Aakash 2 to sell for Rs.2,450, claims Sibal

Here's some joyous news for enthusiasts. Quite contrary to the previous reports indicating that the better spec'd Aakash 2 tablet would get costlier than its predecessor. According to an Economic Times report, while the Aakash 2 will go few notches higher, as far as the specifications go, it will still be priced at $49. IT Minister, Kapil Sibal claims that it will still be priced at Rs.2,450 ($49), i.e. on similar lines as its predecessor. The tablet will be of an Indian make completely, very soon, too. The report further reveals that the makers of the Aakash tablet - Canada-based, Datawind will not be a part of the making on the Aakash 2 tablet, and that the government has roped in C-DAC and ITI, instead. Click here for full story