Skypad Protos Out Update: Gemini Up for sale

Amazon.com: SKYTEX Technology Inc. Skypad SX-SP970A 9.7-Inch Tablet (Black): Electronics


Okay so I was a bit excited in my haste to post this that I only included a link and now am featuring the specs added by Skytex and the Gemini is available to be bought for $169 which is very shocking (not to be confused with the Skypad Alpha 2 on the official Skytex website for $169. The Skypad Protos is not available for sale or pre-order currently and is featuring the same specs as said on the website except this time around (per my suggestion) they have included a 5mp rear camera that should make this all the more IpadHD competitor. Some people have scoffed saying that this can not possible be the real thing but according to the model numbers on the Gemini and Protos we have enough information to believe this is the real deal and are waiting on a statement from Skytex. Also the specs on the Gemini deviated from what we were lead to believe: first instead of Bluetooth 4.0 it is listed as 2.0, second it says it has a full USB 2.0 port on the tablet which is hard to believe for a budget Android tab, third which really are just questions I have are that is says it has a mini HDMI 1.4 and optimized Wi- Fi which means usually it is going to be a hard plastic backing or it will feature an aluminum backing with two wi-fi radios instead of one.
Update: We have word from a company spokesperson that the Gemini and Protos will be up for order next week!

We do have the Protos and Gemini as pre-orders on our site but shipments are not expected to go out until the 2nd week of July

 Gemini will be available for puchase next week.

These are two of the statements made to us. Sadly no word about the Protos.

Skypad Alpha 2 Q and A

Okay since I have been hearing some of questions about the Skypad Alpha 2 I decided to take some time and answer them.
Q: What accessories is their for the Skypad Alpha 2 and where can I get them?
 A: The main vault for all of your accessory needs is skytex.com defiantly. The many accessories are the carrying case that doubles as a stand (no more of the little "dock" anymore), a handy car charger, resourceful screen protector, and a USB OTG adapter which makes the mini USB port a full size USB port.
Q: When does the ICS Android 4.0 update come out?
A: The official 4.0 update has not come out even though it was scheduled for a mid-March release date. If your are proficient in computer use you can upgrade to the 4.0 beta. It will delete all of your current data so you will have to store it on your computer or flash drive. Directions and download link can be found here.
Q: Why does my Skypad Alpha 2 come up 1 GHZ instead of 1.2?
A: That most likely is a software glitch and will be fixed with the new 4.0 beta version or a software update.
Q: Can I get the Android Market (Google Play) on the Skypad Alpha 2?
A: Yes it has been done and still can through downloading the Google Service Framework and downloading the android market and walaha!!
If you have anymore questions I compel you to leave a question below and it will be expediently answered. I guarantee it! Or you can go to http://www.skypadtablets.com/ and post in the forum and any questions you have will be answered. Also from Mike Manhana http://androidtabletzone.the-talk.net/c2-atz-forums-skytex-skypad-alpha2-zone is an excellent place for custom ROM's and such.

The battle of Two's

                                    Skypad Alpha 2 vs. Ipad2
      I finally decided to review the Skypad Alpha 2 vs. the Ipad2. I waited to make this battle because the original Skypad Alpha was too low on specs to think about competing with the Ipad 2. Now with an upgraded app market, faster processor, capacitive screen, and hdmi cable we can think this beautiful sleek device can compete with the bigger more well known Ipad 2. Also another thing to look forward to is an upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwhich. This device will be a definite hit and a smash in the budget market.

 1. Multimedia

     The Ipad2 is locked and loaded with the IOS app market holding 500,000 apps. Even though it has all that only a mere 140,000 are made for the Ipad. With a 9.7 inch capacitive screen with 3 points of touch this is great for slicing fruit and the pinch to zoom is very fluid. A much more known contemporary and very ferocious, but is extremely limited. Powered by a mere 1 GHZ dual core chip and 512 MB of RAM come on people get this in your head! Let my not forget the lack of SD and hdmi ports! On the side of the Skypad Alpha 2 we see a foreign app market called 1Mobile. Do not be afraid for it sports over 200,000 applications all free! With a 7 inch 5 finger multi touch screen you can bet your bottom dollar this is a death match. Packing a 1.2 GHZ ARM Cortex 8 processor and the same GPU in the Samsung Galaxy Tab, and 512 MB of Ram this is made for gaming. Also it has the ability to stream through its hdmi port 3D stereoscopic files. Something many devices wish they could do. With this battle I reluctantly say the Alpha 2 wins the day!

2. The Long Haul

     Don't we all love a device that can last that long road trip? With the Ipad you get 10 hours of goody goodness. With the Skypad Alpha 2 you get between 4-6 hours of playtime. Also with a car charger accessory you will be able to charge back up fully in one hour!
                                                                      3. Camera
     The camera situation is defiantly better on the Ipad. With a 2mp front and 3mp rear 720p it is a lot better. What you should consider is the Skypad Alpha 2 has a new .3mp camera which is a heck lot better than the old 1.3 in low light conditions. I leave that decision to y'all.
                                                                      Final decision
     My final decision is the Alpha2 is an excellent choice for teens, tweens, and people on a budget. It is only beaten by the camera and size situation. Also with Android 4.0 update you will not miss IOS. So if you want   an excellent e-reader with 5 points of touch great processor and stellar graphics go with the Alpha2. If you want a big device for who knows what go with the Ipad 2.