Most people are familiar with the Splashtop app on their Apple and Android devices. If you are not familiar with it, Splashtop is the easiest and fastest way to access your Windows PC or Mac remotely from your Apple and Android tablet, anywhere, anytime! So it shouldn’t be news that the company has been developing its application for its next platform. Splashtop has prepared an application for the eventual release of Windows 8. Although the –> Read more
The embargo has been lifted, the updates are being pushed out and the reviews are in for the latest update to Microsoft Windows Phones. Past the break are a ton of reviews and their final impressions. –> Read more
TmoNews received convincing and confirming shots that the upcoming HTC Radar running Windows Phone (with Mango update) will be running on the T-Mobile network. The phone is clearly decked out with T-Mobile branding, boot screen, TV app and mention of T-Mobile in the “about” section of the phone.
There is word on when it will actually launch or for how much, but it will sporting 4G and the rest of the specs can be found here.
Check out all the photos at TmoNews.
I’ve also included a promo video from HTC showcasing the HTC Radar, check it out after the jump. –> Read more
Earlier this week Windows 8 made its debut. Along with it’s brand new Metro interface is an overhauled Blue Screen of Death.
In earlier versions, users were faced with a string of text detailing where an error had occurred. However, this was useless information for most who saw it. The new version replaces this confusing text with a frown emoticon, followed by the message “Your PC ran into a problem it couldn’t handle, and now it needs to restart.” Under this message is a generic search term regarding the type of error that occurred and a countdown till –> Read more
Well the embargo has been lifted and all the big tech sites that actually got demo units from Microsoft have posted up their thoughts and videos. Right now the press conference is still going on and the live feed can be watched here. Videos after the jump. –> Read more
Today starting at 9 AM Pacific, Microsoft will host their build event. The event is expected to showcase Windows 8, the upcoming Windows operating system. There is a lot of excitement about the upcoming Windows due to its new interface and ability of running on desktops, laptops, netbooks, tablets. Everything. There is even some info floating around the Windows Phone 8 will be running on the same kernel as Windows 8. Simply put, Microsoft is combining all of its services and making them capable of running –> Read more
Microsoft revealed the support of Hyper-V at the official Windows 8 blog. Hyper-V is important as it allows the end users to run more than one 32-bit or 64-bit OS at the same time on the same computer.
“In building Windows 8 we worked to enable Hyper-V, the machine virtualization technology that has been part of the last 2 releases of Windows Server, to function on the client OS as well,” said Hyper-V program manager Mathew John. Video after the jump. –> Read more
HTC has unveiled two new Windows Phone, both packing Mango (the upcoming update with over 500 changes to the OS). The HTC Titan has a huge 4.7-inch screen, 1.5 Ghz processor, 512 MB of memory, 8 MP rear camera and 1.3 MP front facing camera. All of this is squeezed into just 9.9 millimeters of brush aluminum. For comparison, that is thinner than the iPhone 4.
The HTC Radar is a more reasonable phone with a 3.8-inch screen, with a 1 Ghz processor, 512 MB of memory, and 5 MP rear camera with a VGA front facing camera. The Radar is also dressed in a aluminum shell. –> Read more
We are expecting some major announcements out of the HTC event on September 1st. A slew of new devices are expect to be announced along with a potential tablet.
PocketNow has released images of the HTC Omega (possibly the “Radar”), HTC’s newest Window’s phone. The phone features a nice white colorway which also appears to feature a sleek aluminum shell. –> Read more
AU will be the exclusive carrier of the Fujitsu IS12T in Japan. The company is already taking reservations and expected to fullfil the reservations on August 25th.
WP Central reported that: “Japanese Windows Phone news site NanaPho reports on one AU shop in Nishikasai, Tokyo taking such reservations. Going further, one of our readers, Chris Loguidice, let us know that he too was able to place an order.
This is pretty exciting as this is the first phone that is running the Mango OS.
Do you think it will be launching on August 25th?
SOURCE PocketNow, WP Central, and NanoPho
ViewSonic is welcoming your business by offering a tablet user “options.” ViewSonic has said that they are listening to their customers and are ready to finally deliver. ViewSonic has announced that it will be bringing a dual OS tablet to market later this month: The ViewPad 10pro.
The ViewPad 10pro will be running the latest 10.1 Windows along with Google’s Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS.
Bill Kircos, general manager of marketing for Intel’s Netbook and Tablet Group mentioned that “our Intel platform supports multiple operating systems, and this tablet shows how consumers can move between Windows and Android experiences in a way that offers rich graphics, high-definition audio, easy Internet browsing and longer battery life in a slick form factor.”
