Tablet News: ACA Digital Releases XT1100 Rugged Tablet PC, Raon Digital Unveils the Everun UMPC, SanDisk Launches 64GB Solid State Drives

[Tiffany Boggs]

ACA Digital Releases XT1100 Rugged Tablet PC

ACA Digital's rugged XT1100 Tablet PC has been cleared by the FCC, which means it will be on sale in the U.S.soon. There are many other competitors already in the rugged market, but I guess ACA Digital isn't afraid to test the waters.

The XT1100 has a 1GHz Via Eden processor, 10.4" SVGA/XGA TFT LCD, integrated WLAN, Bluetooth and GPS and up to 2GB of memory. All of this comes packed in a military compliant magnesium alloy casing, so it's ready for the outdoors. There is no word yet on pricing or availability, but you can check out ACA's website for a full spec sheet.

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Azentek's New UMPC Available in July

GottaBeMobile had a chance to speak with a representative from Azentek to get the down-low on their newest UMPC named AxSS (pronounced Access). It will run a VIA C7M 1.2GHz processor, have a 80GB 2.5” HDD and a 7" (800x400) TFT display. According to them the AxSS will be released in mid-July.

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Raon Digital Unveils the Everun UMPC

Raon Digital recently released their newest UMPC, the Everun. The Everun will sport a 600MHz AMD Geode processor, a 4.8" touchscreen display, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and HSDPA. This little UMPC has been the talk of the town and there is even a promo video of the Everun in action on You Tube.

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Targus Introduces New Corporate Traveler Notebook Cases

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Targus announced today five new Corporate Traveler Notebook Cases, which are designed with the frequent business traveler in mind. The new top-loading cases feature Targus' patented SafePort Air Cushion System for maximum notebook protection.

The cases are lightweight and offer plenty of storage options for accessories, chargers or hard copy files. All of the cases can hold notebooks up to 15.4" and they range in price from $79.99-$129.99.

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SanDisk Launches 64GB Solid State Drives

SanDisk recently expanded its line of solid state drive (SSD) products with the introduction of a 64GB SSD aimed at both enterprise users and early adopter consumers such as gamers. SanDisk 1.8-inch UATA 5000 and 2.5-inch SATA 5000 SSD products, which already are available in a 32GB capacity, are compatible as drop-in replacements for hard disk drives in most mainstream notebook computers.

SanDisk SSD products are available now to manufacturers. The company plans to offer 64GB engineering samples in the third quarter, with mass production planned to commence prior to the end of the year.

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[tymoteusz]

SSD 32GB cost - $2999
I will wait for better price for consumers.
I think in few years this will be best for notebooks - longer battery life

[Spare Tire]

Compact flash cost a lot less than that, so just buy an adaptor and stick that in.

[SimsHsia]

PNY is coming out with a 128 GB SSD drive and a 256 GB SSD drive by this October for $1,000 and $2,000, respectively.

[tymoteusz]

Better but still expensive.