Thread: Forbes/OLPC announces the XO-3!
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Old 12-23-2009, 11:40 AM   #9
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Originally Posted by pilotbob View Post
Wait what happened to the OLPC v2... with the dual two mode touch screens that was going to cost $100? Has that been released yet?
They announced that they were scrapping plans for the XO-2, which included the new screen, etc. They are currently releasing a similar device to the original XO but with an upgraded processor instead.

The XO-3 is now their future "next generation" device. We'll see what comes of it. Last I heard, the company was having some serious financial problems, and had layed off about half their staff, etc. That's probably why the XO-2 was scrapped. They don't have the cash right now to support development of anything new, and are putting out an upgraded version of their current model because it's cheaper/easier to develop.
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