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- Motorola’s own website leaks a handful of new devices including the Xoom 2 and the Targa
- Nielsen: Android now owns more than a third of the U.S. smartphone market
- Should the FCC block the AT&T, T-Mobile merger?
- Video: Qualcomm wants to show you why their single-core processor is better than the dual-core competition
- TomTom Navigator is coming to Android soon
- Google is testing a more touch-friendly mobile navigation bar
- Qualcomm shows off the Quanta Slate at Computex
- AT&T’s XPERIA X10 finally gets a taste of Eclair
- Plants vs. Zombies comes to Android via the Amazon App Store
- ASUS unveils the Eee Pad MeMo 3D and the recently rumored Padfone at Computex
| Motorola’s own website leaks a handful of new devices including the Xoom 2 and the Targa Posted: 31 May 2011 07:09 PM PDT  Motorola’s web team just had a fairly severe oops moment as they went live with a revamped version of the site which included a number of devices that we are putting our eyes on for the first time. The site has already been pulled down, but Pocketnow managed to capture the images below before they vanished into the ether. To be clear there aren’t a lot of details to go on here, just a series of pretty images with some rather interesting names, but maybe this little spill will spur Motorola to cough up some additional details. I’ll go ahead and follow Motorola’s own order and kick things off with the aptly named Tracy. With the name and the tag line that, “Dick Tracy never saw this coming,” we can assume that this is a watch phone and most likely one with a front facing camera if anyone at Motorola ever saw Dick Tracy and knows what his watch could do. Whether this will just be an accessory or if it can operate as a standalone device is of course a mystery for now.
Next up is the Slimline which is gunmetal gray and has an interesting tapering effect on the back which comes to a point at the camera, but rather than just sloping up at the very top of the phone as with the Droid X and X2 it slopes from all 4 sides toward the camera module. Presumably at its thinnest point this should eclipse even the Galaxy S II.
Moving down the line we find ourselves at the Zaha which is accompanied by the simple statement that it is “the future now.” Whether that means its specs are so mind bogglingly awesome that we’ll assume it’s some sort of Shi’ar technology[1] bestowed only upon Motorola or if it was just the only thing that they could think of to put next to it who knows. Unfortunately the Targa didn’t get a front and center shot of its own, but you can actually see it in the bottom of this image and it has the same gunmetal gray finish as the slimline and beyond that you can refer to our previous post on it for clues as to what it might be packing.
Lastly we have the Xoom 2 which also managed to avoid center stage, but did appear in the bottom left corner of all of the photos above. As you’ll probably notice it looks basically identical to the original Xoom from the front so the major change is likely that it has been put on a drastic diet to give it less of a complex next to the Galaxy Tabs. While we wait for another kindly Motorola employee to leak the actual details on these new devices what do you think of the newcomers based on these photos? References
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| Nielsen: Android now owns more than a third of the U.S. smartphone market Posted: 31 May 2011 05:59 PM PDT  It’s that time of the week again, folks. Another research firm is reporting that Android is the most popular mobile platform in the U.S. This time is Nielsen’s turn, which today released its mobile report covering the three-month period from February to April.
Echoing Gartner’s report from two weeks ago, Nielsen said that Android now owns 36% of the smartphone market in the U.S. Far behind Android, iOS sits in second place with a respectable 26% of the market, which is closely followed by Blackberry OS with 23%. After Blackberry OS, things start to look a bit bleak for the rest of the mobile platforms. Coming in on fourth place, Microsoft’s Windows Mobile still has 9% of the market — many months after the company dumped the OS for Windows Phone. Speaking of Windows Phone, the platform has somewhere around 1% of the market, battling it out with the ancient Palm OS. Finally, HP’s Web OS and Nokia’s Symbian both have 2% of the U.S. market. Seeing how the Symbian platform is currently headed to the cemetery – partly thanks to Android — expect its U.S. market share to completely disappear over the coming months.
With Android and iOS owning around 2/3 of the market, you’d think there’d be some similarities between the two OS — and there are. In fact, your iOS-toting arch-enemy uses his iPhone for the same stuff that you use your “droid”. According to Nielsen, both Android and iOS users download a bunch of apps, listen to Pandora a lot, and spend many hours watching videos on YouTube. Where Android and iOS users differ, however, is in how much data they consume. Nielsen says that Android users consume an average of 582MB a month. That’s 90MB more than the 492MB that a typical iOS user consumes in a month. As a former iPhone buyer, I can attest to this. Since iOS users are forced to use iTunes, most of them sync their songs, photos, videos, and ringtones via USB. On the other hand, Android’s cloud-centric design allows its users to sync their photos with Picasa, manage their videos and books with YouTube and the Android Market, and download ringtones with Zedge. Why buy a small computer, if you have to connect it to a “real” computer every time you want to put anything on it? As Android users, do you guys find yourself using more data than before you had an Android phone? Let us know in the comments.
