Velocity Micro, the brand behind the 7-inch Cruz Reader and Cruz Tablet, just started taking preorders for the two Android-based slates they previewed last month. Scheduled to ship next month, they’re a couple of the first few mainstream Android tablets to be released, so you might want to check ‘em out if you’re looking for cheaper, more compact touchscreen slates that don’t come with an Apple logo at the back.
These iPad-looking devices make up Velocity Micro’s Cruz line, a family of Android-powered touchscreen slates that start at $200 (or $150 if you’re looking for a reader for your kids). Now, we’re not sure if it’s right to label them as iPad rivals just yet, but you should probably check them out if you’re in the market for a cheaper, Android-based slate. (more…)
