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On-the-go gamers get new Tablet [Bizcommunity (South Africa)](Bizcommunity (South Africa) Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) SAN FRANCISCO, USA: US computer chip manufacturer Nvidia has launched a high-performance tablet aimed at gamers who want the convenience of a mobile device on whch to play games. The Nvidia Shield, with an eight-inch high-definition display, "was built specifically for gamers," according to the California company. The $299 gadget has an optional $40 cover that can be used as a kickstand. A wireless controller can be added for a further $60. "If you're a gamer and you use a tablet, the Nvidia Shield is specifically for you," said Jen-Hsun Huang, Nvidia's Co-founder and Chief Executive. "It delivers exceptional tablet performance and excellent gaming capabilities to keep even the most avid gamers deeply immersed, anywhere they play," he claimed The company launched a portable gaming device with a smaller screen and integrated controller last year. The new device allows for streaming of games from a desktop or notebook computer, or from the Nvidia cloud. It is based on the Android operating system to allow for Web browsing and other tablet features and has a stylus for drawing on the tablet surface. Source: AFP via I-Net Bridge All rights reserved. (c) 2014 Bizcommunity.com Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (Syndigate.info). |