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O2 has unveiled a new mobile device which it claims could play a significant role in the education sector.

The network, which counts the Apple iPhone 3G among its catalogue of available handsets in the UK, revealed details of the O2 Xda Flint which can be used for a number of classroom tasks.

Loading e-books, making notes, reading or reviewing documents and the ability to log on to a number of digital learning applications and virtual learning environments are just some of the features on offer with the gadget.

The Xda Flint is equipped with a five-inch touch screen, Bluetooth 2.0, quad-band Wi-Fi and HSDPA, a three-megapixel camera with autofocus, mp3 and video playback and is Microsoft Windows compatible.

Ben Dowd, the group’s business sales director, said: "This device is perfect for students and teachers who need to stay in the loop while on the move or away from their learning environment."

Earlier this month, O2 welcomed plans by Ofcom to regulate the way mobile broadband providers advertise internet speeds.

Are O2 on to something by offering gadgets that can educate?

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