A Preview of the Motorola Xoom 2
As its name suggests, the Xoom 2 is Motorola's second shot at the Android tablet market, following the original Xoom's disappointing sales figures.
Like the original, the Motorola Xoom 2 touts a 10.1-inch capacitive screen, which Moto is promising boasts a "HD resolution". There's no word on specifics just yet, but it has been confirmed that the screen comes equipped with a splash guard coasting, and special flattened edges for easier holding.
Unfortunately, the Xoom 2 doesn't arrive running Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), instead opting for Android 3.2 (Honeycomb). However, Motorola has confirmed that an update is coming, so the slate will soon be upgraded to support Android Beam NFC and Face Unlock functionality.
Under the hood you'll also find a speedy 1.2GHz dual-core processor, despite the tablet's teeny 253.9 x 173.6 x 8.8 dimensions. There's also 16GB of built-in memory and WiFi connectivity.
On the media-front, expect to find a 5 megapixel rear-facing HD camera, a 1.3 megapixel webcam, and all of the usual pre-loaded Google goodies.
The Motorola Xoom 2 will be available in the UK from mid-November, although the tablet's pricing is still to be confirmed.
A full review will be published here once the phone has been released.
Motorola Xoom 2 News
Motorola Xoom 2 arrives in Blighty
The Motorola Xoom 2 has arrived in Blighty courtesy of Clove, although its Media Edition sibling has been further delayed. According to the SIM free retailer, customers won’t be able to get their hands on the Xoom 2 Media Edition until later this week on December 8 – although Clove claims to now have stock [...]
Motorola Xoom 2 delayed until December
The Motorola Xoom 2 won’t be available in late-November as expected, as its release has been halted until December 2. That’s according to retailer Clove, which has supposedly heard from Motorola that the tablet won’t be landing until Friday this week. The Motorola Xoom 2 Media Edition has also been delayed, and looks to to [...]
Motorola Xoom 2 tablets available to pre-order
Online retailer Clove has opened up its pre-order for the Motorola Xoom 2 and Xoom 2 Media Edition, ahead of their release in late-November. Over at Clove – who will also be shipping the new Motorola RAZR from tomorrow – you can bag the 10.1-inch Xoom 2 tablet for £390.00 upfront. The smaller Motorola Xoom [...]
Motorola Xoom 2 priced in the UK
Motorola‘s duo of new Android slates – the Xoom 2 and Xoom 2 Media Edition – have been priced in the UK. According to Clove, the 10.1-inch Motorola Xoom 2 will sell for £325 + VAT (around £390), compared to around £299 + VAT (around 360) for the smaller 8.2-inch Media Edition slate. Of course, [...]
Motorola Xoom 2 and Xoom 2 Media Edition official
Motorola has lifted the lid on two brand new Android tablets: the Motorola Xoom 2 and Motorola Xoom 2 Media Edition. The Xoom 2, like the original, sports a 10.1-inch (1280 x 800) display, dressed in Android 3.2 (Honeycomb) OS. This Samsung-rivalling screen comes powered by a decent 1.2GHz dual-core processor and 1GB RAM, despite [...]
Carphone Warehouse confirms Motorola Xoom 2
European retailer Carphone Warehouse has confirmed that the unannounced Motorola Xoom 2 will be on shelves in time for Christmas, having listed the slate in its festive catalogue. Matching up nicely with previous speculation, the listing confirm’s the tablet’s 8.2-inch – supposedly “splash resistant” – screen. However, this unfortunately won’t come dressed in the latest [...]
Motorola Xoom 2 Specifications
Size
253.9mm x 173.6mm x 8.8mm
Weight
605 grams
Display
Full capacitive touch screen
Type: TFT LCD
Gorilla Glass, Splash resistant
Size: 10.10 inches
Resolution: 1280 x 800
Input
Keyboard: On-screen
Operating System
Android 3.2

Storage
Internal: 16/32GB
Miscellaneous
CPU: 1.2GHz Dual core
A-GPS with maps

Internet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Connectivity
Audio: 3.5mm stereo jack
Data: Standard microUSB
Quad Band
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

Bluetooth
Bluetooth 2.1
A2DP for wireless stereo headsets

Camera
5.0 megapixel camera
Auto Focus and LED Flash
720p Video Recording
At 30 fps
Front facing camera with video calling
Power
Battery Capacity: 7000 mAh

Multimedia
Radio: FM with RDS
Audio supported formats
Playback: AAC, AAC+, AAC+, AMR NB, MIDI, MP3, WAV, WMA v10, WMA v9
Recording: Supported
Video supported formats
Playback: H.263, H.264, MPEG4, WMV v10, WMV v9
Recording: Supported
Social
Social Networking Features
Twitter and Facebook Widgets
Email Access