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Is Apple planning an iBook camera?

Yet more flash gear on the way?

Tags: ibook, camera, apple

By Ingrid Marson

Published: 20 September 2005 08:15 GMT

Apple has filed a patent for a laptop that has a camera built into the latch between the lid and the base, suggesting that it is working on such a feature in an upcoming laptop model.

The patent application, which was published by the US Patent Office last week, is for a portable computer that includes a camera in the housing that secures the lid to the base. The camera, which is integrated into the PC, includes an image sensor and a lens assembly, according to documents on the US patent office website.

The patent, which has not yet been granted, was filed by Apple in March 2004.

An Apple spokesperson declined to say whether the company is planning to include the feature in any forthcoming products, explaining that the company doesn't comment on 'rumour and speculation'.

An image of the proposed device is included on the front page of the patent application.

Ingrid Marson writes for ZDNet UK

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