Ebeam follows the standard whiteboard capture device. It comes with a reciever that sticks to the whiteboard with suctions and magnets. The ebeam utilizes bluetooth technology and the bluetooth adaptor has to be purchased separtely. The ebeam is not completely wireless, because it needs to be plugged into an external powersource that is near the whiteboard. The stylus needs a battery to use so make sure there are spare ones available. When coupled with a projector the stylus has mousing capabilities.
Ebeam is compatible with mac, pc, pocketpc, palm. When used with a projector the stylus has mousing capabilities. Powerpoints and flipcharts are capatible with Ebeam, but you must sign a licensing agreement to use them. Once this is done you are free to use flipcharts with Ebeam.
Ebeam allows you to share data remotely using Ebeams data server. You can even host a meeting or professional development for up to 25 members using Ebeam.
The bottomline is that most instructors will enjoy this device and most administrators will notice that it is not as pricey as the standard Promethean or Whiteboard. An added advantage is the portability.
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