Preview: Motorola Corvair 6-inch Android 2.3 tablet, works as TV remote control

First look

Dubbed as a “Dedicated controller for the connected,” the recently announced Motorola Corvair 6 inch tablet is surrounded by a mystery. Most people are confused about the ‘controller-connected’ issue. But we believe that this 6 inch, Android 2.3 tablet will probably control your television. It might be the first tablet to act as a remote control for your television (although Samsung Galaxy S II can also control Samsung Smart TV). It is also expected that this new tablet will be officially launched in a few days and will come with the similar IR technology that would also serve as the built-in technology for XOOM 2.

Motorola Corvair 6-inch Android 2.3 tablet

What’s new?

Motorola is recently obsessed by the Android software and it should be, after all, the software is making waves in the market. Therefore, Corvair will also come with Android operating system. Unlike other tablets, this tablet might be designed specifically for the living room as it can control your television. Moreover, the device can communicate with other devices using Wi-Fi and IR technology. The tablet is also expected to have a battery capacity of 4000mAH indicating that it might have a strong battery life, so that you don’t have to run around the house for charging it. But at the same time, the product specifications have not been revealed, therefore, one has to keep wondering about how the tablet would be shaped and what features it will possess.

What’s been refreshed?

The tablet may still be in its infancy as its specifications have not been revealed yet. But we assume that the tablet would have a refreshing look and finish that will distinguish it from other competing tablets in the market. Since, it is going to incorporate the remote control technology (IR control and RF4CE), hence, it would be interesting to see whether the tablet would just be a fancy remote control or also serve different purposes. It is speculated that the product would be low cost and in-budget. We believe that it would be interesting to see an efficient tablet making waves in the market with its affordable price.

Features walkthrough

This tablet may just find its way into the home automation box, as it is rumored that the tablet would be tailor made for living rooms. People are also wondering that the product might be mirroring its display on television screen, connecting itself to your LED television set. A long battery life with 4000mAH battery could be an added advantage. If it can easily communicate with different devices, then this tablet could be an easy hit in the market.

What’s good?

It is powered by an Android operating system; we assume that this would be good. It is also speculated that the product will run on dual core or better processor that would enable faster responsiveness and processing. A dedicated web browser could be an excellent addition. Corvair is being tested by some cable providers, so we assume that the product would also be something more than just a remote control taking technological innovation to a new level.

What’s not so good?

If the product isn’t laced with good features, then it will simply become a fancy remote controller. Now that is not so good. The leaked pictures on internet show that the tablet is possibly heavy. This can be a potential downfall as people want a more sleek but sturdy tablet. Another potential downfall could be the processor. If the processor isn’t good and the RAM is low, then the snappiness and responsiveness associated with tablets would not be available in this tablet. Moreover, if the product is priced more or similar to its competitors, then it might just face hard days in the market.

Price and availability

The official price or launch date for the tablet has not been revealed by the organization. But people are dying to buy a tablet that’s affordable and incorporates good features. Therefore, it would be good if the product is priced low and comes under budget. If Motorola is interested to carve its niche in the world of tablets, then this product should be priced less for the benefits of consumers as well as the company.

Wrap-up

Certainly, the leaked pictures and rumored information about the product is creating waves in the market. People are eagerly waiting for its launch as the product seems to have a lot of features. It is good to have a tablet that can control your television, but that is not the only thing that people want. What they want is a tablet that comes with innumerable features, sleek looks and offers good competition to the tablets by Apple and Samsung. Hope that all the wait is worth it!