Technology and Innovation

Named after the Spanish verb for”to look” the Philips,ViewSonic and Wyse 10.4-and 15-inch prototypes currently on show are good-looking, but what use they’ll be put to is another matter. Aubrey Edwards, Microsoft’s director of marketing believes the Mira will “free your PC’ from the constraints of your desk, so you can pick up your email and surf the Web all from the comfort of your sofa.

You get the impression Philips has all the bases covered herewith a solid 100Hz image and superb sound,thankstosix speakers combining to offer 75W output, plus Dolby Pro Logic surround. Compelling picture and sound aside, this model is thoughtfully configured for digital TV, with digital reception, a smart-card slotforpayTVandevena built-in modem all part of the package.