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==Upgrades==
==Upgrades==
There were official announcements about the availability of an upgrade to Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) in early 2012<ref>[http://blogs.computerworld.com/19766/toshiba_thrive_ice_cream_sandwich Thrive to get ICS this spring]</ref> and it was made available for certain Thrive models in the USA and Canada. Unfortunately there were numerous complaints about the stability of the stock release at the Thrive Forum.<ref>[http://forums.toshiba.com/t5/THRiVE-Tablets/ICS-Update-for-THRiVE-10-quot/td-p/319530/page/22]</ref> For other countries, the latest official version of Android available from Toshiba for this device is still 3.2.1 to date (Dec 2012).
There were official announcements about the availability of an upgrade to Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) in early 2012<ref>[http://blogs.computerworld.com/19766/toshiba_thrive_ice_cream_sandwich Thrive to get ICS this spring]</ref>, and in June 2012 it became available for certain Thrive models in the USA and Canada. There have been numerous complaints about the stability of the stock release at the Thrive Forum<ref>[http://forums.toshiba.com/t5/THRiVE-Tablets/ICS-Update-for-THRiVE-10-quot/td-p/319530/page/22]</ref>, however. For other countries, the latest official version of Android available from Toshiba for this device is still 3.2.1.


[[File:Toshiba Excite 10.1 tablet B&H jeh.jpg|thumb|left|upright|Toshiba Excite]]
[[File:Toshiba Excite 10.1 tablet B&H jeh.jpg|thumb|left|upright|Toshiba Excite]]


As of June 2012, the versions of the 10.1" Thrive tablets that do not include a cellular modem are no longer generally available for sale at most retail outlets in the US although refurbished and used units are. [[Toshiba Excite|Toshiba's Excite]] series of tablets is the de facto successor to the Thrive series.<ref>[http://www.mobilephones2013.com/android-4-0-ics-update-now-available-for-toshiba-thrive-201208367.html Android 4.0.4 ICS update for Toshiba Thrive is available on August 7th]</ref>
The Thrive is rarely found new from U.S. retail outlets, although refurbished and used units are popular. Toshiba's [[Toshiba Excite|Excite]] series of tablets was the successor to the Thrive series, launched on March 6, 2012, with 7.7-inch, 10.1-inch and 13-inch versions, all running Android 4.0.4<ref>[http://www.mobilephones2013.com/android-4-0-ics-update-now-available-for-toshiba-thrive-201208367.html Android 4.0.4 ICS update for Toshiba Thrive is available on August 7th]</ref>. The Excite has also has been discontinued by Toshiba, with refurbished and used units available from a variety of sources.


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 00:17, 5 April 2013

Toshiba Thrive (AT100)
DeveloperToshiba
TypeTablet, media player
Generation1st
Release dateJuly 10, 2011 (10.1"), Dec. 2011 (7")
Operating systemAndroid 4.0.4 (some models in the USA/Canada) or 3.2.1 (other countries)
CPU1 GHz dual-core Nvidia Tegra 2
Memory1GB LP-DDR3 RAM
StorageFlash memory
8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB
Display10.1 inches (260 mm) 16:10 aspect ratio

Resolution: WXGA (1280x800) 151 PPI, HD 720p Wide-Viewing Angle 16:10 Toshiba Adaptive Display Technology

Resolution+ Video Upconvert Technology
GraphicsNvidia GeForce
InputGyroscope, Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, GPS, E-Compass, USB 2.0, Mini USB, Docking Connector, DC Input, Microphone & SD card reader (micro USB, micro HDMI & micro SD for 7")
CameraFront: 2MP Webcam with Integrated Microphone Back: 5MP Camera with Auto Focus and Digital Zoom [1]
ConnectivityWi-Fi (802.11/b/g/n)
Bluetooth
Power23 W-hr Prismatic Lithium Ion User-replaceable
Online servicesAndroid Market
Dimensions10.75 in (273 mm) (height)
6.97 in (177 mm) (width)
0.62 in (16 mm) (depth)
Mass1.6lbs (725 g)
RelatedMotorola Xoom, ASUS Eee Pad Transformer, Samsung Galaxy Tab, iPad 2, T-Mobile G-Slate, Comparison of tablet computers
Websitewww.thetoshibatablet.com

