LG Optimus Pad now available from Rogers

As reported last week, the LG Optimus Pad is launching on Rogers today. This in one of the very few Android tablets (of the already few Android tablets in Canada) that has the 8.9-inch form factor and sports the tablet optimized version of Android. Details and demo video after the jump.

• Tablet-optimized Android 3.0 O/S and 1 GHz dual-core processor: faster performance, multi-pane email, live widgets, and enhanced Google Mobile Services (Gmail, Chrome browser, Maps, Google Talk, YouTube)

• Wi-Fi plus internet access with download speeds up to 14.4 Mbps on the Rogers wireless network. Can also be used as mobile hotspot for up to 8 devices.

• Rich web browsing with Flash 10.2 (download from the Android Market) and HTML 5 support

• Optimum portability; uncompromised viewability: 8.9” touch screen with true 720p HD display

• 2D & 3D video capture, video calling support and HDMI content mirroring for viewing on larger displays (HDMI cable included)

• Up to 10 hours battery life

• From $449.99 on select 3-year term plans ($699.99 no-term)

Source: Rogers