Discovery Communications plans e-book reader with advertising functions
The U.S. company Discovery Communications has filed a patent application in the United States for the development of an e-book reader. The device, which is equipped with a high-resolution display, is also expected to include e-commerce and advertising features.
The US company Discovery Communications has applied for a patent in the USA for the development of an e-book reader. This was reported by the Hamburg-based media magazine New-business.de. The function of the Discovery reader is intended to go beyond the mere display of texts. In the 50-page patent application, which is available to the new business editorial team, the planned device is described as a combination of new technologies, including television, mobile communication and computers. The device, equipped with a high-resolution display, will be able to play audio and video clips. E-commerce and advertising functions are also planned.
