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.”


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