UPDATE: Enso ZenPad 4 Tablet Review

We apologize as we posted the review without noting our grade on the device.  Several attempts to update the review with the grade failed so we are posting the grade here:2.8 Stars out of 5See full detailed review here.We did not know the ROM version in the detailed review but here are the specifics:Version 0803 aka p7901a-eng2.1-update 1 ERE27 eng.root.20100803.140926Kernel Version 2.6.3...

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Enso ZenPad 4 Tablet Review

Enso sells a 10.2” Android tablet called the ZenPad 4 (ZenPad) which is also known by many other branded names such as the WiiPad, ePad, FlatPad, & Orphan M16.  All which are based on ZeniThink ZT-180.  Our initial intent was to buy the FlatPad from Flat Computing but backed out after some mix up with the processor (see Conclusion for details).  We heard about Enso and decided to try out the...

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Toshiba's Android tablet to be named Folio 100?

Website Notebookitalia is stating that Toshiba's Android-powered tablet or "SmartPad" will be named Folio 100.  Apparently "SmartPad" will be referred to a category under which Folio 100 falls under.  Notebookitalia is reporting that the following specs will be associated with the Folio 100: NVIDIA Tegra 2; 10.1" 1024x600 screen; Android 2.2; 16GB internal memory; 3G; 802.11b/g/n; Bluetooth; SD...

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StreamTV Elocity to launch $399 tablet through Amazon (pre-orders starting 9/3?)

Another company, StreamTV Networks, throws their hat into the tablet ring.  We have heard many companies providing little details about pricing and/or specs.  Even when details are available, we are skeptical.  Until products are actually released, anything can change.  StreamTV is a startup company based in Philadelphia and sells 3D HDTVs through Amazon.  That is all we know as we have found...

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Apple's iPad - King of Tablet PCs for now

For years, manufacturers have tried to invent a "workable" tablet computer but have been unsuccessful.  Its difficult to pinpoint exactly when tablets first were introduced.   Technically in 1888, the first patent for an electronic tablet used for handwriting was granted.  However in modern times, Apple & Microsoft have both introduced the concept of a portable computer without a keyboard.  In...

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Pictures of ViewSonic ViewPad tablet Leaked

Pocket-Lint has obtained pictures of what appears to be ViewSonic's ViewPad 7, which maybe announced at next month's IFA.  What is not known is whether this is the 7" Android-based tablet with 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS or the Intel-based 10" tablet which will have dual OS - Android and Windows.The tablet appears to have a front facing camera, USB port and a MicroSD slot.  Of course, no...

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Samsung to unveil Galaxy Tab on September 2nd

Samsung has finally confirm that it will unveil its Galaxy Tab Android Tablet on September 2nd in Berlin, Germany. Samsung has actually set up a website that shows a 20 second video on what the Galaxy Tab will entail:http://galaxytab.samsungmobile.com/Based on what the video shows, it appears that the tablet will feature the following:- Android 2.2- Video calling- Flash support- R...

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Velocity Micro to launch Cruz Reader & Tablet in September

Velocity Micro has finally announced that they are launching the Cruz Reader, Cruz Tablet & the Cruz StoryPad (for the kids) in September.  You can preorder these devices now and will also be sold via retail outlet.  We believe that this tablet would be the first Android tablet to be sold in major retailers.  The retailers are: Best Buy, Bi-Mart, Borders, CompUSA, Costco, Fry's, NewEgg, Sears,...

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MSI releases pics of its WindPad 100

Although MSI has shown its prototype version of WindPad 100 at Computex, it has released pics of what seems to be the final product.  Specs are to be 10.1-inch display, Intel Atom Z530 processor, 2GB of RAM, HDMI output, 2 USB ports and 32GB SSD running Windows 7.  No official word on pricing but a $500 price range is what MSI has reportedly is consideri...

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Tablets? Slates? Which is correct?

With many manufacturers introducing tablets/slates in the next few months, the terms “tablets”, “slates” and “___pad” will become more common.  However, I want to take this opportunity to clarify exactly what is the difference between a “tablet” and a “slate.”  Unfortunately, the media (including ourselves at TabletConnect) and manufacturers themselves are loosely using the term “tablets.”A...

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Asus to launch Android Eee Pad in March

Jerry Shen, CEO of Asustek,  has confirmed that it is launching its first Android tablet in March.  It will cost less than $399.  Asus is also planning on launching a more expensive 12 inch tablet that will use Windows 7 and an Intel Core 2 Duo processor.  It will also come with a docking station to transform it into a laptop.  The launch date is targeted to December or January.  Asus also plans...

