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Amazon To Release New 6″ and 7″ Fire HD Entry-Level Tablets

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Budget tablet market begins to hot up, and no one seems to know that better than Amazon. The U.S e-commerce giant today announced two entry-level models for its Fire tablet line, making them the perfect purchase for holiday goers. The new series includes the Fire HD 6 (six-inches diagonal ) and Fire HD 7 (seven-inches diagonal), with both tablets featuring 1280 x 800 resolution displays, as well as 252 ppi and 216 ppi pixel densities respectively.

Amazon Vice President Peter Larsen said  the company is aiming at broadening their target audience but without compromising on quality in any way. “If you get down to those low price points, you start to trade stuff off,” he said. “We hear about it from customers all the time.”

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The two Fire HDs are expected to run under Amazon’s own Fire OS 4 Sangria platform, paired with similar 1.5GHz quad-core processors under the lid (delivering three times much faster graphics processing than previous models) and with Dolby Digital Plus audio, as well as dual camera i.e. both rear and front facing camera for photography and video calls.

The HD 6 price will start at ONLY $99, while the HD 7 is priced as much as last year’s Fire HD model, at $139. Both are said to be available in five different colors, including black, white, fuchsia, cobalt blue and yellow, with shipping to begin in October and pre-orders to start today.

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Amazon Unveils the Kindle Fire HDX 7 and 8.9-inch Tablets

The rumors were there floating all over the web and now the real deal has finally been revealed. Today Amazon has officially announced what we already knew – a new pair of Kindle Fire machines in 7 and 8.9-inch flavors. The new tablets are dubbed as Kindle Fire HDX and run on “Mojito” which is an updated version of the Kindle Fire 3.0 OS. The slate in both cases includes a powerful 2.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor under the hood, and double the RAM at 2GB. Both the sizes are available now for pre-order, with the 7 inch 16GB variant starting at $229 (they ship on October 15) and $329 for the LTE-supported version (will ship on November 14), whereas the 8.9-inch model will retail for $379 (shipping November 7) and $479 for the 4G LTE-version (to be available in December).

The differences between the two models is obviously the size, but the screen is of the same, an HDX display with an astonishing pixel density of 339 ppi and 4 million pixels plus 100% sRGB color accuracy, and dynamic image contrast. The tabets are effectively designed for high performance at very low power. And as a result, the tablets will feature 3x faster processor, 4x faster GPU and 2x the memory, with an All-Day battery life, capable delivering up to 11 hours of mixed use and 17 hours of reading.

The new Kindles are more attractive and better to look at or hold in your hand. For instance, the 8.9” Kindle Fire HDX weighs in only 13.2 ounces, about 34% lighter than last year’s model. In that regard, the new slabs are great for those who like to use them “naked” and show off the shiny little light bar on the back. However, if you want something to keep ’em in when travelling, Amazon is offering a few colorful Origami covers as well. The new covers can fold for both landscape and portrait viewing. 

Both the 7” and 8.9” Kindle Fire HDX flavors boasts a front-facing HD camera for video calling, while the 8.9-inch variant also includes an 8MP shooter on the back. Still in the hardware department, the HDX tablets come standard with only one built-in micro-USB port. In addition, you’ll find a fine pair of stereo speakers, powered by the Dolby advanced audio technology. 

More on the two new tablets, Amazon has also added a new and revolutionary Mayday button to its Quick Settings menu, enabling real-time video tech support. It’s free, and apparently will be available for customers 7 days a week, with activity around the clock. Nice!

As for the software, Amazon has added a new service called the Prime Instant Videos, which basically provides an offline viewing options for members who travel a lot. Amazon has also improved its X-Ray solution for music, by adding lyrics that let you follow along with songs. Karaoke style. On that same note, X-Ray for music and TV now shows a wide range of info, including the list of songs that play in the video, themes, titles, some interesting highlights, and more. The service is powered by the IMDb database, and can also provide a second screen streaming experience.

Finally, Amazon has also updated the 7-inch Kindle Fire HD with a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, and a display that features 1 million pixels and a resolution of 1920×1200 pixels. This one will cost a mere $139 and scheduled to ship on October 2.

