rising sun to a halt with ripples to be felt almost everywhere … [Read more...] about iPad 2 launch delayed indefinitely in Japan
Japan gets hit with 8.9 earthquake
Normally we only post e-Reader and tablet PC news, but just now a huge 8.9 quake has hit Japan. There have been several strong aftershocks and a warning of a ten-meter tsunami following the quake, which caused buildings to shake violently in the capital Tokyo. The country is devastated by one of the highest earthquakes ever recorded. The runways at Sendai Airport have been … [Read more...] about Japan gets hit with 8.9 earthquake
Seven-Eleven Using tablet PCs in their Delivery Service
In Japan Seven-Eleven is taking customer service to the next level. The company made an announcement that they plan to offer patrons the opportunity order their meals and other store items from tablet PC menus. This is being done in an effort to support those reluctant shoppers like the elderly and those with mobility concerns. Customers of Seven-Eleven Japan are already … [Read more...] about Seven-Eleven Using tablet PCs in their Delivery Service
New Andoid tablet from Onkyo
Japan based company Onkyo has joined the Android party with a tablet running the Android Froyo. However, the biggest surprise might be lurking under the hood as the tablet is powered by the NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor having a clock speed of 1 Ghz coupled to either a 512 MB or 1 GB RAM. This combined the Android Froyo should do a world of good to the tablet as far as … [Read more...] about New Andoid tablet from Onkyo
Sony e-reader sold out in Japan
It wasn't too long ago that consumer electronics giant Sony had announced its decision to take another fresh look at the domestic e-book reader market with its latest range of e-readers - the Touch Editions. And now, the move seems to be paying back rich dividends already as the company has now stated its is fast approaching the bottom of its current stock levels. The … [Read more...] about Sony e-reader sold out in Japan
Sharp Galapagos tablet goes on sale in Japan
The onset of winter is hitting most of the world but the tablet PC segment seems to be getting hotter with each passing day. Its just a couple of days ago that we have seen the Notion Ink Adam finally up for pre-order. And now, its the turn of the Sharp Galapagos tablets which are on sale now. The tablet PC is however only available in Japan to begin with and can be picked up … [Read more...] about Sharp Galapagos tablet goes on sale in Japan