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Simmtronics launches XPAD MINI – A device that can delineate the technology!
New Delhi, August 8th, 2013: After the successful launches of "XPAD-XQ1" and "XPAD X-722", Simmtronics Semiconductors Ltd. has now launched XPAD Mini in India. An innovatively designed, power packed full-featured device with a superior Quad Core processer is available at a cost effective price point of Rs. 9, 999/- only.The sleek & stylish multi-tasking tablet is for greater convenience.
The tablet runs on Latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Beanand is powered by Quad-Core 1.0 GHz (4 core @ 1Ghz)processor.The light weight Xpad Mini has a 7.85inch IPS display screen which plays full HD videos of resolution 1920 * 1080 .This Made in India sleek and stylish device is very easy to hold.
It is equipped with 2 MP secondary camera and 5 MP primary camera and also with Video support of HDMI Ver 1.4 Output along with great audio quality too. Through HDMI support, one can share photos and videos on a TV or computer monitor. With, all the well equipped features; it is supplemented with Convertible touch screen and also have an integrated soft keyboard that can be hidden by a swivel or slide; as well as in which one can run mails, check PPT, listen to songs and open Spread Sheets all at once.
Mr, Indrajit Sabharwal, Managing Director, Simmtronics reiterated, "We are very enthralled with the introduction of this new tablet, which is especially designed for corporates. The newly launched intricately designed XPAD Mini, with a 3G support is a smarter adaptation of other designed technical models containing Business Suite.This customized tab is designed for corporates and is enriched with a quad-core processor."
"I am sure, this device will enrich user's experience with its great technology& features", added Mr. Sabharwal.
The sleek and handy device is available in all leading stores nationally along with e-commerce portal Snapdeal.
The key features & Specifications of XPAD Mini are:
" 7.85" IPS panel Screen with Capacitive Touch Panel
" 3G Support, USB Dongle
" 5MP rear camera with 2MP front camera
" Dimension – 8.0* 134*200mm
" 3 axle load sensors with automatic four directions display.
" Battery 3.7V/4000Mah, Li-ion Polymer
" 3D-G SENSOR
" Memory – Internal NAND Flash 8GB with 32GB external
" RAM 1GB DDR3
" Messaging – Email, Push Email, IM
" Image Formats -JPG, JPEG, BMP, PNG
" Apps – Web Browser, Super-HD Player, Music, Calculator, Email, Gmail, Calender, Play Store, Clock, Youtube, Camera, PDF File viewer, Documents To Go, Sound Recorder, Skype, Gtalk, Latitude, Maps, Messaging, People, Phone, one browser, Stick cricket, Bigflix, 3D
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News18 hosts Tamil Nadu town hall ahead of 2026 polls
MK Stalin headlines ‘Next Big Leap’ event from 10am on 23 February in Chennai with leaders and icons.
MUMBAI: Tamil Nadu’s political pot is simmering and News18’s town hall is stirring it up just in time for the 2026 assembly elections boilover. Set for 23 February from 10am onwards in Chennai, the News18 Network Town Hall gathers heavyweights under the banner ‘The Next Big Leap for Tamil Nadu’ to dissect the state’s political pulse, economic edge, and cultural clout. With the 234-seat assembly contest looming as a fiercely competitive showdown, the event spotlights how Tamil Nadu’s identity-driven politics and engaged voters continue to ripple across national debates.
Chief minister MK Stalin leads the charge with a keynote on the theme, sketching his government’s blueprint for governance, development, and staying power pre-polls. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin chimes in on ‘Voices, Vision & Way Forward’, unpacking generational shifts and fresh narratives. From the opposition corner, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami tackles ‘Baton Change at the Ballot?’, floating alternatives to the status quo.
Economic vibes get a nudge from industries minister TRB Rajaa on ‘Investment Story Intact?’, probing the state’s draw for big bucks. BJP’s K Annamalai dives into ‘People, Trust & Political Ideology’, positioning his party in the Dravidian-dominated turf. IT Minister Palanivel ThiagaRajan explores ‘Code, Capacity & Citizenship’, on tech’s role in citizen-focused services. TVK’s KG Arunraj questions if ‘Winds of Change are Possible’ in this pattern-prone state.
A panel on innovation features IIT Madras director Prof V Kamakoti, M&M’s Velusamy R, and Electronic Industries Association’s Dr Sasikumar Gendham, musing how AI and knowledge hubs are remaking opportunities. AICC’s Praveen Chakravarty weighs ‘Power Sharing vs Principles’, while former Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan joins the fray. Culture gets its due with composer Anirudh Ravichander on ‘Tamil Music for the World’.
CNN-News18, editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar noted, “The News18 Network Tamil Nadu Town Hall… reflects our core editorial focus, to capture the political mood of the state and spotlight the ideas that will shape the next phase of governance and growth.”
Network18, CEO of English & business news Smriti Mehra added, “As Tamil Nadu moves closer to a defining electoral moment… we see it as our responsibility to drive informed and meaningful conversations.”
Network18 managing editor for South, Vivek Narayan said, “The News18 Network Townhall in Tamil Nadu is designed as a platform where policy, politics and public interest intersect.”
Backed by associate partners Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles and Reliance Industries, the live event streams on CNN-News18, News18 Tamil, CTV, and Youtube from 10am on 23 February perfect for catching the sparks, even if you’re not knee-deep in Dravidian drama.