The Toshiba Thrive (AT100 in the UK[2]} is a 10.1" tablet computer running Android 3.2.1. PC World praised its full-sized and versatile SD card slot, HDMI port, and USB ports with host functionality and the ability to handle large external drives (up to 2TB) as well as standard peripherals like USB Keyboards, printers and cameras. The review concluded that there were minor disadvantages including a bulky form and poor sound quality.[3] CNET's review said "Its grooved back, full HDMI and USB support, full SD card slot, and replaceable battery justify its very bulky design."[4]

Features

The Toshiba Thrive has a capacitive touch screen, 10.1 inches diagonally measured, with 1280x800 resolution. It comes with one gigabyte of RAM, and 8, 16 or 32 gigabytes of flash NAND memory. Its CPU is the Nvidia Tegra 2 dual-core mobile processor, capable of common tablet tasks like Android games and other apps, e-books, music, and 720p video. There is a 5-megapixel camera on the back, a 2-megapixel camera on the front, and stereo speakers on the bottom. Unlike with many tablets, users can easily remove the Thrive's back cover and replace the battery. Though thicker relative to other tablets, the Thrive has rare full-sized USB and HDMI ports, and an SD card slot. There is a mini USB port for communications with a PC, and a port on the bottom edge for Toshiba's proprietary dock. The USB port is popular for external storage (such as flash drives and self-powered hard drives), mice, and keyboards.

The Thrive was first available online in the US on July 10, 2011.[5] In early 2012, Toshiba quietly (without any press releases) introduced Thrive tablets (16 or 32 gigabytes of storage) with support for AT&T 4G HSPA+ mobile broadband. This capability added $80 to the standard prices.[6]

A Thrive with a 7-inch screen was demonstrated in September 2011[7] and released in December 2011.[8] It weighs 13.3 ounces and has a smaller form factor, 7.44"x5.04"x0.48". However, the battery is not removable, and unlike the bigger Thrive's connections, it has micro HDMI and mini USB ports, and micro SD slot. It features the same front facing 2-megapixel camera.[9]

Upgrades

There were official announcements about the availability of an upgrade to Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) in early 2012[10], and in June 2012 it became available for certain Thrive models in the USA and Canada. There have been numerous complaints about the stability of the stock release at the Thrive Forum[11], however. For other countries, the latest official version of Android available from Toshiba for this device is still 3.2.1.

Toshiba Excite

The Thrive is rarely found new from U.S. retail outlets, although refurbished and used units are popular. Toshiba's Excite series of tablets was the successor to the Thrive series, launched on March 6, 2012, with 7.7-inch, 10.1-inch and 13-inch versions, all running Android 4.0.4[12]. The Excite has also has been discontinued by Toshiba, with refurbished and used units available from a variety of sources.

References

  1. ^ www.thetoshibatablet.com/pdf/Toshiba%20PDF_V2.pdf
  2. ^ Toshiba THRiVE Coming to U.K. as Toshiba AT100
  3. ^ Melissa J Perensen Thrive: A Tablet Edges Closer to the Ideal PC World 2011 July 13
  4. ^ Eric Franklin CNET review
  5. ^ Poeter, Damon (July 7, 2011). "Best Buy Confirms July 10 Release of Toshiba Thrive". PC Mag.
  6. ^ Toshiba Thrive 10" 4G 16GB
  7. ^ Hands On:Toshiba's Hi-Res 7-inch Thrive Tablet Sasha Segan, Sept 27 2011 PCMag.com
  8. ^ Toshiba Thrive 7
  9. ^ Thrive 7" Tablet
  10. ^ Thrive to get ICS this spring
  11. ^ [1]
  12. ^ Android 4.0.4 ICS update for Toshiba Thrive is available on August 7th
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