Velocity Micro, a US computer builder, is getting into the tablet business with the just announced Cruz family of tablet and eReaders. Three models were unveiled: the Cruz Reader, the Cruz Tablet and the kid-friendly Cruz StoryPad.
“Since 1992, Velocity Micro has been dedicated to building remarkable consumer electronics,” said Randy Copeland, President and CEO of Velocity Micro. “With the development of the Cruz line, we were able to take those enthusiast sensibilities and package them for the mainstream consumer to create a product that’s not only amazing, but affordable as well.”
Specifications:
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Cruz Reader
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Cruz Tablet
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| Display |
7-inch TFT 800 x 600
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7-inch TFT 800 x 480
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| Touch Screen |
Premium Resistive
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Capacitive
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| OS |
Android
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Android
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| RAM |
256 MB
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512 MB
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| Storage |
256MB onboard / SDHC cards
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4GB onboard / SDHC cards
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| Included SD Card |
2 GB
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8 GB
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| Wi-Fi |
802.11b/g
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802.11n
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| Accelerometer |
Yes
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Yes
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| Docking Station |
Yes
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Optional
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| Dimensions |
7.55" X 5.6" X .57"
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7.49" X 5.6" X .59"
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| Audio Playback |
MP3, WAV, AAC
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MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV
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| Video Playback |
MPEG-4, H.263, H.264
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MOV/AVI, MPEG-4, H.263, H.264
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| Reader Files |
ePub, PDF, TXT, HTML
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ePub, PDF, TXT, HTML
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The Cruz StoryPad is aimed at children, promising a drop resistant package and an intuitive touch interface. It will come with a 7-inch 800×600 touchscreen display, support for SD cards and preinstalled audio book content. It will be available in pink, blue, and green.
The Cruz Reader and StoryPad will be available in August for US$199.99 and US$149.99 respectively. The Cruz Tablet will follow in September and will sell for US$299.99.