Touchscreen tablets are a new area in mobile computing. Designed to be the first all-purpose truly mobile device, they are somewhere between the size of a mobile phone and a laptop. They have most of the features of a typical laptop, including a powerful, non-watered down operating system, and provide complete mobility - they can actually be used while you walk, unlike a laptop As more and more products hit the market, consumers have more and more choices to choose from. iPad 2 The all-new iPad 2 changes everything once again. Measuring in at only 8.8 millimeters, the slim style is 33% thinner than its predecessor. It's also significantly lighter, weighing 1.3 lbs and boasting a 9.7 inch, 1024x768 screens. Even with its slimmer looks, battery life remains a solid 10 hours. The iPad 2 boasts a dual-core A5 chip and graphic capabilities that are 9x faster. Likewise, it will run the new iOs 4.3. The update allows iPad 2 users the ability to choose whether the switch acts as a mute button or screen orientation lock Android tablet pc. Additional new features include a three-axis gyroscope, front and rear facing video cameras and cameras. iPad 2 users will warmly welcome the ability to use FaceTime, the popular video calling feature available on the iPhone 4. Available in black and white models for both AT&T and Verizon, the iPad 2 is available in a WiFi or 3G options. Cases Available: Gelli, Pop, Clario, Venture, Leo, Versant Samsung Galaxy Tab At less than a half-inch thick and sporting a 7 inch, 1024x600 screens, the Samsung Galaxy Tab is small enough to fit into back pocket. The touchscreen technology runs on Google's Android 2.2 software, which allows users to take full advantage of the Tab. The Galaxy Tab has WiFi and 3G wireless technology. The instant Wi-Fi hotspot is a nice touch, as is the open-source developer capabilities. Features include a front and back camera, Adobe Flash Player and a video camera sets it apart. The Galaxy Tab has up to a 32 GB capacity and a battery life of up to 7 hours. Priced from $499. Cases Available: Barely There, Venture, Express, Gelli, Glove Motorola Xoom The Motorola Xoom adds another tablet option. The 10.1 inch 1280x800 touchscreen tablet is about.5 inches thick and weighs about 1.6 lbs. It runs on the new Android Honeycomb 3.0 operating system, offering Adobe Flash multitasking, rich notifications and widgets. The Xoom has 3G and a 4G LTE upgradeable technology. Likewise, the Xoom has a built-in front and back camera, video recording and HD playback capability. With a 32GB capacity and a 10 hour battery, it's a forward thinking tablet option. The Motorola Xoom adds another tablet option. The 10.1 inch 1280x800 touchscreen tablet is about.5 inches thick and weighs about 1.6 lbs. It runs on the new Android Honeycomb 3.0 operating system, offering Adobe Flash multitasking, rich notifications and widgets. The Xoom has 3G and a 4G LTE upgradeable technology. BlackBerry PlayBook The self-described tablet for business, the BlackBerry PlayBook executes style and performance. Weighing in at under a pound, the 7-inch, 1024x600 resolution touchscreen LCD display keeps things slim at only.4 inches thick. It's available in 3G and 4G models, as well as Wi-Fi capabilities. The PlayBook runs on the new BlackBerry Tablet OS, which uses many of the familiar features of the BlackBerry OS. It offers support for Adobe Flash Play, video conferencing technology and multi-tasking. Additional features in a front and back camera, HD playback and a HDMI port, which sets it apart from other tablets. HP TouchPad The HP TouchPad calls itself the next big thing. Similar in looks to the iPad, the TouchPad offers a 9.7-inch, 1024 x 768 touchscreen. Weighing 1.6 pounds, it packs in a variety of features, including the highly desirable Touchstone technology. This feature allows users to share e-mail, video and other applications simply by touching a phone to the TouchPad. Also included on the TouchPad are a front-facing web

camera, multiple data ports, and options for wireless printing and charging. Run on the new HP webOS, the TouchPad supports Adobe Flash for browsing internet sites, as well as true multitasking. TouchPad offers 16GB and 32GB internal storage options. The device will debut with a wireless option, but expect 3G and 4G models to arrive soon after. A great site where you can check all types gadgets at http://www.locogadgets.com