Start-up Brave is preparing to launch its Ark 2-in-1 Android tablet, positioning the device as a productivity-focused alternative to premium tablets by combining a high-refresh display, a large battery and support for keyboard and stylus accessories.
The Ark 2-in-1 comes as Android tablet makers gradually begin adopting newer Qualcomm processors. Brave confirmed the device will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, alongside 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of expandable storage, placing it among the more powerful Android tablets currently announced.
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According to details published on the company’s website, the tablet features a 12.95-inch IPS display with a 144 Hz refresh rate, 2.8K resolution and peak brightness of 700 nits, housed in a body measuring 7.6 mm thick. Brave said the device also includes a 14,550 mAh battery, aiming to support extended use in both tablet and laptop-style configurations.
The company is also emphasizing software features designed for productivity, including a dedicated desktop mode that allows the Ark 2-in-1 to connect to an external monitor via its USB Type-C port. Brave said the device is intended to deliver a flexible setup similar to detachable PCs running desktop operating systems.
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Brave said sales of the Ark 2-in-1 will begin at 06:30 UTC on Feb. 6, with initial availability limited to Amazon India. The company has not yet disclosed plans for wider international distribution.
Source: Xpertpick