CES 2012: Razer announces a gaming tablet/PC Hybrid

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CES 2012: Razer announces a gaming tablet/PC Hybrid

Not content with coming out with an awesome-looking gaming laptop, Razer announced today at CES that it’s also working on a gaming tablet, right now called Project Fiona. The tablet is unique among its brethren in that it combines the functions of a tablet and a gaming console controller, so no more swiping at the screen when you should be pushing buttons.

The device features an Intel Core i7 processor and is designed to run higher-end PC games. A teaser trailer from Razer shows Project Fiona running games like Firefall and Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood. According to the company, the tablet runs “many” PC games natively, eliminating the need for developers to port games.

To make up for the lack of a mouse and keyboard, Project Fiona features a built-in controller-like interface. Dual handles on either side of the tablet are equipped with both buttons and analog sticks, as well force feedback. Other control options include built-in accelerometers and a touch-screen interface for its 10.1”, 1280x800 display. Audio-wise, the tablet supports Dolby 7.1 surround sound.

While the Fiona can run modern PC games, Razer hopes that eventually developers will create experiences tailored, at least in part, to the tablet.

“The user interface we have designed for Project Fiona allows all existing PC games to be played right out of the box and also provides game developers new opportunities as they develop next-gen games on a highly intuitive platform,” CEO Min-Liang Tan said in a statement.