As I See Tech

The PC as we know it is competing with itself. However, the competition is in a form that delivers the modern needs of most modern users. Truly, the current generation's exposure to mobile gadgets over the years have broken the barrier between mobility and the typical, or classic, PC experience.

Despite Microsoft's early efforts since early 2000 through the Windows Tablet PC, the tablet personal computer can never seem to pick up. However, the trend was changed in 2009 when Apple released the iPad, which is the first true successful tablet -- Steve Jobs even claims that Apple today has 90% share of the tablet computing market! 2011 is marked by a boom of new tablet products, most of which are running Google's Android OS. With the release of iPad 2 though, Apple maintains its significance... with a price to beat!

There are things that we wanted to do as quickly as possible motivated by some reasoning that may had been justifiable at that time as manageable risks, but are now turning out to be just plainly panic driven. I am guessing that's what happened with Motorola Xoom which is now garnering a lot of negative criticisms since launch that include Motorola's stupid act of promising 3G-to-4G upgrades without any clear plans; Motorola's obviously devious overpricing; and Motorola's questionable case on the use of an already registered brand/trademark.

CES 2011 is invaded by Androids! Started today in Las Vegas, the first day news coverages are mostly about Android, 4G and more Androids. As expected, there'll be a lot of touchscreen devices at CES 2011...  but the Android theme is in the air. New players are venturing into releasing new product lines in 2011, and, yes, they mostly involve a lot of Androids. Many new 4G phones and tablets announced are also using Android.

2010 celebrated a lot of announcements for new technologies for 2011. From new computer designs to more green-oriented technologies, 2011 is an exciting year for new products that can truly help improve our lives. Here's a quick list of what I have so far...

2010 has been a great year for technology in general affecting various sectors and cultural groups around the world. Here is As I See Tech's rundown of the best technologies for desktop and mobile computers that made remarkable achievements in 2010...

Products with a specific targeted market can always spell success. Sometimes, capturing a niche in the market is always the best way to compete. If the Apple iPad and Samsung Galaxy Tab target the general consumers; and the HP Slate 500 and RIM Blackberry Playbook target the business users; then the Kno , a new product entry in the tablet market, targets the students.

In preparation for the holiday season, there are people shortlisting a selection of computers to buy or upgrade to. The list may include desktop, laptop and tablet/slate computers. Here's a rundown of some of the popular items to choose from.

Did you ever wish your notebook is thinner, lighter, powerful AND cheaper? Then the Macbook Air is for you! Actually, to say that an Apple product is "cheaper" comes in as a surprise. Compared to a netbook, the MacBook Air is actually more expensive. However, with specs that could match a notebook, the 2010 release of MacBook Air becomes an attractive and competitive piece starting at $999. This price is rare for a product that can truly claim to be the slimmest, yet powerful, laptop.

Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 features a unique experience called the Metro UI . This design philosophy drives the content-centric designs initially implemented to Windows Media Center and Zune. By bringing the Metro UI to Windows Phone, Microsoft is able to fully differentiate themselves in the mobile phone business.

I just read a transcript of Steve Job's recent speech delivered while celebrating Apple's recent $20 billion quarter news. There were some truths to his statements, but mostly, they were direct attacks to Apple's competitors. It's not unusual for a company to make compelling statements about its competitors. However, it should never be taken lightly -- specially when it could potentially affect the confidence of your customers, partners and stakeholders. I personally call this "acid marketing". A company drops an "acid". It could corrupt everything it touches as it spreads, unless someone would do something to neutralize the acid. By the time all of the acid has been neutralized, it is possible that the damages already done by the acid are irreversible.

Here's a quick run down of some exciting new products to save up for the holidays. Mobile Apple iPhone 4 , Blackberry Torch , Samsung Galaxy S , HTC phones w/ Windows Phone 7 Tablet Apple iPad , Samsung Galaxy Tab , HP Slate w/ WebOS or Windows 7 TV Sony Bravia XDR HX909 Series 3D , Samsung Class 9000 Series 3D LED HDTV , Vizio TruLED LCD HDTV , Sony Google TV Camera Canon PowerShot SX30 IS , Canon EOS 60D , Nikon COOLPIX P100 , Nikon D7000 eReader Amazon Kindle , Barnes & Noble Nook Personally, I still have Modu , Hasselblad or Leica in my "forever" wish list. What's in your list?

RIM 's Blackberry has always been about enabling business. Now, RIM announces the Playbook , a touchscreen tablet, also targeting the business user market.

The computer has grown from replacing the typewriter into a productivity, entertainment and information powerhouse. Somehow, it is natural for the keyboard to be considered standard to come with a computer. Even when cellphones grew to becoming computer-like, it is almost expected for the keyboard (or QWERTY keypad) to find its way into those little devices. If we are so used to the idea that a computer should have a keyboard, how long would it take for the market to fully adopt a keyboard-less computer? Although touch screen devices are popular nowadays, the tablet and slate (and pad ) form factor of the computer is still suffering a slow adoption from customers. Besides being more expensive -- which I think should change -- it is almost unimaginable for most people to use a keyboard-less computer. It's possible, but most people believe it's impossible to live without. The tablet/slate/pad is perhaps the coolest form factor for a computer. It is mobile, flat and simple. ...