"Slate computers" refer to handheld devices that have a flat touch-sensitive screen, similar to a tablet, without a physical keyboard. They are generally used for tasks like browsing the internet, watching videos, and playing games. Full definition
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 is an excellent alternative to Apple's iPad 2, the ultra-thin tablet it is designed to challenge in the burgeoning market for lightweight slate computers. (eweek.com)
If you're one of the lucky ones that are going to invest in this Samsung Galaxy, the smaller and some would say better version of the new slate computers then you'll want to protect it with a snazzy cover. (hubpages.com)
A 10.1 - inch slate computer, Xoom is the first such device to run Google's ballyhooed Android 3.0 «Honeycomb» operating system optimized for the tablet form factor. (eweek.com)