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Digital reading has become more comfortable thanks to larger screens and e-ink displays, but there is still a small problem of having to constantly reach out to tap or scroll to move between pages.

Dutch company DuRoBo believes it has the solution, having unveiled the Moodi, the first Bluetooth remote control for page turning, designed to make reading, browsing content, and controlling media more convenient on e-readers, tablets, and smartphones.

Unlike traditional page-turners that focus only on e-books, the Moodi also works as a small Bluetooth controller for browsing articles, controlling multimedia playback, and navigating long content, according to a report by Digital Trends, a tech news website, reviewed by Al Arabiya Business.

Moodi device (Source: DuRoBo website)

The device targets the category of ergonomic accessories designed to reduce repetitive hand movements during prolonged screen use.

The device measures 3.5 × 5.7 × 1.3 cm and weighs 18 grams, and is designed to sit comfortably in the palm of the hand.

It connects via Bluetooth 5.4, pairs with devices only once, then automatically reconnects to compatible devices, allowing users to turn pages or navigate content without touching the screen.

The controller offers three operating modes. Reading mode allows users to turn pages in supported e-book and comic apps with a single button press, making one-handed reading or reading while lying in bed easier.

Multimedia mode works as a tool to control playback of audiobooks, podcasts, text-to-speech apps, and music.

Browsing mode enables users to scroll through documents, articles, presentations, or notes without the need for repeated screen scrolling.

The Moodi comes with six magnetic button covers bearing different emoji shapes, which can be swapped in seconds, allowing users to customize the controller with different expressions and colors.

The company says the tactile buttons are designed to mimic the feel of soft animal paw pads, with a clear click intended to make repeated presses more comfortable and satisfying.

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