[Discuss] Boston Linux Meeting Reminder, Tomorrow Wednesday, August 17, 2011 Android Tablet Wars: An Overview

[gaf at blu.org (Jerry Feldman)]

When: August 17, 2011 7PM (6:30PM for Q&A)
Topics:  Android Tablet Wars: An Overview
Moderators: Brian DeLacey, Jerry Feldman, Tom Sohmers,
Kurt Keville,Matt Wendorf
Location: MIT Building E51, Room 335

We explore the various Android tablet devices that just hit the market

Jerry Feldman will showcase the Barnes & Noble Color Nook, hacked to run
unlocked Android OS multi-booted. Matt Wendorf will cover the Motorola
Xoom. Brian DeLacey will demonstrate the Vizio tablet, from apps to
changing TV channels. Tom Sohmers will reveal some exceptional hacks for
Android tablets. Kurt Keville will showcase a stealth tablet.

The presenters will touch on the following areas for several Android
Tablets:

    * Android Version / Platform Customizations
    * Hardware Specs (RAM, SSD, Processor / Speed, Sensors,
      Battery Life, Screen size etc.)
    * Price / Purchase experience
    * Usage Scenarios and Application Demonstration
    * Surprises and Wish Lists

We will also have a "Tablet Show-and-Tell" discussion for any attendees
who would like to show off their Android tablets.


For further information and directions please consult the BLU Web site
http://www.blu.org
Please note that there is usually plenty of free parking in the E-51
parking lot at 2 Amherst St, or directly on Amherst St.

After the meeting we will adjourn to the official after meeting meeting
location at the Cambridge Brewing Company, 1 Kendall Square,
http://cambridgebrewing.com

-- 
Jerry Feldman <gaf at blu.org>
Boston Linux and Unix
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