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Sony on Friday launched a new version of its e-book Reader, adding interactive features to the electronic book that include letting users flip pages with the swipe of a finger. The PRS-700 has the same dimensions as the older PRS-505. Both are about the size of a slimmed-down paperback book and weigh about 10 ounces. The latest model, however, brings a number of interactive features to the touch screen and hardware changes that Sony hopes consumers will be willing to spend an additional $100 for. The PRS-700 has a 6-inch display that enables users to flip pages with the slide of a finger or zoom in to text by tapping the screen. In addition, Sony has added an on-screen electronic keyboard for creating notes. Other features include the ability to search terms within a document or book and highlight text with the Reader's stylus pen. Full story