Lightning in a Bottle

Researchers in the area of creating electronic paper (or is it electronic ink?) are moving toward being able to display moving pictures on paper. If their predictions hold true, the result will be a very inexpensive, low-power and sturdy replacement for LCD screens and computer monitors. The concept of the e-book that works for schools could finally begin to happen.

The scientists even envision being able to sew a display right onto your clothing. Can animated t-shirts, baseball caps and bumper-stickers be far behind?

The article is at story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&cid=570&e=15&u=/nm/science_paper_dc.

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