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| Should the FCC block the AT&T, T-Mobile merger? Posted: 31 May 2011 05:59 PM PDT  Fear of a mobile carrier duopoly struck the U.S. when AT&T announced its plans to acquire T-Mobile from parent company Deutsche Telecom. Though there may be some that support this acquisition (or a general sense of apathy), most websites’ comments prove that people are very much against the proposed acquisition. People are not the only ones against such possible merger though, as Sprint has firmly stood against the AT&T acquisition of T-Mobile since the beginning. Further proving that it will do anything possible to stop the merger, Sprint has recently filed an official opposition to the FCC. Through this 377 page document, Sprint asks the FCC to block said merger, stating that it does not support AT&T in this deal for multiple reasons. Of course, Sprint’s main statement is that the acquisition would substantially hurt competition and thus the consumer. As you can imagine, though, Sprint’s filing includes much more detail about their opposition. One interesting point is that Sprint states that AT&T is “playing naive” in stating that the acquisition would be necessary in order to support AT&T’s future growth in services and customers. According to Sprint, this is simply an excuse from AT&T, and this company is simply trying to broaden its spectrum. Sprint claims that there is a wide “unused” spectrum, and that AT&T has not been managing its resources well enough. Sprint states that they have been planning ahead of time in order to be able to support the carrier’s future customers and services, and AT&T should be able to do the same. Of course, the most important factor here is you, the consumer, and Sprint won’t be able to do this alone. In case you missed it, the FCC actually allowed the community to express its feelings towards this possible acquisition. This opened up the doors for us, as a community, to tell the FCC what people want. If you haven’t done so yet, go fill out the form at the FCC’s website. We would also like to know what you guys think about this, are you on Sprint’s side? Do you think the merger should be blocked by the FCC? Do you think the AT&T/T-Mobile deal should be allowed to go through? Please leave us your comments stay tuned for more details on this.
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| Posted: 31 May 2011 02:46 PM PDT  If you have been reading the reviews for the new Verizon 4G LTE devices, you have probably heard that the devices perform amazingly (even though they lack a dual-core processor). This is because the HTC Thunderbolt and the LG Revolution (not the Droid Charge) carry Qualcomm’s new generation Snapdragon processor. In the video below, Qualcomm wants to explain why their single-core processor, combined with Verizon’s 4G LTE network, would bring you a better experience when compared to “the competition” (Motorola Atrix 4G on AT&T’s HSPA+ network). In a few words, this is because Qualcomm works on both the network and the processor, ensuring that the components are optimized to work with each other. We would like to know what you guys think about this demonstration. It may seem like the comparison may be a bit unfair, since they are testing data speed. It is a given that Verizon’s 4G LTE data speeds are about the fastest (for now), so Snapdragon has an advantage from the get go (even if the processors were equal, the data speeds on a Verizon device should be faster anyways). What do you guys say? Is this a fair demonstration? Do you prefer the new generation Snapdragon over its dual-core competitors? Check out the video and let us know what you think.
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| TomTom Navigator is coming to Android soon Posted: 31 May 2011 01:21 PM PDT  TomTom has been one of the most famous navigation systems for years. Not only has TomTom provided Navigation services with PNDs (Personal Navigation Devices), but it has also been among the Top 10 apps in the Apple App Store since its release. Well, for those that have been jealous of iPhone users, TomTom is coming to Android soon, as Corinne Vigreux (TomTom’s MD) stated during an interview with PocketGPSWorld. We are currently working on a version for Android this will be released soon. I cannot give you a specific date yet. For Windows Phone we are not planning to release anything.Corinne VigreuxTomTom International BV. You may wonder how this navigator made it to the Top 10, despite the fact that it costs a whooping $39.99 for the U.S. version (price for iPhone). Well, there are multiple reasons. Assuming that Android’s TomTom app will bring the same capabilities as the iPhone’s, these are some of the major features – The maps are actually saved on your device, which means that data consumption would be substantially lowered. Also, Like PNDs, TomTom for iPhone has some level of customization, and yes, that includes the addition of cool navigation voices. This may seem a bit unnecessary, but it is unbelievable how such features can make the price very well worth it: I'd pay $40 just for the yoda voice.Anthony DomanicoAndroid and Me Since we are expecting Android’s TomTom Navigation to bring the same features as the iPhone, these are some of the things you should expect from it: Key Features[1]GET THERE FASTER AND SMARTER
FIND SHOPS AND BUSINESSES
STAY SAFE
MAKE THE MOST OF IPHONE
CUSTOMIZE YOUR APP
TomTom undoubtedly offers some of the best Navigation services out there, but that $40 price tag may be a bit steep. We do know that apps tend to be offered at a more affordable price in the Android Market, though I wouldn’t expect TomTom International to go any lower than $29.99. Since we know that TomTom is coming to Android soon, it is time to start seeing if it will be a feasible option for us. Have you guys been waiting for this navigation app? Would you pay $39.99 or even $29.99 for just the U.S. version (especially when Co-Pilot Live USA is going for $5)? If none of these convince you, what do you think would be a fair price for both the consumer and the developer?
