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itablet Launched

itablet, a new generation of Windows-based tablet computers is landing. First announced back in February 2010 when it created a storm of media interest, itablet was officially launched at the CES Show in Las Vegas on 6th January 2011. The company behind itablet is AHX Global, a joint venture between X2 Computing and AMtek Systems.

itablet has a 10.1" widescreen capacitive touchscreen and an integrated graphics processor that delivers high quality images at up to 1024x600 resolution in either landscape or portrait formats. A large onscreen keyboard makes inputting text a simple process and, with 32GB storage capacity, itablet has plenty of room to download and store important documents, pictures, films, music, games, e-books, news and other content. The integrated SD card reader enables photographs and other files to be viewed or uploaded and an HDMI output provides high quality playback of HD video and pictures through larger TV screens. Audio playback can be through the built-in stereo speakers or stereo headphones.

itablet is fully equipped with Bluetooth and 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi networking enabling users to easily connect to wireless networks to download and edit files or access the internet. itablet enables users to surf the Internet, with full Flash compatibility, using their choice of browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox and Opera. An integrated 2 mega-pixel webcam and microphone are also included for video and VoIP conferencing applications.

itablet is preloaded with Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium and a trial version of Microsoft Office 2010 making it a compelling proposition for users wishing to share data with their existing Windows-based systems and networks. Powered by an Intel Atom Z530 1.6GHz processor with 2GB DDR2 SDRAM, multiple applications can be run simultaneously, something that cannot be achieved with other commonly used operating systems. itablet is also equipped with two integrated USB 2.0 ports, giving users the flexibility to connect a wide range of peripheral devices including external hard drives, keyboards, printers, scanners, cameras, mice, etc. With dimensions of 271x163x16mm it weighs under 1kg.

AHX Global also launched the W10І which is powered by an Intel Atom Z510 1.3GHz processor with 1GB DDR2 SDRAM running Windows 7 Starter Edition. It shares the same features as the W10№ but does not have a webcam or HDMI output. Deliveries of the Windows itablets will start in March.



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