Chip maker Intel may have made a name for itself by building platforms for Windows and OS X computers, but with virtually every PC maker getting into the low power consumer tablet space Intel finds itself struggling to compete in the mobile space against ARM-based chip manufacturers. So Intel is starting to push its next-generation […]
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Bargain Alert: ViewSonic gTablet available today for $280
Amazon is running a Gold Box deal today on the ViewSonic gTablet. You can pick it up today only for $279.99 + free shipping. This is a 10 inch Android tablet with a 1 GHz dual core NVIDIA Tegra 2.2 processor and 1024 x 600 pixel display. It has 16GB of storage, USB and HDMI […]
BlackBerry PlayBook review roundup
The BlackBerry PlayBook tablet is set to go on sale April 19th with a starting price of $500. The tablet has a speedy dual core processor, supports Adobe Flash, and in addition to native apps, it will eventually be able to run Android apps. So how does it compare to the Apple iPad, Motorola XOOM, […]
Asus Eee Pad Transformer coming to America this month for $399
The Asus Eee Pad Transformer has been making a world tour lately, launching first in Taiwan and then in the UK. But what about the US? Turns out the wait is almost over. We already know that electronics retailer Best Buy will offer the Android tablet with an optional keyboard docking station, and now we […]
Archos Gen8 update turns tablets into set-top boxes, phones into a remote controls
Archos has released a software update for its Gen8 line of tablets including the Archos 28, Archos 32, Archos 43, Archos 70, and Archos 101. The update includes a new YouTube applications, improved media apps, and higher quality 720p video recording on devices with HD cameras. But the most impressive update is a feature which […]
Motorola working on a rugged Android business tablet
Motorola is reportedly working on a new 7 inch tablet with a ruggedized case design for enterprise customers. In other words, you might get one of these things from your boss for managing inventory, but you probably won’t walk into a Best Buy and pick one up for yourself. Still, I imagine there might be […]
Archos 7c Home Tablet makes a Chinese appearance
Archos is introducing yet another new Android tablet, and Charbax from ARMdevices got a look at a new version of the Archos 7c Home Tablet during a tour of the Archos office in China. There’s a version of the Archos 7c already up for pre-order for around $200, but the updated model due out this […]
Gigabyte to hedge bets with Windows, Android, and dual-boot tablets
Gigabyte is outlining its plans for the tablet space. Next year the company plans to offer a Windows 8 tablet, but PC World reports that Gigabyte has a number of models set to launch between now and then, including: A 7 inch Android 2.2 tablet due out in July A 10 inch Android 3.0 model […]
Hannspree to launch Android 3.0 tablet later this year
Hannspree tablets haven’t really gained much traction in the US, but they keep showing up in Europe. Now the folks at Notebook Italia have spotted a Hannspree tablet roadmap showing the company’s tablet plans for this year. Right now Hannspree is offering a 10 inch model with a 1024 x 600 pixel display and NVIDIA […]
Razer Switchblade gaming netbook heading to China
The Razer Switchblade was one of the most unusual devices unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show in January. At first glance, it looks like a 7 inch netbook, but in addition tot the 7 inch touchscreen display, the keyboard is actually made up of a series of touch-sensitive displays, allowing you to treat the entire […]