BlackBerry Playbook Tablet to hit market on April10th

Following the Apple's release of ipad 2, Canadian BlackBerry maker RIM (Research in Motion) has announced the launch date for its playbook tablet as 10th April. This might affect the ipad 2 and Motorola Xoom  sales according to the experts. An exclusive Report dated 2nd March on its website quoted that the BlackBerry tablet will hit the retail stores on April 10th.

 

As Apple unveils the iPad 2, a new report from analytics form Localytics finds 20 percent of current iPad owners aren't up to date.

Apple is unveiling the iPad 2 at any moment, in on fell swoop making the millions of iPads consumers have already purchased obsolete and yesterday’s news. But a significant number of those users probably don’t care. According to a new report from analytics firm Localytics some 20 percent of existing iPads are running out of date software. And the news is only going to get worse as Apple is almost certain to start showing off iOS 4.3 along with its newest iPad.

Apple iPad 2 vs. Motorola Xoom

    We compare the heir apparent of Apple's tablet throne, the iPad 2, to the up-and-coming Motorola Xoom.

Yesterday, Apple showed off its fancy new iPad 2. The unit has quite a few new features and upgrades, but how does it stack up against the newly released Motorola Xoom in all the ways that count? Well, we’ve got the answers for you. We’ve compared the two units in a few ways, dueling them in sexiness, screen quality, processing power, camera quality, software availability, accessories, and price. If you’re in the market for a new tablet, look no further. We’re here to give you an idea of what each tablet brings to the table. Enjoy!

Aesthetics

Winner: iPad 2

It’s hardly fair to start out with looks, because even if you hate Apple, you have to admit that the company definitely has hardware design down pat. Few products look as good as Apple’s minimalist designs. The iPad 2 takes the great features of the iPad and smooths them over. With a flatter and beveled back, alternate white color scheme, rounded front border, and a thickness of only 8.8mm (thinner than the iPhone 4), we can’t help but get excited looking at Apple’s new tablet.