Is the HP Slate Also Dead?
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On the heels of rumors that Microsoft is killing plans for its “Courier” tablet, TechCrunch is reporting that HP is also ditching its Slate tablet.
HP is reportedly not happy with Windows 7 as a tablet operating system, according to TechCrunch sources.
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer first showed off an un-named HP tablet at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES). He provided few details on the device other than to say that it would be Windows 7-based, have a touch screen, and be available this year. In a short demo, Ballmer pulled up a Kindle app in full color and showed off the device’s touch capabilities.
Earlier this month, Engadget said the HP Slate would be priced at $549.
UPDATE: An HP spokeswoman said in an e-mail that “we don’t comment on rumors or speculation.”
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