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Web Tablets A Closer Look
ViewPad 100
ViewSonic Currently Available

The ViewPad 100 from ViewSonic is a web tablet business professionals can use to wirelessly access the Internet, email, or server-based applications while away from the office. Users can also play MP3 and WMA files, or read Ebooks on the tablet's 10-inch full color display.
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Cassiopeia PA-2400W
Casio Currently available

The PA2400W is a tweener that's bigger than most PDAs, yet smaller than most Web tablets. It comes with Windows CE 2.11 and uses a stylus for input on its 480 x 240, 4 greyscale monitor.
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Clio C-1050
Vadem Currently available

The Clio C-1050 is unique with its swingtop design. Its pivoting arm lets users adjust the display to either use its keypad or use it like a tablet with a stylus. Perfect for the working profession on the go who needs something smaller and less functional than a notebook. It is also ruggedized and can be use in industrial environments.
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ProGear
Frontpath Available to SONICblue business partners

Progear is based on the Transmeta Crusoe processor and uses the Mobile Linux 2.4 OS. It uses the Netscape browser and plug-ins for web surfing. The user interface includes a large touchscreen, microphone, and speakers.
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EPlate HPW-600ET ETM
Hitachi Currently available

The EPlate 600 series comes with a SH-4 processor, built-in modem, USB ports, and a screen with 640 x 480 resolution. It comes with anti-microbial UV-coating which makes it a good fit for the health care industry.
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EPlate HPW-630ET ETR
Hitachi Currently available

The Eplate 630 is ruggedized and comes with a transflective DSTN color LCD. It comes with a SH-4 processor and runs Windows CE 2.11 OS. Its a perfect fit for harsh environments or outdoor use.
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Geode WebPAD Metro
National Semiconductor and Metricom Reference design

WebPAD Metro is a reference design for OEMs to use. It uses the Geode GX1 processor and can run either WinCE 3.0, Linux or BeIA Oss, with multimedia plugins. It also has excellent graphics with 800 x 600 SVGA resolution with a 8.4 inch TFT Touchscreen LCD amd contains 16-bit stereo and built-in Riccochet wireless modem.
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Anigma WebMan
Anigma Platform for OEM

Webman is a tablet for OEMs to design into their application. Comes with a nice sized screen, 800 x 600 resolution with 16-bit color and graphics controller, microphone and speakers. It's tailored for mobile and multimedia applications.
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SIMpad SL4
Siemens Pending FCC approval

The Siemens SIMPad SL4 defines the word flexibilty when it comes to network communications, offering a number of wired and wirless options. It uses a StrongARM CPU and comes with WinCE 3.0, IE browser, and Microsoft Pocket Office software.
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ScreenPad Top WP50 or T-Sinus Pad
Siemens Currently available

Siemens' slightly downscaled version of its SIMPad SL4 is being offered as part of an ISDN/ISP bundle by Deutsche Telecom and Swisscom under the names T-Sinus Pad and ScreenPad Top WP50 respectively. This version offers less memory and a shorter battery life, although it does support DECT and HomeRF wireless communications.
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PenCentra 200
Fujitsu Currently available

The PenCentra 200 is a Windows CE based tablet that offers mobile computing for workers and features numerous ports and interfaces for a broad range of peripherals.
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ezOne WebPAD
eZEX N/A

The eZEX WebPAD runs the older version of WinCE, version 2.11. It has a MIPS processor with a big touchsceen display (8.2 in.) and built-in audio features, including microphone and speaker.
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Orbit Web Tablet
Qubit Technology Spring 2001

Orbit is a wireless, portable Web tablet that is based on the National WebPAD reference design. It has built-in 802.11b wireless capabilities. It's software features include WinCE 3.0 OS, IE 4.0, and support for Macromedia Flash and Insignia Java Virtual Machine.
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Honeywell WebPAD
Honeywell Currently available

Honeywell's tablet is based on National's WebPAD reference design. It is designed not only to perform typical tablet functions, but also to be used with Honeywell's home automation and control equipment. Runs WinCE 3.0 and comes with IE browser and Windows Media Player. Built-in 802.11b provides wireless communications.
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SurfBoard
NadaPC Currently available to vertical markets

The SurfBoard is packaged as a free add-on with the purchase of monthly Internet access. SurfBoard uses WinCE OS and has PCMCIA and CF slots with a built-in modem.
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RSC WebPad (Lisbon version)
RSC Available for ODM and vertical markets

The RSC WebPad is a lightweight, portable device to be used for web browsing and act as a multimedia platform in the home.
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FreePad
Dosch & Amand Available for OEM

FreePad is a Linux based tablet utilizing the National Semiconductor GXMLV166 processor. Has built-in DECT wireless communication for transferring data and voice. The touchscreen display is one of the larger ones available at 10.2 in. with 800 x 600 resolution. It uses the Opera browser and Nano-X GUI. Also has built-in smart card reader for e-commerce and authentication.
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Multimedia Web Tablet
Stellcom Available for OEM