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| Google is testing a more touch-friendly mobile navigation bar Posted: 31 May 2011 12:33 PM PDT  Following the release of a new Google Maps for mobile browsers, Google seems to be working on a re-designed version of Google Search as well. According to Google Operating System, some mobile Google users are being shown a brand-new interface for Google Search. Similarly to what Google did with Google Maps a few days ago, the company is trying to make Google Search a bit more app-like and less web-like. This new version of Google Search replaces text and links with images and buttons. Instead of small links at the top, the new design has a row of finger-sized buttons for switching between Web, Images, News, etc. Navigating to another Google product is also much easier with this interface. When you tap the “more” button, an app drawer appears that allows you to switch between Google services. By contrast, in the current UI you have to use your pinky to carefully tap on the “more’ link. Miss the “more” link by a couple of pixels, and all of the sudden you’re posting on Buzz. Speaking of Buzz, the new Google Search interface completely gets rid of the Buzz button. Does this mean that Google is slowly killing the unloved social service? I hope so. What do you guys think of this new Google Search interface? Do you like it or hate it? Let us know in the comments.
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| Qualcomm shows off the Quanta Slate at Computex Posted: 31 May 2011 08:40 AM PDT  Tablets are the hot topic this year, especially when it comes to Android fans. NVIDIA has pretty much taken the lead when it comes to tablets with its popular Tegra 2 dual-core processor. Though Qualcomm has been missing in action for a while, there are some tablets coming in the near future which will feature Qualcomm’s single-core and dual-core processors. Such is the case of this nifty looking device, the Quanta Slate, a honeycomb tablet featuring a Qualcomm dual-core processor. It is unclear whether it has an MSM8960 or an MSM8660 processor, but it sure looks like it runs very well for being a reference design. As the speaker mentions in the video below, this tablet does look very much like the iPad/iPad2/all-apple-products when it comes to the design. This is because Quanta actually makes Apple devices. Since this is a reference design, OEMs can actually make a deal with Quanta and brand this device as their own. Since the Quanta Slate does have an Apple-ish look, it also means that it will probably have that equally strong, solid design that all Apple products have (I know many of us dislike Apple, but come on guys, we have to give them credit for their solid builds). Something that also makes this tablet stand out is its display, which the speaker describes as “phenomenal,” with very rich colors much like Samsung’s Super AMOLED displays. It will definitely be very exciting to see this tablet get picked up by a major manufacturer. Unlike many other tablets at Computex, this one actually stands out when it comes to performance, and that display has some great potential. I am sure Apple will not be very happy about the design though. One does wonder if Apple have any legal rights to sue the OEM that picks this device up. If anything, they would have to settle things with Quanta, and it seems like that would not be a feasible option either. Do any lawyers out there know how this would work? Check out the video[1] below, and let us know what you think of this tablet! As a side note, our very own Clark and Angie are in San Diego right now, and will be attending the 2011 Uplinq Conference (by Qualcomm), so expect more details on these processors soon! References
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| AT&T’s XPERIA X10 finally gets a taste of Eclair Posted: 31 May 2011 08:02 AM PDT  The wait it finally over! Android 2.1 for the SONY Ericsson XPERIA X10 on AT&T is finally available. If you were hoping for a smooth OTA update, think again. Updating the XPERIA X10 to Éclair is a manual process that will completely wipe your phone. Fortunately, SONY Ericsson has put together a foolproof update guide (pdf link) which walks you through every single step of the process. In addition to the typical Android 2.1 feature updates, Éclair on the X10 also delivers 720p video capture, multi-touch support, continuous autofocus in still and video capture, face detection while recording video, and an expanded home screen with two additional panels. An Android 2.1 update may seem a bit antiquated at this point, but the update may be enough to get X10 owners through the end of their contract. The Éclair update brings the XPERIA X10 to the end of its life cycle, which is certainly disappointing since the phone has only been available on AT&T for less than a year. Would any current SONY Ericsson customers be willing to give them a second chance?
