Google: Always the technology bridesmaid never the bride  

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There have been rumors of the iSlate, Apple's new tablet device, set to release as early as mid January and with the surrounding buzz and eagerness of their fanbase, it's in their best interest. However, Google, a large competitor to Apple is interested in introducing a tablet device as well. Possibly called the "Courier", it posesses a bulkier design (using two screens over the iSlate's one) and a less jazzy name than the mock ups of the iSlate. The rumors circulating are just that however, and the most recent one states that the deice is scheduled to relese in June later this year.

Tonight is also rumored to be the official announcement of the Courier, as Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer is giving a keynote in Las Vegas. Google is taking the more open approach to their marketing; an official video detailing the device has hit the web and if announced tonight, that would make this tablet officially announcement previous to the iSlate's. I guess we'll find out tomorrow morning.

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1 comments

David Culp   says January 7, 2010 at 1:52 PM

Is Google partnering with Microsoft on this device? I thought it was just an MS product. I watched the Gizmodo video that demonstrates how it might be used. It looks cool, but I have to wonder if the market for this will be willing to purchase a Microsoft hardware device. It seems to me that this is Apple's traditional territory, and those interested in such a device would be much more willing to go with Apple. I suppose that's why MS is trying to get this out before Apple's tablet. It should be interesting to see how it pans out.

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