Folks at the Download Squad are reporting that Google could be preparing for the launch of the rumored Chrome-OS powered tablet computer on Black Friday this year (November 26). According to sources, the Google tablet shall feature a 1280x720 pixel multi-touch display and a 2GB RAM on a NVIDIA Tegra 2 platform.
The device is expected to be manufactured by HTC and the data services are noted to be offered by Verizon.
As the competition for Apple in the tablet segment heats up, there are several developments on the iPad front as well. Here is a roundup of the latest.
Increasing Adoption for HTML5 Among Web Services
Yahoo has announced the launch of a new HTML5-based email interface for iPad that brings several enhancements that are customized for the device. The new features on Yahoo Mail for iPad include local content caching for offline access, a dual pane interface similar to the iPad's email app and enhancements to the attachment handling, searching and organization functions.
Besides this, Vimeo - the popular video sharing service - has announced a new universal player that is compatible with Apple's iOS devices. The company has said that its new embed code will automatically detect the platform and render videos over a compatible media player.
HBO Content Streaming On iPad
HBO is reported to be bringing their HBO Go web streaming service to the iPad. According to reports on Bloomberg, this new service is expected to be available within six months and will give HBO's current subscribers access to over 800 hours of TV and movie content over their iPad and other mobile devices. The report further notes that Netflix subscribers are unlikely to get access to HBO's content in the near future.
Mini-iPad Launch Rumors
We have heard from several sources in the past about Apple's plans to launch a 7" iPad by early next year. Now in a fresh report, IDG News has backed these rumors and has reported that Taiwanese suppliers have bagged several contracts pertaining to the new iPad. The report also notes that the new iPad shall launch by Christmas of this year.
Verizon Live-Streaming On iPad
Verizon has announced its plans to launch a new video app for the iPad that will allow subscribers of FiOS television and internet service to stream live TV to their iPads. The service is expected to be restricted to the Wi-Fi network and shall release by early next year.
New iPad Commercial Released
Apple has launched a new iPad commercial this week that showcases the tablet as a tool for learning, reading and entertainment. Apple has also posted the new 'iPad is Delicious' ad clip on the company's iPad website. Check out the new ad in the clip embedded below.
[via Bloomberg, PC World, Download Squad, MacRumors]
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I honestly don't believe there will be a smaller iPad. It doesn't make sense and it's not necessary. I'm sure it's just an upgraded hardware model with front facing camera.
No, what you need is your priorities set straight. I have a WiFi iPad 16gb and a iPhone 4 32gb plus a few apple computers. Over the years I've noticed apple has lost touch with their consumers and are now focused on the money. The products they release are crap and they know it. I bought the iPad for my mom a few weeks ago and it's good to keep around the house if someone gets bored they can check their email or hop on youtube but really my whole family hates apple for treating us like cash cows. I mean really the iPad doesn't do anything special but yet they charge us $500 for a screen and a 1ghz possessor. I was watching the original keynote last night from the iPhone 1st generation and the people in the crowd are like children about to die if they didn't get the new apple gadget. I bet if enough of us stopped buying apple products apple would stop producing childish products and restart developing high end computers and laptops. Yes I know I'm a hypocrite because I own a iPhone 4 and an iPad but I only realized this after I purchased them. Apple please if your reading this try to act your age. Don't pretend your crown will last forever. One day you will regret not getting out before you went down with the economy.
Actually Tolga, I'm sorry if I was mean to you I just want for you to make sure you want something that apple wishes you to buy.
Be safe and hide your wallet.
Long but understand where you are coming from. I knew they were milking it when the 3Gs came out. Still don't understand why the iPad didn't have 512mb ram. I'm sure if Android wasn't as popular as it is the iPhone 4 would have just been an upgraded camera, 256mb ram, and less than 1Ghz processor. You would think they wouldn't have any problems with the iPhone 4 since they only release one phone a year but they sure showed us what could go wrong. And I'm not happy with the software upgrades either. Very few major updates or features. Truth be told I believe Android 2.2 is better than iOS and they are even releasing 3.0 later in the year. I am actually very interested to see what they would offer in 3.0. Should be an interesting end of the year with Android 3.0, WP7, MeeGo, and Bada. Some very good competition indeed.
Everyone who has watched gundam 00 will recognize this scenario.
Apple being Celestial being, shaking up the mobile phone industry by taking a huge leap forward. In the first few years the competition can't keep up but after that they'll gain the same and sometimes even better technology…this is where Apple's role is supposed to end (as it did in the end of Gundam 00 season 2).
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I understand, thanx for your concern.
It's a shame that Steve Job is a jerk, for example: iPhone 4G <— FAIL. That's why I still kept my 3Gs in my pocket. I wanted to buy the iPad, but I also need time because it's expensive for me as a student. So when I saw this news, I got somehow attracted to it.
Thank you for your concern, I will think twice before I buy a new product from apple.
Now that is just stupid grow up jackwagon .
Now that is just stupid grow up jackwagon .
Could you be any more of a looser! Get a life dick head.
The iPad is definitely too dear but I like what it does. For the iPad haters I suggest they stop moaning and buy an alternative. The wee pad specs sound good although the price ain't much different. I would welcome a 7" iPad if they could lower the price by say £100. It would definitely be much more portable and for people who don't like carrying around a brick it would be a much better choice.