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Alleged new Kindle Fire Photo Suggests New Design

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While details are still scarce, word on the street is that Amazon is planning a new, updated Kindle Fire product range, with a particular focus on revamping the external design. If latest leaks from @evleaks prove to be true, the online retail giant is giving its tablets a complete makeover. Not only does it have a bit bigger and slightly curvier bezel around the screen, there is a notable omission of the front facing camera. Which may suggest that we are looking at a standard Kindle Fire version, and not necessarily the Fire HD, which was recently rumored to include a massive 2,560 x 1,600 display resolution, alongside a front 2MP webcam and an Android 4.2.2 for the OS. Other than that, the guys over at BGR claim that we should probably expect at least two different screen sizes (e,g 7, 8.9-inches) to show up in the next aforementioned line, with both models to feature a 2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor under the hood, 2GB of RAM and your choice of 16GB, 32GB or 64GB storage capacities. More details to follow soon.

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Amazon Now Selling The 7-inch and 8.9-inch Kindle Fire HD Tablets in Over 170 Countries

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Amazon announces Kindle Fire HD 7 and 8.9-inch availability in over 170 countries and territories around the globe. The giant online retailer will officially start taking in pre-orders for both slates, starting today, with shipping to begin in a weeks time (edit: June 13). As for pricing, the 1280 by 800 Kindle Fire HD 7 will run up a $214 bill for the 16GB model, or you’ll be able to pick up a Kindle Fire HD 8.9 unit at a mere $284, with a set of premium slab specifications, including  1GB of RAM, a dual-core 1.5 GHz TI OMAP 4470 processor, 32/64GB of internal memory, and 1920 by 1200 of high-res screen resolution. In a new PR release that the company issued, Dave Limp, VP of Amazon Kindle was quoted as saying:

Kindle Fire HD is the #1 best-selling item in the world for Amazon since its launch, and we’re thrilled to make it available to even more customers around the globe today.

And also:

Not only does Kindle Fire feature advanced hardware, it’s also a service. When combined with our content ecosystem, great email and browsing and top-rated customer service, we hope people around the world will agree that Kindle Fire HD is the best tablet for an incredible price.

Whether it is true or not is up to you to make the decision.

 

[Amazon]

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6 Best Android Tablets For 2012

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Android tablets are the cost effective and best for people who are looking forward to get a new tablet and are not fancy about  iPad. Although, there are many other options to go like PlayBook from BlackBerry, HP Tablets and so on, Android is currently the best-selling tablet and it is on the way giving strong competition to Apple devices. Are you wondering to know the best Android tablets for the year 2012? The following Android tablet review list is as follows that help you acknowledge some details on best Android tablets for this year. Take a look after the break.

 

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Amazon Announces New 7-Inch and 8.9-Inch Kindle Fire HD Tablets

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At  Santa Monica, Amazon reveals a new line of Kindle Fire tablets, set to go live in Q4 this year, with 20 percent of extra speed and some other screen resolution and sizes. Amazon announcements always make a big splash, and this year was no exception. Jeff Bezos, the CEO, creative force and founder of Amazon stepped on stage to introduce the world his latest and greatest Android-powered devices.

Besides a new iteration to the good ‘ol Kindle Fire device (which now offers a 7-inch screen, 1GB RAM, bigger battery, and 44 percent more powerful capabilities than the last), the company has launched a whole new Kindle Fire HD series to rival the more recent competition in the mini-tablet market.

First in that group is the 7-inch Kindle Fire HD flavor. A 1280 by 800 high-def resolution device, with 16GB of internal capacity, about 11 hours of battery life, an integrated WiFi and $199 retail cost (ships September 14).

Up next is the 8.9-inch Kindle Fire HD version, that boasts a 1920 by 1200 resolution, alongside a 1GB of RAM, WiFi with two antenna (dual-band MIMO technology), improved battery life results, and a TI OMAP 4470 processor (a Texas Instrument CPU claimed by Bezos to outperform the Tegra 3 Nvidia chip). If you look around the 8.8 millimeters slate, there are two speakers built into the chassis, as well as an HDMI input, and a laminated touch sensor. The 8.9-inch model priced at $299, and ships November 20th.

