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Sony Tablet
ManufacturerSony
Product familySony Tablet
TypeTablet computer
Release dateUS: September 16, 2011; 13 years ago (2011-09-16)[1][2]
Introductory priceUS$499-599[3]
Operating systemAndroid 3.1 Honeycomb[4]
CPUNvidia Tegra 2, dual core, 1000 MHz[5][6]
Memory1 GB[5]
Storage16/32 GB[5]
Soundinternal speakers
InputMulti-touch touchscreen display[5]
CameraRear: 5.0 MP
Front: 0.3 MP
ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
3G HSDPA/HSUPA[7]
Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR
Infrared
DLNA
PowerLi-ion battery, 5000 mAh,
8:35 hours[8]
Online servicesAndroid Market,[9] Qriocity, Reader Store, PlayStation Suite
Websitesony.com/tablet

Sony Tablet (former code names Sony S1 and Sony S2) is the brand name of a series of tablet computers[10] which run Google's operating system Android 3.1 Honeycomb.[9] They were informally announced on 26 April 2011, using the code names, by the Sony Corporation in the Sony IT Mobile Meeting.[11][12] They feature touchscreens, two cameras (a rear-facing 5 MP, a front-facing 0.3 MP), infrared sensor, Wi-Fi. They support PlayStation Suite, DLNA, and are 3G/4G compatible. They will retail for US$499-599.[3][13] In Europe, prices will start at €499. To increase the number of apps available and provide marketing support for both tablets, Sony and Adobe Systems will hold a $200,000 competition targeting app developers.[14] The series was formally launched in Berlin and Tokyo on 31 August 2011.[15]

History

On April 26, 2011, Sony announced that it would be developing two Android tablets, codenamed S1 and S2. The S1 (which became the Tablet S) was said to be "optimized for rich media entertainment" while the S2 (later Tablet P) would be "ideal for mobile communication and entertainment".[16]

Promotional videos

On 15 June 2001, Sony released the first in a series of five videos titled "Two Will", promoting and featuring the Tablets in an elaborately designed Rube Goldberg Machine.[17] The episodes are entitled:

  • Prologue
  • The First Impression
  • Going smoothly
  • Filled with fun
  • Together anywhere

A video containing the full story is also available.[18]M

Tablet S

Main article: Sony Tablet S

The Sony Tablet S (former code name Sony S1) has one 9.4-inch (240 mm) touchscreen display in a slate layout, and a unique wrap design inspired by the way some persons fold magazines while reading them. In landscape orientation, the unit along the top is about three times thicker than along the bottom, forming a mild slant.[8][19] It was released on 11 September 2011, as the first available member of the Sony Tablet series.[5] The suggested retail prices are $499 for the 16 GB model and $599 for the 32 GB model.[3] In early reviews in late 2011, the units compared favorably to similar high-end tablets.[20]

Tablet P

Sony Tablet P


Sony Tablet P, open and closed top views
TypeTablet computer, clamshell
Introductory price$599[10]
Displaytwo 5.5 in (14 cm) 1024x480 px[6]
Dimensions180 mm (7.1 in) H
158 mm (6.2 in) W
14 mm (0.55 in) D thickest[6]
Mass372 g (0.820 lb)[6]

The Sony Tablet P (former code name Sony S2) has two 5.5-inch (140 mm) touchscreen interoperating displays joined in a hinged clamshell layout.[21] It will be released late in 2011, as the second available member of the Sony Tablet series.[5] The suggested retail price is $599.[10]

See also

References

  1. ^ Osati, Sohrab (6 September 2011). "Sony Tablet S Release Date Revealed". SonyRumors.net. Bebi Inc.
  2. ^ Chubb, Mark (6 September 2011). "Sony Tablet S US Release Date and Pricing". Phones Review. Marksway Ltd.
  3. ^ a b c "Sony Tablet S: starting at $499.99, arriving September". Los Angeles Times. Tribune Company. 31 August 2011.
  4. ^ "Sony Tablet S". Sony Electronics. Sony Electronics Inc. Retrieved 16 September 2011.
  5. ^ a b c d e f "Sony Tablet S". phoneArena.com. 1 September 2011.
  6. ^ a b c d "Sony Tablet P". phoneArena.com. 1 September 2011.
  7. ^ "Sony Tablet S 3G: Full phone specifications". Gsmarena.com. 2011-09-06. Retrieved 2011-09-20.
  8. ^ a b Stevens, Tim (31 August 2011). "Sony Tablet S preview". Engadget. AOL Inc.
  9. ^ a b "Sony Tablets". Sony Store USA. Sony Electronics Inc. Retrieved 2011-09-20.
  10. ^ a b c "IFA 2011: all the latest announcements". TechRadar. Future Publishing Ltd. 2 September 2011.
  11. ^ Ricker, Thomas (26 April 2011). "Sony S1 and S2 dual-screen Honeycomb tablets get official (video)". Engadget. AOL Inc.
  12. ^ "Sony Announces Optimally Designed 'Sony Tablet' with Android 3.2 that Complements Network Services for an Immersive Entertainment Experience also Strengthening Vaio in Expanding PC Markets" (Press release). Sony Electronics Inc. 26 April 2011. Retrieved 8 May 2011.
  13. ^ Liang, Siang (27 April 2011). "Sony unleashes new Android S1 and S2 tablets". VR-Zone. VR Media Pte. Ltd.
  14. ^ Millian, Mark (18 July 2011). "Team Android Tablet adds players". CNNTech. Cable News Network.
  15. ^ Reynolds, Isabel (1 September 2011). "Sony tablets face tough sell on price, hardware". Reuters.
  16. ^ "Sony Announces Optimally Designed "Sony Tablet" with Android 3.0 that Complements Network Services for an Immersive Entertainment Experience". sony.net. Retrieved 3 Dec 2011.
  17. ^ ""Two Will" Story of two will and the two will be". sony.net. Retrieved 3 Dec 2011.
  18. ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo3YuEBd1i. Retrieved 3 Dec 2011. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  19. ^ Stewart, Chris (8 June 2011). "Sony S1 Review". TrendyTablets.
  20. ^ Zamahsari. "Sony". Best Phone Reviews & News. Retrieved 16 October 2011.
  21. ^ Stewart, Chris (13 June 2011). "Sony S2 Review". TrendyTablets.


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