Introducing the Surtab – Haiti’s first locally assembled tablet

The first touch-screen tablet manufactured in Haiti and its affordable price have captured the interest of Haitians, particularly within low income households and the youth, who believe they now have a unique opportunity to fulfill their dream to own one, as the use of technological devices grows in popularity in the Caribbean country.

The tablet – known as the Surtab and based on the Android operating system is the very first of it’s kind to be assembled in Haiti. It is a a source for pride and hope for many who wish to have access to such technological tools to connect to the internet and enjoy the benefits of so many online programs and opportunities.

The factory price of the Surtab Wi-Fi model is US$85, and retailed at US$100; the 3G model has a factory price of US$150 and is retailed at US$200.

The Surtab company is targeting the Haitian and the Caribbean markets and has already received orders from entities in countries such as Jamaica, Turks and Caicos and Suriname.

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