Apple's New iPad Available from 16th March, Comes with iOS 5.1
Apple's new iPad has just been announced and it will be available in Singapore from 16th March. Armed with a new 2048 x 1536 screen resolution and a new dual-core Apple A5X processor with a quad-core graphics processor, the upgraded iPad will also be launched with iOS 5.1.
Google Play Replaces Android Market
Google is rolling out a new cloud-based platform, Google Play to replace the Android Market. It will serve as a single platform for books, music, movies and apps. Android devices will receive the update over the coming days.
ASUS Rumored to Build Google Nexus Tablet
ASUS is said to be working with Google on a Nexus-branded 7-inch tablet. Not only will the tablet be priced competitively at US$199, it will also be powered by NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor and Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
Archos Announces 7-inch Android Tablet for Children
Running on the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich platform, the 7-inch Child Pad features a kid-friendly UI with colored icons, home screen folders with direct access to games and puzzles, and is even pre-loaded with Angry Birds, Pig Rush, and Flight Frenzy, just to name a few.
Windows 8 Consumer Preview Available to Download
Windows 8 moves from developer preview, to consumer preview at Mobile World Congress 2012. And if you can't wait to try it out, here's the good news: Windows 8 Consumer Preview is now available to download.
RIM Demonstrates Confetti Concept for PlayBook
At MWC 2012, Research in Motion showcased a concept named Confetti that lets its PlayBook tablet share an extended working space across multiple devices, based purely on its Wi-Fi and camera module.
Intel to Show More Aggressive Presence in Smartphone Scene
Intel is aiming to play a more significant role in the smartphone landscape with its new Atom platforms. In line with this goal, Intel has established partnerships with different device manufacturers and service providers worldwide.
NVIDIA Showcases New Games for Tegra Zone
With more quad-core smartphones and tablets coming right up in 2012, NVIDIA just made an announcement on the gaming front. Expect more games such as Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II and many more optimized for the NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor under Tegra Zone.