Samsung Creative Book 8 may bring Galaxy Note to notebooks - SlashGear

Chris Burns

The reboot of the Samsung ATIV Book collection of high-powered notebooks is looking a lot like the slightly more mobile universe this week with a glimpse at the faux-stitch back of one unit. Straight from a Samsung press event in Korea we're being shown a set of images that are bringing light to the company's soon-to-appear notebooks and tablets, starting with the bigger screens and working their way down to the heroes. What we're seeing here is the closest thing to a Samsung crossover device as we've ever witnessed.


The Samsung ATIV Book 8 here carries the same code-name as the original with 870Z5G in leaked images, suggesting that this isn't merely a spin-off, it's a real-deal reboot of the series. This notebook's looks indicate that it'll be replicating the abilities of the 2013-2014 line of Galaxy Note devices, starting with the Samsung Galaxy Note 3. This suggests the device MAY work with a Samsung-made S Pen as well for creative applications.


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While we've only seen the S Pen working on Samsung Galaxy Note devices before, it may very well be time for Samsung to bring the technology to a place where it's otherwise been relatively absent: Windows 8 PCs. Word from Korea-based Seiko is that this machine might be the beginning of the next phase in Samsung notebook branding with the name "Creative Book".


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Therefore this Creative Book 8 would be just one link in the Creative Book lineup, pushing together the slightly more successful Galaxy Note lineup and the Samsung ATIV lineup into a single new branding effort. Sound fun enough to be a full-on release for the first quarter of 2014?


Have a peek at SlashGear's ever-growing CES 2014 tag portal and stick around for MWC 2014 as well, they'll both be coming at you with plenty of Samsung action before you know it!


Asus lancera-t-elle une tablette dual-boot Windows et Android au CES ? - Le blog des nouvelles technologies

ASUS Prepping Windows/Android Tablet for CES? - Channelnomics

ASUS appears poised to shake up the tablet world next month, though just what exactly they are planning remains a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside of a really weird video.


If the pundits are correct, the Taiwanese vendor will reveal a dual-boot tablet at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on Jan. 6. In a wordless, 27-second video titled “Green or Blue? One or Two?” an animated Statue of Liberty flashes a peace sign (or “V for victory,” or maybe it’s just the number 2) then pulls out a tablet that changes from blue to green and back again.



The imagery suggests ASUS has developed a dual-boot tablet capable of running Microsoft Corp.’s Windows 8.1 and some flavor of Google Inc.’s Android operating systems. That would add a significant new wrinkle to the Tablet landscape and might even help with Windows 8.1 uptake by creating an attractive new option for tablet buyers in a BYOD world looking to work and play on the same device.


The concept of dual-boot devices isn’t new. A number of vendors, including ASUS, offer PC, laptop and tablet convertibles that run Windows and Android. The sticking point has been the devices’ inability to offer dual-boot functionality in tablet mode.


About the closest anyone has come to what ASUS appears to be teasing is Samsung which last summer unveiled a super hi-res tablet convertible in a slider format called the ATIV Q. Critics loved the early versions of the device, which featured full dual-boot capabilities for Windows 8 and Android JellyBean. The Samsung ATIV Q hit a snag this fall, however, when reports of patent problems related to the virtualization layer that supported the dual operating systems surfaced. According to published reports, ATIV Q pre-orders were cancelled in September and the launch delayed indefinitely with the rumor mill suggesting the ATIV Q has been scuttled altogether.


It will be interesting to find out at CES if and how ASUS managed to get around the IP issues that hounded Samsung. If they managed to work around the patent obstacles, ASUS will be nicely positioned to steal market share from Samsung, which had already done a lot of the legwork in marketing a dual-boot tablet and had consumers anxious to get their hands on one.


At that point, channel partners need to be prepared for a whole new class of devices that could rock BYOD initiatives of all sizes. A dual-boot machine would eliminate a great many of the compromises users have had to make when choosing a device for both personal and professional use. And it would introduce a new set of challenges for mobile device management providers who might now need to contain and control activity on two platforms at the same time.


The ASUS press site, where the “Green or Blue” teaser video first appeared has been updated to indicate more sneak-peek footage will be uploaded in the coming days. We’ll keep you posted.





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Teaser video suggests Asus will launch dual-boot Windows and Android tablet ... - Digital Trends

Asus has started promoting its CES 2014 hardware announcements, starting with this teaser video, in which it abuses a national monument to give us a few hints about its plans. The Statue of Liberty is the monument in question, and we see her whip out a tablet that changes from blue to green, and back again.


Hmm, what could this mean? We’re going to guess it’s a dual-boot device which runs both Android and Windows. Green for Android, and blue for Windows, see? However, while our eyes are drawn to the color changing slate, Lady Liberty is also clutching another tablet, but this one only comes in blue. So, it looks like Asus may have two new tablets at the show.



While we’re always pleased to see new hardware from Asus, it’s the possible dual-boot model which intrigues us most. Asus has experimented with similar devices in the past, including the Transformer AiO and the Transformer Book Trio. However, Samsung’s Ativ Q laptop/tablet hybrid, which also used both Android and Windows 8, never went on sale. The reason for its cancellation is still unknown. Will Asus swoop in and steal Samsung’s potential customers?


Asus will be live-streaming its event, which will take place on January 6 at 12pm in Las Vegas, making it one of the first major events at CES 2014. It’s not the first time Asus has made use of a well-known landmark in its videos either. A Mobile World Congress earlier this year, it made a found-footage style teaser featuring the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona.


A second video, which could provide more details on these new tablets, is listed as coming soon on Asus’ press page.





Des fabricants ciblent Windows avec des ordinateurs tournant sur Android - Le Vif


Nombre de fabricants d’ordinateurs connus vont présenter lors du principal salon électronique au monde, CES, des ordinateurs portables tournant à la fois sur Windows 8.1 et sur Android. Ce faisant, ils s’en prennent en fait au cœur de métier de leur partenaire Microsoft.


La grande tendance lors de CES 2014 qui se tiendra début janvier à Las Vegas, ce seront les dualOS-laptops, à savoir des ordinateurs portables tournant sur Windows 8.1 et sur Android. Samsung fut l’une des premières entreprises à présenter ce genre d’appareil (l’ATIV Q), mais d’autres fabricants d’ordinateurs sautent à présent aussi dans la charrette.


La nouvelle catégorie de produits porte le nom de ‘PC Plus’. Il s’agit d’ordinateurs portables à écran tactile, capables de basculer entre Windows et Android et de fixer des applis Android sur un écran de démarrage Windows. Lors du lancement, vous avez le choix: soit Windows, soit Android.


Le fait qu’il ne s’agit pas là d’une ‘révolution’ à petite échelle ou insignifiante à l’encontre de Windows, ressort de ce que même Intel, partenaire de Microsoft, soutient la démarche des fabricants d’ordinateurs.


Tim Bajarin, consultant chez Creative Strategies, expliquait récemment encore à Time Magazine que le plan ‘PC Plus’ est très sensé, parce qu’il permet ainsi de rapatrier sur le PC nettement plus d’applis de type tactile. Windows accuse pas mal de retard sur Android en la matière, et l’écart séparant les deux s’accroît plutôt que de se réduire.


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Pour Microsoft, il s’agit évidemment d’une évolution qui pourrait lui faire mal. En effet, si le consommateur se familiarise avec Android sur son ordinateur traditionnel, il pourrait à l’avenir être tenté à en supprimer complètement Windows, ce qui fait que Microsoft pourrait être touchée dans son cœur de métier.


En outre, les développeurs pourraient alors être (encore) moins intéressés de développer des applis pour Windows, en sachant que leurs applis Android tourneront de toute manière sur les appareils dualOS.


Des fabricants d’ordinateurs connus comme Dell, HP, Acer et Samsung lancent du reste aujourd’hui déjà des alternatives à Windows sur le marché: pensez aux Chromebooks bon marché.


L’introduction de PC Plus signifiera-t-elle dès lors la fin définitive de Windows? C’est beaucoup dire et à tout le moins prématuré. La part de marché des Chromebooks est actuellement encore négligeable, et il faudra un certain temps encore, avant que le consommateur moyen achète un PC Plus.


A plus long terme, Microsoft pourrait néanmoins se faire de soucis. Sur les smartphones et les tablettes, les consommateurs sont déjà habitués à ‘d’autres environnements que Windows’, et si cette évolution se poursuit et gagne le PC traditionnel, il s’agira de voir si Windows pourra aussi résister à cette attaque.





Computerbouwers viseren Windows met dualOS-laptops - Knack.be


Heel wat bekende computerbouwers gaan op ’s werelds grootste elektronicabeurs CES laptops voorstellen die draaien op Windows 8.1 én op Android. Waarmee ze in feite de corebusiness van hun grote partner Microsoft aanvallen.


De grote trend op CES 2014 begin januari in Las Vegas worden dualOS-laptops, oftewel laptops die draaien op Windows 8.1 én op Android. Samsung was één van de eersten om een dergelijk toestel voor te stellen (de ATIV Q), maar ook andere computerbouwers springen nu op de kar.


