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. 

Competition for Ipad 3??

Well we now have all seen the Ipad HD or Ipad 3 and we all hope to see some budget competition. Well in April 2012 the Skypad Protos will be coming out with a 3.2 mp rear and 1.3 front camera 1.2 ghz core full 1GB of ram, 10 hour battery life, and android 4.0. You can see all of the other features here.

Windows 8 Consumer Preview Download

Hey folks we know where to get the consumer preview!! follow the download link and leave comments! Download Link!

The Last Microsoft Keynote at CES

The upcoming CES event is sadly going to be the last CES conference that will feature a Microsoft keynote. Microsoft has reported that it will be more of a wrap up of the year rather than a full keynote. Even though the 32 inch Intel core i7 32" Exo desk made by Viewsonic is having debut there. Also their is a section for newbie companies to showcase their finest equipment. Maybe Fusion Garage will bring the Grid10 and Grid4 phone. Also the small possibility that the Windows store will be showcased their still stands along with a video bloggers dream. I suggest checking out phone dog, Engadget, Goodereader, Minipcpro, and Netbook news because I know they are sending out someone to check out the latest equipment. The death of CES will be disappointing to many who wanted to make the pilgrimage to this almost holy site in the world of tech. We can be sure Android will be wanting to puff out their chest with ICS (Ice Cream Sandwhich) the latest update to the now popular mobile phone OS. Microsoft will also try to save the Windows Phone project. Being in the small portion due to Apple and Android downing it greatly. Everyone I talk to always says they think about getting one but will not because they heard bad news even though the average rating on amazon.com is 4.5 stars. Anyway the death of an old giant Symbian has occurred with the last phone the Nokia N9. So in my last words to Microsoft keynotes is farewell!!

Skypad Alpha 2 Out!!

Hello to all good Christmas shoppers. Today I just want to make a quick short announcement saying that the Skytex Skypad Alpha 2 is available to buy from their website today for an extremely low price of $219! You may only have 5 more days until Christmas is here but I guarantee it will arrive just in time I guarantee it. Also you will not want to miss out on getting the capacative screen, hdmi out, Android 2.3 (upgradable to 4.0 in the near future), and the 1Mobile market featuring over 200,000 apps! That is over 75% of all the apps in the Android Market and they are all free!! I greatly encourage y'all to get this brand new beautiful device!