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| Plants vs. Zombies comes to Android via the Amazon App Store Posted: 31 May 2011 07:21 AM PDT  This one has sure been a long wait for many of you! Plants vs. Zombies is one of the most popular games out there, and Android users are now able to enjoy this game at its fullest (Previously only available for iOS and PC). There have been some unofficial versions of this zombie-killing game before, but there is definitely nothing better than getting the final, polished product straight from the original developer.
Before you go rushing off to the Android Market, there are a few things you would like to know before you run and get this game. The first important fact is that Plants vs. Zombies is available exclusively through the Amazon App Store, something that will likely be repeated with other PopCap games. Upon finding this game, you will notice that it requires a WiFi connection in order to be downloaded. Plants vs. Zombies comes in at a whopping 75 MB, which will make many phones out there cry for space! The good news is that the app allows you to save it on the SD card, which will probably be what most of us will do. After going through the long download process (which is a bit of a hassle compared to other apps), the full Plants vs. Zombies game will be at the palm of your hand. Who needs guns when you can end a zombie apocalypse with plants, right? This nifty game will give you 50 levels of tree-hugging war against 26 types of zombies. Also, you will have access to the usual Plants vs. Zombies features, like the 49 usual upgrades (different plants, lawnmowers, rakes, etc.), the almanac (displays all plants and zombies), and 10 “fun-dead” achievements. Sadly, some people will be left out of the fun. This game is not available for every device, which is truly a shame for those that happen to lack compatibility with this game.
Of course, we are all happy to know that this game has finally arrived to our beloved Android devices, but as always we would like to hear your opinions. Let us know if you are enjoying this game, which can be had for free on the Amazon AppStore today only (normally $2.99)! Do you guys think that 75 MB is too much? Are you one of the unlucky ones that can’t download the game due to device incompatibility? Hit us up with your comments, and also check out the Plants vs. Zombies music video, which will also be included in the game.
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| ASUS unveils the Eee Pad MeMo 3D and the recently rumored Padfone at Computex Posted: 31 May 2011 06:33 AM PDT  ASUS is really making a name for itself within the Android world of late, proving that it is not always necessary to give up specs for low prices. They have definitely usurped center stage at times, announcing and releasing products that are affordable, innovative, and just as powerful as the competition. First seen at CES, the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer has been flying off the shelves, and the Eee Pad Slider and Eee Pad MeMo should be arriving soon (probably to the same warm welcome). Though this is already an outstanding array of tablets, ASUS is not stopping there, and has unveiled two devices at Computex. ASUS Eee Pad MeMo 3D[1][2]
If a 3D display doesn’t close the deal for you, ASUS has gone ahead and also added a cool bluetooth accessory for the MeMo 3D. ASUS calls it the MeMIC Bluetooth headset, and it looks a lot like an mp3 player, which is actually one of its functions – to access your music via bluetooth. The accessory’s second function is quite interesting though, it actually works as a phone. When connected to the tablet, it can be used as a headset, with a microphone and speaker located where you would expect them on a good old fashioned candy bar phone. It can be assumed that it is mostly meant for services like Skype, Tango, Qik, etc., but one cannot help but wonder if carriers will support this device as a regular smartphone (Wouldn’t that be neat?). Other features are pretty much identical to what we have seen before. The MeMo 3D still has the 7-inch form factor, which can be a big advantage to many of us who can’t reach the same level of comfort from a 10-inch device. If you happen to be a fan of the HTC Flyer, you may also be interested in the MeMo 3D, it has the same 7-inch form factor, as well as a stylus that can turn this tablet into your electronic notepad. ASUS Padfone[3]