Last but not least, is the Kindle Fire 4G LTE, Amazon’s $499 tablet that sports a similar 8.9-inch full HD screen, alongside the TI OMAP 4470 CPU, and with 32 gigabytes of internal storage. Amazon is also giving away, as part of the deal, an AT&T data plan of $50 per year in exchange for 250 megabytes of monthly mobile internet data, when this release ships in November 20th.

Additional features on all models, include Whispersync for voice that syncs audio books and text e-books, FreeTime parental control app,  New email app with Exchange support, and X-Ray for movies that brings the power of IMDb directly to your tablets.

Hands on video after the break.

Update: The brand new Kindles are all now available for pre-order from Amazon.

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Video courtesy of laptopmag

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Amazon’s 7-Inch Kindle Fire Tablet Officially Live: Only $199

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We’ve heard the rumours, but now it’s official. Amazon just announced its latest and greatest 7-inch Kindle Fire tablet that will be sporting a powerful dual-core processor inside, along with a 3.5mm jack, 8GB of storage, micro USB hub and an Android platform for the operating system. The most anticipated device, which lacks 3G capabilities, is priced very competitively for such a high quality slab (only $199), and comes with  a 7-inch Gorilla-glass and an IPS panel touchscreen, paired with an integrated WiFi and a wide range of audio/video formats support. Software wise, you’ll be getting a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime, as well as full access to the Kindle books section, the Magazines, the Movies, the TV shows and of course, Google’s online Android Appstore. There’s also an option to connect your device to the big screen whenever you want, and last but certainly not least, Kindle Fire’s release date: November 15th, although we’d truly like to get our hands on it as quickly as possible and grab one for ourselves early before they hit all the stores. Make sure you check out the first commercial video plus full specifications after the break and please stay tuned for plenty stuff more.

Update: We’ve just added a quick Amazon Kindle Fire walkthrough video, courtesy of Thisismynext, so hit the jump and take a look.

 

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HP’s 9.7-inch Palm TouchPad Announced: 1.2GHz dual-core Snapdragon, Beats Audio engine and webOS 3.0 Platform

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We’ve already seen a glimpse of what HP’s 9.7-inch Touchpad device looks like, and today it finally sees an official announcement. And while the tablet itself doesn’t break any design ground, the new webOS 3.0 platform is simply mind blowing. Weighing in at 1.6 pounds and measuring only 13.7mm thick, the Palm TouchPad, which used to be called Topaz, also includes a dual-core 1.2GHz Snapdragon processor, along with a very sharp  9.7-inch 1024 x 768 touchscreen display, an integrated gyroscope, accelerometer, your choice of 16/32GB of internal storage, 802.11b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, A-GPS capabilities, and a 1.3MP front-facing camera, for audio/video conferencing support. Also, as far as music entertainment at this new Hewlett-Packard tablet goes, you get yourself a set of inbuilt stereo speakers, powered by HP’s own Beats audio engine that produces a  ‘Jump Smokers Sound’ that will make you dance, shake and rock.

Software wise, HP/Palm’s webOS 3.0 is beating everything easily so far. Generally speaking, it does kick Apple’s ass in some of the places, and certainly a lot nicer to use than any Android-powered devices we’ve ever had a chance to experience. Not only is the UI slick and geared toward public consumption, it is probably the only one out there to feature a true multitasking, to date (you hear that Apple?). Besides that, there’s a very cool email app preloaded inside, as well as a virtual keyboard, VPN capabilities, touch to share integration, wireless printing, and well established QuickOffice, Google Docs, Dropbox, and Box.net support.

Regretfully, price wasn’t announced yet (someone’s probably waiting for Apple to announce iPad 2 first) and the ship is set for this undetermined “coming this summer,” date…but that doesn’t mean we are any less excited, right?

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Update: We’ve just added another quick hands-on video, courtesy of TechnoBuffalo.

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