In a surprise turn of events, ASUS announced a newer Transformer Prime model, the TFT700T. This newer model seems to have numerous identical specs as its original, with the only discernible difference being the new back panel design (to help with GPS issues). There’s also the newer 1920 x 1200 Super IPS+ display and better front facing camera (2MP), but other than that, it’s the Transformer Prime TF201. I’m not entirely sure why the found the need to release such an “upgrade” so soon, and I’m sure this will make many TF201 owners quite unhappy, but I guess we can’t complain about having more choices — can we? Along with the surprising news of a newer Transformer Prime model, we finally get some more information on the ASUS Eee Pad MeMO.
The world’s first quad-core tablet has sure been hard to come by. Almost every stockpile offered has been depleted instantly, leaving feigning customers with wads of cash just waiting to be spent. Well, I’m happy to report that BestBuy.com now has the 32GB Gray ASUS Tranformer Prime in stock and ready to roll. The ASUS Transformer Prime is a true testament of a powerful device at a reasonable price.
There’s been a lot of commotion lately over the much hyped ASUS Tranformer Prime. Over the past week there have been complaints about GPS issues, Android 4.0 delays, and the biggest noise maker — the locked bootloader. Today, ASUS has decided to address all these issues in an attempt to put everyone worries at bay. Although I would have preferred an official press release, their Facebook statement will have to do. Here’s what they had to say:
The ASUS Transformer Prime has been somewhat of a roller coaster ride for consumers. This hot ticket item has been available and unavailable ever since its pre-order announcement. Some people have had their orders canceled while others have been lucky enough to have one delivered. Then, after everything is said and done and you actually receive one, it’s possible you might end up having GPS issues. According to numerous users, the ASUS Transformer Prime has one heck of a time locking onto a GPS signal, especially when offline. While ASUS hasn’t publicly stated a cause, they have released a couple of updates which we assume were attempts to fix the problem.
I can’t say I’m surprised to see someone in the mobile industry getting sued; I can say I’m surprised it has nothing to do with Apple. Hasbro has decided to sue ASUS for allegedly violating its trademarks with the Transformer Prime moniker. Even though the ASUS Transformer Prime has absolutely nothing to do with the cartoon character bearing the name Optimus (where was Hasbro regarding the LG Optimus), Hasbro has decided it would like to join the sue happy club of the month and test their luck. While I don’t see Hasbro succeeding in their lawsuit, here’s what they had to say about ASUS and the Transformer Prime tablet:
