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{{Short description|Android tablet computer}} |
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| name = ViewSonic G Tablet |
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| caption = G-Tab in recovery mode. |
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| developer = [[ViewSonic]] |
| developer = [[ViewSonic]] |
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| manufacturer = [[ViewSonic]] |
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| type = [[Tablet computer|Tablet]] |
| type = [[Tablet computer|Tablet]] |
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| releasedate = {{start date and age|2010|11|01}}<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://androidandme.com/2010/11/tablet/viewsonics-tegra-2-tablet-on-sale-now-at-sears-for-379/ |title=Viewsonic's Tegra 2 tablet on sale now at Sears for $379 |date=1 November 2010 |publisher=androidandme.com |access-date=20 Dec 2010}}</ref> |
| releasedate = {{start date and age|2010|11|01}}<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://androidandme.com/2010/11/tablet/viewsonics-tegra-2-tablet-on-sale-now-at-sears-for-379/ |title=Viewsonic's Tegra 2 tablet on sale now at Sears for $379 |date=1 November 2010 |publisher=androidandme.com |access-date=20 Dec 2010}}</ref> |
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The '''ViewSonic G Tablet''' is an [[Android (operating system)|Android]]-based tablet produced by [[ViewSonic]] Corporation, a manufacturer and provider of visual technology. It first appeared for consumer purchase at [[Sears]] on 1 November 2010. |
The '''ViewSonic G Tablet''' is an [[Android (operating system)|Android]]-based tablet produced by [[ViewSonic]] Corporation, a manufacturer and provider of visual technology. It first appeared for consumer purchase at [[Sears]] on 1 November 2010. |
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At release, it was equipped with [[Android Froyo|Android 2.2 Froyo]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.slashgear.com/viewsonic-g-tablet-features-android-2-2-nvidia-tegra-2-16102749/ |title=ViewSonic G Tablet Features Android 2.2 & NVIDIA Tegra 2 |author=Evan Selleck |access-date=20 Dec 2010}}</ref> |
At release, it was equipped with [[Android Froyo|Android 2.2 Froyo]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.slashgear.com/viewsonic-g-tablet-features-android-2-2-nvidia-tegra-2-16102749/ |title=ViewSonic G Tablet Features Android 2.2 & NVIDIA Tegra 2 |author=Evan Selleck |date=16 September 2010 |access-date=20 Dec 2010}}</ref> |
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The tablet also features a 10.1-inch (257 mm) TFT-LCD touchscreen, Wi-Fi capability, a 1.0 GHz Nvidia Tegra 2 dual-core processor and 1.3 megapixel [[front-facing camera]]. |
The tablet also features a 10.1-inch (257 mm) TFT-LCD touchscreen, Wi-Fi capability, a 1.0 GHz Nvidia Tegra 2 dual-core processor and 1.3 megapixel [[front-facing camera]]. |
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This tablet comes with [[Android Froyo|Android 2.2 (Froyo)]] with the custom ViewSonic User Interface overlay (TapNTap). |
This tablet comes with [[Android Froyo|Android 2.2 (Froyo)]] with the custom ViewSonic User Interface overlay (TapNTap). |
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The tablet does not come with [[Android market|Android Market]] pre-installed and there is no [[Adobe Flash]] support out of the box despite having the [[Adobe Flash]] logo on the product packaging. However, a statement on the G Tablet's |
The tablet does not come with [[Android market|Android Market]] pre-installed and there is no [[Adobe Flash]] support out of the box despite having the [[Adobe Flash]] logo on the product packaging. However, a statement on the G Tablet's official product page states that "a version of the Adobe Flash Player Application will be available by December 19, 2010. |
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"Owners of the G Tablet will receive an automatic notice that the plug-in is available for download to further expand their web access and entertainment." |
"Owners of the G Tablet will receive an automatic notice that the plug-in is available for download to further expand their web access and entertainment." |
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{{Further|Android rooting}} |
{{Further|Android rooting}} |
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The Viewsonic G Tablet is also capable of running later versions of Android. [[CyanogenMod]] is a very popular aftermarket [[firmware]] available for the G Tablet, and brings it up to [[Android Gingerbread|Android 2.3 Gingerbread]]. Other firmware images available for the G Tablet include |
