Amazon is now preparing to capture the tablet market once again with the follow-up device to the Kindle Fire tablet this coming July.

When it was released, the Kindle Fire, which was a 7-inch device priced at $200 and targeted at consumers looking for budget slates, enjoyed massive success.

Now, the new tablet is expected to have a larger screen measuring 8.9 inches diagonally. Unfortunately, the retail giant seems to prefer to keep its specifications in secret, so interested consumers still have no idea what to look forward to with the next Kindle Fire.

In contrast with the original Kindle Fire which went on sale in November, however, this next-generation tablet is expected to debut ahead of the holiday season, which is often a very lucrative time for gadget sellers.

Alongside the new Kindle Fire, Amazon will also likely release a new Kindle e-Reader with improved specifications. The upcoming Kindle e-Reader is rumored to have a front light that would facilitate reading in dark conditions. Higher-priced models of this e-Reader will also likely have Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity capabilities.

The new Kindle e-Reader will possibly be released ahead of the Kindle Fire, the expected time being sometime during July this year.

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Not content with releasing just one Android-powered tablet (which came out last year), AOC is now preparing to launch something new with the latest version of the Android software pre-installed, as evidenced by documents obtained from the FCC’s web site.

Pictured above is AOC’s next-generation Breeze tablet, which is going to run Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich when it becomes available in the market (model number MW9022). Its specs include a 1.2GHz ARM Cortex A8 processor, 1GB of RAM, up to 16GB of onboard storage, and a built-in microSD card slot.

As mentioned earlier, it will sport a 9-inch screen and its native resolution is reportedly 1280×800. It’s certainly no Retina or SuperAMOLED unit, but from the looks of it, this new tablet from AOC should not take away that much weight from your wallet.

The FCC’s web site also reveals other details including its 7-hour battery life with Web surfing via Wi-Fi. Pretty much the only thing that hasn’t been revealed is when and for how much this thing is going to be sold exactly. We’ll just have to wait on that information for now.

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Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich is finally available on Sony and Acer devices that previously came with Android Honeycomb. This update will arrive sometime before the end of the month. Users will be notified through an alert that the Ice Cream Sandwich update is now available for their device.

Among the slates that would be receiving the update are the Acer Iconia Tab A100 7-inch tablet, the Acer Iconia Tab A500 10-inch tablet, and the Sony Tablet S 9.4-inch tablet. These slates are older models have been in the market since 2011, the Iconia Tab A500 being the first Android tablet that Acer released.

The Ice Cream Sandwich update will provide users with many new features including a new lock screen, UI, home screen folders, resizeable widgets, quick response for calls, enhanced text input and spell check, improved contacts features. There are also better camera and video capabilities, an improved Gallery, Live effects for video. Android has also enhanced the web browsing and email experience.

On top of these improvements, Sony has added extra features for their users such as support for small apps, a group of selected apps that are able to run while other regular apps are running. A similar feature is found in Samsung’s TouchWiz UI.

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Archos has revealed two new tablets from its budget line, Arnova. These are the Arnova 10b G3 and the Arnova 9 G3, both from the Arnova G3 series.

Generally, tablets from the Arnova line are less expensive than Archos tablets and have lower specifications. However, the specs of these new tablets are already comparable with slightly older Archos tablets.

The larger model, the Arnova 10b G3 is packed with a 10.1-inch display with a resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels. Under the hood is a 1 GHz ARM Cortex-A8 CPU running alongside a full GB of RAM. There is also 8 GB of storage onboard and support for 1080p HD video through an HDMI out port. Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich is its operating system. The tablet weighs 1.4 lbs. and has dimensions of 10.6 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches.

On the other hand, the Arnova 9 G3 has a 9.7-inch IPS capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1024 x 768p and five-point multi-touch capability. Its system has a 1 GHz ARM Cortex A8 processor, 4 GB or 8 GB internal storage, and 1 GB of RAM. It weighs 1.4 lbs. and has dimensions of 9.4 x 7.2 x 0.5 inches.

The Arnova 10b G3 sells for $200 while the price of the Arnova 9 G3 is still unavailable.

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Many eyebrows are heightened with the idea of the new Coby Kyros MID9742 being sold at the United States even before it passed through FCC.

Being sold for at least $240, the 9.7 inches, 1024 x 768 pixeleled tablet just had its “go” signal this week.

Although streaming with specifications like a 1 GHz All winner, A10 processor and 8 GB of storage, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, and support for 1080p HD video playback, the newest Coby tablet had pictures of having so much free space inside. This exposure from FCC led consumers the thought of wishing for a larger battery.

It would also look like MID9742 had hardware similarities with the 7-inch Coby MID7042, its smaller counterpart. Furthermore, it showed upgrades which includes a higher resolution screen, a battery that has 19 watt hour, and twice as much storage. It also features an HDMI port for connecting to an external display for video streaming.

The tablet has a powerful and flexible Internet and Entertainment solution with a generous 9.7-inch capacitive touch screen and intuitive Android 4.0 OS. After passing FCC standards, Coby Kyros MID9742 is expected to be more in demand in the days to come.

