Pantech Element pops up at an AT&T store, waterproof tablet coming very soon

We know, you haven't been able to stop thinking about the ways you'll use a waterproof tablet since we first heard about the splash-proof Pantech Element last week. But we interrupt your deep thoughts with further evidence that the LTE, 8-inch tablet will be hitting AT&T next week. Engadget was sent an image of the Element's AT&T signage and was told by a source that the tablet will be officially touching down on the carrier the week of January 15th for $300 with a two-year contract ($450 without). That's not a terrible off contract price — considering the Xyboard 8.2 is $600 on Verizon — but we'll hold off on making any recommendations until this thing is officially announced this week and we splash some water on it ourselves.