\n\tRIM has dubbed the BlackBerry PlayBook as the “professional-grade” tablet, and it definitely fits in more as a business-friendly slate. However, RIM is also pushing this device to a wider consumer market, but it’s questionable how useful it will be for non-BlackBerry owners.
\n\tAt first glance, the PlayBook is a beautiful device that would be attractive to a consumer looking for a 7-inch tablet. However, it’s friendlier for current and future BlackBerry owners as the e-mail app works hand-in-hand with the one on the BlackBerry. Thus, it’s questionable how well this well sell in the consumer market overall.
Rachel King is a staff writer for ZDNet based in San Francisco.