ASUS is displaying a mock-up Padfone at Computex and they are projecting a launch by Christmas. Though not many details are given, having official word from the manufacturer is always good, and they rarely do it so soon after the rumors leak out. Wrap UpThe innovative ideas that ASUS is teasing us with are great, but we do wish more details were available (processor, RAM, etc.). We know that the MeMo at CES had a Snapdragon processor, but considering ASUS went as far as upgrading to a 3D display, who knows what else may be changed. Details on the Padfone are limited when it comes to aesthetics, as ASUS has not given word of what this neat smartphone will have packed inside. ASUS did decide to tease us with a few videos though. Check them out, along with the press release, and stay tuned for more details on all of these as ASUS is showing no signs of slowing down. Show Press ReleaseASUS “INNOVATION BEYOND EXPECTATIONS” AT COMPUTEX 2011 Chairman Jonney Shih unveils the stunning Padfone device, a 3D tablet, ultra-thin and light notebooks and netbooks, plus the world’s first PC motion sensing controller and a sleek 27″ All-in-One HD desktop Taipei, Taiwan (Computex, May 30, 2011) – ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih has unveiled the highly-anticipated Padfone along with the latest ASUS innovations, which include new UX Series notebooks, redesigned N Series notebooks with SonicMaster audio technology, the revolutionary and versatile Eee Pad Memo 3D, ultra-thin Eee PC X101 netbooks, and unique home entertainment devices such as the motion-sensing WAVI Xtion and the 27″ All-in-One high-definition ET2700XVT desktop PC. With “Break the Rules, Innovation Beyond Expectations” as the dominant theme this year, Mr. Shih has reiterated the company’s strength in cutting-edge designs and superior engineering skills to help bring users the devices of their dreams. Padfone elevates consumer choice to new levels Innovation is at the heart of ASUS design and the new Padfone reveals exciting new possibilities for mobile computing and communication. This convergent device combines a smartphone and a tablet computer into one symbiotic gadget that allows consumers to choose the screen size that best fits their activities while seamlessly sharing data and 3G internet access. UX Series ultraportables ASUS is noted for its exquisite design, and nowhere else is this more evident than in the new UX Series, developed in close cooperation with Intel® to ensure the best products become available to consumers. These astonishingly thin ultraportables are made possible through the use of a strong but light aluminum alloy shell with a unique ‘spun’ finish on polished surfaces. The artistry of the series draws inspiration from luxury timepieces, displaying sharp edges, an oversized keyboard and smartphone-like touchpad for added comfort, as well as reinforced hinges for extended longevity. Measuring a mere 17mm at its thickest point, the needle-thin UX Series nonetheless packs impressive specifications, with the latest 2nd generation Intel® Core™ mobile processors up to the powerful i7, SATA 6Gb/s solid-state drives and the Instant On feature, which resumes the notebook in seconds. N Series notebooks and All-in-One PC with SonicMaster ASUS continues to innovate in PC audio. The same SonicMaster technology that ASUS first developed with Bang & Olufsen ICEpower® for the incredible NX90 can now be enjoyed on the new N Series, where stunning high-gloss designs meet the very latest mobile technology. This latest N Series, co-designed by ASUS and world renowned designer David Lewis, comes with the addition of a dedicated external subwoofer for deep bass extension that would otherwise be impossible to replicate on a notebook. Desktop PC users can also experience the same well-appointed luxury with the 27″ HD All-in-One ET2700XVT desktop PC, which offers ultra-wide 178-degree viewing angles and optional 10-point multi-touch for smooth, fully consolidated computing. Eee Pad MeMO 3D adds depth to tablet devices Recognizing that no two users have quite the same needs when it comes to tablets, ASUS has introduced a fourth tablet to go alongside the recently announced Eee Pad Transformer, Eee Pad Slider and Eee Slate. Powered by the latest version of the Android operating system, the Eee Pad MeMO 3D has a 7″ multi-touch screen that can also be used with the supplied stylus for note taking in portrait orientation, plus a unique glasses-free 3D display mode for entertainment on the go. The Eee Pad MeMO 3D is designed to be an alternative take on the 10″ tablet that is fast becoming a standard size. This portrait-oriented device uses a screen that can also be used more traditionally with all Android Honeycomb applications, should users choose to do so. Eee PC evolved ASUS evolves the Eee PC further with new models that take netbooks to ever-greater heights. The new Eee PC X101 has been designed from the start to be the perfect ultraportable for modern mobile users, with its Intel® MeeGo operating system incorporating full support for a wide range of social networking services. Eee PC X101 Series netbooks are also offered with the Windows® 7 operating system, and models ship with both solid state and mechanical hard drive storage configurations. Wireless home entertainment with WAVI Xtion Drawing on its research and development foundations, ASUS has worked closely with PrimeSense™, the leader in motion-sensing technology, in crafting the world’s first and only open-source, controller-free gesture-based device for PC. WAVI Xtion offers limitless enjoyment for consumers, upscaling PC fun onto big screen TV. The technology represents total integration