TSA: iPad, Netbooks Can Remain in Carry-On (LiveScience.com)

LiveScience.com - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has confirmed a screening policy in the wake of the iPad release that will make airport security screening easier for many people. The TSA will allow passengers to leave netbooks, e-book readers such as Amazon's Kindle, and other "small gadgets" in their carry-on bags when they go through security checkpoints. The TSA blog explicitly states that "Electronic items smaller than the standard sized laptop should not need to be removed from your bag or their cases. It's that simple."

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