HP's iPad-fighter, rumored dead, may still be released

HP\'s iPad-fighter, rumored dead,
 may still be released
Almost a week ago now TechCrunch's Michael Arrington made some noise when he reported that HP would probably be canceling the Slate, its Windows 7 tablet computer. With Microsoft's own cool, dual-screen Courier tablet in the dumpster, it was really starting to look like the iPad could run away with the title of King of All Tablets and rule the lands as it would. Whether you're interested in an Android or Windows-based tablet or not, having that competition in the market space will only benefit the consumer. (How about helping drive down the price of apps, for one?) [Read more...]