Astak prototype with Android

Javed · 01-15-2010, 08:19 AM

I just came across this:

omro · 01-15-2010, 08:26 AM

Looks more like an oversized PDA than an ebook reader

Javed · 01-15-2010, 08:30 AM

They mention HD video. It doesn't seem that skinny.

kaas · 01-15-2010, 08:49 AM

Hmm,

maybe the rumored ebookreader /pmp with a pixelqi screen?

cheers,
kaas

QIbHom · 01-15-2010, 09:21 AM

That is some ugly hardware, but having the same software on my phone and reader would make me strangely happy.

Javed · 01-15-2010, 09:29 AM

From the limited amount of what I can see, the android on the touchscreen looks quite appealing.
Perhaps the case would look better in a graphite black rather than silver.

QIbHom · 01-15-2010, 11:04 AM

There is something about the buttons that reminds me of stereotypical little green men. I don't know why. But, since it does, I think it should be bright green.

Robertb · 01-15-2010, 03:26 PM

Dear All:

What you are seeing in the picture shown above is one of three prototypes of a new MID (Mobile Internet Device) coming from Astak. These were only prototypes and one was a lovely gloss black that was aesthetically pleasing. Yes, it is color and Android.

These devices are supposed to be in 7 inch and will do a lot more than read eBooks (although they will do that very nicely). The code name is "Astak Spectrum". It will have great color, a full web browser, have VOiP, run full color games and such, be a picture frame for slide shows, and a lot more. The MSRP is slated to be about $290

This is a fast-track project and could see sales in 2-3 months.

The one in the picture was a first prototype and not particularly handsome... but it worked great!

No... no pre-order date is set yet!

This is just another avenue that Astak is exploring as we grow.

Robertb · 01-15-2010, 03:48 PM

Dear All:

A bit more on Spectrum:

One of the protoypes was in Android. Two others are in Windows.

The Spectrum will likely have a camera on the back for taking pictures and will have a camera on the front for communication with friends.

LCD screen. Projected battery life about ten hours.

Remember... these are prototypes and we are hoping for Q2 release. Specs may change. Messenger is planned.

The reason I am sharing this is that I do not want rumours to start. It is too early in development to say too much more about it. I do think it is a great concept and it appears very much for real.

Javed · 01-15-2010, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robertb

These devices are supposed to be in 7 inch and will do a lot more than read eBooks (although they will do that very nicely). The code name is "Astak Spectrum". It will have great color, a full web browser, have VOiP, run full color games and such, be a picture frame for slide shows, and a lot more. The MSRP is slated to be about $290

Robert. Thanks for telling us a little about this. This seems like an excellent idea for a new device. It is great how Astak is looking at expanding their product range.

RobbK · 01-15-2010, 06:07 PM

wow where do we sign up for 1? must have shiny new device...........

AJ Starr · 01-15-2010, 06:11 PM

[quote=Robertb;742653]Dear All:

A bit more on Spectrum:

The Spectrum will likely have a camera on the back for taking pictures and will have a camera on the front for communication with friends.

/quote]

From the way you worded this, maybe it has a "cam" on the front for communications. Or does it have 2 cameras?

pshrynk · 01-16-2010, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robertb

Dear All:

A bit more on Spectrum:

One of the protoypes was in Android. Two others are in Windows.

The Spectrum will likely have a camera on the back for taking pictures and will have a camera on the front for communication with friends.

LCD screen. Projected battery life about ten hours.

Remember... these are prototypes and we are hoping for Q2 release. Specs may change. Messenger is planned.

The reason I am sharing this is that I do not want rumours to start. It is too early in development to say too much more about it. I do think it is a great concept and it appears very much for real.

Please. If you have any mercy about you and any influence on the decisions being made, do NOT allow a windows based OS to be made! I had a Treo w that I thought would run like my original Treo with Palm OS. WRONG! The Windows Mobile program spent most of the day looking for stupid updates and running the "Thumb Twiddle App" that sucked the battery life down to about two hours.

My Android replacement does everything that the Treo was supposed to do and only needs recharging every two to three days.

keng2000 · 01-16-2010, 10:45 AM

Surely, Most wanted Products for this year
1. Tablet/Slate (MACOSX, Windows7 with Multi Touch)
2. Smartbooks/MID , Netbooks/NetTop (Linux-Based/ANDROID/WinCE with Touchscreen)
3. eReader (Larger Screen with Touch and WIFI+3G)

wpeace · 01-17-2010, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robertb

Dear All:

A bit more on Spectrum:

One of the protoypes was in Android. Two others are in Windows.

The Spectrum will likely have a camera on the back for taking pictures and will have a camera on the front for communication with friends.

Robert, how will they compare with the Archos 5IT (other than the size)?

01-15-2010, 08:19 AM	#1
Javed Grand Sorcerer Posts: 10,270 Karma: 1126878541 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: Astak Pocket PRO, iPod Touch, PRS-650	Astak prototype with Android I just came across this:

01-15-2010, 03:26 PM	#8
Robertb Astak Director, Bus. Devl Posts: 2,560 Karma: 2500000 Join Date: Apr 2008 Device: Astak Pocket PRO	MID devices shown at CES Dear All: What you are seeing in the picture shown above is one of three prototypes of a new MID (Mobile Internet Device) coming from Astak. These were only prototypes and one was a lovely gloss black that was aesthetically pleasing. Yes, it is color and Android. These devices are supposed to be in 7 inch and will do a lot more than read eBooks (although they will do that very nicely). The code name is "Astak Spectrum". It will have great color, a full web browser, have VOiP, run full color games and such, be a picture frame for slide shows, and a lot more. The MSRP is slated to be about $290 This is a fast-track project and could see sales in 2-3 months. The one in the picture was a first prototype and not particularly handsome... but it worked great! No... no pre-order date is set yet! This is just another avenue that Astak is exploring as we grow.

01-15-2010, 03:48 PM	#9
Robertb Astak Director, Bus. Devl Posts: 2,560 Karma: 2500000 Join Date: Apr 2008 Device: Astak Pocket PRO	Three prototypes Dear All: A bit more on Spectrum: One of the protoypes was in Android. Two others are in Windows. The Spectrum will likely have a camera on the back for taking pictures and will have a camera on the front for communication with friends. LCD screen. Projected battery life about ten hours. Remember... these are prototypes and we are hoping for Q2 release. Specs may change. Messenger is planned. The reason I am sharing this is that I do not want rumours to start. It is too early in development to say too much more about it. I do think it is a great concept and it appears very much for real.

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