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Microsoft to Unveil Xbox Surface Tablet(s)
Microsoft to Unveil 7-inch Xbox Surface Tablet at Today’s Event?
Posted by iPhoneHacks on Jun 18, 2012 | 1 Comment Few days back, we reported that Microsoft had sent an invite for a media event today. However, Microsoft didn't provide any other details about the event other than saying "This will be a major Microsoft announcement — you will not want to miss it". It is being widely speculated that Microsoft is gearing up to launch its own Windows 8 tablet to take on Apple's iPad. According to LiveSide.net who claim to have received specs sheet from a source, Microsoft will unveil a 7-inch tablet controller along with Xbox hardware, which could be called Xbox Surface. The purported tech specs reveals that the 7-inch tablet will be powered by an ARM processor from Texas Instruments for "Kinect workloads," as well as custom IBM engine for "scale out." According to the leaked specs it would come with a 1280x720 resolution display. Microsoft was rumored to launch a Smartglass tablet at E3 show, but that didn't turn out to be accurate as Microsoft unveiled the impressive SmartGlass software that will provide users with additional information about a TV show, game, or other Xbox content on a second screen, like a tablet or smartphone. Microsoft has announced that it will be also releasing apps for iOS and Android. We're assuming that in addition to being a controller for the Xbox, Xbox Surface or whatever it is called will also work as a full-fledged tablet. Experts believe that Microsoft is developing its own tablet to be able to compete with Apple's tight integration rather than entering the booming tablet market only through its traditional hardware partners. Check out the leaked specs of the 7-inch tablet controller below, they look quite impressive. ![]() Last edited by Mr. Laz; 06-18-2012 at 07:11 PM.. |
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1440p?
So, 1080p isn't Full HD after all.
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I am following a live blog which is complete with pics...http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/technolo...212504834.html
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1.5 lb Tablet, has a lower OS and also a Windows 8 Pro version.
Big item, full keyboard built into the cover, complete with touchpad. Last edited by Hydrae; 06-18-2012 at 05:54 PM.. |
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Probably fail like the phone
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Wow, welcome to 3 years ago Microsoft!
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I meant they are 2 or 3 years behind Apple trying to play catch up.
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![]() Microsoft one ups other tablet 'smart' covers with Surface's keyboard and touchpad folio By Terrence O'Brien ![]() Breaking News ![]() What's 3mm thick, crafted from the finest Polartec and attaches to a tablet magnetically? If you guessed an iPad smart cover you might be right, but right now we're pretty enamored with Microsoft's Surface cover. See, it works almost exactly like that other "smart" table shield, but this one actually earns it's smart moniker. When you peel the plastic shroud back it turns into a fully functional keyboard and touchpad. Obviously, being a thin plastic sheet the cover is relying on touch for key presses, not the actual depression of mechanical switches. So, while that means it's theoretically possible to touchtype on this bad boy, it remains to be seen just how pleasant of an experience it actually is. Our guess -- it'll be fine for quick emails and Developing... Microsoft Surface Cover ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
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and no pricing? lol
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to be fair, shelf release and price is usually the last info to break
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and before the haters jump in: This won't make a dent in Apple sales... But Android tablet is in serious trouble.
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Not really. They'll take a small chunk away from both segments in the consumer sector. The place where they could really kill it is in the corporate sector. If they are smart, that's where they focus heavily and hope to trickle down to consumers from there.
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