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Mac Tablet from Other World Computing / Axiotron

Other World Computing pre-announced the Axiotron ModBook today.... a 3rd party Mac "tablet computer solution".

The ModBook is a Mac tablet computer solution with these features:

Write and draw directly on screen!
True pen & handwriting recognition
Built in iSight Camera
Integrated CD/DVD combo drive
The ONLY Mac solution with an optional built-in Global Positioning System
Aircraft grade magnesium alloy for all terrain use

The ModBook will apparently be a heavily modified MacBook in the tablet form-factor and will be officially unveiled at Macworld Expo on January 9th. A hands-on trial of the device will be available at that time.

A veiled image of the product can be seen at at Axiotron's website.

This year, MacRumors will be posting photos and reports from Macworld booths. A Macworld San Francisco sub-forum has been opened and we encourage vendors to register and participate in the discussion of their products.

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