Overview

The Motorola Xoom is the first tablet to be released with the new Android 3.0 operating system (honeycomb). this version of Google's Android OS was designed specifically for the larger screen of the tablet computer. Previous tablets with Android have been released with Operating systems that had been modified from earlier editions which were designed for the mobile phone market.

The Xoom features a dual core 1Ghz Tegra processor from Nvidia, giving the Xoom powerful processing power, similar to that of the Ipad 2 from Apple. We will try to keep the Ipad comparisons to a minimum in this review because we feel the two tablets are aimed at slightly different markets. The Ipad is very pick up and use, user friendly but while the Apple way is a tried a tested and a very good way, with the Ipad its the only way. The Android platform brings some more customization and a more PC like experience to the market.

Back to the features then, with the 1Ghz CPU comes 1Gb of RAM which is enough to do the job for a tablet computer. Two cameras a 5 megapixel for taking photo's and recording 720p video and a 2 mega pixel camera on the front to allow video calling over programs such as Skype. The Xoom has its very own Facetime ability (although you can't use the real facetime app obviously). the 10.1 inch screen is great for watching movies and browsing the internet. There is currently only one storage size model available so all Xoom's come with 32Gb of internal storage.

The Motorola Xoom can either be purchased as a Wi-Fi only version where internet can be reached from any wi-fi source you can access or with 3G to allow you access to the internet from anywhere in the UK (coverage by network may vary)

Features

• Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) tablet, with software optimised for a bigger screen.
• 1280x800p 10.1" display, with 16:10 aspect ratio for immersive gaming & movie playback.
• HDMI out and full HD mirroring on your HDTV - what's on your tablet, is now on your TV.
• Dual core processor & dedicated graphics processing unit for fast, furious gaming.
• 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity for flexible internet access at blistering speeds (3g available on 3G models only)

So lets take a more in depth look into the Motorola Xoom, starting with its physical attributes

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Manufacturers Description

Motorola XOOM™ 3G is a fast, powerful tablet with all the features you need to stay entertained and get online on the go. It's one of the most feature-rich and exciting tablets yet.

Powered by Android™ 3.0 (Honeycomb)

With live widgets, richer notifications and a true multitasking manager, Android 3.0 makes it easy to enjoy your apps, movies, games and eBooks.

HD entertainment - at home or on the move.

See every detail in your favourite movies and family photos, on your tablet's stunning 10.1" HD display. You can also connect your Motorola XOOM tablet up to your HDTV, for a big screen experience that the whole family can share and enjoy.

App Happy

Get full access to fun and useful Android™ apps, as well as console-quality games and Google services, and discover something new everyday.

Web without limits

See the whole internet on your tablet, with every web page beautifully rendered on a fully optimised HD display that's powered by a dual core Nvidia® Tegra™ 2 processor.  You can enjoy rich Adobe® Flash content and open up to 8 tabs at once, flicking between Facebook™, email, iPlayer and YouTube™ without any lags or delays.

Shoot and share in an instant

You can turn special moments into lasting memories, with XOOM's 5 MP camera and 720p HD video recorder. Edit your photos on your tablet, view them in a slideshow, and upload them straight to YouTube, Facebook, FlickR or Picasa for everyone to enjoy. You can also snap self-portraits and make video calls using the 2 MP front-facing camera.

Let's get down to business

With a live multitasking panel that remembers your most recent activities and all the processing power of a true computer, Motorola XOOM 3G lets you work and play on the move. Gmail™, Google Docs, Microsoft® Exchange email and Quick Office™ support allow you to send and receive emails, create, view and edit documents, and then share them instantly with work colleagues.

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