iFad

iFad
An iFad showing USB Today with the Everyone v. Farnsworth trial news.
Origin	Robo-planetoid
First appearance	"A Clockwork Origin" (6ACV09)

The iFad is a computer or kindle-like device produced and sold on the robo-planetoid. It is probably marketed as a platform for audio and visual media such as books, periodicals, movies, music, and games, as well as web content, much like the iPad.

Additional Info

Allusions

• Its name is a reference to Apple's iPad as well as the word "fad". Apple was also heavily referenced in "Attack of the Killer App", though the iPad was not mentioned.
  • The eyePhone is another item referencing Apple's merchandise.

Appearances

• "A Clockwork Origin" (6ACV09)