The traditional computing platforms, such as the desktops, laptops and notebook devices, face a continual threat from tablet PCs. However, new research from Gartner in this field has come up with some startling facts. What has emerged as the central theme is that consumers have always wanted the tablet PC for their everyday computing needs, but had been forced to make do with … [Read more...] about Tablets to Outsell Desktops by 72% by 2017
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Dell to Launch New Windows 8 and Windows RT Tablet this Fall
Dell is reported to have started developing the successor to its XPS 10 and Latitude 10 tablet devices running Windows RT and Windows 8 respectively. The new tablets are likely to be launched during the fourth quarter and will come come with 10 inch or larger displays. "We have plans to significantly increase investment in our PC and tablet business to enhance our ability to … [Read more...] about Dell to Launch New Windows 8 and Windows RT Tablet this Fall
Can a Price Reduction Save Windows RT?
Speculation is rife that Microsoft might look to cut licensing fees of its Windows RT to help manufacturers compete better with the plethora of low cost tablets currently available in the market. The entire tablet market seems to have settled down into two broad segments; a low cost one ruled by Android, and the Apple iPad ruling the roost in the higher priced segment. Windows … [Read more...] about Can a Price Reduction Save Windows RT?
Microsoft Hiring New Designer for Next Surface Device
That the current crop of Surface devices with both PRO and RT versions failed to live up to the expectations of Microsoft is all too evident. The company is undeterred, however, and is already into developing the next gen versions. Towards this, it has already started a hiring spree and is on the lookout for a new designer to join the Surface team. The ad mentions, "Are you … [Read more...] about Microsoft Hiring New Designer for Next Surface Device
Surface RT and Pro to Be Brought to Seven New Markets
Microsoft has announced the availability of both its Surface Pro and Surface RT tablet devices in new markets around the world. The Surface Pro will be seen on store shelves of 7 new countries, which includes Australia, New Zealand, China, Hong Kong, France, Germany, and the UK. So far, the Surface Pro was available only in the US and Canada. However, the company hasn't stated … [Read more...] about Surface RT and Pro to Be Brought to Seven New Markets
Tool to Run Legacy Windows Apps on Microsoft Surface RT Emerges
While it has become clear that the Surface RT has failed to deliver on the initial hype and hoopla surrounding it, it's no secret that the device was let down by its software though it excelled on the hardware front. The lack of apps compatible with Windows RT together with its inability to run legacy Windows apps (hundreds of thousands of which already exists in the system) … [Read more...] about Tool to Run Legacy Windows Apps on Microsoft Surface RT Emerges
Microsoft Introduces Touch-Friendly Office 2013
One of the things that make Windows most sought after is the MS Office suite. Also, being all too aware of the cash cow that it has proved to be for Microsoft over the years, the company has just come out with a comprehensive upgrade for the software. The all new thoroughly revamped Windows 8 was launched just last October and the new Office 2013 marks a similar development for … [Read more...] about Microsoft Introduces Touch-Friendly Office 2013
Lenovo Launches Massive IdeaCentre Horizontal Table PC
Lenovo has come up with a tablet device so massive that is quite appropriately being called a Table PC. It opens a completely new segment with a display as huge as 27 inches. The size makes it perfect for more than one person to operate the device and has enough of computing power to accommodate multiple players at the same time, making it just right for multiplayer games. … [Read more...] about Lenovo Launches Massive IdeaCentre Horizontal Table PC
Fujitsu Windows 8 Convertible Tablet Shown Off in Hong Kong
We all know Fujitsu is in the process of developing a convertible tablet running Windows 8 and not only has the device made its way past FCC but was also recently spotted at Hong Kong by Engadget. The Stylistic Q702 convertible tablet that also includes a dockable keypad features an Intel Core i5 Ivy Bridge processor with a 11.6 inch display on top of it. The tablet runs on 4 … [Read more...] about Fujitsu Windows 8 Convertible Tablet Shown Off in Hong Kong
Samsung Teases Consumers with Windows 8 Based Hybrid Tablet
Samsung has come up with a teaser video that provides a sneak preview of its first Windows 8 based device. However, the first video is likely to be followed by a few more, so details are extremely limited as of now. What seems evident is that it will be a netbook and tablet hybrid device, which reminds us of the Series 5 Hybrid PC that Samsung had showcased at the CES event … [Read more...] about Samsung Teases Consumers with Windows 8 Based Hybrid Tablet