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Apple wanted a 'level playing field' for publishers

In testimony before the US Department of Justice, Apple said it wanted to even the odds for publishers big and small with its ebook store.

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Seagate reveals 5mm Laptop Ultrathin HDD in Android tablet

The new Seagate drive offers a low-cost alternative to SSDs and is targeted for use in ultrathin notebooks and tablets.

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Microsoft Surface Pro

The Surface Pro's gutsy design successfully reinvents the Windows 8 laptop by cramming an ultrabook experience into the body of a 10-inch tablet.

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Rumour: Apple gearing up for an iPad Maxi launch

A Korean website is reporting that Apple will be launching a 12.9-inch iPad Maxi in 2014.

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Kindle Fire HD tablet, app store now available in Australia

Amazon's Kindle Fire HD tablets, released in the US last year, are finally now shipping to Australian buyers — and with them, access to Amazon's Appstore.

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Sony announces large-format, flexible e-reader

Sony Japan has announced the biggest E Ink reader to hit the market, with a 13.3-inch flexible display.

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Vodafone switches on its 4G network

The telco is now offering 4G in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Newcastle and Wollongong. 1

Intel whips out quad-core Surface-like tablet, runs Android

The chip giant has shown off a sleek, fast tablet sporting its quad-core Bay Trail chip during a Computex keynote. 2

Sony refreshes Vaio range with Haswell chips

Sony unveils the fourth-gen Intel powered Vaio Pro Ultrabook and the next look Duo 13. 2

Apple wanted a 'level playing field' for publishers

In testimony before the US Department of Justice, Apple said it wanted to even the odds for publishers big and small with its ebook store.

LG launches ultrabook and hybrid tablet in Australia

LG's convertible Tab-Book and Z360 Ultrabook will hit Australian retail in July.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 gets new 8- and 10.1-inch models

The added models should give Samsung entry points into a wider range of the tablet market. They'll be available early this month.

Seagate reveals 5mm Laptop Ultrathin HDD in Android tablet

The new Seagate drive offers a low-cost alternative to SSDs and is targeted for use in ultrathin notebooks and tablets.

Acer reveals new ultrabooks, 8-inch Windows 8 tablet

A small tablet, two ultrabooks and a new all-in-one round up Acer's hardware news from Computex in Taipei.

Intel chip for Samsung's next Galaxy Tab

Samsung is opting for an Intel chip in its next Galaxy Tab, which makes for an unusual partnership.

Rumour: Apple gearing up for an iPad Maxi launch

A Korean website is reporting that Apple will be launching a 12.9-inch iPad Maxi in 2014. 1

TechProbe: HP Elitepad volunteers wanted

Looking for a chance to test drive the HP Elitepad Windows 8 Pro tablet for CNET Australia's TechProbe? We need a few special people to take one for a spin. 2

Samsung to unveil new Galaxy, Ativ devices on 20 June

Next month's event in London is expected to debut new gadgets running on the Android and Windows 8 operating systems.

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Microsoft Surface Pro

The Surface Pro's gutsy design successfully reinvents the Windows 8 laptop by cramming an ultrabook experience into the body of a 10-inch tablet. 3
Review | Tablets

Samsung Galaxy Note 8

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a stunning tablet with a truly useful stylus, but it's not worth AU$460 unless you're an artist or prefer pen input. 6
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Kobo Aura HD

Kobo has announced the limited-edition Aura HD, a new e-reader with a front light, longer battery life and the company's very first HD display.
Review | Tablets

Belkin Ultimate Keyboard Case

If you crave complete protection and a really sharp design, the Belkin Ultimate Keyboard Case is the best we've seen.
Review | Tablets

Razer Edge Pro

The Razer Edge Pro is the Swiss Army knife of gaming tablets, but you'll need to make a few compromises for the experience. 2
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Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2

This Windows 8 tablet from Lenovo scores with great industrial design and battery life, but adding practically required accessories makes the ThinkPad Tablet 2 very expensive for what you get.