http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/ Engadget Comments for http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 1:49PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Specs are here - http://cruzreader.com/specs2.php]]>Jul 13th 2010 1:50PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
Anyone else not give a damn about these tablets? Who is actually buying them?]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:20PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/I bought a Pandigital Novel, that you may have seen here on Engadget. I got it for ~$85 after a slew of discounts, which I was more than willing to pay for something I can surf, watch, listen to without breaking out my work laptop on the couch, in the bathroom, etc. So I guess to answer your question, I do.]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:30PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:54PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
I am likely waiting for the Win7 Netbook slates that will be coming in Q4, I guess.]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:57PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 3:09PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 3:27PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
Resistive vs. capacitive screens, I'm guessing.
]]>Jul 13th 2010 5:52PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Watch the video, you can tell they are not sufficient... ]]>Jul 13th 2010 10:00PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
GLad to see the comments everyone. In all fairness, the video shown here was done a while ago and used for some training for our sales reps and some customer demos. I assure everyone that the touch is MUCH improved over the video response.

Here's another quick video tour the Richmond Newspaper shot and edited. It shows the improved response and speed, although I am in serious need of sleep and a haircut!http://www2.timesdispatch.com/business/2010/jul/13/velo13-ar-290088/

Also, we will announce the OS shortly, please stay tuned.

Lastly, we are not trying to make another $500 tablet. We made the decision with the Reader to focus on the best product under $200, and when you see the final product, you will see we did a great job. For the tablet, more RAM, more storage, more horsepower, and a nice capacitive screen for under $300 was the goal, and we think it's going to be perfect for a LOT of people.

Again - Thanks for the interest!]]>Jul 14th 2010 12:35AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/]]>Jul 13th 2010 1:49PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/If someone can do it, it is them. Their PCs are awesome.]]>Jul 13th 2010 5:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 1:50PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 1:50PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 1:50PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
There are two versions, the CRUZ Reader and the CRUZ Tablet.

The CRUZ Reader features a 'premium' resistive (800x600/4x3) at US 199.99, and the CRUZ Tablet has a capacitive (800x480/16x9) screen for US 299.99.]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:07PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:21PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:31PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Probably has a resistive screen that's works as well as the n900 there are different levels of resistive touch screen. Some are literal veal while some are heaven]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:48PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 4:24PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 1:51PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
Also, does it just seem like every Android tablet demo seems like they are painstakingly pressing the poor little screens into submission? "So, just touch here... no wait... touch HERE... wait... HERE... Ok! Yeah, see and then you just start reading. Then you can turn the page... wait... turn... the.. page... (lemme press a little harder)...."

Crazy! Somebody show me something I can actually spend money on!]]>Jul 13th 2010 1:55PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:43PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 1:55PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 1:57PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:02PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:04PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:07PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
Also, the specs mention neither the version of Android that will be shipped nor the processor.]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:07PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/That is due to the change in aspect ratio. The $199 resistive screen has a 4:3 ratio, while the $299 capacitive screen is a 16:9 ratio (widescreen) device.]]>Jul 13th 2010 4:52PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
From the looks of it, the Cruz Tablet is likely to be the first true next-gen Android device of its class. It will definitely be interesting to see it when it ships next month!]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:09PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
It looks like an alright tablet, but nothing mind-blowing. ]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:33PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:47PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:22PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:33PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:49PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:49PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:57PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:46PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 2:48PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Unfortunately, this does not appear to be it, unless the tablet version gets a higher res screen and Froyo. I can't imagine dropping $300 on an android tablet without the latest OS. Maybe someone will have something competitive by the time the next iPad rolls around with facetime capability.]]>Jul 13th 2010 2:50PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 3:04PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
I want something that runs OneNote and a web browser (and little else), lets me mark up PDF's and stuff, has a couple of USB ports with TWAIN and printer support with an interface that gets the hell outta my way. Oh and is reasonably priced. Why is this such an unattainable dream?

Had a guy offer to bribe me with an iPad the other day. I honestly didn't even consider it, and not because I have morals or anything. I just don't want one. I would have just loaded it up with Spongebob episodes and given it to my kids. ]]>Jul 13th 2010 3:20PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
What you are talking about is not a consumer level device, and will never be at a "nice price" You need to look at the motion J3500. Superb kit which does everything you say, but its hardly cheap. Dont ever expect anything new with a digitiser for handwriting support to be sub $1000. ]]>Jul 15th 2010 10:12AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/Jul 13th 2010 3:43PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/13/velocity-micro-shows-off-199-cruz-reader/
Lets hope that you Fandroiders will have better luck with the next Ipad clone ;o)]]>Jul 13th 2010 3:46PM