Lenovo, the world’s biggest PC maker, has debuted its first 8-inch Windows tablet. Called the Miix2, it is equipped with the latest version of Microsoft’s mobile operating system, Windows 8.1, the tablet is the company’s formal entry into the nascent field of small-screen Windows tablets.
The tablet is probably most notable for its extremely minimalist design, offering a look that is one of the cleanest we’ve seen in terms of form and function. The 8-inch tablet comes with both front- and rear-facing cameras, 2 megapixels and 5 megapixels respectively, and up to 64GB of storage expandable up to 128GB via its Micro SD slot.
Powered by an Intel Bay Trail-T Quad Core processor, the Miix2 can even run older apps made for Windows XP or 7. It has a 1,280 x 800 display. The tablet also has an optional stylus and detachable cover that comes in multiple colors (black, pink and blue) and does double duty as a stand for viewing the screen at an angle.
Priced at $299, Lenovo says the device will be available for purchase later this month.
