Infopad
| Infopad | |
|---|---|
| Type | Computer |
| Tech Level | TL–8 |
| Cost | Cr200 |
| Size | 1.2liters |
| Weight | 200g |
The infopad is a flat tablet of variable size that is first available at TL–8, but increases in complexity and has additional options at higher technology levels. The screen is touch sensitive, acting as both a display and an interface at the same time. Touch interface requires either a finger or other digit, or uses a stylus.
Initially the infopad is a flat-panel display screen with a wire connection to a computer of communications system. as the technology increases the display become interactive and the infopad incorporates a communication system, and can be used to interact with robots or any other computerized system.
The infopads vary in size from 6cm x 4cm (pocket sized) to 28 cm x 22 cm (hand held) and vary between 0.5cm and 2cm thick. All are powered by an internal battery which last 24 to 48 hours of use.