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Thanks to Sony, this February has another V-day to celebrate: the release of their PlayStation Portable (PSP) successor, the PS Vita. For console gamers, this is a big deal. The hardware powering the new portable is easily the best we’ve seen, offering nearly PS3-quality gaming potential, and the long-sought inclusion of a second analog stick is reason alone for many gamers to pick up the sleek new unit.

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The Padvance Report returns with a hot debate on mobile games vs. console games, an excellent iPad condenser microphone, and a great alternative to the stock Safari browser on iPad. Watch a longtime Nintendo exec go at it with a CEO of a mobile games company. Learn more about the MXL Tempo microphone. Last, but not least, is a review of the fine Dolphin Browser HD. Let's roll!

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Most pundits are certain that the Apple iPad three will have a resolution of 2,048 x 1,536, an option for a 4G LTE radio, and improved cameras. One area where experts are split is the processor. Over the last 24 hours, I spoke with 20 tech journalists and analysts. 13 of them believe that the iPad 3 will have a quad-core processor, while the others believe that it will feature an improved dual-core processor. There are pros and cons to each choice. Let's take a look.

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There's something for everyone in this week's Padvance Report. First, check out some startling numbers on how the iPad is annihilating physical media purchases made by business professionals. Next is a Flipboard-style app that's brilliant for sports fans but is plagued by performance issues. Wrapping it up is one of the best accessories for people that own MacBooks and iPads. Check it out!

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Tablet computing is set for some major changes in 2012. Redefining what a tablet is, using the cloud to expand tablet capabilities, and drastically improving the photographic capabilities of a tablet are just some of the things in store. This week's Padvance report touches on all of those topics. Razer's Project Fiona is a high-powered Windows tablet aimed at hardcore gamers; it grabbed a ton of attention at CES 2012. OnLive is known for streaming games, but is now using its cloud services to bring Microsoft Office to the iPad. Lastly, it looks like the iPad 3's cameras will be exponentially better than the iPad 2's. Read on for all the details.

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CES 2012 is just around the corner. Before the Padvance crew takes off for some consumer-electronics overload in Las Vegas, check out some of the latest happenings in tablet computing. From the iPad "Mini" to the Amazon Kindle Fire making an appearance on late-night television to Sony's PlayStation 3 controller heading to tablets, you don't want to miss this edition of the Padvance Report.

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Whether you're reading this at the end of 2011 or the beginning of 2012, everyone at Padvance hopes you have an excellent New Year! Now let's move onto to some hot news in the world of tablet computing. This week's stories include a huge change in Apple A5 processor manufacturing, the best iPad apps for freelance writers, and a former San Francisco mayor calling for citizens to occupy Apple instead of government buildings.

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Hope everyone had an excellent holiday with lots of family, friends, and food! Before the new year kicks off, here are some hot stories from world of tablet computing in the latest Padvance Report. This edition's topics include Microsoft's December onslaught on iOS, Google's Siri-killer that packs some Star Trek flavor, and the updated Netflix UI for iPad. Let's get to it!

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If you're looking for some last-minute gifts for your nearest and dearest tablet owners, the fourth part of the Padvance 2011 Holiday Gift Guide has you covered. In other tablet news, Google takes on Flipboard -- one of the all-time great iPad apps -- with the new Google Currents. Last, but not least, comes an interesting iPad 3 rumor tied to the late, great Steve Jobs' birthday. Check it all out below.

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There are three kinds of jobs: easy to obtain but with poor compensation, hard to obtain but with great compensation, and then there are writers. Writing, as a profession, doesn’t fit into either of the first two categories. It’s both hard to master and difficult to secure steady work, and excluding the odd bestselling novelist, most writers don’t strike it rich. Instead, it’s a job about passion. Most writers write because they love to write. They can’t imagine doing anything but writing. Sometimes that means foregoing the comfort of a 9-to-5 job with benefits in lieu of consistent freelance work.

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Part IV of the 2011 Padvance Holiday Gift Guide covers keyboards. Tablets are awesome devices for consuming content on your couch, in your bed, or on an airplane. However, when it comes to content creation, there are times when you just need a keyboard. Here are some best keyboards for your iPad or Android tablet.

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Is all your holiday shopping finished or do you still have lots more to do? If you fall into the latter category, don't worry because the 2011 Padvance Holiday Gift Guide has you covered. The first three parts of the guide are already up. Read on to learn about some of the best iPad and Android tablet gifts you can give, including awesome headphones, stylish bags, and sweet cases.

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The third part of the Padvance 2011 Holiday Gift Guide features some outstanding cases and covers. From handcrafted bamboo cases to sturdy padded sleeves to a completely kid-proof case, these are some of the best cases and covers you can buy for your iPad or Android tablet. Let's roll!

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Chances are, you've probably wondered why your iPad lacks even the most basic alarm clock application, similar to the one on the iPhone. This small omission by Apple has created a lucrative market for developers looking to capitalize on this opportunity by producing alarm clock apps ranging from the simple to the complex. The core function of these apps, regardless of their complexity and style, is that they wake you up when it's time or that they serve as reliable reminder and notification sources. Below, I've covered the features of some of the most noteworthy native iPad alarm-clock apps out there. Many come in free and paid editions, and all are stable and functional from my experience. If you have any suggestions to add, please do not hesitate to post them in a comment below.

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The Padvance 2011 Holiday Gift Guide continues with some of the best bags you can buy for your iPad or Android tablet. The selection include two versatile bags that offer style and protection for both a laptop computer and a tablet. A small and sleek bag solely for tablets is also included. Whether you're looking for a messenger bag, a backpack, or a man-purse, your bases are covered.

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The Padvance 2011 Gift Guide kicks off with some outstanding headphones and a must-have accessory. Whether you're shopping for your favorite audiophile or you want to add some aural excitement to your holiday wish list, these are some of the best sound products you can buy for your iPad or Android tablet. All of the headphones covered in this feature offer stellar sound and a microphone that works with your favorite VoIP program. Let's get to it!

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Twitter brilliantly exemplifies how technology can be deeply impactful on a global scale. With its sleek yet elegant design and the ability to access real-time status updates and news, it's no wonder that it has succeeded throughout the years. A recent report by The Guardian (UK) revealed a user base of 100 million active users in September. An estimated 230 million tweets are posted daily and half of the site's active users post on a daily basis. These and similar statistics were likely enough to entice Apple masterminds to consider Twitter integration in the most recent iOS update (5.0). This is wonderful for many Twitter users, but it doesn't quite cut it for the savvy, power users which is why I've consolidated a list of five truly useful Twitter clients for the glorious iPad.

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Black Friday is over...but Cyber Monday has just begun! The list has been updated with all sorts of discounts on tablets, tablet accessories, and more. Check out the latest deals and sweet savings below.

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The Kindle Fire is here! Amazon's first stab at tablet computing is going to change the tablet world forever and for better. Check out the review for this game-changing tablet, a chilling prediction about iPad demand, the best weather apps for the iPad, and more over at Padvance.

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It's the calm before the storm in the realm of tablet computing, with hot products like the Amazon Kindle Fire, the Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet, and the Asus Transformer Prime set for release. Padvance has plenty of stories on those upcoming products in the works. For now, check out some of the site's excellent reviews and features. From Icelandic fairy musicians experimenting with music on the iPad to the best note-taking apps to an excellent iPad keyboard, Padvance has you covered.

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