HI all,
As you all are aware of, Microsoft has no plans to make windows Phone 7 accessible.
Here's the latest, and this is exciting folks!
Yesterday, I was informed, that the folks at HP, have a tablet out, to compete with the IPad. It's called the slait 500.
Now when I heard this, I thought, "yeah right, and it's probably working with windows phone 7, and it's not accessible."
Well folks, are you ready for this? It runs windows 7 ultimate, not windows phone 7!
So what does this mean? All software that runs on a windows 7 desktop or laptop, will work on this tablet!
Then, I thought to myself, "it probably only lets people touch the screen, or write with one of those pen things!"
I'm glad I was wrong, because folks, you and I can use it, why? Because it has a USB port on it, to connect a keyboard up to it! It also connects with a wireless keyboard!
So, there ya go.
You can use your screen reader of choice on this tablet!!!
So, smart phone makers need to use Windows 7 on their phones.
The tablet also has stereo speakers on it, and a built in microphone on it.
I told Samsung, HP, and Nokia, "you folks make a smart phone that uses Windows 7, and I'd buy it, in a heartbeat! I've got programs that I'd love to use on a Windows 7 smart phone."
So, folks, that's the latest, and this is getting very exciting!
Now, if HP, Samsung, and Nokia would make smart phones that run windows 7, that would be awesome!
Below, I have included the pamphlet about the slait!
take care,
Harry
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HP Slate 500 Tablet PC
The Right Business Touch
Create, edit and review content with the
light-weight HP Slate 500 Tablet PC,
offering a full-featured Windows-based
experience and touch capabilities.
Windows®. Life without Walls TM. HP recommends Windows 7.
The HP Slate 500 Tablet PC is ideal for those who use custom
applications built for the familiar and secure Windows®
environment. It also enables employees with jobs that
frequently take them away from a traditional desk to stay
connected and remain productive.
Touch it or write it
Get your work done more intuitively. The capacitive multi-touch
display of the HP Slate 500 lets you navigate on the screen
with the touch of your fingers. Use the HP Slate Digital Pen and
Evernote® software to handwrite e-mail messages and take
notes easily.
Stay productive
With a starting weight of only 1.5 lb (0.68 kg), the HP Slate
500 enables professionals to check e-mail, browse the
Internet,2 read and edit documents, presentations,
spreadsheets and more. The Windows 74 Professional 32 bit
operating system is pre-installed on the HP Slate 500 and runs
your familiar x86 software, including custom applications.
Show videos (such as training or product videos) and stream
video from the web on the HP Slate 500.
The integrated VGA webcam on the front of the HP Slate 500
enables video conferencing, while the 3MP camera on the
back of the Slate 500 can be used for still-image and video
capture.
Stay connected
Cut the cords and stay connected. With Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDT
WLAN, you can send and receive e-mails or access the
internet-at work, at home and at your favorite hotspots.
Plus, the Bluetooth® technology provides wireless short-range
communication or connectivity between other Bluetooth
devices such as printers, mice and headsets.
Expand your workspace
Rest the HP Slate 500 in the HP Slate Dock and gain a
desktop experience with two additional USB 2.0 ports and an
HDMI port. Easily connect accessories such as keyboard,
mouse and printer with the built-in USB 2.0 port. Insert your
SD card to import photos or other files in a snap.
Enjoy the power of Windows in your hands with the HP Slate
500 Tablet PC.
HP_logoSPECIFICATIONS
Operating system
Genuine Windows 7 Professional 32 bit
FreeDOS
Processor
Intel® Atom Processor Z540 (1.86 GHz, 512 KB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB)
Chipset
Intel System Controller Hub (SCH) US15W
Memory
2 GB DDR2* on-board memory
*Memory operates at the maximum system supported speed of 533 MHz.
Internal Storage
64 GB Solid State Drive Flash Module (SATA)
Removable Storage
Optional HP External USB 2.0 CD/DVD R/RW Drive
Display
8.9-inch diagonal LED-backlit WSVGA wide-viewing angle display (1024 x 600 or 1024 x 768 for
some applications)
Graphics
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 500
Broadcom® Crystal HD Enhanced Video Accelerator
Audio/Visual
High Definition Audio, integrated stereo speakers, integrated microphone, combo stereo
headphone/microphone jack; two integrated cameras: VGA webcam7 (inward facing), 3MP camera
(outward facing)
Wireless Support
802.11b/g/n2 + Bluetooth
Expansion Slots
Secure Digital slot: supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC
Ports and Connectors
(1) USB 2.0 port, Power Connector / HP Slate Dock connector, combo stereo headphone/microphone
jack; optional HP Slate Dock: (2) USB 2.0 ports, (1) HDMI connector, (1) combo stereo
headphone/microphone jack, and (1) power connector(
Input Devices
HP Slate Digital Pen
Optional HP Wireless Entertainment Keyboard3
Optional HP 2.4 GHz Wireless Optical Mobile Mouse3
Software
(Windows OS only)
HP Slate Camera, EVERNOTE®, HP Support Assistant, Adobe® Reader, Adobe PDF
Dimensions
5.91 x 9.21 x 0.58 in / 15 x 22.6 x 1.47 cm
Weight
Starting at 1.5 lb (0.68 kg)
Power
2-cell (30 WHr) polymer battery, external 30W AC Adapter
Expansion Solutions
HP Slate Dock
Optional HP USB 2.0 Docking Station3
Optional HP Essential USB 2.0 Port Replicator3
Warranty
Limited 1-year warranty option available; 1-year limited warranty on primary battery. Optional HP Care
Pack Services are extended service contracts which go beyond your standard warranties. For more details
visit: www.hp.com/go/lookuptool.
Windows®. Life without Walls TM.
HP recommends Windows 7.
Slate 500 Tablet PC
HP_logoSlate in Cradle.jpg
Windows®. Life without Walls TM.
HP recommends Windows 7.
Slate 500 Tablet PC
SD card slot
Docking and power
connector
8.9-inch diagonal, WSVGA
capacitive multi-touch panel with
digitizer
Keyboard
button
Internal microphone
VGA Webcam
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