But, in order to compete with the existing IOS at Apple iPad and other tablets, Microsoft needs to make fundamental changes in the device software. "The device will not seriously challenge the iPad because the interface that is less liquid, less simple, less in the portfolio content, weight, and less battery endurance," said Al Hilwa, an analyst at IDC.
According Hilwa, Microsoft still needs 1-2 years to dissect Windows. Included in the sector to give special touch interface, battery, and a better boot times, and hardware support to the proximity sensor, orientation, movement, direction, and location.
Manufacture of tablets (including tablet PCs and touch screen netbook) own the red-hot. IDC estimates that the tablet can pass through tablet PCs, netbooks, and notebooks.
In Las Vegas alone, the total there are 80 new products launched tablets. This means IPAD should get ready to share the cake. Estimated market share iPad next year will decline from 82 percent in 2010 to 68 percent. If Microsoft can polish Windows, there are still opportunities to "steal" cookie.
