Once Microsoft revealed that Windows Phone 8 and Windows 8 would be sharing a common core, we knew we'd see overlap between phone manufacturers and computer manufacturers eventually. The lines between phones, tablets, and computers are blurring and that means all bets are off on where companies will go next.
Now, that might just include HTC. Bloomberg reports that the manufacturer is planning to announce two Windows RT tablets next year. The first will be a 7-inch slate that will tout the ability to make phone calls, while the second will include a larger than average 12-inch display. Both tablets will be powered by Qualcomm chipsets (big surprise), and are due by Q3 2013. As to whether or not HTC would also consider making a Windows 8 tablet with an Intel processor, Bloomberg's sources said the company ditched those plans when the retail price soared over $1,000.
With another report pointing towards imminent plans of a Nokia Windows RT based 10-inch tablet early next year, it seems Windows Phone manufacturers are starting to understand the appeal/potential of a smartphone-tablet combination. We would literally drool at the thought of using a tablet with the same ergonomics and build quality as the Windows Phone 8X...
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