HTC plans two Windows tablets for next year - report

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HTC plans two Windows tablets for next year - report
HTC is working on two Windows tablets to launch in the third quarter of 2013, based on the Window RT operating system and running on Qualcomm processors, reports Bloomberg, citing someone familiar with the matter. HTC is reportedly developing a 7-in model, capable of making voice calls, that would compete with Apple's iPad mini, Google's Nexus 7 and Amazon's Kindle Fire. HTC is also working on a 12-in Windows tablet. The person said production details and exact schedules have not been finalised.

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