Datawind launches 4 tablets in Ubislate range

Makers of the nation’s low-cost computing dream, Datawind, have rolled out a new line of low-cost tablets in the Ubislate range – Ubislate 7Ri, Ubislate 7R+, Ubislate 7C and Ubislate 7C+.  “The new range of Ubislate Tablets is packed with anytime anywhere low-cost Internet connectivity, UbiSurfer browser based on 18 international patents that can deliver internet access on traditional GPRS networks and a powerful combination of content and applications raising the bar in terms of meeting customers’ mobility needs. These tablets are of the gold standard when it comes to low - cost tablet cum Smart phone space being offered at an exciting price to our customers,” said Suneet Singh Tuli, CEO, Datawind Pvt. Ltd.

Low-cost offerings

The brand new Ubislate range, according to a company statement, comes with a sleek look and enhanced hardware specifications. The lightweight tablets support smartphone communication, Internet access, tablet computing and multimedia entertainment.

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The tablets sport a 7-inch screen and run the latest Android v4.0.3 operating system. The tablets are powered by a Cortex A8, 1GHz processor and 512MB RAM. The company adds further that these devices will deliver high speed surfing experience to its users. The embedded HD video co-processor delivers high quality video content making it a perfect multimedia device.

“With the upwardly mobile workforce, hands-free communication has become extremely important. Our tablets are the most durable offerings under the Ubislate umbrella. Features like HD video, great sound quality, touch screen, high speed processor, USB port, camera, G-Sensor with a long battery life are a complete value for money option for our customers,” stated Tuli.

Datawind launches 4 tablets under Ubislate range

Here’s a quick look at the specifications of the Ubislate 7Ri:

• 7-inch resistive touchscreen with a 800 x 480 pixel resolution
• Wi-Fi
• Front-facing VGA camera
• 4GB memory, expandable up to 32GB via microSD

Specifications of the Ubislate 7R+:

• 7-inch resistive touchscreen with a 800x480 pixel resolution
• GPRS, Wi-Fi
• front-facing VGA camera
• 4GB memory, expandable up to 32GB via microSD

While those of the Ubislate 7Ci are:

• 7-inch display with 800 x 480 pixel resolution
• Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth with A2DP
• VGA front facing camera
• 4GB memory expandable up to 32 GB via microSD

Tech specs of the Ubislate 7C+:

• 7-inch display with 800 x 480 pixel resolution
• GPRS, Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth with A2DP
• VGA front facing camera
• 4GB memory expandable up to 32 GB via microSD

The Ubislate 7Ri, Ubislate 7R+, Ubislate 7Ci, UbiSlate 7C+ models will be all available at an MRP ranging from Rs 2,999 to Rs 4,499.

As per the other official statement, the tablets have the web browser: Ubisurfer with Compression/ acceleration and IE8 rendering.

Some applications available on Ubislate range of tablets, include:

• The users of Ubislate can access content available on the Sakshat portal and other educational websites.
• Yahoo! India for its portal, Yahoo! Mail and Yahoo! Cricket to deliver all the information regarding India’s national passion.
• The Indian Express Group to bring its users the latest news and analysis on the go.
• Reverie Language Technologies Pvt. Ltd. to provide over a dozen Indian languages including Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Punjabi/ Gurmukhi and many others.
• Mango learning solutions for game based educational modules, interactive smart books and the full CBSE curriculum.
• TestBag, the most comprehensive solution for testing and e-assessment.
• Intelligaia finger tracing apps to teach alphabet letter writing for toddlers.