Apple Working on 10-, 13-, and 15-Inch Tablets?
Gizmodo reports that in addition to Apple's much-rumored 10-inch tablet computer, the company is also developing larger tablets in 13-inch and 15-inch sizes. The source, which the report claims has been "100% reliable" in the past, also notes that one of those models would run full Mac OS X.
This source claims that the two touchscreen prototypes -- made of aluminum, but on the shape of big iPhones -- were in a factory in Shenzuen, China. One of them "was running Mac OS X 10.5." When I asked, the source didn't know if these were built for demonstration purposes, or if they were preproduction units. The company has a tight relation with Apple but "it's not FoxConn."
Recent rumors have pointed to a tablet introduction later this year or early next year, but most reports have claimed that the device would carry an approximately 10-inch screen. Rumors of other possible sizes have surfaced, however, with one report asserting that Apple had at least investigated screens ranging from 4 to 12 inches and another claiming that Apple will be releasing two tablets, one with a 6-inch screen.Top Rated Comments
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32 months ago
That's pretty cool. I can see these replacing the current white macbook. Though 15" seems a bit large for a tablet.
32 months ago
If they release a 13-inch running full os x (java is a must) then I'm sold. It could be the most stylish take-away restaurant POS evah!!
Really looking forward to the release even if it is only rumoured :D
Really looking forward to the release even if it is only rumoured :D
32 months ago
I would buy one as soon as it comes out....of course, that is if it ever comes out. The full blown OS X would be the biggest selling feature for me. I want my tablet to be flexible in it's capabilities....
32 months ago
That's pretty cool. I can see these replacing the current white macbook. Though 15" seems a bit large for a tablet.
I can't. Some people still need a physical keyboard.
32 months ago
Well, naturally.
The notebook/netbook design is so stupid. It always was. With the use of touchscreen, the tablet is now poised to eradicate the laptop market in the next 5 or so years. So expect all the laptop designs to become tablets.
It's good to hear a rumor of full OSX tablets in development. If it is nothing more than a rumor, I would be shocked. With the miniaturization of all components, we will see larger OS in iPhones/iPT as well, but probably a long way from anything as complex as a full OSX.
People pooh-poohing the tablet are weird. Technology and market forges forward, and design is always changing. More efficient form and function will evolve. We're probably on the cusp of a sizable form/function change within portable computing devices: the multi-touch tablet.
The notebook/netbook design is so stupid. It always was. With the use of touchscreen, the tablet is now poised to eradicate the laptop market in the next 5 or so years. So expect all the laptop designs to become tablets.
It's good to hear a rumor of full OSX tablets in development. If it is nothing more than a rumor, I would be shocked. With the miniaturization of all components, we will see larger OS in iPhones/iPT as well, but probably a long way from anything as complex as a full OSX.
People pooh-poohing the tablet are weird. Technology and market forges forward, and design is always changing. More efficient form and function will evolve. We're probably on the cusp of a sizable form/function change within portable computing devices: the multi-touch tablet.
32 months ago
this is pretty exciting. i bet after a while it would be faster to type on a touch than an actual keyboard. the whole process of pressing down keys instantly adds time to typing; not a lot, but over time is significant.
32 months ago
I can't. Some people still need a physical keyboard.
If Apple doesn't allow a BT or USB hook up for an external keyboard, I will admit a giant fail in their design. However, most people don't need and can't use a full keyboard when being truly portable. They can sit down and use the full keyboard, so if it is a separate device to couple with the tablet I think it would be best.
The nice function of a 13/15 inch tablet is that computers at work could be used at the cubicle/office with a keyboard, or it can be ported about for handwritten notes or touch screen typing, etc. It's a great step above the ubiquitous computers stuck in place on desks.... assuming it will work as such, if it exists at all.
this is pretty exciting. i bet after a while it would be faster to type on a touch than an actual keyboard. the whole process of pressing down keys instantly adds time to typing; not a lot, but over time is significant.
Oh, cha. Ye of little typing experience.
The physical keyboard is faster because you don't get lost and wander into other keys. Those lil' bumps on F & J help center the typist without having to look at the keyboard. I think I remember a rumor where Apple was trying to get screens to morph or shape to accommodate shapes on the monitors for serious typists.
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