Apple iPad 3 is all set to launch in India - a whizz-bang gadget

The new Apple iPad (iPad 3), which was launched on March 16 this year, is all set to arrive in India. Apple Inc has announced that the much whizz-bang gadget will be surfaced in India on April 27, 2012. 

The Running on A5X processor, the iPad 3 will come with a new display with 2048x1536p resolution. The new avatar of ipad 5 megapixel rear camera, a back-illuminated sensor, a 5 element lens called iSight and a front camera named Facetime camera. The impressive camera allows users to shoot videos in high definition (HD)

Let’s go through the specs of Apple iPad 3:

Operating System	iOS 5.1
Processor/CPU	Dual-core 1GHz Cortex-A9
GPU	Quad-core graphics
Camera	5MP main cam, VGA front cam, HD video recording 1080p@30fps
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.0

Expected price of iPad 3 in India: Rs. 30,500

7 Blunders of iPad 3 – Apple’s iPad 3 isn’t “fault-free”

In a very short span, the new iPad from Apple received overwhelming response from consumers but it isn’t free from faults. It sets record selling of 3 million units in just 3 days of launch and now it is facing negative publicity because of some imperfections. Let’s know where the new technology angel – the iPad 3 is lagging behind in satisfying demanding customers. 

Heating problem – Large number of iPad populace complaint that the tablet heats up fast while charging. Some of the journos found the device touching the temperature of 47 degree while reviewing and comparing with iPad2, which was found attaining a temperature of 39 degree while charging. 

Network connection issue – The new iPad 3 is now companioning iPhone 4S in networking issue. iPad 3 reportedly does not y connect to WiFi networks smoothly. It gives a week signal.

Extensive charging time – Apple’s iPad 3 required as much as six hours to fully charge its battery, which is the longest duration among top tablets. However, this is also a book – the device has one of the best battery backup times. 

Bigger apps require more space – iPad comes with a retina display which has better resolution. So, the apps for this tablet will be bigger in size (MB) and thus, will require more space. As iPad does not offer free slots for memory for memory expansion, buyers have to go for bigger storage version, say 32GB or 64GB. 

Built quality - USA based warranty provider 'SquareTrade' alleged that the new iPad is fragile than the iPad2. iPad 3 can get entirely smashed when dropped from shoulder height.

No Face Time – Till date, Face Time is the best video calling app. It offers great call quality. The users are happy as they are not experiencing dropped calls, leggy signals, or out-of-sync video and audio but the new iPad doesn't support Facetime on LTE network.

No place for Siri – Siri is a voice assistant app known for revolutionizing the way human interact with the mobile device but this hi-tech revolution is far away from this revolutionary element.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 620 or Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus – available in India

The new generation Samsung Galaxy Tab is now available in India. The new tablet is named as Samsung Galaxy Tab 620 or Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus in India. It runs on Android 3.2 Honeycomb and is packed with packed with loads of hardware. The software improvement in the device has made in ace in the world of tablet. The Samsung has priced it for Rs. 26, 499.

Initially, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus has come with 16GB storage but it is expected that 32GB model will come soon.

Features

7” PLS LCD touchscreen display, 600 x 1024 pixels, 16M colors

1.2 GHz Dual Core processor

Samsung TouchWiz UX user interface

Up to 64GB memory expansion

Connectivity - Wi-Fi (hotspot functionality), Bluetooth 3.0, 3G

3MP AF camera with LED flash, 2MP front camera

The device will be soon available on www.saholic.com

In budget – the Tablet revolution

Tablets are changing our world.  There is no question that we are seeing a great shift in the technology. Remember the days 20 years back, when we were happy with computer at home and now we are playing with portable tablet computer. Technological environment has changed drastically in last two years. It is to note that the tablet world was started by Apple with iPad, available for around Rs 26,000 in India. Now, there are many players in the market. Tablets are available with gamut of features and in various price ranges. Interestingly, a London base company DataWind with the IIT, Rajasthan has developed tablet just of Rs 2500, called as Aakash tablet. Quad, an Indian company based in Hyderabad is manufacturing the product.

List of tablets that fit into your small budget

Aakash tablet:

It is world's ultra low cost Tablet PC. Price – Rs 2,500. For applications, the Aakash will have access to Getjar, in place of Android Market.

Highlights:

Android Froyo v 2.2

2100 mAh , 1.5 hours battery life

Arm11 – 366 Mhz processor

256MB RAM

WiFi

Wespro Touch Sceen Tablet PC with 3G

It is 7" Touch Screen LCD display Tablet PC, which works with 3G and Wi-Fi. Its price is Rs 5,999. The device is available in White color.

