Sharp's earlier attempt at a tablet device did not really take off in a manner that could match its global stature as an electronics maker of repute. The Japanese major had even tried a different approach to the tablet market, by positioning its Galapagos line of tablets as e-book reading devices. Nevertheless, Sharp is back with a new tablet offering though the RW-T110, that … [Read more...] about New 10 Inch Tablet from Sharp Launched
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Sharp to Supply iPad Displays “As Soon As Possible”
Sharp is keen to get along with the shipment of LCD panels meant for the iPad 3 as soon as possible. Towards this, production of the display panels for iPad has been boosted up, and this means the initial batch of the latest Apple tablet isn't featuring display panels manufactured by Sharp. However, it's still a matter of speculation as to which company is supplying the … [Read more...] about Sharp to Supply iPad Displays “As Soon As Possible”
iPad 3 Displays Might Come from Sharp
Apple might be sourcing their LCD displays for the next gen iPad from Sharp, sources revealed. The LCD displays might be manufactured at Sharp's Kameyama No. 2 plant situated in Japan. The bidding for the contract was won by Sharp, who has been supplying display panels to Apple for their iPhone’s. Apple is also in the process of increasing their component supply chain for … [Read more...] about iPad 3 Displays Might Come from Sharp
Sharp launches 7-inch WiMAX capable Galapagos tablet
Sharp’s Galapagos range of tablets was supposed to mark its presence in the tablet market while also adding a competitive element against Apple's iPad. Every tablet in the market has but one common element -- that it wishes to be compared and competed against the iPad and Sharp had come up with a 10.8 inch tablet to take on the Apple offering. That it never happened is no … [Read more...] about Sharp launches 7-inch WiMAX capable Galapagos tablet
Sharp Brings Curtains Down on Its Galapagos 5.5 and 10.8 Inch Tablets
Its only the fittest that survive while lesser products get kicked out of the game. That's a simple rule of nature and the latest to find itself at the receiving end of this is the Sharp Galapagos 5.5 inch and 10.8 inch tablet PCs. This shouldn't come as a surprise, though, as its not the first time a tablet has been herded off to the chopping block and it surely won't be the … [Read more...] about Sharp Brings Curtains Down on Its Galapagos 5.5 and 10.8 Inch Tablets
Sharp Galapagos A01SH tablet unveiled
There is a new member in the Sharp Galapagos family -- the Galapagos A01SH that has just been unveiled. So we do have a fairly clear picture of the newest member of the Android tablet both inside out though the tablet will initially be seen playing around within the Japanese shores. The Galapagos A01SH is yet to make its formal stop-over at the FCC and hence, its around the … [Read more...] about Sharp Galapagos A01SH tablet unveiled
Another Sharp Galapagos tablet reaches FCC
Sharp will soon have another tablet in its product line up soon though the problem is, nobody known for sure just how soon. Or for that matter, most of the details of the latest Galapagos tablet has been behind cover, more so after a specific request from Sharp to FCC so as to maintain confidentiality about the product. In the meantime, one more of the Galapagos series of … [Read more...] about Another Sharp Galapagos tablet reaches FCC
Sharp Galapagos 5.5 and 10.8 inch preview at CES
The Sharp Galapagos Tablets were on display at the CES show, and yes its the same versions that were released in Japan a few months ago. These two tablets were named after the Galapagos islands where Sir Charles Darwin first developed his theory of evolution. Considering how this theory changed the modern world, can this new technology from Sharp live up to their name? Sharp … [Read more...] about Sharp Galapagos 5.5 and 10.8 inch preview at CES
Sharp Galapagos tablet reaches FCC
We all know Sharp intends to unleash its Galapagos line of tablets in the United States. If anyone needs proof, here it is. The Galapagos tablet has already made it to the FCC for the necessary trials that all products must go through if they intend to share retail space in that country. Christened EB-WX51GJ and EB-WX1GJ for the 5.5 and 10.8 inch tablets respectively, the … [Read more...] about Sharp Galapagos tablet reaches FCC
Sharp Galapagos tablet to reach US shores soon
Having set things straight in its home market, which includes the launch of the Galapagos line of tablets followed by the launch of the Galapagos content service involving tie ups with e-book and online magazine publishers, the Japanese electronics powerhouse now seems to be in expansion mode. And in lieu to this, Sharp has announced it will soon be reaching American shores … [Read more...] about Sharp Galapagos tablet to reach US shores soon
News Corp app for iPad to be launched in Jan
Its January the 17th that has been fixed for the release of the The Daily iPad, the news periodical app from News Corp. And with iPad being the target device, its all but natural for the app to come along with some of the most eye catching graphics and multimedia capabilities. To top it all, the app is also tipped to come with a special 3D effect the details of which is being … [Read more...] about News Corp app for iPad to be launched in Jan
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
Sharp Galapagos tablet to start shipping soon
Japanese electronics company Sharp now feels the Galapagos tablet that it has been developing for some time now is now matured enough for a stint in the markets and can stand up to the likes of the iPads and the Galaxy Tabs on its own. However, it will be seen only within Japanese territory, at least for now The date has been fixed as the 10th of December when the Galapagos … [Read more...] about Sharp Galapagos tablet to start shipping soon
Sony to re-launch its e-readers in Japan
Sony might be charming book lovers the world over with its alluring range of e-book readers though strangely, the same couldn't be said of its own backyard. The electronics behemoth had pulled back its e-readers from the Japanese market in 2007 citing lack of adequate demand and had set out in search of greener pastures. However, now with as much water that could flow under … [Read more...] about Sony to re-launch its e-readers in Japan