Intel Creates 10-Inch Tablet Design For Education
The company wants partners to build the educational device
Intel has introduced a ten-inch tablet reference design made specifically for education purposes. The device, simply called ‘Intel Education tablet’, is based on an Atom chip, runs Android 4.0 and comes pre-loaded with Intel Education Software.
Intel hopes that its tablet design, delivered by local vendors, will enable collaborative learning and make the classroom a more exciting place.
For the kids
At the heart of the Intel Education tablet is a dual-core Intel Atom Z2460 chip. The device features front- and rear-facing cameras, a stylus, integrated speakers and microphones to “bring interactive, multimedia content into learning”.
The tablet’s screen is equipped with shock-absorbers for those little shaky hands, and it weighs just 680 grams. The battery will power the device for 6.5 hours – plenty of time to finish any educational activity.
The additional learning tools accompanying the tablet include e-Reader capability, science, exploration and data analysis applications, painting tools and accessories, snap-on magnification lens and plug-in thermal probe.
Intel’s educational software is nothing to be sniffed at. For example, its Lab Camera can capture time-lapse imagery, serve as a microscope, and be set up with a motion trigger. ArtRage allows to work with effects including watercolour, ink pen, pencil, sticker spray and more, while SPARKvue allows to analyse the world through the tablet’s built-in sensors.
For teachers, the company offers software to manage the tablet fleet, McAfee Mobile Security suite and something called ‘theft deterrent’ measures.
Intel already offers an Education tablet with a seven-inch screen, Atom Z2420 chip, Android 4.1 OS and nearly 8 hours of battery life.
“ Intel remains committed to helping teachers and students achieve better results through the development of complete solutions that span the hardware, software and digital content required for a 21st century learning experience,” said John Galvin, vice president of Intel’s Sales and Marketing Group and general manager of Intel Education.
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