iTablet: a powerfull alternative to Apple iPad

X2 Computing have launched an iTablet - their new tablet PC which suppose to be in direct competition with Apple's iPad. Note, the name iTablet, wasn't trademarked by Apple, so other brand can freely use it. Commercial launch of iTablet is scheduled for April of this year. New device will be available in two modifications: with 10.2" and 12.1" screens, both having maximum resolution of 1024x768 pixels.

Customers will also have options to purchase a model featuring multi-touch technology, customize HDD size(up to 250Gb) and add a HDMI port. All X2 Computing iTablet models will have 1.3 mp camera, WiFi, Bkuetooth and 3G, built-in audio, 3 USB ports, graphics acelerator and Intel Atom 1.6Gz CPU.
This new device work under Windows 7 or Linux.

Haleron launches tablet PC for 150$

Recently Haleron have updated their products catalog with the new Tablet PC with the name iLet mini. This new product is using touch-enabled 7" display with the resolution of 800x480 pixels and is backed up by 300Mhz VIA processor.

As for the rest of the technical specifications of this model, it holds 128Mb RAM, 1Gb of flash memory, 10/100 Ethernet, Wifi adapter, supports SD/MMC cards and two USB 2.0 ports. Possible options include Bluetooth module and a GPS reciever.

The iLetMini works under Windows CE 6.9 or Linux. The size of a new tablet is 188×114×24mm. One battery charge should last about six hours of work.

It is expected that new product will be availavle at the price around 150$ for base model.

Apple is loosing the tablet PC market

Apple received another punch in the nose, more and more brands coming up with their own devices on tablet pc market and some of those solutions look quite a bit more attractive than "overgrown IPhone".

ARCHOS once again is leading the way in innovation with the introduction of the Netbook of the future, the ARCHOS 9 PCtablet. The new ARCHOS 9 PCtablet combines the performance of a high end netbook with breathtaking aesthetics, excellent ergonomics and a tactile interface on a superb screen.

Pure lines, extreme thinness (0.67''), 800g and a stunning black finish, the ARCHOS 9 PCtablet pushes the boundaries of elegance and simplicity on a Netbook, fulfilling the expectations of the most mobile users. It provides all the power and comfort needed for daily usage.
With this ultra-light and thin PCtablet, you can watch you videos (including Full HD format), browse the web, “video chat”, or write your mails or documents.

* Play all your multimedia content including HD* videos
* Use all your daily software such as Windows Live™ Messenger or Skype® with Windows® 7, or Lotus Symphony as a productivity suite
* Stay connected to Internet and your emails with the built-in connectivity

MSI says "Hi" to Apple

Micro-Star International (MSI) is preparing launch of their new product: Tablet PC based on NVIDIA Tegra 2, so said MSI's commercial director Sambora Chen.

This device must be released in second hald of 2010 and would cost around 500$. Mister Chen also mentioned that device will have 10" touch-sensitive colour screen, would support wireless connections, will be light and thin while also having all standart laptop functions.


MSI is preparing quite flexible model range for device and will come up with different models based on market demand.