Intel has the Studybook revealed. On this cheap tablet, which is intended for emerging markets, both Windows 7 and Android run. The device has a 7″touch screen and is, according to the manufacturer’s splash-proof and impact-resistant.
The Studybook is part of Intel’s Learning Series, which also includes the Classmate pc’s belong. Just like those cheap laptops founds Intel with the Studybook on students in emerging markets. The Studybook tablet is fully waterproof and can, according to Intel a fall on concrete from 70cm height to survive.
The device is powered by Intel’s own Atom Z650 processor, a singlecore chip at 1.2 GHz with Hyperthreading support, assisted by 1GB of ram. For the OS and the file storage is 4GB flash memory in the tablet. The 7″touchscreen has a resolution of 1024×600 pixels.
The tablet has a number of i/o ports on both sides, which are covered with rubber flaps. There is usb 2.0 for other devices, a micro-sd card reader and an optional mini-hdmi and 3g support will be added. On wireless, there is support for wi-fi b/g/n. Bluetooth is optional.
On the back of the tablet is a 2-megapixel camera, which also works as a microscope can be used. This requires an extra get the best image of be purchased, which the camera is attached. Intel provides software to then the photos. In addition, the tablet software drawing, e-reading and taking notes. Also can digital textbooks be used. As the operating system can be selected between Windows 7 and Android Honeycomb.
The device is 16.7 mm thick and weighs 525 grams. On a full battery would be 5.5 hours worked. The model that Intel has now unveiled is also a reference platform that other companies purchased and can be modified, after which they it under their own name can bring. The tablet will depend on the chosen operating system and the hardware between 199 and 299 dollars.
