New Gadget 2011

Huawei has just issued the press release regarding its MediaPad , the Chinese company's big new attempt at a mass-market Android tablet. The exciting news is it's running the �Honeycomb� tablet version of Android, with Huawei claiming the MediaPad will arrive running �Android 3.2?. Which could happen.

The MediaPad is powered by a dual-core Qualcomm processor, supports Flash Player and has dual cameras, with a 5megapixel one around the back. Given Huawei's excellent track record in delivering the goods for a nice price, this might just be the monster tablet smash Android needs.

Huawei says the MediaPad will be launching is �select markets� from Q3 of this year. We're excited about it. Here's the press release:

Huawei Unveils MediaPad � World�s First 7-inch Android 3.2 Dual-Core Tablet

. Huawei today launched the Huawei MediaPad, the world�s first 7-inch Android 3.2 Honeycomb tablet. More details and product specs can be found on our Facebook tab and across Huawei Device�s social media channels.

. The MediaPad is Huawei Device�s smartest, slimmest and lightest tablet yet, measuring just 10.5mm (0.4 inches) deep and weighing around 390g (0.86 pounds).

. The MediaPad is a complete entertainment powerhouse driven by Qualcomm�s dual-core 1.2GHz processor and supported by Huawei Device�s Hi-Space cloud solution and Google Android market.

. It supports 1080P full HD video playback and features a 1.3 megapixel front facing camera and 5 megapixel auto focus rear facing HD camera, with HD video recording capabilities.

. With HSPA+ 14.4Mbps and high-speed WiFi 11n Internet connectivity, the MediaPad doesn�t just entertain � it keeps you connected.

. The MediaPad supports HSPA+ data services, Flash 10.3 videos and comes preinstalled with applications such as Facebook, Twitter, Let's Golf and Documents to Go.

. Availability: The MediaPad will be available in selected markets from Q3 2011.

Attributed to Victor Xu, Chief Marketing Officer of Huawei Device

�With the Huawei MediaPad, we are demonstrating yet again that design, functionality and performance is within anyone�s reach. The 7-inch tablet remains the preferred size for portability and Honeycomb Android 3.2 is dedicated to enhance the full potential of 7-inch tablets. Huawei is very pleased to be the first to offer this package to consumers globally.� said Victor Xu, Chief Marketing Officer of Huawei Device. �The MediaPad opens up new worlds of entertainment for consumers by removing the barriers to tablet ownership, enabling access to a truly high-quality mobileentertainment experience fully integrated with cloud-based internet content.�
source: Eurodroid