Handango adds a Tablet PC catalog of software

[Bob Russell]

Tablet PC in increasingly becoming a significant player in the mobile computing world. Bill Gates says he has staked his reputation on tablets, and we can surely look forward to smaller sized tablets in the near future for increased mobility.

According to Handango's press release, "Since the launch of Tablet PCs in 2002, more than one million devices have been shipped. According to IDC, Tablet PC shipments are predicted to rise more than 85 percent in the next two years, creating a rich market for Tablet PC software.... "

Now Handango has announced that, in conjunction with Microsoft, they are providing a catalog of Tablet PC titles for download at Handango's site and the Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Software Store.

"'As the leader in mobile content, Tablet PC is a natural market for Handango. Handango's strength is in creating marketplaces for digital products, and with our entry into this market, Tablet PC owners now have a single place to discover and purchase great software,' said Randy Eisenman, chief executive officer and president of Handango. 'Our partners in the mobile ecosystem will benefit from this initiative as well. Tablet PC manufacturers now have a way to capitalize on the growth of Tablet PC software by using Handango's platform, Handango AMPP, while developers will gain access to the millions of customers who visit Handango's network of channels on a monthly basis.'"

It becomes clearer every day that mobile computing is the future!