Quanta smartbook and Qualcomm tablet concept

Posted by | 11/19/2009 | 1 Comment

Quanta_Android_Snapdragon_Smartbook_prototype_0Slashgear has the scoop on a new smartbook prototype from Quanta and a tablet concept from Qualcomm.

The smartbook uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipset for cool operation, which means no fan needed. The keyboard offers one-touch access to the homescreen with three customisable panes, as well as a slide-out programs menu for apps and controls.

The Qualcomm tablet is just a concept, not a functioning prototype. The hybrid design includes a detachable keyboard and mouse and integrated stand, so it can function in hand or on a desk. Unfortunately, such a design does not lend itself to lap use like a convertible would. However, Quanta is reporting ongoing positive response to the design, which is encouraging. Both would offer all-day battery life and the usual wireless trifecta of wifi, Bluetooth and 3G. Sizable gallery of both, plus a video demo, available at Slashgear.

Via jkkmobile

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My name is Mark Sumimoto; I am Sumocat. I dabble in all areas of mobile computing, but my focus is Windows-based Tablet PCs and pen input. They’ve been part of my arsenal since 2004, and I’m proud to have pioneered the field of ink blogging, earning a spot as a Microsoft MVP for Touch and Tablets in the process. My current tools include a Fujitsu Lifebook T900, TEGA v2, and iPhone 4. Email me: sumocat [at] notebooks.com
  • Scott M

    Well, that tablet concept is nothing new. Jump in the way-back machine to 1993 where Compaq sold the pen-based Concerto. A “tablet” with detachable keyboard, and a big hinge/leg that folded out to stand up just like the thing in this picture. I owned one for a few years, it was a great little machine once you put windows 95 on it.

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