There is seemingly no end to the portability trend. Devices are getting smaller and at the same time more powerful. We carry in our pockets devices more powerful than desktops of a recent vintage. We are seeing Moore’s Law in action. The changing nature of portable devices will continue to have a sweeping effect on… Continue reading Can You Replace Your Laptop With a Tablet?
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iPad Mini Set for Q3 2012
Steve Jobs Said No In October 2010, Steve Jobs had this to say in response to rumors of a 7” version of the iPad: “The reason we won’t make a 7 inch tablet isn’t because we don’t want to hit that price point, it’s because we think the screen is too small to express the… Continue reading iPad Mini Set for Q3 2012
The Best Alternatives To The iPad
With the release of the iPad, Apple turned the world of computing upside down. The iPad offered an alternative way to browse the web, read books and watch videos that bettered the laptop and the desktop. Tablet users soon fell in love with the ability to use their devices while relaxing on the sofa or… Continue reading The Best Alternatives To The iPad
True cost of the Galaxy Tab vs. the iPad
Can anyone compete with the iPad in the tablet market? Many have tried, but few have succeeded in putting more than a minor dent in Apple’s market share. With more than two thirds of all tablet sales in the third quarter of 2011, Apple figures to continue its majority dominance for quite some time. That… Continue reading True cost of the Galaxy Tab vs. the iPad
HTC Flyer: A Phenomenal Smartphone
For those who fancy tablet casing but require a smart phone, HTC has introduced a mobile gadget for them called HTC Flyer. It is a very portable and stylish gadget that has been able to attract a number of buyers. Its touchscreen system and the digital pen are the main features that make it a… Continue reading HTC Flyer: A Phenomenal Smartphone
BlackBerry PlayBook Review
Another new tablet, the BlackBerry PlayBook 7”, is finally here and although RIM is a little late in the game, it offers one more flavor to the tablet market by introducing a fresh new OS. The PlayBook could be a good alternative to iOS and Android, although some people argue that it is nothing more… Continue reading BlackBerry PlayBook Review
Problem on Android’s Update Delivery Method
Apple’s COO (chief operating officer) Tim Cook has recently stepped in for Steve Jobs and offered his own argument on Android tablets, by calling them as “bizarre” scaled-up smartphones. Jobs, who slammed on Google and RIM last October, took a medical leave leading to some speculation of an impending succession. But, it doesn’t stop Apple… Continue reading Problem on Android’s Update Delivery Method
How the Year 2010 Simplified Our Life?
What is the common similarity between three leading products of the year: the iPad, KINECTS and Android? The technology blends into the background and users can only feel the simplicity. Display replaces the keyboard and joystick; gestures make choosing menus and clicking buttons much easier. If the trend from 2010 continues, this year we will… Continue reading How the Year 2010 Simplified Our Life?
Reasons for Samsung’s Confidence in Galaxy Tab
The tablet market is noticeably becoming a place where many consumers are migrating. Steve Jobs was right, iPad sales are quite successful. As a matter of fact, in just three months, the company sold over four million iPad units. And when we consider the $499 price tag, Apple was able to earn some serious profit… Continue reading Reasons for Samsung’s Confidence in Galaxy Tab