This Web tablet is a reference design platform that can be customized to meet OEM's specifications. Stellcom provides a base set of features that include SH-4 processor, touchscreen LCD, v.90 modem, IrDA, stereo audio, and serial and parallel ports. Software is based on OS choice, which includes WinCE and VxWorks.
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nVision
Stellcom Available for OEM

Stellcom provides a reference design platform for OEMs. It comes in a number of different configurations depending upon the customer requirements. It supports SH-4 and StrongARM processors and choice of WinCE, Linux, QNX, or VxWorks OSs. Hardware features include WLAN, stereo, USB, IrDA, and PCMCIA slot.
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CerfPod for Windows
Intrinsyc Currently Available

Web tablet and PDA development platform with StrongARM CPU and Windows CE 3.0 OS. It comes pre-configured Intrinsyc's software including deviceWeb, deviceRMS WebSuite, deviceStore and supports Bluetooth.
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CerfPod for Linux
Intrinsyc Currently available

Web tablet and PDA development platform with StrongARM CPU and Linux 2.4 kernel. It comes pre-configured with the Apache Web server and Intrinsyc's deviceStore.
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WebDT 380
DT Research, Inc. Available for OEM

The WebDT 380 wireless digital tablet from DT Research uses National Semiconductor's Geode WebPAD reference design to bring portable, wireless computing. The device can be used to access both the Internet/Intranet and server-based applications. It supports both wireless LAN and WAN.
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WebDT 325
DT Research, Inc. Available for ODM and vertical markets

The WebDT 325 wireless digital tablet from DT Research uses National Semiconductor's Geode WebPAD reference design to bring portable, wireless computing. The device can be used to access both the Internet/Intranet and server-based applications through wireless LAN.
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Audrey
3Com Discontinued Mar 2001

3Com has discontinued the Audrey.
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Acknowledger CE
Wireless Links Currently available

The Acknowledger CE combines the technologies of Web tablets, Internet terminals, and handheld computers, integrating them into one utilitarian device. This mobile unit's wireless data communication platform supports connectivity with CDPD, GSM, IDEN, CDMA cellular networks, and unspecified satellite networks.
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netpad
Psion Teklogix Currently Available

The netpad is a rugged Web tablet made for industrial or vertical market use. With the highest IP rating of any handheld, it can take what ever Mother Nature dishes out.
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WebTablet 380
CorAccess Currently Available

The WebTablet 380 from CorAccess is a Windows CE-based digital Web tablet that gives users wireless and wired network connectivity.
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MX3-CE
LXE Available for OEM

Here is another option for mobile work managers to contemplate: the MX3-CE from LEX. The MX3-CE is a Windows CE 3.0-based rugged mobile computing device with an Ingress Protection rating of 66
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CorAccess
Companion Not currently available

The CorAccess Companion is a wall-mountable home control device. Users can control home audio, video, lighting, security, and HVAC systems from one center point, and use the Companion's touch screen display as a central message point.
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TouchPC Voyager
TouchStar Technologies Currently available to vertical markets

The TouchPC Voyager from TouchStar works like a big PDA. If small screens and small buttons are a pain, but you need portable computing, the TouchPC may be just what you need.
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TouchLite
2T Available for OEM

The TouchLite handheld computer is all about options. With your choice of color and resolution for display, amount of memory and mass storage, and even inputs/outputs, T2 is determined to give you exactly the device you want.
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J-Slate
Tadpole Currently Available

The J-Slate is a Java-based web tablet. It is a rugged, vehicle-mountable tablet with complete customization capabilities.
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Web PAD II
Honeywell Currently Available to vertical markets

The Honeywell WebPAD II Internet Appliance is an easy-to-use, portable tool for wireless, high-speed connection to the Internet and centralized home control of applications.
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EverPad
Everex Available Q1 2002

The EverPad is aimed at OEMs and vertical markets, giving industry workers the ability to work efficiently and stay connected while mobile.
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AquaPAD
FIC Available for ODM

The AquaPAD is a web tablet created around the Windows CE 3.0 operating system.
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Flair
AirSpeak, Inc Currently Available

The Flair is a sleek web tablet based on WinCE 3.0. It is built for mobile applications and supports wireless communications such as 802.11b.
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X-tend
Dot Design Technologies Currently Available

The X-tend from DOT Design Technologies based on the National Semiconductor Geode processor sports a 10.4" XGA 1024x768 24bit color TFT display for home use.
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iPronto
Philips Currently Available

Philips iPronto Web Tablet provides remote control of A/V systems as well as Internet Browsing. Uses wireless 802.11b for network connectivity and IrDA for remote control.
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