De nieuwe categorie van toestellen draagt de naam ‘PC Plus’. Het gaat om laptops met touchscreen die kunnen switchen tussen Windows en Android, en waarbij je je Android-apps op je Windows-startscherm kan ‘vasttegelen’. Bij het opstarten kan je kiezen: ofwel doe je dat in Windows, ofwel met Android.


Dat het geen kleinschalige of onbeduidende ‘revolutie’ tegen Windows betreft, moet blijken uit het feit dat zelfs Microsoft-partner Intel de demarche van de computerbouwers steunt.


Consultant Tim Bajarin van Creative Strategies vertelde onlangs nog aan Time Magazine dat het PC Plus-plan erg zinvol is, omdat je zo veel meer touch-gebaseerde apps naar je pc kan brengen. Windows loopt flink achter op Android wat dat betreft, en het gat tussen beiden wordt zelfs groter in plaats van kleiner.


Kiespijn


Voor Microsoft is dit natuurlijk een evolutie die het bedrijf kan missen als kiespijn. Immers: als de consument went aan Android op zijn traditionele computer, zou hij naar de toekomst toe Windows wel eens helemaal kunnen schrappen, waardoor Microsoft geraakt wordt in het hart van zijn business.


Bovendien zouden ontwikkelaars (nog) minder geïnteresseerd kunnen raken in het ontwikkelen van apps voor Windows, omdat ze weten dat hun Android-apps toch kunnen draaien op dualOS-apparaten.


Bekende computerbouwers zoals Dell, HP, Acer en Samsung zetten intussen trouwens al alternatieven voor Windows in de markt, denk maar aan de goedkope Chromebooks.


Betekent de introductie van de PC Plus dan het definitieve einde voor Windows? Zo een vaart zal het niet lopen, of toch zeker niet op korte termijn. Het marktaandeel van de Chromebooks is momenteel nog verwaarloosbaar, en het zal ook wel even duren eer de doordeweekse consument een C Plus aanschaft.


Voor de langere termijn mag Microsoft zich echter wel serieus zorgen maken. Op smartphones en tablets zijn de consumenten al gewend aan ‘andere dan de Windows-omgevingen’, en als die evolutie doorgetrokken wordt naar de traditionele pc, dan is het nog maar de vraag of Windows ook die aanval kan doorstaan.





The Samsung ATIV Tab 5 - Jamaica Gleaner

As soon as persons hear Samsung and tab beside each other, they immediately assume that it's an Android device. But this week, we had the pleasure of reviewing the Samsung ATIV Tab 5, which is an 11-inch tablet that has Windows 8 as its operating system.


Hardware and design: 9 out of 10


At first glance, a person can mistakenly take this tablet to be the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 because of their similar design, but that's where the similarities stop. The ports and internal components are far different from what you would find on a Note 10.1. Take a look below on some of the hardware that makes the Tab 5 tick.


Operating system: Windows 8 (32-bit)


Processor: Intel Atom processor Z2760 (1.8 GHz)


Display: LCD 11.6" inch Resolution - 1366 x 768 Touch Screen


System RAM: 2GB LPDDR2 (800MHz)


Storage capacity: 64GB


Web cam: 2.0 MP HD (Front) 8.0 MP HD (Rear)


Wireless LAN: 802.11 a/b/g/n


Bluetooth 4.0


Micro HDMI port


USB 2.0 port


Multi-card slot


Gigabit-wired Ethernet LAN (available with docking station)


Impressive specification sheet indeed; the only thing left out is a DVD burner, and this would be a full on Windows 8 laptop.


User Interface: 9 out 10


This tablet brings the familiarity of Windows desktops into the palm of your hands with little or no compromise. The only hard adjustment a user has to undertake is the new live tile feature that's used by Windows 8. Apart from that aspect, users will be happy to know that there are a lot of things Windows 8 have in common with Windows 7, and familiarity is a plus in most people's book.


Operating system: 9 out of 10


It's a full-functioning Windows 8 OS, which means that all your favorite applications that you grow to love on your desktop PC are able to be installed on this device with no hassle. That's one aspect Windows tablets will always have over Android and iOS devices.


Final thoughts


After a week with the Tab 5, I can see how a person wanting a lighter alternative to a laptop could make an easy transition to a Windows tablet, especially one that has all the features of this tablet. Wait … I just added an external DVD burner to the tablet and it works! Sweeeeet!


The Samsung ATIV Tab 5 is just an external DVD burner purchase away from being a solid laptop alternative.


The products mentioned in this article were provided courtesy of Royale Computers and Accessories. Telephone: 906-1067, 906-1068, and 754-5048.


Writer: Payton H. Wilmott


Hands On With the Samsung ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition - PC Magazine




Sumsung ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition

Samsung may be leaving the value-priced and mid-market categories alone for the time being, but it isn't changing anything on the premium front. The South Korean tech giant has just announced its latest premium ultrabook, the svelte Samsung ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition, the follow-up to the award winning Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus.



This new ATIV Book 9 ultrabook keeps the slim dimensions and graceful curves of the previous model, but steps up every other feature with an upgraded display, revamped audio features, and a new keyboard designed with comfort in mind.



The new ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition features an all-aluminum chassis which measures just 0.63-inch thick and weighs 3.92 pounds. While that's a tad heavy for an ultraportable, it's not out of line for a 15-inch ultrabook. The new laptop is easily recognized as a member of the Book 9 and Series 9 family thanks to the same aerodynamic curves along the sides. It's a design that is both recognizable and eye-catching, and Samsung is smart to keep it.



The display has been upgraded from the already stunning 3,200-by-1,800 Quad HD+ display seen on the ATIV Book 9 Plus to a brighter version of the same display, boasting wider viewing angles (up to 178 degrees) and less glare thanks to a new low-reflective coating. Low-reflection coatings have largely disappeared on newer laptops, because past coating materials caused problems with capacitive touch screens. Samsung has begun to remedy this and the new display looks better for it.



Samsung has also revamped the audio. While there is only so much sound quality that can be produced by physical speakers in the slim confines of an ultrabook, there is plenty to be done for audio that is being played through high-end headphones or piped to a sound system. Audiophiles know that streaming compressed audio causes significant flattening of the sound and reduction in overall audio quality, and Samsung has taken steps to solve these problems with lossless sound, exclusive to the Book 9 lineup.



New sound software developed in partnership with Dolby uses custom algorithms to return the richness to compressed audio. An array of features are being added to skip over the compression problems altogether. The new Book 9 2014 Edition features a Wolfson digital-to-analog chip for better sound and recording, which Samsung claims offers better than CD-quality sound when used to play FLAC files. The laptop also comes with S Player+ pre-installed, which also offers improved compatibility with Samsung Hub, an audio streaming service that Samsung will be launching sometime this year. The new service will join a few others already available in offering lossless audio streaming.



The backlit keyboard has also gotten extra attention, with several improvements made over last year's Book 9 Plus. Samsung has tweaked the weight of each key and the depth of each key well to provide a more substantial typing feel. Each key is now curved, slightly sculpted to better accommodate a fingertip, as opposed to the flat chiclet keys used in the past. Additionally, each key is coated in a matte rubberized finish for a more comfortable surface.



While details on hardware specifications and pricing are scarce, the Samsung ATIV Book 9 2014 Edition will likely be priced like a premium product. If the previous Book 9 Plus is any indication, the new ultrabook will likely retail for somewhere north of $1,200 and will be available sometime in the first half of 2014.




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Sony Vaio Fit multi-flip 13A: Recensione e caratteristiche - Menti Informatiche

