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Windows 8 Tablets to look out for in 2012

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BANGALORE, INDIA: Windows 8 is one operating system that needs no introduction. The Windows 8 is expected to herald the beginning of a new digital revolution. Windows 8 is expected to introduce some never before seen functionality on gadgets especially tablet computers ( which are must haves in today's world). The best Windows 8 tablets are slated to come out.

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In sync with this, we provide a list of Windows 8 tablets that you an expect this year and which are in turn expected to take the digital word by storm after their release.

Here goes the list:

1) Microsoft Surface Tablet:

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Perhaps the most expected gadget of the year, the Microsoft Surface is expected to offer stiff competition to another revolutionary gadget, the Apple new iPad. The Surface tablet is expected to come with a mind blowing user interface and latest features to make the users' experience more interesting and intuitive. Some of its rumored features and specifications are:

  • Windows 8 RT version
  • 32 GB and 64 GB storage options available
  • 10.6inch display screen
  • USB 2.0, MicroSD connectivity offered and supported
  • Nvidia Tegra 3 processor

2) Acer Iconia W510:



Another highly anticipated Windows 8 tablet, the Acer Iconia is best suited for both work and entertainment purposes. Plus its light-weight body makes it all the more desirable.

Some of the rumored features and specifications of the Acer Iconia W510 are as follows:

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  • battery backup of 18 hrs
  • Dual cameras ( including an 8 MP rear camera with LED Flash rear camera)
  • An Intel Processor to speed up computing
  • Capacitive Multi-Touchscreen display
  • LCD screen Backlit by LED
  • Tri-Mode feature that enables people to touch, type along with enabling them to switch to view mode simultaneously

3) Lenovo Thinkpad 2:

The Lenovo Thinkpad 2 is rumored to release along with the launch of the Windows 8 OS. This launch is slated to take place in October this year. The tablet supposedly comes loaded with features and specifications. Some of its rumored features and specs are:

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  • 64 GB internal storage area
  • Dual cameras
  • Dual Core processor for efficient computing
  • Light Weight body which offers the gadget portability
  • Windows Operating system
  • 10 hr battery backup
  • 10.1 inch IPS display screen

4) Asus Tablet 600:

The Asus Tablet 600 is rumored to serve“traditional desktop environments” as it will provide an optional keyboard for users preferring the conventional computer interface.

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  • A look at some of its rumored features and technical specs:

  • 10.1 inch display screen along with a multi-touch screen
  • 8 Mega-Pixel rear facing camera
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  • 2 GB RAM
  • Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity supported along with Wi-Fi and USB 2.0
  • Tegra 3 quad core processor along with Nvidia 12 core GPU
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    5) HP Slate 8 tablet:

    Rumored to run on the Windows 8 Professional operating system, the HP Slate 8 offers the best functionality to users apart from latest features. These rumored features ( that are likely to become a reality) are :

    • Windows 8 operating system

  • Approximately 8 hrs battery backup
  • 10.1inch display screen
  • Options that users can sue for Outdoor Viewing as well
  • Light Weight body
  • In addition to the above list, a Nokia Lumia tablet is also reportedly in the offing. If this also becomes a reality, then the above list is sure to get a huge boost. Don't you think so?

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