The Viewsonic G Tablet is also capable of running later versions of Android. [[CyanogenMod]] is a very popular aftermarket [[firmware]] available for the G Tablet, and brings it up to [[Android Gingerbread|Android 2.3 Gingerbread]]. Other firmware images available for the G Tablet include Flashback, which run [[Android Honeycomb|Android 3.0 Honeycomb]] and TeamDRH ICS, which runs [[Android Ice Cream Sandwich|Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich]]. TeamDRH has released their Dirty-Bean ROM, based on [[Android Jelly Bean|Android 4.1 Jelly Bean]], which is still considered an [[Software_release_life_cycle#Alpha|alpha]] release. |
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==Critical reception== |
==Critical reception== |
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The tablet has received largely negative reviews since its release, mainly citing its poor performance on vertical viewing angles and poor user interface.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.laptopmag.com/review/tablets/viewsonic-g-tablet.aspx#axzz18cSbj8JK |title=ViewSonic G Tablet |author=Avram Piltch |date=3 Dec 2010 |access-date=20 Dec 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.netbooknews.com/12883/viewsonic-g-tablet-unboxed-and-reviewed/ |title=ViewSonic G Tablet Unboxed and Reviewed |access-date=20 Dec 2010}}</ref> However, reviewers also noted that its relatively low price tag may be a draw for consumers. On 23 December 2010, Viewsonic released a software update that allowed use of the standard Android interface.<ref name=":0">{{cite web |url=http://www1.viewsonic.com/gtablet/faq.htm |title=Meet the ViewSonic gtablet - News |access-date=28 May 2013}}</ref> |
The tablet has received largely negative reviews since its release, mainly citing its poor performance on vertical viewing angles and poor user interface.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.laptopmag.com/review/tablets/viewsonic-g-tablet.aspx#axzz18cSbj8JK |title=ViewSonic G Tablet |author=Avram Piltch |date=3 Dec 2010 |access-date=20 Dec 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.netbooknews.com/12883/viewsonic-g-tablet-unboxed-and-reviewed/ |title=ViewSonic G Tablet Unboxed and Reviewed |access-date=20 Dec 2010}}</ref> However, reviewers also noted that its relatively low price tag may be a draw for consumers. On 23 December 2010, Viewsonic released a software update that allowed use of the standard Android interface.<ref name=":0">{{cite web |url=http://www1.viewsonic.com/gtablet/faq.htm |title=Meet the ViewSonic gtablet - News |access-date=28 May 2013 |archive-date=3 August 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130803192541/http://www1.viewsonic.com/gtablet/faq.htm |url-status=dead }}</ref> |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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* [[List of Android devices]] |
* [[List of Android devices]] |
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* [[List of Android OS-related topics]] |
* [[List of Android OS-related topics]] |
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* [[List of |
* [[List of free and open-source Android applications]] |
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* [[Comparison of tablet computers]] |
* [[Comparison of tablet computers]] |
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* [[iPad]] |
* [[iPad]] |
Latest revision as of 19:07, 17 April 2024
Developer | ViewSonic |
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Manufacturer | ViewSonic |
Type | Tablet |
Release date | November 1, 2010[1] |
Discontinued | yes |
Units sold | 200,000 worldwide. |
Operating system | Android 2.2 "Froyo" |
CPU | 1 GHz Nvidia Tegra 2 - Dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 CPU |
Memory | 512 MB |
Storage | 16 GB internal Flash memory (expandable up to 32 GB via SD Card) |
Display | 10.1" TFT-LCD multi touch capacitive screen with LED driver system and 1024x600 resolution |
Sound | Built-in 2 x 1-watt stereo speakers, microphone, headset jack |
Input | Multi-touch screen |
Camera | 1.3 MP AF camera |
Connectivity | Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, mini-USB (Host), USB 2.0 (Slave) |
Power | 3,650 mAh battery |
Dimensions | 6.8 in (170 mm) (h) 10.5 in (270 mm) (w) 0.54 in (14 mm) (d) |
Mass | 1.55 lb (700 g) |
Related | ViewSonic Viewpad 10 |
Website | web |
The ViewSonic G Tablet is an Android-based tablet produced by ViewSonic Corporation, a manufacturer and provider of visual technology. It first appeared for consumer purchase at Sears on 1 November 2010.