La proliferazione di dispositivi ibridi laptop – tablet, ha dato libero sfogo alla fantasia dei progettisti. Ogni produttore propone un suo sistema di trasformazione: dalle cerniere basculanti alla rotazione di 180 gradi in senso longitudinale fino al tablet interamente sganciabile dallo chassis e così via. Il Sony Vaio Fit multi-flip 13A, oltre al nome piuttosto ostico, propone un sistema molto simile a quello del Samsung Ativ Q: il display si trova originariamente nella classica posizione di un portatile ma, sganciandolo tramite un interruttore posto sul bordo superiore della tastiera, può essere ruotato di 180° e ripiegato sulla tastiera stessa, assumendo la modalità tablet. Rispetto all’Ativ Q, però, non è possibile fermarlo nelle posizioni intermedie in modo che possa assumere diverse modalità di utilizzo, ma permette solo quella standard laptop e quella tablet. Anzi, durante la rotazione il display “gira” fin troppo libero e bisogna effettuarla con una certa delicatezza per evitare che lo schermo sbatta su e giù. Usato in modalità tablet, “avanza” sul lato superiore un buon centimetro di cornice metallica di cui si farebbe a meno. Appoggiato sulla scrivania, mantiene però una leggera inclinazione che ne facilità l’utilizzo con i gesti touch. In sostanza più che diventare un vero e proprio dispositivo portatile da tenersi in grembo, assume una connotazione ideale per l’utilizzo di Windows 8 e delle gestualità multitouch. Il pennino in dotazione è inoltre molto preciso e permette di passare al desktop, quando necessario, senza alcun problema e senza dover attaccare il mouse per gestire le applicazioni che non sono concepite per un utilizzo touch. È comunque una soluzione originale e la misura del display da 13″ è un buon intermedio che consente di sfruttarlo egregiamente in entrambe le soluzioni. La scocca è in lega di alluminio, la tastiera retroilluminata comoda anche per lunghe sedute di digitazioni con un’area poggia polsi adeguata. Il Fit multi-flip è disponibile anche nelle versioni con display da 14″ e 15″ che cambiano il rapporto di utilizzo tra tablet e portatile. La versione da 13″, da noi provata, ha una fotocamera posteriore con sensore Exmor RS da 8 megapixel che ci ha permesso scatti più che soddisfacenti anche in condizioni di luce scarsa. Quella anteriore è invece da 1 Mp e va bene, a essere generosi, per le video chat. Come sempre accade quando si ha a che fare con un prodotto Sony, il punto forte è il display con tecnologia Triluminos: colori brillanti e immagini luminose e nitide, anche nella configurazione base che monta una scheda grafica integrata Intel HD 4000 con una risoluzione di “soli” 1920×1080 pixel. Il punto debole, nella versione da noi provata, è invece legata alle prestazioni, ma con un processore Core i3 di terza generazione e 4 Gb di RAM non ci aspettavamo un fulmine di guerra. Tenuto presente che la GPU esclude direttamente i giochi più impegnativi, il Fit multi-flip si è comportato bene nelle operazioni più comuni come navigare in Internet, gestire la posta, guardare un film con VLC e lavorare su documenti Word e Excel con la suite LibreOffice. Ma anche nelle piccole operazioni di fotoritocco se l’è cavata egregiamente. Un buon aiuto lo riceve dalla unità di archiviazione, nel nostro caso una SSD da 128 GB, che può essere espansa fino a 512 GB. Per restare in tema di multimedialità, ottimo anche il comparto audio grazie all’adozione della tecnologia ClearAudio+. Dal punto di vista della connettività non manca nulla: abbiamo 2 porte USB 3.0 (3 nelle versioni da 14 e 15 pollici), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth e NFC, uscita video digitale HDMI e lettore di memorie microSD. Le versioni da 14 e 15 pollici hanno anche la porta Ethernet. ■ GIUDIZIO Un dispositivo ibrido originale e funzionale. O ttimo lo schermo, ma attenzione a trattarlo con cura. Per avere delle buone prestazioni però il prezzo sale fino a 1800 euro.


SPECIFICHE Sistema operativo: Windows 8; display: 13,3” (1920×1080); processore Intel Core i3 4005U da 1,7 GHJz; RAM: 4 GB; spazio archiviazione: SSD 128 GB; connettività: 2 USB 3, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, uscita video digitale HDMI, slot microSD; peso: 1,2 kg





Samsung prepara quattro nuovi tablet per il primo trimestre 2014 - PuntoCellulare.it

Si prospetta un trimestre particolarmente prolifico per Samsung per quanto riguarda i tablet, le ultime indiscrezioni parlano infatti dell'annuncio da parte del colosso coreano di quattro nuovi tablet nei corso dei primi tre mesi del 2014, una mossa dettata dall'esigenza di accrescere ulteriormente le proprie quote di mercato dopo gli ottimi risultati ottenuti con la gamma Galaxy Tab e Galaxy Note.

In base alle notizie circolate nelle ultime settimane, ad essere annunciati da Samsung dovrebbero essere il Galaxy Tab 3 Lite, la versione con schermo da 12.2 pollici del Galaxy Note e un tablet con schermo da 13.3 pollici con dual boot Android-Windows (quest'ultimo probabilmente una versione modificata del Samsung ATIV Q mai giunto sul mercato). Alcune di queste indiscrezioni potrebbero trovare conferma fra meno di un mese, con il CES 2014 di Las Vegas a cui Samsung non mancherà di partecipare con interessanti novità.





Microsoft Windows 8 and Android Dual Booting Samsung, ASUS Tablets ... - Crossmap

Fresh media attention is given to Windows 8/Android dual booting tablets that will be coming in 2014, as everyone starts to speculate on what's coming next year.



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Looking at Samsung's tablet lineup, the Ativ Q dual booting tablet is drawn into attention, rumoring to be announced early 2014. The Ativ Q appeared at a Samsung event in London back in June and was the first ever dual booting machine to be made. However, later on in August it was reported that the machine was facing patent issues over the dual OS feature and the launch was delayed indefinitely.


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That was the last of what we heard of the Ativ Q...till now. Media outlets are again keeping an eye out on this device, in fact the official website for the Ativ Q that was reported to be closed down earlier in the year is back up again, with a promise: 'COMING SOON 2014'.


A leaked ASUS FCC filing earlier this month also revealed that ASUS is planning to release 3 dual-booting devices that appear to be equipped with Intel Bay Trail processor, which could be made in 3 screen sizes.


ASUS have showed off their Dual OS technology in Berlin's IFA expo using their Transformer Book Trio, showing that they are very keen to pursue this direction, and through the FCC filing, it seems that ASUS could release their Dual OS tablets before Samsung does.


Microsoft was reported to have approached HTC to have Windows Phone OS preinstalled side-by-side with Android in October as well, offering to waive off any licensing fees for the WP OS. Though HTC have not responded yet, the trend is obvious, it's almost certain that within 2014 consumers will have the option of dual-OS devices.


So if you are itching for your new tablet, or a replacement, perhaps it would be a good idea to wait, and get the best of both worlds through one of these dual-booting machines next year.




Samsung ATIV Book 9 Style is coated in fake leather - Liliputing

A few of Samsung’s latest phones and tablets include faux-leather backs. You can find them on the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition. Soon you may also be able to buy a Samsung notebook with a fake leather finish.


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A member f the Korean forum Seeko spotted a new notebook with the same faux-leather material attached to the lid. It’s reportedly called the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Style, and it basically looks like someone took the ATIV Book 9 Plus ultrabook and stitched a leather cover to the lid for some reason.


Other features include four speakers instead of the usual two. This laptop may also be larger than the 13.3 inch ATIV Book 9 Plus — another picture at Seeko suggests the notebook will have a 15.6 inch display, an Intel Core i5 or Core i7 Haswell processor 8GB of storage, NVIGIA GT750M graphics, and up to 1TB of storage.


There’s no word on how much this model will cost, whether it’ll be available world-wide, or why anyone would want a fake leather lid on their laptop.


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Microsoft Windows 8 and Android Dual Booting Samsung, ASUS Tablets ... - Crossmap

Fresh media attention is given to Windows 8/Android dual booting tablets that will be coming in 2014, as everyone starts to speculate on what's coming next year.



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Looking at Samsung's tablet lineup, the Ativ Q dual booting tablet is drawn into attention, rumoring to be announced early 2014. The Ativ Q appeared at a Samsung event in London back in June and was the first ever dual booting machine to be made. However, later on in August it was reported that the machine was facing patent issues over the dual OS feature and the launch was delayed indefinitely.


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That was the last of what we heard of the Ativ Q...till now. Media outlets are again keeping an eye out on this device, in fact the official website for the Ativ Q that was reported to be closed down earlier in the year is back up again, with a promise: 'COMING SOON 2014'.


A leaked ASUS FCC filing earlier this month also revealed that ASUS is planning to release 3 dual-booting devices that appear to be equipped with Intel Bay Trail processor, which could be made in 3 screen sizes.


ASUS have showed off their Dual OS technology in Berlin's IFA expo using their Transformer Book Trio, showing that they are very keen to pursue this direction, and through the FCC filing, it seems that ASUS could release their Dual OS tablets before Samsung does.


Microsoft was reported to have approached HTC to have Windows Phone OS preinstalled side-by-side with Android in October as well, offering to waive off any licensing fees for the WP OS. Though HTC have not responded yet, the trend is obvious, it's almost certain that within 2014 consumers will have the option of dual-OS devices.


So if you are itching for your new tablet, or a replacement, perhaps it would be a good idea to wait, and get the best of both worlds through one of these dual-booting machines next year.




Microsoft Windows 8 and Android Dual Booting Samsung, ASUS Tablets ... - Crossmap

Fresh media attention is given to Windows 8/Android dual booting tablets that will be coming in 2014, as everyone starts to speculate on what's coming next year.



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Looking at Samsung's tablet lineup, the Ativ Q dual booting tablet is drawn into attention, rumoring to be announced early 2014. The Ativ Q appeared at a Samsung event in London back in June and was the first ever dual booting machine to be made. However, later on in August it was reported that the machine was facing patent issues over the dual OS feature and the launch was delayed indefinitely.


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That was the last of what we heard of the Ativ Q...till now. Media outlets are again keeping an eye out on this device, in fact the official website for the Ativ Q that was reported to be closed down earlier in the year is back up again, with a promise: 'COMING SOON 2014'.