Highlights: Google Android 2.2 OS, Flash Player, Wi-Fi, Multimedia, Email, Camera, VIA8650 800MHz processor, 256MB DDR RAM

Binatone Home Surf Touch Android Tablet

It is an 8.0” inch Android tablet. Its price is Rs. 8,995

Highlights: Google Android Donut v1.6, 667MHz processor, 128MB RAM, 2GB memory, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g

Reliance 3G Tab Android Tablet

Reliance has coined its tablet with attractive data plan. However, the tablet is also available without the data plan. Its price is Rs 12,999 without any data plan.

Highlights: Android Gingerbread, 7” capacitive touch display, ARM Processor, 512MB RAM, Mobile TV, voice/video calling feature, 2 Megapixel Camera + Front VGA Camera ,up to 32 GB Memory Card (4GB Included),  Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth, GPS with Maps, Facebook, Twitter, Gmail, IM

Spice Tab Mi-720

Spice Tab Mi-720 is a 7 inch tablet with voice calling feature. It has 2MP primary and VGA secondary camera. It offers 3G, Wi-Fi & USB connectivity. Its price is Rs 12,999. For review of Spice Mi-720 Click.

Highlights: Android v2.2 (Froyo), 256 MB RAM, 800 MHz processor, 2MP primary, VGA secondary camera, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, voice calling, video calling

Spice Tab Mi-720 is available at http://www.saholic.com/tablets/spice-tab-mi-720-1002101

Aakash Tablet is available on sale online. If you also want to get a tablet for just @Rs.2500, place an order. You can also wait for Aakash's new commerical version - Ubislate 7. Its will have faster processor and its price will be Rs. 3000

A new player in tablet world - Dell Latitude ST tablet

After Dell Streak and Dell Streak 7”, Dell has unveiled its Dell Latitude ST tablet to stay in the tablet PC race. Right now it is difficult to predict the winner in the tablet PC race as there are many competitors. But it is for sure that Apple is leading the race with its iPad 2. However, Samsung’s Galaxy Tab 10.1 and BlackBerry Playbook have also acquired good market share in the tablet world. Motorola Xoom, HTC Flyer, and Spice Tab Mi-720 are also playing big. 

New Dell Latitude ST tablet falls in the Latitude series. Dell Latitude ST tablet features 10.1” multi-touch display along with Intel Atom Z760 1.5 GHz processor and 2GB RAM. The device runs on Microsoft Windows 7 and promise a 6 hours of battery life. Weighing only 816gm, it is easy to carry Dell Latitude ST tablet wherever you go. 

The Dell has price it for Rs 36,000

Tablets on the Rise

We’re at the point now where Internet has become a part of our life. In fact, I find no exaggeration when one compares the Internet with the blood and device connecting Internet such as computer, tablets, and mobile phones with the vein. In this Scenario, one cannot think of a world without Internet. People need Internet in all strata of life. They love to stay connected all the time – in office, at home and even while traveling. People can manage to have Internet connection at home and office using their laptops or desktop computers, but it is difficult to carry bulky laptops all the time on travel. Therefore, small and compact tablets are being launched at ever- accelerating pace. 

Most of the mobile manufacturing companies have entered the race of launching tablets. At present, Samsung, Motorola, Dell, HTC, Apple, and BlackBerry have launched tablets. Let’s see when the monster of mobile market, Nokia is going to launch “Nokia Tablet”. The consumers are also expecting the launch of tabled from the home of LG, Spice, Micromax, etc.

One thing that people need to know that tablet is not a phone. Some tablets are coming with calling feature (Samsung Galaxy Tab, Dell Streak) and some are without calling feature (Motorola Xoom, BlackBerry PlayBook).  So, one must keep this fact into account when buying a tablet that he/she wants a tablet cum phone like Samsung Galaxy Tab and Dell Streak or just tablet – BlackBerry PlayBook and Motorola Xoom. 

The developers are putting effort in developing dedicated Operating Systems for tablets. Android developers have developed “Honeycomb” especially for tablets. However, some tablets are there with Android Froyo as well. The tablets are incorporated with fast speed processor for multitasking and fast web browsing experience. 

Tablets available in Indian Market:

Samsung Galaxy Tab

HTC Flyer

BlackBerry PlayBook

Apple’ iPad

Motorola Xoom 

Dell Streak