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Talking paper made by scientists

Posted June 05, 2007 4:21 PM

From BBC News | Science/Nature | UK Edition:

Researchers create digital paper that emits recorded sound in response to a user's touch. Digital paper that can speak to you has been created by scientists. Researchers from Mid Sweden University have constructed an interactive paper billboard that emits recorded sound in response to a user's touch. The prototype display uses conductive inks, which are sensitive to pressure, and printed speakers. The team envisages that the technology could be used by advertisers, and in the future, it might even be employed for product packaging.

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Re: Talking paper made by scientists

06/07/2007 12:29 PM

Gives a whole new meaning to "audio books."

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