Cisco launches Android 'iPad for business'

By Nick Flaherty, www.flaherty.co.uk

Cisco has launched a 7in Android tablet for business applications with 802.11a/b/g and 3G connectivity.  
The Cius has 720p HD video with Cisco TelePresence for apparently lifelike video communication with the simplicity of a phone call, and Virtual desktop client enables highly secure access to cloud-based business applications. Collaboration applications including Cisco Quad, Cisco Show and Share, WebEx, Presence, and IM
Tablet Highlights:

• 7” diagonal, high-resolution color screen with contact-based touch targets delivers an elegant, intuitive experience
• HD Soundstation supports Bluetooth and USB peripherals, 10/100/1000 wired connectivity and a handset option
• Detachable and serviceable 8-hour battery for a full day of work
• Highly secure remote connections with Cisco AnyConnect Security VPN Client
• HD audio with wideband support (tablet, HD Soundstation)

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