the tablet war is heating up

[falcarrion]

I'm not interested in streaming my music to my player. That's a waste of bandwidth (given how U-Verse wants to cap usage and charge for overage and the carriers new data plans have limits).

Icloud doesn't stream the music. Icloud is done on wifi. And you can if you wish to turn Icloud off.

 

[Relique du Madde]

There IS a google docs app, its called "Docs" I'm. Not sure if its on the iOS though.

 

[falcarrion]

There IS a google docs app, its called "Docs" I'm. Not sure if its on the iOS though.

I did find this app : GoDocs for ipad/iphone (google docs full support)
the app cost $4.99

 

[falcarrion]

I just saw a video on how air play will work on an ipad and an apple tv box.
[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyzmX_s8xiM&feature=player_embedded]YouTube - ‪IOS5 iPad Display Mirroring (2)‬‏[/ame]

 

[Janx]

when iOS5 is release, the usefulness of Icloud may become more aperent.
Once iOS5 is released you never have to sync with a computer again. All the info on your iOS device is stored on the icloud.
Lets say you buy a new iphone. you type your apple acount info in and all your stuff load automaticly on your new phone.

I use GoogleSync for my contacts, calendar. I literrally setup my new phone in a minute while standing in the store.

Apps, Apple should do that already, they already have the AppId's associated with your account.

Music is the trickier part. Songs you bought from iTunes, just like Apps are no big deal. It's the ripped stuff that complicates things.

Application data, i'm only partially interested in. Namely documents. I suppose it would be handy for moving to new phones though...

 

[falcarrion]

Well it looks like the samsung thin tablet will be a bit thicker.
It seems they have run into some trouble getting the lcds they need.
So they had to get a thicker one. Thus increasing the thickness of their tablet.

 

[Relique du Madde]

From what I read the issue directly effects the 8.9 inch model, however there are disputing claims if it also includes the 10.1 inch as well.

On a side note, the Limited edition Galaxy Pad 10.1 Limited edition has been upgraded to Android 3.1. It's starting to look like Android 3.0 was the shortest lived version of android.

 

[falcarrion]

I was going thru the internet trying to find all the tablets being released in june.

If I miss one add it to the list

Asus EeePad Transformer
Archos Gen 9
Samsung Galaxy
Rims Playbook
Intel MeeGo
HTC Flyer and EVO View 4g
Dell ?
Acer Iconia Tab A100 and Iconia tab 500
Toshiba Thrive
MSI ?
Arnova ?

 

[Relique du Madde]

The iconia and the transformer were already released (in the US that is). However from what I understand Asus low barred their order, ran out of stock, and had to restart production.

 

[Relique du Madde]

Samsung Mobile Seals Landmark Agreement with American Airlines to Provide Galaxy Tab™ 10.1 for Premium Class In-Flight Entertainment

American Airlines Becomes First North American Airline to Feature Branded Tablets Onboard by Ordering the World's Thinnest Mobile Tablet Currently Available

DALLAS, June 13, 2011 – Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the U.S.[1], today announced that American Airlines will offer Galaxy Tab™ 10.1 mobile tablets for premium class in-flight entertainment.

"Earlier this month we made history by launching the world's thinnest large screen tablet currently available and today we unveil another first with American Airlines' selection of the Galaxy Tab 10.1," said Dale Sohn, President of Samsung Mobile.

American Airlines, a founding member of the oneworld® Alliance, plans to deploy 6,000 of the new Galaxy Tab 10.1 devices onboard select flights beginning later this year. The tablets will replace the airline's current personal entertainment device in American's premium cabins on transcontinental flights between New York's JFK and Los Angeles, JFK and San Francisco, and Miami and Los Angeles served with 767-200 and 767-300 aircraft; international flights to and from Europe and South America served with 767-300 aircraft; and transcontinental flights departing from Boston to Los Angeles served with 757 aircraft.

"Our engagement with American Airlines further illustrates the growing interest and demand we're seeing from enterprise customers for the Samsung Galaxy portfolio," said Tim Wagner, vice president and general manager of enterprise sales for Samsung Mobile. "As we continue to grow our enterprise customer base, we're committed to empowering a connected mobile workforce and enabling leading companies like American Airlines to enhance their customers' experience by providing world-class entertainment and enterprise-ready devices."

The Galaxy Tab 10.1 combines the Android platform, ultra-slim, lightweight design, a brilliant 10-inch touchscreen and array of applications enhancing the in-flight entertainment experience for travelers onboard American Airlines.

"Through our agreement with Samsung, American is the first North American airline to offer a branded tablet onboard its aircraft," said Virasb Vahidi, American's Chief Commercial Officer. "We are working hard to revitalize our fleet and invest wisely in new products and services to modernize and enhance the travel experience. Working with Samsung to outfit our premium cabins with the innovative Galaxy Tab will give our premium customers a modern and innovative in-flight entertainment experience."

The Galaxy Tab 10.1 is a WiFi-enabled tablet that measures at just 8.6 millimeters slim, making it the thinnest large screen tablet currently available in the world. The Galaxy Tab 10.1 is powered by the Android™ 3.1 (Honeycomb) platform, offering faster and smoother transitions between different applications, more intuitive navigation to and from home screens and broader support of USB accessories, external keyboards, joysticks and gamepads. Samsung will customize the Galaxy Tab for American's in-flight entertainment needs, including the addition of expanded memory.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 WiFi edition is currently available exclusively at the Best Buy Union Square location in New York City. Starting June 17, the Galaxy Tab 10.1 will be available nationwide. Visit SAMSUNG and Airline Tickets and Airline Reservations from American Airlines | AA.com for additional details.

1 Number one mobile phone provider in the U.S claim for Samsung Mobile based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics, Q1 2011 U.S. Market Share Handset Shipments Reports.

About Samsung Telecommunications America

Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit www.samsungwireless.com.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2010 consolidated sales of US$135.8 billion. Employing approximately 190,500 people in 206 offices across 68 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, semiconductor chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit SAMSUNG.

About American Airlines

American Airlines, American Eagle and AmericanConnection® serve 250 cities in 50 countries with, on average, more than 3,600 daily flights. The combined network fleet numbers more than 900 aircraft. American's award-winning website, AA.com®, provides users with easy access to check and book fares, plus personalized news, information and travel offers. American Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld® Alliance, which brings together some of the best and biggest names in the airline business, enabling them to offer their customers more services and benefits than any airline can provide on its own.Together, its members serve approximately 900 destinations with more than 9,000 daily flights to 145 countries and territories. American Airlines, Inc. and American Eagle Airlines, Inc. are subsidiaries of AMR Corporation. AmericanAirlines, American Eagle, AmericanConnection, AA.com, and AAdvantage are trademarks of American Airlines, Inc. (NYSE: AMR). Android is a trademark of Google, Inc.

Everyone likes jumping to iPads for use with different services, however, this is a *MAJOR* game changer since it shows that major companies now think Android is a viable platform for the consumption of entertainment.