We-Pad: Apple gets competition
Apple's new tablet computer is facing competition. The Berlin-based company Neofonie has unveiled the WePad, a device designed to be a genuine alternative to the iPad thanks to its open platform. The project is backed by Ringier and the Hamburg-based publisher Gruner + Jahr.
The WePad not only has access to all apps. According to Neofonie, the new tablet computer will also run all Linux programs, including image editing and StarOffice. In contrast to the iPad, WePad also supports Adobe's Air technology. This should make the device particularly interesting for business customers. According to the makers, over 20,000 pre-orders have already been received. The sales launch is planned for June.
Two media partners have pledged their support for the project: The Ringier publishing group will distribute a "WeMagazine" version of Schweizer Illustrierte and Cicero, which is published in Germany, in a first wave, according to the industry service Meedia. Gruner + Jahr, publisher of Stern, has already developed a corresponding eMagazine.
Two media partners have pledged their support for the project: The Ringier publishing group will distribute a "WeMagazine" version of Schweizer Illustrierte and Cicero, which is published in Germany, in a first wave, according to the industry service Meedia. Gruner + Jahr, publisher of Stern, has already developed a corresponding eMagazine.
