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Blackberry PlayBook: Challenging the Apple iPad

Research in Motion (RIM), the creator of Blackberry phones, is ready to challenge Apple in the tablet market.

It was announced that the Blackberry PlayBook, RIM’s attempt to bridge the gap between smart phones and computers, will be available for purchase early in the first quarter of 2011. It’s key feature? The price.

The Blackberry PlayBook will go on sale starting at less than $500, according to an article from PCWorld.com. The device will be available domestically in the first quarter of 2011 and will expand internationally in the second quarter, according to Engadget.com.

The PlayBook is comparable to the… Continue reading