Sony Takes Another Swing at Android Tablets With Xperia S

It's the second generation of the Tablet S, and it continues its predecessor's positioning as both a tablet and a universal remote control.However, the Xperia Tablet S is slimmer than its predecessor. Further, it has a quad-core Tegra 3 processor and is now included in Sony's Xperia sub-brand, which covers mobile experiences and includes the PlayStation.The Xperia Tablet S runs Android 4.0. It will be upgraded to Android Jelly Bean when the version becomes available.The device's 9.4-inch screen is coated to reduce fingerprint smudges and glare.The Xperia Tablet S has a full-sized SD card slot and HDMI connectivity. It also has built-in WiFi capabilities.Sony will preload redemption codes that will let purchasers access three out of 15 available movies from the Google Play movie library.The Xperia Tablet S will come with Sony Entertainment Network Services preloaded. This will give users access to music, videos and games from the network. It will also let users store photos and videos in the cloud and share them on any device at any time with friends through Sony's PlayMemories Online service.A preloaded Reader app will let Xperia Tablet S owners purchase eBooks from Sony and manage their books across Sony Readers and Xperia smartphones. This fall, Xperia Tablet S owners will be able to access dedicated content from PlayStation Mobile.

Sony also offers Small Apps, which will let Xperia Tablet S owners use minimized versions of various apps simultaneously with another app. Any widgets downloaded to the tablet can be added to the Small Apps.