of multimedia, social networking and gaming. The Xtion Browser affords internet usage with hand and body movements for an interactive experience, expanding web content with larger fonts, icons and graphics for livelier navigation. The Xtion Portal acts as an app store where users can purchase new games and utilities designed for WAVI Xtion, while social networking becomes more intuitive with a controller-free interface and exciting gesture input, also using an attractive visual style. WAVI Xtion ships with a game bundle that includes MayaFit™, Beat Booster, and DanceWall™, all perfect for exercise and fun for the entire family. Better still, the Xtion Engine incorporates gesture-based controls into many existing PC games, so consumers can experience them in a completely new way. PRODUCT APPENDICES Padfone The ASUS Padfone is a device that explores one possible convergence between two popular mobile devices – the smartphone and tablet. The Padfone solves the problem of data transfer hassles and multiple SIM cards when both a smartphone and 3G tablet are used. With the Padfone, the smartphone docks inside the tablet to give users an expanded view to suit their tasks. With the phone docked, it can recharge from the tablet’s larger battery and the tablet can also make use of the smartphone’s 3G internet connection. The dual interfaces for both the pad and phone ensure an enhanced user experience as the layout is automatically adjusted for all activities such as video conferencing, web browsing and emailing. UX Series Notebook PC users demand the very best performance in increasingly portable packages, which is exactly what the new ASUS UX Series delivers. Clad in a svelte aluminum alloy shell that has a unique ‘spun’ finish, the UX Series packs a number of impressive features, including 2nd generation Intel® Core™ mobile processors, including the powerful i7, to ensure blistering performance. Up to 7-hour battery charges mean that the UX Series is always ready for action – and with the Instant On feature it resumes work in seconds. N Series The new ASUS N Series combines a stunning design with the very latest mobile technology and legendary SonicMaster audio, which has already made a name for the ASUS NX90. The slim, glossy black exterior denotes a premium notebook with specifications to match, including cutting-edge features such as second generation Intel® Core™ mobile processors and USB 3.0. Developed together with Bang & Olufsen ICEpower®, ASUS SonicMaster ensures that the N Series sounds as good as it looks, with oversized internal speakers, sophisticated audio processing and a bundled dedicated subwoofer that delivers deep, rich bass that belies the notebook’s compact size. This latest N Series is co-designed by ASUS and renowned designer David Lewis. Eee Pad MeMO 3D The ASUS Eee Pad MeMO 3D is designed to be an alternative take on the 10″ tablet that is fast becoming a standard size. This portrait-oriented device has a 7″ multi-touch screen that can be used in the usual way with Android Honeycomb applications, but there’s also the added twist of stylus support, so users can opt for handwriting input and treat the MeMO 3D much like a digital notepad. Productivity is only one area where the Memo 3D scores highly, though. The bundled MeMIC Bluetooth hands-free headset makes it ideal for listening to music and making calls, while flipping the MeMO 3D into landscape turns it into a glasses-free 3D display that adds a new dimension to mobile entertainment. Consumers can enjoy movies, games and photos in 3D, all from the palm of their hand. Eee PC X101 The ASUS Eee PC X101 is a new netbook that is designed to perfectly meet the needs of the modern mobile user who lives and works online. Just 17.6mm thick and weighing less than 950g, the Eee PC X101 can be slipped into a bag and taken anywhere, but this is no cut-down portable computer – it packs a 10.1″ screen, QWERTY keyboard and the latest Intel® Atom™ N435 processor. WAVI Xtion ASUS WAVI Xtion is a sophisticated multi-component technology, and the result of extensive cooperation, innovation and development. While ASUS has been working closely with PrimeSense™ in creating the core technology behind WAVI Xtion, the product also brings to market a host of additional pioneering highlights. Collaboration with AppSide has resulted in the creation of Xtion Portal, and ASUS has also worked with Hillcrest on the highly-interactive Xtion Browser. Bundled game DanceWall™, which gets consumers physically active as they enjoy themselves with family and friends, was developed by Softkinetic Studios. All-in-One ET2700XVT Featuring a 27″ HD display with ultra-wide 178-degree viewing angles, HDMI-in ports, a digital TV tuner and SonicMaster audio, the ASUS All-in-One ET2700XVT is the perfect desktop for any home or office. This is more than a mere monitor – it is a full PC at far less the space requirements of other desktops, with optional 10-point multi-touch that makes it ideal for entertainment applications.
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