A leaked ASUS FCC filing earlier this month also revealed that ASUS is planning to release 3 dual-booting devices that appear to be equipped with Intel Bay Trail processor, which could be made in 3 screen sizes.


ASUS have showed off their Dual OS technology in Berlin's IFA expo using their Transformer Book Trio, showing that they are very keen to pursue this direction, and through the FCC filing, it seems that ASUS could release their Dual OS tablets before Samsung does.


Microsoft was reported to have approached HTC to have Windows Phone OS preinstalled side-by-side with Android in October as well, offering to waive off any licensing fees for the WP OS. Though HTC have not responded yet, the trend is obvious, it's almost certain that within 2014 consumers will have the option of dual-OS devices.


So if you are itching for your new tablet, or a replacement, perhaps it would be a good idea to wait, and get the best of both worlds through one of these dual-booting machines next year.




Microsoft Windows 8 and Android Dual Booting Samsung, ASUS Tablets ... - Crossmap

Fresh media attention is given to Windows 8/Android dual booting tablets that will be coming in 2014, as everyone starts to speculate on what's coming next year.



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Looking at Samsung's tablet lineup, the Ativ Q dual booting tablet is drawn into attention, rumoring to be announced early 2014. The Ativ Q appeared at a Samsung event in London back in June and was the first ever dual booting machine to be made. However, later on in August it was reported that the machine was facing patent issues over the dual OS feature and the launch was delayed indefinitely.


Like Us on Facebook


That was the last of what we heard of the Ativ Q...till now. Media outlets are again keeping an eye out on this device, in fact the official website for the Ativ Q that was reported to be closed down earlier in the year is back up again, with a promise: 'COMING SOON 2014'.


A leaked ASUS FCC filing earlier this month also revealed that ASUS is planning to release 3 dual-booting devices that appear to be equipped with Intel Bay Trail processor, which could be made in 3 screen sizes.


ASUS have showed off their Dual OS technology in Berlin's IFA expo using their Transformer Book Trio, showing that they are very keen to pursue this direction, and through the FCC filing, it seems that ASUS could release their Dual OS tablets before Samsung does.


Microsoft was reported to have approached HTC to have Windows Phone OS preinstalled side-by-side with Android in October as well, offering to waive off any licensing fees for the WP OS. Though HTC have not responded yet, the trend is obvious, it's almost certain that within 2014 consumers will have the option of dual-OS devices.


So if you are itching for your new tablet, or a replacement, perhaps it would be a good idea to wait, and get the best of both worlds through one of these dual-booting machines next year.







Gift Guide: Lots of high-end laptops to pick from - Chicago Daily Herald

NEW YORK — Whether you're looking for something thin and light, or want a tablet that performs like a laptop, there's plenty to choose from if you're willing to spend a bit more for a high-end laptop computer.


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This gift guide covers laptops with starting prices of more than $1,000, including a class of thin, light Windows laptops known as ultrabooks. If that's too pricey, check our earlier review of budget and mid-priced laptops at http://bit.ly/1bdUMXz . Prices listed are manufacturers' suggestions, and you can often shop around for deals.


Dell Inc.'s XPS 12, starts at $1,000:


What sets this ultrabook apart from others is the way it converts into a tablet. Basically, you pop the screen out of its frame, flip it around and then close the laptop. The move puts the screen on the outside and the keyboard on the inside.


It's a quick and easy switch. But because the keyboard remains connected, you're not dropping any of its 3.4 pounds. While reasonable for a laptop, that's about triple the weight of many full-sized tablets currently on the market.


The XPS might be good for someone who needs a fairly powerful laptop for work, but still wants to kick back in bed without a keyboard getting in the way.


Apple Inc.'s MacBook Pro, high-resolution, 13-inch version starts at $1,299:


There's no touch screen, something that Apple opposes in laptops, but it does offer nearly the same crystal-clear resolution as the latest iPads. The screen is among the best at this price.


And of course, there's no Windows 8, an operating system that some people find confusing to use. The MacBook uses Apple's Mac system and integrates well with other Apple products, including iPhones, iPads and Apple TVs.


Two price cuts this year totaling $400 brings the 13-inch model to $1,299, just $200 more than the less-powerful MacBook Air of that size. For the 15-inch version, you'll be paying at least $1,999.


Sony Corp.'s Vaio Pro 13, starts at $1,250:


The Vaio is exceptionally thin when closed and weighs about 2.3 pounds, making it the lightest 13-inch model I tested. Part of that comes from its carbon-fiber construction, which improves durability while reducing weight. But it also made the laptop feel cheap and plastic-like.


The small size also comes with sacrifices. Sony says battery life is up to 6.5 hours, considerably less than other laptops at this price.


This might be good for someone who wants to get work done on the road while traveling light. You can save $100 by going with an 11-inch model.


Lenovo Group Ltd.'s Yoga 2 Pro, starts at $1,199:


Like its name implies, the Yoga is very flexible.


Besides the traditional laptop mode, you can bend its 13-inch screen all the way back to close it, so the screen is on the front and the keyboard is exposed on the back. In that configuration, it works like a tablet.


You can also bend it into a triangle, laying one edge on a flat surface and having the display angled like a tent. This lets you use it as a tablet, but keep it upright. It's particularly helpful when you're crunched for space.


Or, you can flip it almost all the way around, so that the keyboard is on the bottom and the screen leans back at whatever angle you like. That's good for watching videos while kicking back on the couch or in bed.


The laptop itself feels thin, light and relatively sturdy. Although it weighs more than the Sony Vaio, it's slightly thinner. The rubber edges that give the laptop traction when it's in tent mode are a nice touch.


And if you want your laptop to stand out, the Yoga comes in orange besides the more traditional silver and gray combination.


Samsung Electronic Co.'s ATIV Book 9 Plus, starts at $1,400:


This was one of the more beautiful laptops I looked at. From its metal construction to its high-definition touch screen, it screams elegance and class.


The laptop is super thin, at 0.54 inches thick, but weighs just over 3 pounds, similar to several others I tested. It feels heavy relative to its compact size.


Battery life clocked in at 7.5 hours, considerably less than other laptops at that price. But the trade-off is a super-sharp screen that offers a higher resolution than the MacBook Pro, which already has among the best displays at that price.


You might like this if you want to impress the other mobile workers at the coffee house, don't want a lot of bulk and don't feel the need to replace your tablets.


Microsoft Surface 2 Pro, starts at $899, cover with movable keys brings it to $1,029.


Ok, so this isn't actually a laptop, but it does a lot of the same work without the bulk of one.


The Surface Pro 2 is a more powerful version of Microsoft's Surface 2 tablet, and the company is pushing both as replacements for laptops. Just like a PC laptop, it runs Windows 8 and gives you access to all the Microsoft Office programs.


This tablet's kickstand has been redesigned to include two positions — important because that now makes it practical to actually use on your lap. You're better off paying the extra $10 for the $130 Type Cover 2; the keys on the Touch Cover 2 don't move and are harder to use.


Looking for something cheaper? The $449 Surface 2 runs a lightweight version of Windows 8.1 called RT. But that tablet works only with apps designed specifically for it, not the broader pool of programs available for Windows PCs.


Microsoft Windows 8 and Android Dual Booting Tablets Coming 2014: Wait For It - Crossmap

Fresh media attention is given to Windows 8/Android dual booting tablets that will be coming in 2014, as everyone starts to speculate on what's coming next year.



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Looking at Samsung's tablet lineup, the Ativ Q dual booting tablet is drawn into attention, rumoring to be announced early 2014. The Ativ Q appeared at a Samsung event in London back in June and was the first ever dual booting machine to be made. However, later on in August it was reported that the machine was facing patent issues over the dual OS feature and the launch was delayed indefinitely.


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That was the last of what we heard of the Ativ Q...till now. Media outlets are again keeping an eye out on this device, in fact the official website for the Ativ Q that was reported to be closed down earlier in the year is back up again, with a promise: 'COMING SOON 2014'.


A leaked ASUS FCC filing earlier this month also revealed that ASUS is planning to release 3 dual-booting devices that appear to be equipped with Intel Bay Trail processor, which could be made in 3 screen sizes.


ASUS have showed off their Dual OS technology in Berlin's IFA expo using their Transformer Book Trio, showing that they are very keen to pursue this direction, and through the FCC filing, it seems that ASUS could release their Dual OS tablets before Samsung does.


Microsoft was reported to have approached HTC to have Windows Phone OS preinstalled side-by-side with Android in October as well, offering to waive off any licensing fees for the WP OS. Though HTC have not responded yet, the trend is obvious, it's almost certain that within 2014 consumers will have the option of dual-OS devices.


So if you are itching for your new tablet, or a replacement, perhaps it would be a good idea to wait, and get the best of both worlds through one of these dual-booting machines next year.







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The Samsung Ativ Book 9 Lite notebook is affordable but with some compromises, writes Nicholas King


SAMSUNG has a known formula when it comes to business — make affordable variants of its high-end products. We’ve seen it in the Galaxy S and Note smartphone series and its portable computers.


