Development of a Low-cost Tablet Computer

Name: Stephanie Higley

Title: OLPC XO-3 Dream Tablet May Come True After All

Author: Brian Barrett

Source: gizmodo.com

Link: http://gizmodo.com/5549053/olpc-xo+3-dream-tablet-buoyed-by-marvell

Description:

The XO-3 is a simple tablet computer that is in the development stages. What makes this computer special is the purpose that it is being created for. The OLPC Foundation (One Laptop Per Child) is working with Marvell (a leader in integrated silicon solutions) to develop a low-cost laptop that can be used by kids all over the world. This included children in developing countries that have limited access to power. For that reason the amount of power needed to run the machine is the biggest concern. Right now this computer will only take one watt to run. That means that it could be powered by the body using a hand crank in countries where electricity is not an option. At this point Marvell is thinking that these will only cost between $75 to $99. The OLPC believes that this will allow all students to have access to a modern education.

Comments:

I think that this is such an interesting idea. At this price it would be very reasonable for every student around to world to have a computer at their fingertips. Not to mention all of our students here in the United States. This could be a great option for schools to look into to provide our students with up to date technology during a time of tight budgets!