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Philips spin-off creates an 'iPod' for the written word
Mobile devices are everywhere, you can play all your games, connect to the Net to catchup on LR news etc. Now iRex Technologies BV have developed the "thinking mans ipod". Instead of holding a collection of MP3's, this device will have a 8.1-inch display which combines a touch screen display and wireless connectivity. There are no details yet on what software, or publications are going to be available.
LONDON ? A Royal Philips Electronics spin-off company has developed a wirelessly-connected ?electronic reader? tablet based on a high-contrast "electronic paper" display technology from E Ink Corp. The spin-off, iRex Technologies BV (Eindhoven, the Netherlands), claims that its wireless e-reader can be viewed outdoors in sunshine or shadow. The e-reader allows users to write comments, mark or underline sections to provide a paper-like experience, the company claimed.
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