Rumors: Apple to launch iPad mini

A flurry of rumours have hit the web, hinting at the launch of a new miniature version of Apple’s latest slate, the iPad 3.

According to reports, Apple is keen on releasing an iPad Mini to fend of stiff competition from rival Amazon, who successfully entered the tablet market last year with the Amazon Kindle Fire.

How much truth is behind the rumours and what exactly can we expect to see from the iPad Mini?

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Google tablet to launch in July

Gadget enthusiasts have been speculating about the 2012 release of the Google tablet for months. Now, sources close to the project say the iPad and Kindle competitor will debut in July.

It seems Google is pushing back the Google tablet previously anticipated May release, in an effort to cut prices. from initially announced $249 price tag down to $199 or even less. Read more

Apple’s New iPad 3 Features

New iPad Features Retina Display, A5X Chip, 5 Megapixel iSight Camera & Ultrafast 4G LTE

 

Apple introduced the new iPad, the third generation of its category defining mobile device, featuring a stunning new Retina™ display, new A5X chip with quad-core graphics and a 5 megapixel iSight camera with advanced optics for capturing amazing photos and 1080p HD video. iPad with Wi-Fi + 4G connects to fast networks worldwide, including AT&T’s and Verizon’s 4G LTE networks, and still delivers the same all-day 10 hour battery life* while remaining amazingly thin and light.

Beginning today, iPad 2 will be offered at an even more affordable price starting at just $399. Amazon’s Kinddle Fire still remains cheaper at $199. Read more

iPad 3 to be announced on March 7; Shares skyrocket

iPad 3 will have a ‘retina display’

Apple testing a smaller screen version of the iPad 3

The intensely rumored new tablet of now the world’s richest tech public company will be announced on Wednesday, March 7, according to “sources who have been reliable in the past”.

An Apple blog says it is confirmed that the iPad 3 will have a quad-core processor, but it is not certain whether the new device will have LTE compatibility.

“People familiar with the matter”, as it is cited on the web, said Apple was preparing an LTE version for the Verizon and AT&T networks in the US. Read more

The latest tablet costs only $35

Forget Apple’s iPad that costs a fortune of $499, the Amazon’s Kindle Fire that will be released in November with a price tag of $199, the TouchPad still on offer on HP’s website for $99!

Think: a $35 tablet computer!

Today in India, new device called Aakash was unveiled as the world’s latest and least expensive tablet. It won’t take long to come to Dubai!The Indian government revealed the initial concept prototype in July of 2010. Now, approximately 15 months later, it seems that the tablet is a reality, at least in India. Read more

Technology in Medicine: Range of Mobile Applications for Doctors

A leading developer of cognitive tests, originating from the University of Cambridge, announces its intention to become a leader in translational neuroscience with the development of a range of mobile applications for doctors

Leading UK developer of neuropsychological tests for the pharmaceutical industry and research institutions, Cambridge Cognition, today announces plans to launch a range of touch-screen mobile (tablet-based) cognitive assessments for doctors to use with their patients at every stage of life. First to market within the next 12 months will be an iPad GP version of their well-established PAL memory test to aid early detection of Alzheimer’s disease. Read more

Rival of Apple’s iPad to be released in October

Amazon plans to launch a tablet computer by October, that is seen by some market observers as rival of Apple’s iPad . The company’s entry into the tablet market was hinted by Chief Executive Jeff Bezos last week.

Amazon’s tablet will have an approximately nine-inch screen and will run on Google’s Android platform. Unlike the iPad , it won’t have a camera. While the pricing and distribution of the device are unclear, it was leaked out that the online retailer won’t design the initial tablet itself, but it is outsourcing production to an Asian manufacturer. Read more

RIM sets Launch Date for PlayBook Tablet

Research In Motion said Tuesday it will launch its PlayBook tablet in North America on April 19.

The PlayBook priced from $499 to $699 will join a handful of new tablets already on the market. The new device will be the latest rival to sector leader, Apple’s iPad.

Three models of the PlayBook will be available in more than 20,000 retail outlets, RIM said.

PlayBook retailers will begin accepting orders for the new product Tuesday.

Apple iPad 2 on Sale Now

Apple’s iPad 2 is up for sale online, a little earlier than the company promised.

Where? At Apple’s online store.

All versions, whether WiFi-only or WiFi + 3G – on both Verizon and AT&T – and whether black or white are listed as shipping in the US within 3-5 business days. Read more

What you need to know for buying iPad 2

Apple’s iPad2 will become available for purchase online and in retail stores in the US on Friday, March 11. iPad 2 will be in high demand, exactly as the first iPad was in 2010.

Are you interested in buying an iPad2? Here’s what you need to know. Read more

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