Refreshed: Samsung Tab 3

Heres Sammy... Samsung refreshed Tab 3 Line with 8 inch and 10 inch models.

Here are summary of specs

8 inch
WXGA TFT 1280 x 800 (189 PPI)
1.5 GHz dual-core processor
16/32GB of internal storage.
1.5GB of RAM
5-megapixel rear-facing
1.3-megapixel front-facing
4,450 mAh battery

10 inch
1280 x 800 (149 PPI) WXGA TFT display
1.6 GHz Intel dual-core processor
1GB of RAM
16/32GB of internal storage
3-megapixel rear-facing
1.3-megapixel camera
6,800 mAh battery

Android 4.2.2

It must be noted the 10 inch Tab 3 is being powered by Intel. No word on pricing and release. so stay tune.

Source:
theverge.com

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Asus Memo Pad HD7, Price Popping

Well it is to say "Tablet Galore" at Computex 2013 would be an understatement. Anyways here is yet another tablet by Asus an HD update on their Memo Pad. This Identical twin of Nexus 7 has a Quad-core A7 CPU on board and 7-inch 1280 x 800 HD IPS display with a 5MP rear camera and 1.2 MP front. It will be launched in vibrant colors that pops as well as at an eye-popping price of $129 (8GB) -149 (16GB). No word on the release dates, hopefully it arrives soon or whether it will arrive in the Philippine Market.

***Update it will be release in the UK in August. Since we are just an island away it should arrive sooner than latter.

Sources:

theverge.com

engadget.com - Asus Memo Pad HD Computex

engadget.com - UK August release

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Asus Fonepad Note, Noteworthy

ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih introduces Fonepad Note, noteworthy rivaling Sammy Galaxy Note II at Computex 2013. He describes the device as a "perfect balance between play and work activities". It has a 6 inch Super IPS + display powered by 1.6Ghz Intel Atom Z2560, 2GB Ram and a sporting 8MP camera. Theres no LTE here but it is DC-HSPA+. See photos:

Will wait for further updates this June for price and releases.

Sources

androidcentral.com

engadget.com

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MSI Primo 81 iPad Mini Ka look-alike

MSI introduces yet another contender for the iPad Mini, its Primo 81 Tablet. From the looks alone it resembles the Ipad Mini, see side by side picture courtesy of engadget.com:

Specs

7.85inch IPS LCD display 1024×768 pixels

Allwinner A31S quad-core processor

1GB RAM

16GB internal storage

WiFi 802.11 b/g/n

Android 4.2 Jellybean

Li-Ion 3500mAh battery

Some of you readers might be unfamiliar with the Allwiner processor but then again it is an indication that this tab might cost less hopely. This may be competitive with Acer's Iconia A1 Tab. No word if it ever it will be release in the Philippines so fingers crossed.

Sources:
engadget.com

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Spotted Acer Iconia 8inch Android and Windows Tablets

Acer produces 8inch tablets for Android and Windows Platform officially announced during Computex 2013.

Acer Iconia A1

This Android sports a 7.9 inch IPS screen powered by 1.2 Ghz Quad core processor, 1 GB Ram, and 8gb or 16gb internal storage. Romurs it will also release with LTE, 3G, and Wifi only models. The A1 would be put against Ipad Mini and Nexus 7 at $169-199 price tag.

***Update. The Acer A1 has been seen via MSI-ECS Philippines e-catalog  see here:

Being a major distributor of gadgets, I guess its safe to say they will bring it to Philippine shore hopefully by June or July...

Sources:

engadget.com

liliputing.com

Acer Iconia W3

Acer is bringing the Windows 8 experience in its 8inch Iconcia W3, a first. It has an 1.8Ghz Intel Atom chip, a 32gb or 64gb internal storage, Front and Rear Camera, Micro HDMI, Micro USB and headphones. For heavy typing, you could do well with bluetooth keyboard dock. It is priced at $379 but doesn't say for what model.

Sources:

engadget.com

theverge.com

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