The 13.3-inch Samsung ATIV Book 9 Lite is the affordable version of the Book 9 Plus, and priced at RM1,999 (non-touch screen) or RM2,399 (touch screen). But unlike its higher-end ultrabook cousin, the Book 9 Lite is rather peculiar because it isn’t an ultrabook, doesn’t have the peripherals to make it a notebook but has above average notebook performance.


Besides branding, similarities between the Lite and Plus versions are that the two sport slim profiles and run on Windows 8 OS.


The Lite also comes with Samsung sync apps: HomeSync Lite allows you to download content between your PC and Samsung Galaxy mobile devices, while SideSync lets you hook up your PC and mobile devices using either WiFi or a USB cable, and then use your mouse and keyboard to take advantage of both displays — a trend standard for most of the company’s new electronic devices.


BOOK 9 LITE VS BOOK 9 PLUS


The Lite is however, deceptive.


In terms of design, despite being the non-premium model of the two, its gloss plastic finish gives it a sharp and sleek look even without the ATIV Book 9 Plus’ aluminium touch. The rather plastic feel doesn’t affect its charm but with the gloss, finger marks on the cover lid abound.


The Lite is also thicker, 16.9 millimetres to 13.6mm, and heavier, 1.44kg to 1.39kg, than the Plus. While the 3mm difference still makes it look like a semi-ultrabook it doesn’t feel light.


And the Lite only lists x4 Quad Core on the console as part of the notebook’s processor, in which research revealed that it is only an AMD Quad-Core Processor Optimised for Samsung with speed of up to 1.4GHz.


I wonder if Samsung is trying to cover up the Lite’s actual performance and battery life, which clocked in at a dismal four to five hours. Not something to look forward to with recent lineup of portable computers giving greater output and battery longevity.


It also affects consumer choice of whether it is worth the purchase since the only other thing that determines purchase is usually the type and version of the processor used.


Adding to the Lite’s mediocrity is its 1,366 x 768 resolution screen — again, with an unspecified AMD Radeon Graphics card — and muffled speakers located below the palm rests. It isn’t anywhere bad or terrible, just mediocre. For the price you’re paying though it may be justified depending on your preference.


A plus point however, is the quick eight seconds boot-up and two-seconds wake-up, and the Lite has a 128GB solid-state-drive, which is today’s rage.


How much it helps the actual performance however depends entirely on your personal experience as well. In fact, you may start to question if 128GB is enough.


A mirage or a smoke screen is the best way to describe the Lite. Its seeming affordability comes with compromises.


There are other notebooks which offer more for less than the Lite’s starting price, giving it a less than stellar reputation.


CONCLUSION


Here are three reasons why you would consider going for the ATIV Book 9 Lite: For its low price (if a slightly above average notebook is sufficient for your daily use), its semi-ultrabook design (at a price not many notebooks can offer), and your love for Samsung products and sync options.


Samsung ATIV Book 9 Lite

Pros: Ultrabook-like design at a budget price, Samsung sync options, decent performance.

Cons: Only four to five hours battery life, heavier than it looks, borderline average performance.

Price: RM1,999 non-touch screen/RM2,399 for touch screen

Enquiries: Samsung Product Support

Tel: 1800-88-9999


Our verdict: HHHH

Physical design: HHHHH

Documentation: HHHHH

User-friendliness: HHHHH

Features: HHHH

Performance: HHHHH

Value for money: HHHH



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Samsung в начале 2014 года «завалит» рынок своими планшетами - Новости ИТ

Samsung в начале 2014 года «завалит» рынок своими планшетами


Сразу четыре планшета Samsung разного размера могут появиться на рынке уже через месяц. Несколько последних лет компания Samsung была сосредоточена на разработке и продаже большого количества моделей смартфонов. Такого большого, что не каждый специалист мог пояснить причины появления той или иной модели. На мобильном рынке нашлось место таким солидным устройствам, как Samsung Galaxy Note 3, и таким курьезным моделям, как Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom, пишут Новости ИТ.


Сегодня корейская компания задумала сделать нечто подобное на рынке планшетов. Так, ресурс Sammobile прогнозирует, что в первом квартале 2014 года появятся сразу четыре новых планшета от Samsung.


Легко предположить, что одним из этих устройств станет «облегченный» Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite, который, как ожидается, будет продаваться за 100 евро. Имея 7-дюймовый экран с разрешением 1024 на 600 точек и двуядерный процессор с частотой 1.2 ГГц, новинка претендует разделить успех другого планшета Hudl, находящегося в бюджетном сегменте рынка.


Точных данных о трех других планшетах у нас пока нет, но по предварительным данным (по слухам), одним из них должен стать крупный 12.2-дюймовый планшет. Напомним, что будущий планшет описывается как производительное устройство с 8-ядерным процессором и экраном с разрешением 2560 x 1600 пикселей.


Согласно с информацией южнокорейского сайта ETNews, Samsung может также работать над созданием 13.3-дюймового планшета, поддерживающего загрузку любой из двух операционных систем – Android и Windows (как это было реализовано в Ativ Q).


Заканчивая список неподтвержденных слухов можно упомянуть о том, что Samsung давно собирается вернуться к вопросу создания планшета с панелью AMOLED. Ранее уже сообщалось, что корейцы работают над созданием планшетов с 8 и 10-дюймовым AMOLED дисплеем. Так что вполне возможно, что кто-то из них появится в начале 2014 года.


Понятно, что сегодня никто не знает точно, когда новые планшеты появятся на виду. Но если время их премьеры назначено на 1 квартал 2014 года, то мы имеем хорошие шансы увидеть некоторые новинки на выставках CES 2014 и MWC 2014, которые пройдут в феврале следующего года.


Источник: www.techradar.com


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Samsung: quattro nuovi tablet con schermi Super AMOLED in arrivo per l'anno ... - The Blasting News

L'anno 2013 è oramai alla fine, ma secondo alcune indiscrezioni divulgate sul web da SamMobile (sito gestito da ex dipendenti Samsung) sembrerebbe che il 2014 sia pieno di sorprese, infatti il gigante coreano Samsung lancerà sul mercato ben quattro tablet di nuova generazione.


Il quotidiano asiatico Digital Daily ha da poco pubblicato la notizia, il quale ha precisato che già nei primi tre mesi del 2014 Samsung annuncerà ufficialmente l'uscita dei tablet:



  • Samsung Galaxy Note 3 nella variante maxy con uno schermo da 12.2 pollici;

  • Samsung Galaxy Note 3 con uno schermo AMOLED;

  • Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 nella versione Lite.


Samsung Galaxy Note 3 con schermo da 13.3 pollici con dual boot Android-Windows (versione cambiata del Samsung ATIV Q per la prima volta sul mercato). Tutti i dispositivi sono dotati di schermi molto grandi, in grado da soddisfare le necessità di tutti gli utenti.


Indubbiamente almeno uno tra questi quattro dispositivi sarà il top di gamma 2014, per quanto riguarda invece le schede tecniche e i prezzi di listino attualmente non ci sono informazioni.


Sempre secondo quanto ha pubblicato il quotidiano asiatico Digital Daily l'annuncio ufficiale da parte di Samsung potrebbe avvenire per il CES 2014 di Las Vegas (dal 7 al 11 gennaio). Nell'eventualità che l'annuncio ufficiale venga a mancare nella data sopra citata, si dovrà aspettare fino a fine febbraio, durante l'avvenimento Mobile World Congress 2014 a Barcellona.


Per ora la casa coreana Samsung non ha rilasciato dichiarazioni a riguardo.





Samsung plant 4 neue Tablets im 1. Quartal 2014 - Notebookinfo.de

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Samsung set to flood the tablet market in early 2014 - TechRadar UK

Samsung prepara quattro nuovi tablet per il primo trimestre 2014 - PuntoCellulare.it

Si prospetta un trimestre particolarmente prolifico per Samsung per quanto riguarda i tablet, le ultime indiscrezioni parlano infatti dell'annuncio da parte del colosso coreano di quattro nuovi tablet nei corso dei primi tre mesi del 2014, una mossa dettata dall'esigenza di accrescere ulteriormente le proprie quote di mercato dopo gli ottimi risultati ottenuti con la gamma Galaxy Tab e Galaxy Note.

In base alle notizie circolate nelle ultime settimane, ad essere annunciati da Samsung dovrebbero essere il Galaxy Tab 3 Lite, la versione con schermo da 12.2 pollici del Galaxy Note e un tablet con schermo da 13.3 pollici con dual boot Android-Windows (quest'ultimo probabilmente una versione modificata del Samsung ATIV Q mai giunto sul mercato). Alcune di queste indiscrezioni potrebbero trovare conferma fra meno di un mese, con il CES 2014 di Las Vegas a cui Samsung non mancherà di partecipare con interessanti novità.





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Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus Review: Specs Of Book 9‘s Display Can Go Against Apple’s Retina; Delivers Strong Performance With Premium Design

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Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus review: Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus has specs that made it an ultrabook in its own class. According to IT Pro Portal, the display of the Samsung ATIV Book 9 is better than just about anything and easily rivals the Retina display offered by Apple. It’s 13.3-inch display boasts an impressive 3,200 x 1,800 Quad HD and touchscreen.


