IT’s ABOUT TIME – HP Slate alive and kicking

HP has announced the Slate 500, a Windows 7 tablet aimed at enterprise users.

“The new HP Slate 500 Tablet PC is designed specifically for business, enterprise and vertical customers looking for the mobility of a tablet, the familiarity of Microsoft Windows 7 and the ability to run custom or corporate applications”.

It comes equipped with:

* A 1.86GHz Intel Atom Z540 processor
* 2GB of RAM
* An 8.9 inch multi-touch display with 1024 x 600 pixel resolution
* A rear-facing 3 megapixel snapper and a front facing VGA camera
* HD video playback with HDMI output
* WiFi and Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity
* 64GB storage
* Up to 5 hours battery life

Pricing for the HP Slate Tablet PC is $799 U.S., and includes the HP Slate Digital Pen, HP Slate Dock, and HP Slate Portfolio.