World’s First Tablet Computer Launched

Wishtel announced the launch of the world’s first tablet computer to feature support for native Indian languages, providing millions of Indians, the opportunity to enjoy a rich computing, entertainment, and internet experience in their own native language for the first time. 

Designed and manufactured in India, Wishtel ‘IRA’ and ‘IRA Thing’, have been tailored to meet the specific needs of the Indian user and combine advanced multimedia, connectivity, and computing capabilities with a rich feature set in a sleek, light, yet highly durable device powered by the market-leading VIA WonderMedia PRIZM WM8650 ARM SoC. Milind Shah, CEO, Wishtel, said, 

“This launch is the first step in our long term vision of bringing people closer to technology by creating gadgets that truly touch their lives. “With the introduction of the IRA and IRA Thing, Wishtel is leading the way in driving tablet innovation in India,” commented Richard Brown, VP International Marketing, VIA Technologies, Inc. 

“The potential for these devices is breathtaking, particularly in areas such as education.”The tablets also come with a rich set of personal productivity, social media, communications, and entertainment apps, making them ideal solutions for a wide variety of home, educational, and corporate uses. 

These include an innovative eBook reader app that will allow users to enjoy eBooks in Hindi and other Indian languages on their device, as well as a growing range of course content for ICSE, CBSE and state boards plus engineering, medical, and other higher education offerings. 

Powered by the VIA WonderMedia PRIZM WM8650 SoC, the tablets are available nation-wide at prices between INR 4,000 to INR 5,500 through over 350 distribution and support centers. The main features includes High-resolution 7” capacitive and resistive touch screens,VIA WonderMedia PRIZM WM8650 ARM SoC,720p HD video support,802.11b/g WiFi, External microphone, 3.5mm earphone, internal stereo speakers,Built-in camera,Up to four hours battery life and Google Android 2.2.

Besides the above, a rich array of productivity, communications, social media, and entertainment apps, including Internet browser, email, word processor, photo album, music album, video player, Facebook, Twitter, and eBook reader will also be provided.