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An added feature of the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus is that it has a 10-point touch, an essential feature of the Windows 8. IT Pro Portal noted that while the display can be compared to the MacBook Pro with Retina, the better comparison for the very portable machine is the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch, which was also released this year. The ATIV Book 9 and the MacBook Air share a sliver-thin design, a minimalistic aesthetic, and an aluminum all-metal chassis.


The Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus measures 320 x 225 x 14mm, the same size as the Apple MacBook Air 13in. The Book 9, however, weighs heavier at a little under 1.49 kg. It has a full-size keyboard with backlight and a large touchpad measuring 4in wide by 2.7in high. The buttons in the ultrabook are incorporated into the touch surface and also supports Windows 8 gestures.


Performance-wise, the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus produces a strong one in tests like PCMark 7 and Cinebench, where it fell right in line with the similarly equipped Aspire S7 and the Vaio Pro 13. This could well be due to the Book 9 being outfitted with a 1.6GHz Intel Core i5-4200U processor, the same fourth-generation processor seen in the aforementioned Aspire and Sony machines.


In a multimedia test, the Book 9 finished Handbrake in 1 minute and 23 seconds, and cranked through Photoshop in 5 minutes and 51 seconds in a test by IT Pro Portal. It edged ahead of the Aspire S7’s Photoshop time (6:01) and topping the MacBook Air 13in which had a 3:15 in Handbrake and 7:07 in Photoshop.


The Book 9 also has an Intel HD Graphics 4400 integrated graphics solution and maximizes this chipset well. It produced a 3DMark 11 scores of 1,655 points for Entry and 271 points for Extreme. It was just behind the Acer Aspire S7 and Sony Vaio Pro 13, according to IT Pro Portal.


Battery life for the device allows it to last for 8 hours and 15 minutes in a battery run down test conducted by the tech site, making it one of the more reliable super-slim Windows ultraportable.


Overall, the Samsung Book ATIV Book 9 is yet another device by the South Korean tech giant that delivers on performance while not failing the eyes with quality aesthetics..



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Lots of high end laptops to choose this holiday season - USA TODAY

XBox One o PS4: 33 razones por las que no comprar ninguna - ComputerHoy

Gift guide: Lots of high-end laptops to pick from - LubbockOnline.com

NEW YORK — Whether you’re looking for something thin and light, or want a tablet that performs like a laptop, there’s plenty to choose from if you’re willing to spend a bit more for a high-end laptop computer.


Regardless of how much cash you have, you need to take into account the needs of the person you are shopping for. Is a super-sharp touch screen important? What about a fast processor? How much weight is the gift recipient willing to cart around?


This gift guide covers laptops with starting prices of more than $1,000, including a class of thin, light Windows laptops known as ultrabooks. If that’s too pricey, check our earlier review of budget and mid-priced laptops at http://bit.ly/1bdUMXz . Prices listed are manufacturers’ suggestions, and you can often shop around for deals.


■ Dell Inc.’s XPS 12, starts at $1,000:


What sets this ultrabook apart from others is the way it converts into a tablet. Basically, you pop the screen out of its frame, flip it around and then close the laptop. The move puts the screen on the outside and the keyboard on the inside.


It’s a quick and easy switch. But because the keyboard remains connected, you’re not dropping any of its 3.4 pounds. While reasonable for a laptop, that’s about triple the weight of many full-sized tablets currently on the market.


The XPS might be good for someone who needs a fairly powerful laptop for work, but still wants to kick back in bed without a keyboard getting in the way.


■ Apple Inc.’s MacBook Pro, high-resolution, 13-inch version starts at $1,299:


There’s no touch screen, something that Apple opposes in laptops, but it does offer nearly the same crystal-clear resolution as the latest iPads. The screen is among the best at this price.


And of course, there’s no Windows 8, an operating system that some people find confusing to use. The MacBook uses Apple’s Mac system and integrates well with other Apple products, including iPhones, iPads and Apple TVs.


Two price cuts this year totaling $400 brings the 13-inch model to $1,299, just $200 more than the less-powerful MacBook Air of that size. For the 15-inch version, you’ll be paying at least $1,999.


■ Sony Corp.’s Vaio Pro 13, starts at $1,250:


The Vaio is exceptionally thin when closed and weighs about 2.3 pounds, making it the lightest 13-inch model I tested. Part of that comes from its carbon-fiber construction, which improves durability while reducing weight. But it also made the laptop feel cheap and plastic-like.


The small size also comes with sacrifices. Sony says battery life is up to 6.5 hours, considerably less than other laptops at this price.


This might be good for someone who wants to get work done on the road while traveling light. You can save $100 by going with an 11-inch model.


■ Lenovo Group Ltd.’s Yoga 2 Pro, starts at $1,199:


Like its name implies, the Yoga is very flexible.


Besides the traditional laptop mode, you can bend its 13-inch screen all the way back to close it, so the screen is on the front and the keyboard is exposed on the back. In that configuration, it works like a tablet.


You can also bend it into a triangle, laying one edge on a flat surface and having the display angled like a tent. This lets you use it as a tablet, but keep it upright. It’s particularly helpful when you’re crunched for space.


Or, you can flip it almost all the way around, so that the keyboard is on the bottom and the screen leans back at whatever angle you like. That’s good for watching videos while kicking back on the couch or in bed.


The laptop itself feels thin, light and relatively sturdy. Although it weighs more than the Sony Vaio, it’s slightly thinner. The rubber edges that give the laptop traction when it’s in tent mode are a nice touch.


And if you want your laptop to stand out, the Yoga comes in orange besides the more traditional silver and gray combination.


■ Samsung Electronic Co.’s ATIV Book 9 Plus, starts at $1,400:


This was one of the more beautiful laptops I looked at. From its metal construction to its high-definition touch screen, it screams elegance and class.


The laptop is super thin, at 0.54 inches thick, but weighs just over 3 pounds, similar to several others I tested. It feels heavy relative to its compact size.


Battery life clocked in at 7.5 hours, considerably less than other laptops at that price. But the trade-off is a super-sharp screen that offers a higher resolution than the MacBook Pro, which already has among the best displays at that price.


You might like this if you want to impress the other mobile workers at the coffee house, don’t want a lot of bulk and don’t feel the need to replace your tablets.


■ Microsoft Surface 2 Pro, starts at $899, cover with movable keys brings it to $1,029.


Ok, so this isn’t actually a laptop, but it does a lot of the same work without the bulk of one.


The Surface Pro 2 is a more powerful version of Microsoft’s Surface 2 tablet, and the company is pushing both as replacements for laptops. Just like a PC laptop, it runs Windows 8 and gives you access to all the Microsoft Office programs.


This tablet’s kickstand has been redesigned to include two positions — important because that now makes it practical to actually use on your lap. You’re better off paying the extra $10 for the $130 Type Cover 2; the keys on the Touch Cover 2 don’t move and are harder to use.


Looking for something cheaper? The $449 Surface 2 runs a lightweight version of Windows 8.1 called RT. But that tablet works only with apps designed specifically for it, not the broader pool of programs available for Windows PCs.


ASUS собирается выпустить гибрид с двумя операционками «на борту» - Microsoft Portal

ASUS собирается выпустить гибрид с двумя операционками «на борту»



В сети появилась информация о том, что известный производитель компьютерной техники ASUS собирается выпустить гибридный ультрабук, а точнее, сразу три модели: R82T, L82T и M82T. Самое интересное в данных девайсах то, что они будут работать сразу же на двух операционных системах, на: Windows 8.1 и Android.

Сообщается, что эти устройства поступят в продажу сразу в двух вариантах: с 32 и 64 Гигабайтами встроенной памяти, а так же, весьма внушительным аккумулятором, емкость которого составляет 3 910 мАч. Увы, но, пока что это вся информация по данным устройствам.


Идея выпустить устройство, которое будет работать на двух OS - не нова. Не так давно южно-корейский гигант Samsung собирался выпустить гибрид планшета и ноутбука – ATIV Q, на котором бы «жили по соседству» 2 операционные системы – Windows 8 и Android. Разработчики этого гибрида «наградили» его весьма впечатляющей 13,3-дюймовой матрицей, разрешение которой составляло 3200х1800px. Но, к сожалению, что-то пошло не так как хотелось руководству компанию Samsung и данный девайс так и не появился на прилавках магазинов. А вся имеющаяся информация об этом гибриде была удалена с официального сайта производителя.


В принципе, идея создания устройства работающего под управлением сразу двух популярных операционных систем: Windows 8 и Android – понятна. Так как, владельцы такого девайса сможет самостоятельно выбрать какие приложения и игрушки он захочет установить. А в том случае, если в Windows 8 нет нужного приложения – его всегда можно будет поискать на Android. Если же пользователю не нравится интерфейс приложения на Android – он всегда может найти аналогичное приложение для Windows. К тому же, стоит учесть тот факт, что далеко не у всех пользователей есть деньги на приобретение какого-то софта или же, игры на Windows. Поэтому, можно поискать то же приложение только на Android и чаще всего оно, немного дешевле или же, его можно скачать абсолютно бесплатно.


