News, reviews and articles about tablets and ultra portable computers and accessories.
So you want backup power for your devices when you’re out and about, but you don’t want to go too small because you might need more, or too big (with it’s additional weight and size) because you might need less? The exovault plus from EXOGEAR is a stackable battery pack so that you can customise […]
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Following up on our news item of the leaked specs of the new Lenovo Windows 8 Thinkpad Tablet 2, here’s a Lenovo Sneak Peek. Not a lot of new information in the video however it’s a good visual overview. One thing to note is you won’t be able to use the mini-HDMI when the unit’s docked
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With the announcement of the Microsoft Surface Tablet and with Windows 8 ready to release soon, Techin5 has some leaked specs for the Lenovo Windows 8 Thinkpad Tablet 2. Those of you who follow my posts here will know that I love my Thinkpad Tablet running Android ( see links below), so I’ll be watching this one closely. The Thinkpad
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While the big guys are trying to field tablets in the $200-$250 range, some sellers are introducing 7″ Android tablets in the under-$100 range. The Matrix One is a 7″ Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich) tablet with a Cortex A8 1.5Ghz processor, capacitive screen, 4GB of storage, and 512MB of memory for $89.99. Screen resolution
The Matrix One – Another Sub $100 Android Tablet Read More
“Smart and Tough” is how Casio describes their new Casio Writer Table, which is available in 4 different configurations. Combining a more traditional tablet with pen input, and an even more traditional paper pad, the tablet is aimed at those who haven’t quite fully made the transition to the digital age. Using a front-facing camera,
Casio Paper Writer Tablets Are for People Not Quite Ready to Leave Paper Behind Read More
Microsoft is introducing a line of mice and keyboards optimized for Windows 8. This Wedge Touch Mouse, Microsoft’s smallest mouse, has been designed with tablets in mind. It’s only about 2.4″ X 2.1″, so you could easily slip it in a pocket. The Wedge Touch connects via Bluetooth to your computer or tablet. It has
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Ematic makes a line of value-priced tablets that always keep portability, accessibility, and productivity in mind. Their newest 7″ tablet is called the eGlide 4, and it runs the Android 4.0 “Ice Cream Sandwich” OS. It has a 1GHz processor, 512MB of RAM, and 4GB of internal storage and 5GB of cloud storage. You can
Ematic Introduces Its Latest 7” Android 4.0 Tablet for Only $79.99 Read More
Unlike many “dumber” backup battery packs, the Hyper Juice Plug from Hypershop has dual USB output plugs capable of powering up to 2 devices at once, including 2 tablets. The battery supplies either 10,400 or 15,600mAh, and the 15,600mAh model will extend a new iPad’s (3rd generation) battery life by up to 13 extra hours or fully recharge
HyperJuice Plug Gives You More Power When You Need It Read More
Our friends at WaterField Designs have just announced a nice collection of Google Nexus 7 sized sleeves and cases. There are 7 products that are perfectly sized to hold the new Nexus 7 Android tablet or another similarly sized device such as the Kindle Fire, Barnes & Noble Nook and other 7 inch tablets. The
Google Nexus 7 Sleeve and Case Options Unveiled by WaterField Designs Read More
I managed to get my hands on the Thinkpad Tablet Keyboard Folio Case from Lenovo recently, fairly cheaply. I hadn’t worried about one before as I found that the Tablet was fine without it for my current needs, but the offer was too attractive to knock back. I’ve mentioned in several of my Thinkpad Tablet
Lenovo Thinkpad Tablet Keyboard Folio Case Quick Review Read More
Grace Digital is offering the MatchStick Kindle Fire Speaker and Charging Dock. The MatchStick has 2″ X 3″ full-range stereo speakers with a low-distortion 16W class D digital amplifier. The dock charges the Kindle Fire when connected to AC power. You can tilt the dock 38 – 50 degrees for the best viewing angle, and
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The Styló capacitive stylus from Just Think Design has a unique two-tipped design that caught my eye. I ordered one to add to my growing collection of styluses and received it yesterday. I know that posting a review with only one day of testing is typically not a good idea, but styluses aren’t that complex of a
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There’s been rumours floating around for a while, but finally Google has their Nexus 7 tablet available for pre-order. Based on Google’s latest Android version, Jelly Bean, the 7″ tablet made by ASUS has a Quad Core Tegra 3 processor, a 1280 X 800 screen, 8 hour battery life, and will come in 8 and 16GB
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At a press release today Microsoft announced the Surface Tablet, Microsoft’s foray into the tablet market. The unit is made of lightweight magnesium, has a 10.6″ HD ClearType display with full size USB, 2X2 MIMO Wifi, Display Port, microSDXC, Gorilla Glass screen and a built in kickstand . Much like the Apple Smartcover, screen covers connect via magnets however there’s also the
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I’ve been on a quest to find the perfect Bluetooth keyboard case for the iPad, and I’ve come to the conclusion that the Apple Wireless Keyboard can’t be beat as a travel solution. One big drawback of the Apple keyboard is that it has no function keys to control the iPad. Another is that you
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I’ve gotten to review several Sena cases for my iPad and my MacBook Pro, and I can tell you that they are beautiful, rich, and protective. Now, owners of the Kindle Fire can enjoy the luxury of a Sena Magia Cover with their Amazon tablet. The Magia Cover is handcrafted of European genuine leather with
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The BookWedge inflated wedge is, well, a wedge. A wedge that inflates. At this point you know just about everything you need to know about the product, including its website. I’ll go ahead and prattle on for a few hundred more words anyway, because not only is this a wedge that inflates, it’s actually a
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We told you about the Child Pad from Archos a couple of months ago. This 7″ compact tablet runs Android 4.0 “Ice Cream Sandwich”, and it’s powered by a 1GHz processor and 1GB of RAM. The interface features colored icons and folders, and the tablet is pre-loaded with games (like Angry Birds), apps, and books. You
Archos Alvin and the Chipmunks 3 Themed Child Pad Now Available Read More
This iPad stand folds down to only 0.43″ thick so you can stick it in your gear bag and take it anywhere. The FlipStands tablet stand opens up to hold your iPad in the horizontal or vertical orientation, and there are 20 adjustable viewing “micro” angles plus a dedicated typing position so you can find
FlipStands Multi-adjustable Compact Portable Folding Stand for the iPad and other Tablets Read More
My quest for the best stylus continues as I keep finding new ones that look interesting enough to try. The latest one to glide across my iPad is the Monet stylus from The Joy Factory. Available in Green, Pink or Black, this stylus looks more like a drumstick than a capacitive stylus. Let’s take it
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