Android 4.0 for Aakash tablet

Telecom Minister Kapil Sibal said the new version of the low-cost Aakash tablet PC is expected to be available to students on November 11.

He added that Aakash, an instrument of empowerment, will feature 1 Ghz processor, four-hour battery time, capacitive screen andAndroid 4.0 operating system under the new version.

Sibal said going forward, the price of the device is expected to come down to "$ 35, which will be around Rs 1,500" with setting up of manufacturing activities in India.