What do you a call a full-size touchscreen tablet with Wi-Fi connectivity, the ability to run applications, and iPhone-like touch controls? Until a week or so ago, it was called the CrunchPad, as envisioned by TechCrunch founder Michael Arrington. Now the device has a new name, JooJoo, and Arrington has been cut out of the equation. Arrington’s former partner in developing the device, Fusion Garage, has claimed full ownership and the device will be available for $499 starting Dec. 11. Customers can purchase directly from thejoojoo.com. Arrington revealed the rift between TechCrunch and Fusion Garage in a blog post on Nov. 30 in which he accused Fusion Garage CEO Chandra Rathakrishnan of double-dealing and backstabbing, and promised a lawsuit over his being cut out of a product for which he provided the initial inspiration.

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CrunchPad Is Now the JooJoo, with a $499 Price

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