That butterfly have wings whose vivid colors inspire the poetic spirits in an individual is well known. Now the same mesmerizing flutterers are adding wings to dreams of those with a technological bend of mind. While for those who are mostly up to reading novels, having color screens might be of least significance. Though there’s no denying the fact that to be able to see a … [Read more...] about The Color Factor In E-Readers
Archives for March 2010
Gen3 From Cybooks – A Future E-Reader
A single navigation key and two buttons is all that makes the user interface of the Gen3, the latest e-reader from Cybooks. The device has a range of unique features which gives the impression that the makers had the future of the entire mobile gadget in mind while designing this device. The device is extremely thin, fully portable and light weight. The display puts the minimum … [Read more...] about Gen3 From Cybooks – A Future E-Reader
Skiff E-Reader
There are more details coming in about the Skiff e-reader. This sleek device is going to be a large format e-reader that is to be used primarily for reading newspapers and periodicals, which will be displayed in a format that is very much similar to the actual paper copy. Skiff has a very generous display area, which stands at 11.5 inches with a resolution of 1200 x 1600 … [Read more...] about Skiff E-Reader
The Elonex E-Reader From Borders UK
The proverbial rat race has been replaced with the e-reader race since the beginning of last year. Every manufacturer worth its name has either launched, is in the process of launching or planning to launch a new e-reader. Specs and price tag that are being fixed is consumer beneficial indeed. Take for instance the Elonex that was launched by Borders UK at a remarkable low … [Read more...] about The Elonex E-Reader From Borders UK
Kindle To Replace Textbooks in Schools?
An experiment to kindle interest in the Kindle e-reader was carried out at the Princeton University recently. Fifty students were selected for the experiment and textbook material for three of the courses that they were undergoing was transferred to the Kindle. The students were supposed to utilize only the Kindle for their classes. In two weeks time the kindle dwindled amongst … [Read more...] about Kindle To Replace Textbooks in Schools?
Alex E-Reader to Ship April 16th
People have long been asking when the Alex E-Reader would ship since it was announced at the CES 2010. Spring Design the makers of the Android Powered Alex E-Reader says that it will ship officially April 16th of this year, just two weeks after the Apple I-PAD is released. The Alex E-Reader will retail for $399.00 and features a touch screen full color 3.5 inch bottom … [Read more...] about Alex E-Reader to Ship April 16th
Microsofts Courier Will be a Digital Journal
While the whole world held its breath, waiting for Apple’s much awaited entry into Tablet computing, there is curiosity and excitement building up with another product from Microsoft – the Courier – that is already being touted as the next wonder device to hit us. Will Microsoft’s Courier, the astonishing take on the Tablet, manage to take the wind out of Apple’s sails? While … [Read more...] about Microsofts Courier Will be a Digital Journal
LG’s New E-Reader is Solar Powered
E-Book readers are steadily gaining ground due to their versatility, portability and not to undermine the fact that they are all green. They attempt at undermining the environmental effects of the publishing industry. If they are all green, then LG’s solar powered reader can be considered greener. LG goes a tad further with its built-in solar cell. Now that is as environment … [Read more...] about LG’s New E-Reader is Solar Powered
HP Slate to be cheaper then the Apple I-Pad
If you think that Apple’s much-awaited entry into Tablet computing will give it the pleasure of having the market all to itself, you may be moving away from the truth. Microsoft, Dell and Acer seem to be working on overdrive to develop similar products and steal some cheer out of Apple’s euphoria. HP is supposed to be thinking in the lines of undercutting iPad’s price and the … [Read more...] about HP Slate to be cheaper then the Apple I-Pad
Bridgestone The New Flexible E-reader
Yes you have heard it right. The same company whose tires have become as synonymous with Formula 1 as the screeches and growls of the F1 machines has surprised everyone by offering an e-reader. Such a device from companies like Amazon, Barnes and Noble or Sony is understandable. But to have an e-reader from none other then Bridgestone is sure to raise an eyebrow or two. It’s … [Read more...] about Bridgestone The New Flexible E-reader