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The POV (Point Of View), a European manufacturer, will officially release a new tablet called the ProTab2. One of the most important features is the IPS (in-plane-switching) display which is significant in the screen’s display quality. The IPS technology offers an excellent viewing angle which makes the tablet ideal for viewing and sharing pictures or even movie clips.

The slate will run the latest Android Operating System, the Ice Cream Sandwich which will definitely offer a major increase in performance. Also, it will be powered by a fast 1.2 GHz Cortex A8 processor with a Mali-400 Graphics Processing Unit to work with multimedia and graphics tasks. This GPU takes care of the 3D rendering for games as well as the acceleration of High Definition multimedia playback.

The ProTab2 tablet outfits a large 9.7-inch screen with a 1024 x 768p resolution display capable of 2-point multi-touch. It sports a 1 GB of DDR3 RAM with an 8 GB of internal storage and a MicroSD card slot that supports up to 32 GB of memory expansion.

Moreover, the device offers a 2 MP rear and a 0.3 MP front cameras. It provides connectivity options such as a mini USB and a mini HDMI ports as well as Wi-Fi, 3G and Bluetooth functionality.

The tablet will be available in colors white or black  for a retail price of €393 or approximately $520.

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A couple weeks ago when a new Lenovo tablet was seen at FCC, though there were no specific details had revealed that time, it was even nameless as well. However today, an official video is out on Youtube showcasing the new tablet unveiled by Lenovo. The promotional video is quite short but it’s enough to entice the consumers on what this slate has to offer.

The official description stated that the newest Lenovo tablet comes with unibody shell and a gunmetal finish. The 9.7-inch S2109 tablet comes very light and only 8.9 mm in thinness.

It was mentioned that there’s a 1.3 MP front-facing camera but not to mention any rear. The slate promises ultimate mobile entertainment experience because it is equipped with SRS Trumedia support, quad speakers with 10-hour battery life. It runs on Android 4.0 ICS and has added micro-HDMI and micro-USB.

Lenovo also noted that the IdeaTab S2109 will have Google Play, as well as the Lenovo App Shop. No specific date yet regarding its release but after it has been out at FCC, count a few more months and it will then be available soon in the market.

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Ever heard of the idiomatic expression “hitting two birds with one stone”? Then this might be the best way to describe Novero’s newest netbook called the Solana. It is a netbook which you can twist around 180 degrees and then close it with the screen facing outward so it could function like a tablet.

Since the model already passed through FCC, then this will surely be available in the US in the coming months. The processor that keeps this device powered is called the Intel Atom N2600 Cedar Trail. The model has a 9.7-inch panel size with 1024 x 768 pixel resolution display.

One of its distinct features is that it can run both on Windows and Android firmwares. You just have to choose and access your choice of OS by double clicking a designated icon on the desktop.

Its specs include 2 GB of RAM plus 128 GB internal storage. The integrated camera is 3 MP and connectivity is possible through Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or HSPA + mobile broadband. Added features comprised of two USB 2.0 ports, and HDMI output as well.

The unit will cost $799 upon its US release.

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Aoson is a Shenzhen-based company that produces promising tablets. It’s just recently when it launched the 9.7-inch Aoson M19 tablet on 1024 x 768p resolution running on Android 2.3 OS.

One of the slate’s major features is the RockChips RK2918 and plus a 1.2 GHz of DDR3 ROM. Users could have enough space to store music, videos, games and other files with its 16 GB of internal storage. However, if you want to pump up the memory capacity, there is this built-in TF slot that can accommodate up to 32 GB.

The model also has two cameras – a 0.3MP on front and a 2MP at rear. Users will also be delighted to know that there’s HDMI output, plus you can connect easily both through Wi-Fi and 3G. It runs on a 7900 mAh battery.

It is also conveniently handy having a light weight of 1.14-lb and the ultra slim feature with dimensions 9.41 x 7.24 x 0.37-inch. Its body is made of aluminum magnesium alloy so it looks really sleek.

Users may as well find unlocking the device by not doing the usual slide. Instead, this model uses the “360° circle unlock” style; so it’s a bit of a plus for consumers to be taken this one into buying consideration.

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If you’re looking for a tablet that is cheap yet owns fair features, then perhaps you could try this Android slate from China named Eken A90.

Literally, pricing is significant factor to encourage more buyers; since most consumers would really want a device running reasonably and at the same time, a pocket-friendly.

The Eken A90 is a 9.7-inch tablet, the same size as with the new iPad displaying a pixel resolution of 1024 x 768. It sports the Allwinner A10 processor with a minimum frequency of 1.2 GHz up to 1.5 GHz. In terms of proper adequate storage, this device has 1 GB of DDR2 RAM and an internal capacity of 8 GB.

The tablet equips a slimmer size at 11 mm and able to support 2160p High Definition Video Playback. Added features include 2 MP rear and 0.3 MP front-facing cameras, two micro USB ports, a microSD card slot, 3.55 mm earphone jack and HDMI output.

The Eken A90 runs on Android latest platform, Ice Cream Sandwich with support on Google Play Store. It’s priced at $187.99.

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