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Samsung Galaxy Tab NX100

The anticipation is building. The Apple IPad will soon have a new rival in the tablet market known simply as the Samsung Galaxy Tab. News out of Samsung today is that the Galaxy Tab NX100, which runs on Android 2.2 and has a 1.2GHz Cortex A8 processor and 16GB of memory, will be unveiled at the IFA European trade show in September. Pricing is still unavailable and technical specs are still hard...

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Finally Dell announces launch date of the Dell Streak

After postponing its launch about 2 weeks ago, Dell has finally announced that it will be launching the Streak on August 13th.  The Streak will cost $299.99 with a 2 year contract with AT&T and $549.99 without. So here are the details:AT&T will be the carrier for customers in the United States. Pricing: $299.99 with new two-year AT&T contract, and $549.99 without. Customers who register...

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HP leaks the launch period of its webOS Tablet

We have been hearing different stories about HP's tablet - different OS'; different customer targets (enterprise vs. consumers); release dates; etc.  Now, it appears that Personal Systems Group VP Todd Bradley has announced internally at a company meeting that HP plans to introduce a webOS tablet in 1st Qtr 2011.  Internally, the project is known as "Hurricane."On a different note, Palm...

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Apple already working on a more powerful iPad

Digitimes has reported that Apple will be releasing the next iPad with an ARM Cortex-A9-based processor and 512MB of RAM.  Target date is sometime 1st qtr 2011.  Apparently, Apple will also be launching a 7 inch iPad with a screen resolution of 1024x768.Depending on how Apple design its Cortex A9-like processor, one can be looking at a 2GHz either single or dual core processor.  So the next...

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Update: RIM BlackPad to be Manufactured by Quanta

Chinese-language website Apple Daily has been reported that Research In Motion (RIM)'s BlackPad will be manufactured by Taiwan-based notebook manufacturer, Quanta Computer.  Quanta will begin shipping in September but as we previously reported, the BlackPad will be launched in November 2010.Rumored price is $499 to compete against Apple's lowest-priced iPad.  RIM apparently has high hopes as...

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Update: Motorola Tablet

As we reported on Aug 3rd, Motorola is teaming up with Verizon to introduce a tablet later this year.  We have some additional updates such as Motorola will be releasing this tablet by the holiday season.  The tablet is rumored to be called "Everest".It will have a 10" screen and have similar dimensions to the iPad.Looks like we will be very busy during the 4th quarter reviewing all these...

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Best Buy to introduce its own Tablet?

Best Buy CTO & Geek Squad founder, Robert Stephens, tweeted two pictures of a Rocketfish Tablet.  For those of you who maybe unaware Best Buy sells certain products under their own house brand, Rocketfish.  These products are rebranded products offered by well known companies.  The tablet looks very similar to HP's Slate tablet.  The ports all line up with the Slate.  Of course, no specific...

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Cruz Reader Update - Announcement to be released next week

We have received confirmation from Velocity Micro that they will be making an announcement next week regarding the availability of their Cruz Reader and Cruz Tablet.  As we reported on 7/26, Velocity Micro will be releasing what we believe is a competitive product. Not only will the Cruz Reader & Tablet be sold on Velocity Micro's website but also through certain retailers.  No word yet from...

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Samsung introducing its Galaxy Tab on Aug 11

Samsung is holding a press conference on August 11th at 11am EST to more than likely introduce their Galaxy Tab tablet PC.  Details have been leaking about the tablet: Android OS 2.2, 7" AMOLED screen, 16GB internal memory, 1.2 GHz A8 processor, will have dual cameras and will resemble Samsung's smartphone - Galaxy S.It is believed that Samsung will also introduce an 8" and 10" tablet by ye...

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Verizon & Motorola teaming up to introduce 10 inch tablet

We have heard rumors of Verizon having a tablet that can be used on their network similar to iPad using AT&T's network.  However, The Financial Times have reported that Verizon is working with Motorola on introducing a 10 inch tablet with Android and two cameras.  The tablet will also support Adobe Flash and can be used as mobile hotspot.  Interestingly enough, the tablet will tie in to Verizon...

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Tablet reseller, Flat Computing, gets deceived by manufacturer

Flat Computing LLC is a Texas-based "flat tablet system manufacturer" (although they really sell rebranded tablets from China).  Initially, they were selling their one product, Flatpad A10, as having an ARM Cortex A8 (which is one of the fastest mobile) processors.  Now it has been discovered that the manufacturer has provided false information and the Flatpad actually contains an older proces...

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Startup Enso offering 4 different Slate/Tablet PCs - ZenPad

Most probably have not heard of Enso so I will give you a brief background on the company and then what they offer.  Enso Co Ltd is a startup consumer electronics company based in Hong Kong but with their main offices in Shenzhen City (China).  The company officially was started in January 2010.Enso started to sell their first product, ZenPad, in March 2010 but had some problems shipping the...

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