HP DreamScreen Device priced at Rs. 19,999 in India

HP has introduced a new interactive device dubbed DreamScreen that can be used as a digital photo frame and can also fetch social network updates. New DreamScreen is an interactive digital device that has icon-based touch interface with a 10-inch touchscreen, reported ET. It will require Internet connectivity to perform several functions like fetching status updates, and also promises to offer IPTV service in India. HP DreamScreen will be available in India from November 25 in about 60 cities for an MRP of Rs. 19,999.

HP DreamScreen is a several-in-one like solution that offers to work as a Digital Frame, Internet Radio, Alarm Clock, Weather Report, Facebook Updates and even a Video player. Load all your multi-media content and you can enjoy using it as your touchscreen tablet. Mind you, HP has not called it a tablet.

Will the HP DreamScreen compete with iPad and Galaxy Tab? "While the iPad is a more personal device, DreamScreen is more oriented towards a shared environment and designed for use by families," said Sunil Dutt, HP India vice president and general manager (Personal Systems Group).

Dutt stated that DreamScreen' s concept, software and interface were developed in India. HP has partnered with Airtel and Tata Teleservices for Internet Connecitivity solutions. Apalya, Edurite, India Games, India Today, NDTV and Yatra have also committed to offer content.