Children's tablet: A different class of laptop

Unveiled at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show, the XO-3 has a simple and durable design, a protective rubber casing and a removable cover. When in use, the cover is transferred to the back, which houses a camera. A solar cover and panel containing batteries enables the tablet to be charged outdoors.

‘We are proud to introduce the XO-3 tablet, showcasing the design, durability and performance that make it a natural successor to our current laptops,’ says Edward McNierney, chief technology officer of OLPC. The charity has already distributed laptops to 2.4m children worldwide.

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