16 most expected products of 2012

The new year is almost on the doorstep, and the main technical companies in the world have promised us a way out of several innovative products in the coming months. Naturally, we will see a completely new Gadgets at the International Consumer Electronics Show, which takes place annually in January, but the products are released to light in 2011, has been in development for quite a long time.

CNet publication compiled a list of 16 most anticipated products of 2012. Of course, many manufacturers prefer to keep secret information about new devices, so that the list is, of course, incomplete. A more detailed understanding of the updates we can get after the CES 2012.

Portable console Nintendo Wii U
Nintendo tries to revolutionize the market of portable game systems. In 2012, released its next-generation console, the distinguishing feature of which will be a controller with a large touch screen,  which allows to enjoy the game even when switched off the TV.

If we talk about the technical characteristics, the Wii U will support the conclusion of games in the resolution of 1080p, offers backward compatibility with game accessories for Wii, and games. The latter fact can be very  attractive .

Smartphones and tablets to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
The first smartphone running Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich is already being sold  in stores . In 2012, more vehicles will be released on this platform. Do not forget about the mass of the upcoming tablet, which should increase the pressure on the iPad.

Compact tablet iPad Mini
Has Apple tablet with a screen diagonal of less than 10 inches? Someone says no, someone - yes, pointing to the huge success of Amazon Kindle Fire. Such a tablet could provide Apple market share at the expense of a lower cost. $ 300 for the 16GB version?

Widespread ultrabook
The industry gradually forgets netbooks that were not very viable in the long run. Now, Intel and PC makers have linked the development of laptops with ultrabook, the first representatives of which came out this year. While prices are not good, but next year the appearance of Ivy Bridge, and other innovations promise to lower the price below $ 700.

MacBook Air next generation
Apple plans to redesign its laptops, the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air next year along with the updating of technical specifications. Most likely will be a 15-inch MacBook Air , which will combine the power of the MacBook Pro models, and portability line "eirov."

More affordable accessories and products to support AirPlay
AirPlay - streaming technology wireless transmission of audio and video on your Apple device via Wi-Fi. However, besides the Apple TV m AirPort Express, the products compatible with AirPlay, are usually quite expensive (mostly speakers). In the future the situation may change.

Tablet Kindle Fire 2
Kindle Fire due to its low price, relatively good performance and packet services, Amazon was a hit. Kindle Fire 2 is to increase the success and bring several new features. It is also expected to launch 10-inch "Tablet» Amazon, which already will be directly aimed at the market iPad at a lower price.

Smartphone iPhone 5
Release smartphone iPhone 5 expected this year, but its launch has been postponed until 2012. It is expected that the gadget will receive a 4-inch screen, quad-A6 and support networks 4G.

Apple TV iTV
It is assumed that Apple is working on their own TV , which will be very different from those on the market today. iTV will be able to sync movies and music from your iTunes library and interact with mobile gadgets on iOS. The owners of television can change channels with the iPhone smartphones and tablets iPad. Perhaps, Apple will make another small revolution in 2012?

IPad tablet three
In February or March should see the third generation of the Apple Tablet blockbuster form factor. According to rumors, the manufacturer will equip the gadget screen high resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixels and a fast processor A6.

Game console PlayStation Vita
In 2012, the portable game console, Sony is expected to reach markets in countries other than Japan. She will offer two analog stick, touch screen, touch panel and rear graphics, reaching the level of PS3. Wi-Fi-in the U.S. version will cost $ 250, a version with Wi-Fi and 3G will cost $ 300 (+ subscription to 3G). Although many believe that Vita a difficult path, the device can be very profitable for Sony.

Widespread network of fourth generation (LTE)
In the year 2012 will be much more communicators to support LTE. The very cover of the fourth generation networks must become more widespread and occur in more countries.

Nook Tablet 2 tablet
Barnes & Noble continues to produce low-cost tablet that enjoy continued popularity, though not the same as Kindle Fire. It is hoped that in 2012 there was a model with Bluetooth.

Camera Nikon D800
Professional full-frame camera, the heir to Nikon D700 expected this year, but never released. Starting the D800, with its 36-megapixel matrix is ​​now expected in early 2012. The cost should be around $ 3000.

The camera is Canon 5 D Mark III
Like Nikon D800, full-frame camera Canon EOS 5D Mark III was expected in this year. Explain the delay earthquake and tsunami in Japan, as well as flooding in Thailand. Cost 5D Mark II is about $ 2,000, the new camera is expected to cost at least $ 2,500.

Operating system Windows 8
 Microsoft brings to its desktop operating system Windows 8 touch-screen interface in the style of Metro Windows Phone and Xbox 360. By this step the company will make the system attractive to the tablet market. A public beta version is promised in February 2012, and the appearance of the first PC will probably not until late autumn.

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