Microsoft has embarked upon an ambitious plan to introduce an affordable range of tablets in the Indian market. These low cost tablets running Windows will cost as low as just ₹10k, which comes to about $160 USD. With these, Microsoft hopes to stem the steady slide in its user base that has been ditching the notebook or PC segment in favor of Android tablets. The Indian tablet … [Read more...] about Microsoft to Launch Low Cost Windows Tablet in India
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Ultra Cheap Android Tablet for $38 Coming to the US
Datawind shot to instant stardom with its tablet priced at an ultra low $35 announced it has a similar offer for the US as well. The company has lined up three versions for the US market, with the range starting at $38, while the top of the line model is priced at $130. The specs are fairly down to earth, which is hardly surprising given the price, though as Datawind CEO … [Read more...] about Ultra Cheap Android Tablet for $38 Coming to the US
HP Slate 7 on Track for April Launch
After Sony, HP also revealed the information that revealed the launch date of the company's budget tablet has been delayed to June from the original April was incorrect. It was just a few days ago that the purported mistake came to light, though it's good HP officials quickly made the clarification. The site has also been rectified and is now showing the April launch period. … [Read more...] about HP Slate 7 on Track for April Launch
Are Smaller Windows 8 Tablets on the Way?
Microsoft has quietly changed the minimum display requirement for manufacturers to place the Windows 8 logo on their products. While earlier it would require a display to have a minimum of 1366 x 768 pixels to justify its association with Windows 8, the same has now been reduced to 1024 x 768 at a depth of 32 bits. This could pave the way for manufacturers to start offering … [Read more...] about Are Smaller Windows 8 Tablets on the Way?
Apple Cutting iPad Mini Shipments in Q2 2013
Apple is reported to have set in motion plans to cut production of its iPad Mini in the second quarter this year, a move which industry experts believe could be a way to herald in the new gen iPad Mini. On the cards is a 20 percent cut in production of the iPad Mini in April, followed by more later on. In fact, the report carried at Digitimes claims Apple plans to bring iPad … [Read more...] about Apple Cutting iPad Mini Shipments in Q2 2013
Aakash Tablet Now Undergoing Tests at IIT Mumbai
The Aakash tablet has yet to hit the ground and is not likely to for at least a few weeks. The low cost tablet is now undergoing tests at the IIT Mumbai facility for applications and content. For this, 100 samples of the tablet have been handed over to the officials, with their feedback expected in the next few weeks. "IIT Bombay is in the process of testing the samples and … [Read more...] about Aakash Tablet Now Undergoing Tests at IIT Mumbai
Ubislate 7 Is Finally Here
Datawind has finally launched its successor to the first gen Aakash in the form of the UbiSlate 7+ and UbiSlate 7C. Also, as expected, price continues to be the strong point for the two tablet devices, at Rs 2,999 and Rs 3,999 for the UbiSlate 7+ and UbiSlate 7C respectively. Heralding the launch as a historic moment in the country, DataWind CEO Suneet Singh Tuli said, "This … [Read more...] about Ubislate 7 Is Finally Here
Datawind Teams Up with GetJar for Ubislate II
Datawind, makers of the ultra cheap Aakash tablet, has entered into an agreement with Getjar whose apps will now be available on the Aakash tablets. GetJar has in its repertoire a vast collection of 3,50,000 free apps in its app store. This will surely enhance the appeal of the low cost tablets as an app store, and featuring free apps was one thing that was missing from the … [Read more...] about Datawind Teams Up with GetJar for Ubislate II
Budget Archos Arnova 9 G3 Tablet Reaches FCC
A new low cost tablet is going to be released soon in the form of the Archos Arnova 9 G3. The tablet from the French manufacturer was listed at the FCC site recently and is touted to carry a 9.7 inch display along with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich as the OS. Other specifications of the tablet include its 1024 X 768 pixel resolution. The tablet will also have a wide viewing … [Read more...] about Budget Archos Arnova 9 G3 Tablet Reaches FCC
The Beetel Magiq – A Review
Suddenly, the budget tablet segment in India is buzzing with activity with all sorts of tablet PCs entering the market. Also, while each one of them is vying for consumer attention, the one aspect of price remains one of the most striking elements that has the potential to make or break a product. Beetel is all too aware of the price struggle, and that has prompted them to … [Read more...] about The Beetel Magiq – A Review