The LongPen is a remote signing device conceived of by writer Margaret Atwood in 2004 and debuted in 2006.[1] It allows a person to write remotely in ink anywhere in the world via tablet PC and the Internet and a robotic hand.[2] It also supports an audio and video conversation between the endpoints, such as a fan and author, while a book is being signed.
The system was used by Conrad Black, who was under arrest, to "attend" a book signing event without leaving his home.[2]
- ^ Burkeman, Oliver (6 March 2006). "Atwood sign of the times draws blank". The Guardian. New York.
- ^ a b Tsirbas, Christos (2007-12-03). "The LongPen: From World-Famous Novelist to High-Tech Entrepreneur". Archived from the original on 2008-04-24.