First tablet computer powered by webOS will cost $499.99 on US debut.
The new device will join a crowded marketplace already occupied by iPad, numerous Android machines and RIM's PlayBook.
HP says it will start taking orders on June 19th in North America and Europe.
The wi-fi version will launch first in the US, followed by the UK, Ireland, France and Germany a few days after.
Later in July will come launches in Canada with Italy, Spain, Australia, Hong Kong, New Zealand and Singapore following later in 2011.
What a test this will be for webOS, which HP bought when it acquired Palm last summer.
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Technically, this web technology based OS has its supporters, especially in the developer community, but can it get any consumer attention in a market awash with platforms?
Let's see.
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