Apple Granted Poximity Sensing Multitouch Screen Patent

With the Apple tablet being launched in mere moments, it’s interesting to find out that the US Patent and Trademark Office has granted the company some new patents.

Included in the new patent suite is a proximity sensing multitouch screen which we’re hoping was slated for the tablet, though it’s certainly possible it’s been meant for something in the future.  Either way, very fascinating stuff that.