At release, it was equipped with Android 2.2 Froyo.[2]
The tablet also features a 10.1-inch (257 mm) TFT-LCD touchscreen, Wi-Fi capability, a 1.0 GHz Nvidia Tegra 2 dual-core processor and 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera.
Hardware
[edit]The tablet is enclosed in a black plastic body and weighs a total of 700 g (1.55 lb). The capacitive screen has a 1024×600 resolution and supports multi-touch. The device also has a flash internal storage of 16 GB and can be expanded via a microSD card. Moreover, the tablet comes with two USB ports: one is a USB mini-B 5-pin port, used for connecting the tablet to a computer with the included cable for data transfer; the other is a USB A-type port, used for attaching peripheral devices. In addition to its Nvidia Tegra 2 dual-core 1.0 GHz processor, the ViewSonic G Tablet comes with 512 MB of RAM. It does not support haptic feedback or vibrating alerts.
The tablet has a 1.3 MP front-facing camera for video calling and 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR connectivity. It also has a dock port for a future docking station or other accessories. The battery will give it 8 to 10 hours of battery life.[3]
The SMB-A1002 model is manufactured by Malata which is the ODM.
Software
[edit]This tablet comes with Android 2.2 (Froyo) with the custom ViewSonic User Interface overlay (TapNTap).
The tablet does not come with Android Market pre-installed and there is no Adobe Flash support out of the box despite having the Adobe Flash logo on the product packaging. However, a statement on the G Tablet's official product page states that "a version of the Adobe Flash Player Application will be available by December 19, 2010.
"Owners of the G Tablet will receive an automatic notice that the plug-in is available for download to further expand their web access and entertainment."
On 23 December 2010, Viewsonic released a software update that allowed use of the standard Android interface.[4]
On April 18, 2011, an update to the G Tablet's software was sent over the air that added the Adobe Flash Player, as well as enabling support for USB peripherals.[5]
The Viewsonic G Tablet is also capable of running later versions of Android. CyanogenMod is a very popular aftermarket firmware available for the G Tablet, and brings it up to Android 2.3 Gingerbread. Other firmware images available for the G Tablet include Flashback, which run Android 3.0 Honeycomb and TeamDRH ICS, which runs Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. TeamDRH has released their Dirty-Bean ROM, based on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, which is still considered an alpha release.
Critical reception
[edit]The tablet has received largely negative reviews since its release, mainly citing its poor performance on vertical viewing angles and poor user interface.[6][7] However, reviewers also noted that its relatively low price tag may be a draw for consumers. On 23 December 2010, Viewsonic released a software update that allowed use of the standard Android interface.[4]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Viewsonic's Tegra 2 tablet on sale now at Sears for $379". androidandme.com. 1 November 2010. Retrieved 20 Dec 2010.
- ^ Evan Selleck (16 September 2010). "ViewSonic G Tablet Features Android 2.2 & NVIDIA Tegra 2". Retrieved 20 Dec 2010.
- ^ "gTablet". Archived from the original on December 12, 2010. Retrieved 20 Dec 2010.
- ^ a b "Meet the ViewSonic gtablet - News". Archived from the original on 3 August 2013. Retrieved 28 May 2013.
- ^ Melanson, Donald. "Viewsonic G Tablet gets firmware update with Flash, USB peripheral support". Engadget.com. Engadget. Retrieved 26 April 2011.
- ^ Avram Piltch (3 Dec 2010). "ViewSonic G Tablet". Retrieved 20 Dec 2010.
- ^ "ViewSonic G Tablet Unboxed and Reviewed". Retrieved 20 Dec 2010.