Возможно, компании ASUS все-таки удастся воплотить все те планы, которые были у Samsung. Однако, не стоит забывать и о том, что выпустив такое устройство, производитель может вступить в конфликт с конкурирующими между собой поставщиками OS: Google и MS.


А как вы думаете, будут ли популярны подобные устройства? Вы бы купили такой планшетобук?





The Next Samsung Windows Phone 8 Could Be The SM-W750V - Will It Be ... - CrazyEngineers

Banking on the fact that after Microsoft's Nokia Acquisition, the latter would no more having the driver's seat control on the Windows 8 smartphones, Samsung seems to be building its next flagship device with Samsung SM-W750V - a Windows Phone 8 to be launched next year. Though there is still no official word from the company, but we have reasons to believe this news because Zuaba, a shipping company from India listed a photograph with the official document showing that the South Korean company recently shipped a Windows 8 phone, numbered SM-W750V, to India for testing and development.


As you can see from the image below, the device's build price is listed at Rs. 31,967 and Rs. 33,245 which means that the phone is going to be in the premium flagship range. But, we can't still predict and official price for the new Windows phone. Well, it becomes important to note here that this isn't the first time Samsung is venturing into Windows Phone 8 manufacturing. Earlier, it has launched the Samsung Ativ S apart from , Ativ Q and Ativ Tab 3. The last Samsung Windows Phone 8 smartphone was the Ativ S Neo, which was released in August this year and then there was Samsung Omnia models which features the Microsoft's mobile operating system. Reports suggest that, the Samsung SM-W750V features a single SIM card slot and sports a 5 inch touchscreen.


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As far as the new model's tech specs are concerned, there is not much information to gorge on so far, but the Windows Phone 8 from Nokia is going to come with the Snapdragon 800 SoC, so we can expect that the processor on the Samsung's new Windows Phone could be a similar one. Though, all we have are speculations and expectations at the moment, it won't be too late till we get our hands on more leaks and rumors that will point us to the details.


Till then, let us know - how do you like the Samsung SM-W750V model's features and the fact that it is going to be the next Windows Phone 8?





Galaxy Tab 13-Inch Model and Galaxy Note 12 to Launch Next Year? - Christian Post




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Samsung could end up releasing a 13-inch Galaxy Tab model sometime next year.


The company is now working on this larger device in addition to a 12.2-inch Galaxy Note model that will enter into production by the end of this year, according to a new report from Android Authority.


Samsung was originally expected to launch the Windows powered ATIV Q dual-booting Android/Windows laptop/tablet this year and even unveiled it, however, its release was quietly canceled for undisclosed reasons. This new 13.3-inch model could end up replacing it if Samsung decides to release it next year.


Specs and official release dates for the Tab are not available at this time.


The report states that the company hopes to sell 42 million tablets in 2014 and will use this new Surface-like device to complete the task. This will bring Samsung closer to outselling Apple, who currently rules the tablet market.


A 12.2-inch Galaxy Note passed through the FCC earlier this month and is rumored to hit the production line by the end of this year. There is no release date available for the device at this time.


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This larger version of the Note will come with a 2560x1600 display, a 2.26GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor, 8-megapixel camera, 2-megapixel front shooter, 3GB RAM, 32GB of storage, Android 4.3, JellyBean and LTE support.


The tablet was confirmed to be part of the Note line from the FCC drawings that showed its ability to accommodate the signature S Pen found on most other Galaxy Note models.


These tablets will function more as laptops than typical slates. The larger models will pack more powerful specs and might even come running Windows 8.1 if they are being made to replace the ATIV line.





Galaxy Tab 13-Inch Model and Galaxy Note 12 to Launch Next Year? - Christian Post

Samsung Ativ Book 8: What's changed? - PC Advisor

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Samsung rebranded its laptop range recently, turning 'Series' products into 'Ativ'. The Samsung Series 7 Chronos we reviewed before cost under £600 but the Ativ Book 8 is priced at more than double this. It will set you back a cool £1350 so read on to find out if this laptop is now worth the big bucks. (See all high-end laptop reviews.)


Samsung Ativ Book 8: What's changed?


So the Series 7 Chronos has morphed into the Ativ Book 8, but what's changed other than the name? Well the laptop looks extremely similar in terms of style and still runs Windows 8, but there are some important changes that help explain the price hike. (See also: what's the best high-end laptop?)


The Chronos model we reviewed earlier this year didn't have a touchscreen but the Ativ Book 8 does. Whether this is an upgrade or not is another matter; we rarely use the touch facility on a laptop. (Take a look at our review of the Samsung Ativ Book 9 Plus too.)


A potentially better improvement is that screen resolution is now a full-HD 1920 x 1080 pixels – for many, a more suitable spec for a 15.6in screen size. Viewing angles are excellent but the glossy surface counteracts this somewhat – a shame considering the older model had a nice non-reflective matt finish. But shiny is something nearly unavoidable for touchscreens.


You might assume that the Ativ Book 8 comes with the latest fourth-generation Intel Haswell processor. However, it has a third-generation Ivy Bridge chip - in this case a Core i7-3635QM which is clocked at 2.4GHz (3.4GHz with Turbo). There's 8GB of DDR3 1600MHz RAM and a large 1TB 5400rpm hard drive.


The Ativ Book 8 is a still a workhorse laptop and could make a good desktop replacement. It scores a mighty 4458 points in PCMark 7. While these scores are impressive, the Ivy Bridge chip is a negative point when it comes to battery life.


The Chronos range has once exhibited good battery life and Samsung touts a total of 10.5 hours for this Ativ Book 8. In our usual video playback over Wi-Fi test the laptop lasted just 5 hours and 50 minutes. We were hoping for better, especially since it now packs a larger 91Wh battery.


An AMD Radeon HD 8870M graphics card with 2GB GDDR5 of memory means that it's more than capable of gaming. The Ativ Book 8 managed an impressive framerate of 62 fps in Stalker: Call of Pripyat with a 720p resolution. At the laptop's native 1080p, the performance only dropped to 54 fps.


The older model also had a slot-load DVD optical drive; the Ativ Book 8 does not. You might think this is because Samsung has trimmed the laptop down so it no longer fits, but we've measured it – it's the same 24mm thick chassis.


So what's it got instead? The answer is a full-size VGA port which doesn't require an adaptor and an additional USB 2.0 port. That's on top of the HDMI, 2x USB 3.0, SDXC card slot, gigabit ethernet and combined mic and headphone socket.


Unchanged is the fact that this laptop is in some ways a joy to use with a nicely designed keyboard with separate number pad. The trackpad is very large and responds well to input. However, we found clicking the integrated mouse buttons would usually send the mouse pointer flying, an annoying hindrance to easy use.


Build quality is good with a nice brushed aluminium lid and keyboard surround while the underside remains plastic. It's hardly a very travel-friendly laptop at just over 2.5kg.


Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus Review - SlashGear


In the Samsung ATIV Book series, the company comes to a point in their history with notebooks that they’re ready to go to battle with the highest-quality units in the industry. In the ATIV Book 9 Plus with 13.3-inch LED QHD+ (3200 x 1800 pixel) touchscreen display and Intel Core processor under the hood, there’s scarcely a Windows 8 laptop on the market that we can recommend against it. Not one constructed of pure aluminum, at least.


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Hardware


The unit we’ve been reviewing for weeks – top to bottom, with real-world tests in play – brings an Intel Core i5 4200U processor. At 1.60 GHz speed with a turbo boost at 2.60 GHz, this device is built for more than just the standard user. It’s made to be able to handle every kind of entertainment and work usage you’ll be able to toss at it.


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If you’re aiming for the biggest and the most powerful workstation notebooks on the market today, you’ll want to hit up the HP ZBook 15 – this Samsung machine isn’t all-out work power. Instead you’ve got an experience that’s optimized for performance at the same time as it is for thinness and aesthetic purity. The Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus is certainly a fine-looking notebook.


The display on this notebook feels ahead of its time. If you’ve used a notebook with even 3/4 as dense an array of pixels on this size a screen, experiencing this notebook’s display will seem a shock at first. With 350nit SuperBright Technology you’ll also find that this notebook’s display can get too bright for most everyday experiences – you can easily adjust direct from the keyboard, the same as you can volume and keyboard backlighting.


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You’ve got 10 point touch up front which we’ve found to be as accurate as we’ve ever experienced on such a panel. Touchscreen response time on this notebook has been as good or better than any other touchscreen we’ve used on a notebook.


As for I/O ports, you’ve got a well-considered set of bits and pieces that’ll run best for the massive cross-section of users that will see play with this machine. You’ve got 2 x USB 3.0 ports (full size) with excellent sleep-and-charge action. This means you’ll be able to run USB cords out to your smart devices while this notebook is asleep, allowing you to leave the adapters at home while you’re traveling.


