CISCO creates Android based Tablet PC

CISCO CEO John Chambers has unveiled a new Tablet PC they have been working on – The Cisco Cius.

This is expected to be the first business tablet designed for mobile access and work.

The device has a virtual desktop and telecommunication system, front facing 720p HD camera and a second – expected for video calls, and a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera. The screen is 7-inch screen weighing only 1.15 pounds – smaller than the iPad.

The Cius runs a modified version of the Google Android operation system, has 3G/4G data compatibility and makes use of several Cisco collaboration tools such as Cisco Quad, Cisco Show and Share, WebEx, Presence, and IM.

Customer trials will commence soon but is not expected to launch officially in the US till early 2011, and worldwide sometime after that.

For more information on this new product go to: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps11156/index.html