The dual OS ViewPad 10pro is available in two configurations – with Windows 7 Professional (with a 32GB SSD hard drive) and Android 2.3 for an ESP of $699, or with Windows 7 Home Premium (with a 16GB SSD hard drive) and Android 2.3 for an ESP of $599. A custom docking station accessory is also available for an ESP of $59.
Looks like other Android tablet makers will need to be on the lookout for ViewSonic.
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ViewSonic Brings Dual OS Intel Atom Processor-Based Tablet to Market
ViewPad 10pro delivers the best of both worlds in a 10.1 tablet, offering a true dual Windows and Android OS experience
WALNUT, Calif. – August 15, 2011 – ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions, today announced its latest 10.1” Windows® and Google Android™ dual OS tablet – the ViewPad 10pro.
The ViewPad 10pro is one of the first tablet solutions to be powered by the new 1.5GHz Intel®Atom™ processor Z670. Designed specifically for tablets, this new CPU minimizes power consumption, while enabling smaller and thinner product designs. Partnered with a 1024×600 capacitive multi-touch panel, ViewPad 10pro users can enjoy impressive Full HD 1080p video playback, fast Internet browsing and longer battery life, without sacrificing on performance. Paired with 2GB of integrated memory, the ViewPad 10pro is the optimal mobile computing powerhouse.
“We listened to our customers. We made the ViewPad 10pro dual OS interface as quick and intuitive as possible, while partnering with industry CPU leader Intel to deliver the latest in design and innovation across all fronts,” said Michael Holstein, vice president of business development, ViewSonic.
Tailored for business users, the ViewPad 10pro makes it even easier to enjoy a dual OS experience within a single tablet. Android 2.3 runs as an application on top of the Windows 7 operating system so users need to simply tap on the Android icon to make a seamless switch between business productivity and ultimate entertainment. Throw in the built-in Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, an HDMI out for content sharing, a 1.3 megapixel built-in front camera and a high capacity battery for up to 8 hours of battery life, and you get the ViewPad 10pro – a fully optimized, true dual OS tablet to keep users connected.
“The new Intel Atom processor-based tablet from ViewSonic is a cool, and distinguished product that brings a personalized and flexible experience,” said Bill Kircos, general manager of marketing for Intel’s Netbook and Tablet Group. “Our Intel platform supports multiple operating systems, and this tablet shows how consumers can move between Windows and Android experiences in a way that offers rich graphics, high-definition audio, easy Internet browsing and longer battery life in a slick form factor.”
To ensure the ViewPad 10pro grows with each person’s individual needs, the device offers expandable storage options via a micro SD card slot for up to 32GB of additional space. The dual OS ViewPad 10pro is available in two configurations – with Windows 7 Professional (with a 32GB SSD hard drive) and Android 2.3 for an ESP of $699, or with Windows 7 Home Premium (with a 16GB SSD hard drive) and Android 2.3 for an ESP of $599. A custom docking station accessory is also available for an ESP of $59. Both tablet configurations will be widely available in late August, with limited numbers currently available.
SOURCE ViewSonic
Looks like LG is ready to finish out the 2011 year strong. The company has had a great first half of the year so far and is anticipating an even better 2nd half. PocketNow has released some pictures of LG’s lineup that may start taking place soon. LG will even be releasing a new Windows 7 Mango phone. Do any of these mobile device catch your eye ?
LG Prada K2
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LG Univa (Optimus Two)
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LG Gelato NFC
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LG E2
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PocketNow states that “Little information is available about the LG E2 save for its entry-level nature; expect a smallish QVGA display, sub-gigahertz processor, and a basic three-megapixel-or-so camera. E2 sounds even more barebones than the Optimus One, suggesting that LG is attempting to push its Android lineup downmarket.”
LG K
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SOURCE PocketNow
Pre-order yours now from ExcaliberPC for $649 or Dynamism for $679.
SOURCE Netbooknews
Well Microsoft officially announced the $8.5 billion offer for the online video chat company. Microsoft stated in the press conference that “Skype will support Microsoft devices like Xbox and Kinect, Windows Phone and a wide array of Windows devices, and Microsoft will connect Skype users with Lync, Outlook, Xbox Live and other communities. Microsoft will continue to invest in and support Skype clients on non-Microsoft platforms.” Skypes CEO Tony Bates will continue to be at the Skype ladder with the new title of president under the Microsoft Skype Division. Congrats Microsoft!!!
To visit the press conference released by Microsoft click here.
SOURCE Microsoft
The Gigabyte S1080 tablet is officially out in Taiwan. This hardcore Windows 7 running, dual-core Atom n550 processing, 320GB hard driving, and ethernet port running machine, has it all. It even features a 10-inch screen and is 3G enabled. This could be the first tablet to actually give Apple some competition. In Taiwan the S1080 is priced at NT$22,900 (US $787) vs. the original Apple iPad priced at NT$22,800.
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