Lenovo Miix2 8 inch and Acer Iconia W4 8 inch debut with Windows 8.1 on tablets.

Lenovo Miix2  8 inch and Acer Iconia W4  8 inch debut with  Windows 8.1 on tablets.

Lenovo Unveils 8-Inch Miix2 Tablet With Windows 8.1

The Lenovo Miix2 will be available later this month starting at $299, sporting a 10-point multi-touch, 800-by-1,280 display with a 178-degree viewing angle. It includes a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera and 2-megapixel front-facing cam.

The Miix2 will run an Intel Bay Trail-T quad-core processor, Intel HD graphics, and Windows 8.1, which is scheduled to launch early Friday morning in the U.S. with enhancements like Internet Explorer 11, touch optimization, and the return of the "Start" button.

The Miix2 will be pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home & Student 2013, which users can access via touch or with the optional stylus. A cover accessory also doubles as a stand.

The 32GB model will start at $299, while a 64GB version will be $349, and the cover/stylus will set you back another $20, according to ZDNet. The Miix2 supports an additional 32GB via microSD.

Acer Debuts 8-Inch Iconia W4 Tablet With Windows 8.1.

The tablet features a 16:10 ratio, with 1,280-by-800-pixel resolution and an IPS display that provides consistent images, color, and brightness; the advanced technology also eliminates the touch-screen ripple effect. Additionally, the Zero Air Gap tightens the space between the touch panel and LCD module, reducing reflection and boosting readability.

Other specs include micro-HDMI and micro-USB ports, as well as room for 32GB of added storage. Plus, with a 2-megapixel front camera and 5-megapixel rear cam, users can shoot photos and video in up to 1080p.

Pre-loaded with Microsoft Office Home and Student 2013 Edition, the tablet also provides new features like Microsoft InstantGo, which automatically refreshes apps and data whenever an Internet connection is available.