Would Nokia RT tablets appeal to anyone? Yes, Nokia has great software and hardware. Yes, even in their bad fiscal state they have fans. Still, I have a hard time thinking that anyone can compete in the Windows RT world against Microsoft’s Surface with a 10-inch design. The design of the surface is top-notch and the price is right on par with the 3rd-gen iPad. What would Nokia bring to the table? I like Nokia, don’t get me wrong. I just am uncertain how a company that has never built a tablet or used a tablet OS could possibly know what they are doing. Of course the same could be said for Microsoft, the Surface is their first tablet hardware and Windows 8 is their first real tablet OS. There is one area where I think Nokia RT could have merit though, a 7-inch design. We have yet to see or hear about any devices in this size range, and with Apple preparing their own 7-inch model, there is a lot of competition here. Some might argue that Windows 8 isn’t really fit for a smaller screen, I somewhat agree. Still, if anyone could pull off a 7-inch design I would bet on Nokia. If they did something like this it would set their tablets apart from other vendors and from the surface. If Nokia and Microsoft could achieve a $250-$300 price range, it could have some merit. What do you think? Will we ever see a Nokia tablet? If we do, is it possible it would be a 7-inch device? Source]]>
I think Nokia should wait to see what happens with their Windows Phones. If they make a tablet they may be stretching them selves to thin. If they wait and their phones are successful then they’ll have the money to make a good tablet.
On that note I agree if anyone can make a good 7in Windows RT tablet it’s Nokia. I think they can make a decent 10in tablet as well. If they can put some of the hardware (the IPS screen, the true black and being able to use a glove or other objects to use the screen) into a tablet, I think it would do well. Maybe if Surface does well and Microsoft can’t meet demand maybe Microsoft would let Nokia license their type cover technology.
You can’t wait untill the market is defined, you must jump on the bandwagon now. Nokia is doing the right thing. Nokia’s brand is still strong so you should take advantage of that now, otherwise you may as well say your prayers.