Everex is bringing the CloudBook to Japan with one interesting addition - a touchscreen (and bluetooth,) according to Engadget and Impress. While this version does run XP, I see this as a minor thing. If you look at the history of the CloudBook hardware, it was originally running Windows. I suspect that when the touchscreen CloudBook is brought to other countries, it will more than likely run Linux again.

Adding a touchscreen will give the CloudBook a significant differentiating factor between it and the Eee PC. Although I am not convinced the touchscreen will offset the increased price (personally I do not see the appeal of a touchscreen on a UMPC), it will at least be interesting to see a real competitor to the Eee PC that stands a chance.

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