BSNL has launched three tablets including two 7 inch resistive screen based tabs with Android 2.3 operating system while the third tablet comes with an 8 inch capacitive touchscreen.
BSNL tablets are made by Noida based company – Pantel, the tablets will be sold with discounted data plans from BSNL. The three tablets T-Pad IS701R, T-Pad WS704C and T-Pad WS802C are priced at Rs 3,250, Rs 10,999 and Rs 13,500 respectively.
“Aakash-2 tablets, which are improvised version of Aakasha-1 tablets with a faster processor and a capacitive touch screen, will be launched in April-May and will available to college and university students at the same price as Aakash-1 tablets.
Check out the below table, what is the main difference between BSNL Penta TPAD IS701R and Aakash 2 Tablet
BSNL Penta TPAD IS701R Vs. Aakash 2 Tablet Comparison
| Features | Aakash 2 Tablet | Penta TPAD IS701R |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Cortex A8 – 700 Mhz | IMAP210 – 1GHz |
| Screen | 7” display with 800×480 pixel resolution | 7” TFT, 16:9, 800*600 |
| RAM Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Touch screen | Capacitive Touchscreen | Resistive touch screen |
| Memory Storage (External) | Maximum 32 GB | Maximum 32 GB |
| Memory Internal | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Android Market | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | VGA (Expected ) | 0.3 MP |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g) | Yes (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) |
| G-Sensor | Might be Not | Rotator screen, 3D games |
| Battery – | 3200 mAh | Li-ion 3000mah 5V2A |
| USB | 1 Port | 1 Port |
| Price | Expected Price :-Around 2500 | Without BSNL Offer :Rs 3250With BSNL Offer Rs 3499 |
| SIM Support | Yes | No |
| 3G network | No | No |
Highlights of Some features of BSNL Penta TPAD IS701R
- Browse the web, watch Youtube® videos, check e-mail, and much more with Android™ 2.3.
- High-speed 1 GHz processor and DDRII 256MB RAM.
- Plays popular video, music, and photo formats.
- Download and Install Google Andriod apps.
- Connect to the Internet wirelessly with high-speed networking support (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g) .
- Easy Access to Email, Office and Games.
- Experience Facebook and social networking at your fingertips.
- Seamless Digital Media Experience.
- E-Book Reader .
- Rechargeable lithium-polymer battery.
There is price difference of Rs. 750 to Rs. 1000/- between both tablets and Aakash-2 is cheaper though BSNL tablets has better specification than Aakash-2. If you are looking for the review of BSNL tablet: Penta IS701R, The Mobile Indian has posted a nice review and video of the entry-level BSNL tablet.
