Sony’s Dash is another “tablet”, but of a different sort. While it has a 7-inch touchscreen and a touch-based interface, it won’t be like the Windows-based device like HP’s Slate (or Apple’s rumored “iSlate,” which will run on an Apple-designed OS). Described as a “personal internet viewer,” the Dash looks more like a souped-up digital photo frame more than a full-on tablet.
The Dash gives you instant access to thousands of online apps. Handy if you're willing to part with $200.
The interface is widget-based, with widgets that can display fresh online content from Chumby via a Wi-fi connection. The Dash’s design allows it to easily stand on a tabletop as well as lie flat on a lap, with built-in features that include USB ports and speakers for music and video playback. Built-in apps include a clock and internet radio tuner, but thousands of available apps also gives it access to Facebook and Twitter, YouTube videos, email, news and live info sites, and tons of others.
Priced at $200, it’s not a necessary must-have. But having something like this on your bedside table has its advantages. For starters, you don’t have to pull out your laptop every time you need to check on your fantasy sports scores. Tons of apps, with tons of possibilities. At the very least, this un-clutters your bedside table, allowing you to toss out that alarm clock, photo frame, radio, along with other stuff you might keep beside your bed (just leave the rubbers in there. The Dash will not replace those).
Tags: Digital Home, Mobile Internet Device, Mobile Tech, Sony
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