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Also along the edges you’ve got a single micro-HDMI for outputting to massive displays, VGA if you’ve got the correct dongle, and Gigabit Wired Ethernet LAN with a dongle included with the notebook in-box. There’s a single headphone-mic combo port and a multi-card slot as well, able to work with SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards – and it swings inward rather than pulling out, just about as top-notch as we’ve seen in an otherwise open or awkward port situation.


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The system weighs in at 3.06 pounds and is a mere 0.54-inches thin. With a full metal jacket – top and bottom, inside and out – save the reinforced glass front to the display. The top is able to fold back 180 degrees, allowing the whole machine to go essentially flat. This isn’t a transforming notebook, and given the relative few amount of times we’ve ended up using the touchscreen, you may very well end up opting to turn that bit off as well. This notebook works just as well without touch, mind you, if that’s the sort of way you’ll opt to use it.


Software


Since we started this long-lasting review, Windows 8.1 was unveiled and we’ve made with the installation. While this update has made little impact on the overall Samsung-provided experience with this notebook, there are a series of boosts that we’ve found entirely helpful in the evolution of the Windows 8 experience. Have a peek at our Windows 8.1 installation guide and hidden gems exploration for a better look at what it means to work with this most current system.


As for Samsung’s features in differentiating the software experience from the rest of the Windows 8 devices out in the wild, you’ll find some interesting bits and pieces in the smartphone arena. One of these features is Samsung SideSync.


With SideSync you’ll be able to connect a collection of Samsung smartphones – the most recent couple of generations of Samsung Android devices included – to your PC with ease. This connectivity goes well beyond that of Samsung’s old Kies client which is made to look ancient by comparison. In addition to being able to mirror your device’s display on your laptop’s screen, you’ll be able to easily transfer files to and from your Galaxy S4, Galaxy Note III, and more with or without a hardware connection.


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While we’ve seen this system work flawlessly over the past several weeks, we’ve found that it still feels more natural to send files back and forth with 3rd party systems like Google Drive and Dropbox. Samsung’s SideSync system will be heavily appreciated by the hardcore Samsung fan, and those looking specifically to make their smartphone experience entirely integrated into their daily sit-down computing lives.


Windows 8 has otherwise performed as flawlessly as we’ve ever seen it run here with Samsung’s hardware, making this device – again – one of the Windows 8 devices to beat here heading into 2014. That’s including desktop machines to, mind you, not just the laptop arena.


Performance


Outside general everyday use, the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus rolled out some impressive numbers for its category in Geekbench 3, keeping well ahead of the pack whilst sticking with unassuming industrial design. In short, it would appear that the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus is a real contender amongst the notebooks in the arena today working with Intel i5 processor architecture despite it’s ultra-thin and smooth looks.


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This was likely Samsung’s intent with this machine, making a show of power with an optimized combintation that has it running comparisons with the Apple MacBook Air lineup. While it’s not entirely appropriate to compare the two due to their rather separate operating systems, it’s easy to see how the two might meet in battle. Until we get them both in the video processing lab at once, we’ll stick to recommending each as the best in their class for what software they run – Windows to Windows, OS X to OS X.


Battery


With an integrated rechargeable 7300mAh battery, you’ll be rolling with a clean 8 hours of battery life in work-all-day situations. With a never-closing top and constant brightness held, our standard workplace testing showed the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus to hold its own against an honest day’s blog publishing.


This puts the device right up alongside many of today’s highest-end Windows 8 notebooks, showing itself to have no trouble getting through a rough day’s work with ease. We’ve got no concern in bringing this device into the field for some field work in the technology reporting world, that’s for certain.


Wrap-up


Utilizing the best in optimized hardware from the past several generations of Samsung notebooks and today’s finest in processing power (save the slightly more expensive Intel i7 version of this device), the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus is easily one of the finest laptops on the market today. Even without the value-adding features like the ability to become entirely flat, a 10-point touchscreen, and unique connectivity options with Samsung smartphones, this notebook is well worth your time going into 2014.


Have a peek at the rest of our Laptop Reviews archive to see the best of the best in new notebook releases and consider the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus and its more powerful Core i7 relative as a couple of our reccomendations for best in the field.


Nokia Lumia 520 vs. Nokia Lumia 920 Windows Phone Market Share: Lumia ... - Latino Post

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The Nokia Lumia 920 series

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Germany has the "healthiest" share of Windows Phone devices based on new statistics featuring Nokia Lumia and HTC smartphones.


According to AdDuplex, the Nokia Lumia 920 is the top Windows Phone device in Germany. The rank for the Lumia 920 is a change from the Lumia 520, which held the position of the No. 1 Windows Phone device worldwide based on AdDuplex's data. The Lumia 920 finished at first place with 17.4 percent of the Windows Phone market share.


The Lumia 520 and Lumia 820 tied for second place with 9.9 percent, each.


The first non-Nokia Lumia smartphone to rank in the German AdDuplex data is the Samsung ATIV S. The Samsung device placed fourth with 8.9 percent of the market share.





The Nokia Lumias returned to power with the Lumia 800 placing fifth with 8.2 percent.


Two other non-Nokia Lumia smartphones ranked in the top 10 with the HTC 8S and HTC 8X with 5.3 percent and 4 percent, respectively. The HTC 8S managed to finish at eighth place while the HTC 8X ranked at ninth place.


"Germany's pie looks like a healthiest view of the Windows Phone ecosystem," wrote AdDuplex's Alan Mendelevich. "We see higher end Lumia 920 at the top, with other higher-end devices in the top 10 - meaning theoretically higher purchasing power of the users. We also see pretty healthy numbers for phones made by both Samsung and HTC."


As Latino Post reported, the Lumia 520 placed first in the worldwide Windows Phone devices market share with 26.5 percent. The Lumia 520 managed to beat competition from the Lumia 920 and Lumia 620, which ranked second and third places, respectively.


AdDuplex collected its latest Windows Phone data on Nov. 22 with more than 2,087 Windows Phone apps running on AdDuplex's SDK version 2.


German Windows Phone devices market share, according to AdDuplex (Photo Credit: AdDuplex).

German Windows Phone devices market share, according to AdDuplex (Photo Credit: AdDuplex).




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- Windows Phone Market Share in UK: Nokia Lumia 520 No. 1, Increases Lead vs. Nokia Lumia 800, Lumia 920, Says AdDuplex



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Asus M80T family reaches the FCC — can run Android, Windows or both - Android Authority


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According to a new FCC filing, it looks like Asus is gearing up to release a tablet that can run Android, Windows or both. The idea is that the same tablet will be released in multiple different versions with the only difference being whether it comes with Android only, Windows only or a dual-boot configuration.


Unfortunately the details here are pretty scarce, but we can certainly make a few educated guesses.


First, odds are that this device would run a next-gen Intel Atom CPU and Windows 8.1, considering Windows RT is all but dead in the water at this point. That also means you’d have a device with ARM-like battery life but the power to run conventional Windows desktop programs.


Aside from speculation, we do know for a fact that the device will support 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and will come in 3 different flavors: M81T runs Android, M80T runs Windows and M82T runs both operating systems.


Each of these flavors also have a few different sub-model numbers that likely account for different storage configurations and the like.


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Do people really want a dual-booting tablet? Honestly it depends on how Asus presents it. If it comes as a laptop hybrid with enough under the hood power to replace a conventional laptop and a typical Android tablet, it could certainly be a winner.


Of course until we know a bit more about the specs, we really have no clue what to expect from the Asus M80T tablet family. Whatever Asus is planning, let’s hope they are actually able to get it off the ground and running — unlike the canceled Samsung Ativ Q.


What do you think, if the specs and price were right, would you be interested in the dual-booting Asus M82T?






Планшет Ramos i10 Pro загрузит Windows или Android на выбор - hardnsoft



Японский производитель Ramos, ранее уже отличавшийся выпуском неплохих клонов iPad, собирается в скором времени представить очередную планшетную новинку. По информации китайского ресурса PadNews, к выходу готовится интересная модель под названием Ramos i10 Pro.




Пока подробных технических сведений о Ramos i10 Pro не приводится. Однако известно, что в его основе лежит архитектура Intel Bay Trail. А самая вкусная «изюминка» кроется в возможности загрузки операционных систем Windows или Android по выбору обладателя планшета. Причем переключение между двумя ОС будет происходить почти моментально.

Предполагается, что Ramos i10 Pro получит 10-дюймовый экран с разрешением 1920 х 1200 точек.


Отметим, что девайсы с двойной загрузкой Windows/Android уже присутствуют на рынке.

В качестве примера стоит привести Samsung ATIV Q с впечатляющей матрицей или мелькавший в новостях итальянский продукт Ekoore Python S3. Однако на данный момент нельзя сказать, что устройства с подобной функциональностью пользуются повышенным вниманием у публики. Время покажет, удастся ли японскому производителю серьезным образом повлиять на предпочтения аудитории.


Ожидается, Ramos i10 Pro может быть представлен совсем скоро – уже в следующем месяце в рамках традиционной выставки CES.