Microsoft shows the Iconia W3 in latest ad against Apple’s iPad Mini

By Vijay @ 08:22am

Microsoft recently released its latest commercial, published on the WindowsVideos YouTube channel, addresses the small tablet competition – namely, the iPad Mini. Taking the Acer Iconia W3 to the ring, the video shows off some of the cool features a tablet sports when running Windows 8.

The Acer Iconia W3 is a recent attempt by the manufacturer. Powering a full version of Windows 8, the Intel Atom processor combined with the loaded software allows you to install all your favourite x86 programs. As the footage boasts, you can enjoy some Halo, after working hard on word processing – it’s a real PC.

Not to mention the pricing. $429 for iPad Mini or $299 for the Iconia W3? Both have 32GB storage, but are worlds apart in terms of functionality.

Source: YouTube

Asus Fonepad with 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Z2460 processor, 32GB internal storage now available in India for Rs. 17999(Updated with more photos)

By Vijay @ 11:25pm

Asus launched the Fonepad in India with 3G data support and voice calling capabilities back in April.

Later the Fonepad was upgraded with a more powerful processor and 32GB internal storage in May.

Now the new Fonepad(ie upgraded one) is available from online retailer Flipkart. Apart from the processor and the internal memory, the new Fonepad has similar features including a 7-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) IPS display, 3-megapixel auto focus rear camera with 720p HD video recording, 1.2-megapixel front-facing camera and runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean).

The Intel Atom chip was used in the Xolo X500, Xolo X900, X910 and ZTE Grand X IN.

New Asus Fonepad Specifications

• 7-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) capacitive touch screen IPS display
• 1.6 GHz Intel Atom Z2460 processor with PowerVR SGX540 GPU
• Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) OS(little dissappointment)
• 3MP auto focus rear camera with 720p HD video recording
• 1.2MP front-facing camera
• 1GB RAM, 32 GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 32GB with microSD
• 3G HSPA with voice calling, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Blueooth 3.0, GPS
• 10.4mm thick and weighs 340 grams
• 4270 mAh battery

The upgraded Asus Fonepad is priced at Rs. 17,999 and comes in Champagne Gold color. It is expected to be officially launched in India later this week.

Source: Flipkart, Fonearena