MS developing new tablet PC device: Report

Microsoft Corp is developing a small tablet-style PC to rival a similar product that may be launched by Apple Inc.

• Written by Reuters
• Seattle | September 23, 2009 09:52 AM IST
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Microsoft Corp is developing a small tablet-style PC to rival a similar product that may be launched by Apple Inc,technology blog ‘Gizmodo’ reported on Tuesday.

The booklet-shaped device,called Courier,is in the “late prototype” stage of development,Gizmodo reported,without identifying the source of its information.

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Microsoft did not immediately answer a request for comment.

The Courier device has dual 7-inch (18 cm) screens that are touch sensitive and can be used in conjunction with a stylus,Gizmodo reported.

Apple has long been expected to launch its own tablet PC — essentially a large version of its iPhone — but has so far announced no plans to do so.

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