April 30 is also known to be the El Dia Del Nino day in most Latin countries. That translates to Children’s Day in English, while in the US the day is celebrated as El Dia de los Libros which translates to Children’s Book Day. This year, the day is going to be made special by the introduction of the latest ebook by Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon in full color. … [Read more...] about Planets Around the Sun e-Book for Kids to Arrive on Kindle Fire Soon
Archives for April 2012
Rumor: HP Slate 8 in the Making
Hewlett Packard's effort in the tablet world is mostly known for a certain WebOS debacle that etched a place in computing history. So while the absence of the HP TouchPad signifies one tablet less for the consumers to consider, the company continues to maintain a presence in the enterprise tablet segment.There is some great news coming from HP and the company seems to be in … [Read more...] about Rumor: HP Slate 8 in the Making
Ubislate 7 Is Finally Here
Datawind has finally launched its successor to the first gen Aakash in the form of the UbiSlate 7+ and UbiSlate 7C. Also, as expected, price continues to be the strong point for the two tablet devices, at Rs 2,999 and Rs 3,999 for the UbiSlate 7+ and UbiSlate 7C respectively.Heralding the launch as a historic moment in the country, DataWind CEO Suneet Singh Tuli said, "This … [Read more...] about Ubislate 7 Is Finally Here
Contest: Win a Barnes and Noble Nook Color
We are proud to give away our review edition of the Barnes and Noble Nook Color! This was the first tablet that B&N ever issued and still remains relevant in today's market climate. It allows you to tap into an expansive ecosystem and buy almost a million books. You can also download and install Android Apps from their online app store.The Barnes and Noble Nook Color is … [Read more...] about Contest: Win a Barnes and Noble Nook Color
Kindle Still Reigns Supreme in Amazon’s Quarterly Report
Amazon’s first quarter figures are in and the clear winner is the Kindle. While the online retail platform posted a 19% increase in its media sales, the Kindle still won out as its top seller. While net sales increased 34% in this quarter, largely thanks to Amazon’s current bestselling item in the new Kindle Fire tablet, profits actually fell by 35% as Amazon invested in other … [Read more...] about Kindle Still Reigns Supreme in Amazon’s Quarterly Report
Macmillan Imprint TOR to Abandon DRM
Macmillan USA is taking the first steps to abandon Digital Rights Management on its Science-Fiction imprint TOR. This bold move will occur by July of this year and finally allow users to transfer books to different devices without the need for Adobe Digital Editions or other software. The one main thing that DRM prevents is the resale of purchased books and the donation of … [Read more...] about Macmillan Imprint TOR to Abandon DRM
Pearson Publishing Experiences 3% Growth
Pearson Publishing has reported quarterly results today and the company has seen 3% growth on its extensive portfolio. The Financial Times and Penguin both fall under the Pearson banner. The most successful ventures for the company continues to be the educational market that nets 60% of its total revenue. The Financial Times also has seen robust sales even though advertising … [Read more...] about Pearson Publishing Experiences 3% Growth
Vietnam Opens Up Their First e-Reader and eBook Store
Phuong Nam Cultural Joint Stock Corporation's ebook store has opened in Saigon and is the first of its kind in that country. The company has opened a 500-square-meter store in floor B2 in the Vincom Shopping Mall in District 1, where it sells e-readers, tablets, ebooks, accessories, and apps.There are not many books to start but Phuong Nam says more will be added in the … [Read more...] about Vietnam Opens Up Their First e-Reader and eBook Store
CourseSmart and Academic eText Accessibility
A large number of students will be winding down another school year next month and the question still needs to be asked: where are the wholly digital textbooks that have been predicted? Futuristic promises have been made about classrooms where there are no books and college campuses where students shun the overloaded backpacks in favor of a slim tablet tucked under their arms, … [Read more...] about CourseSmart and Academic eText Accessibility
e-Ink Holdings Reports First Quarterly Loss in 2 Years
E-Ink Holdings reported their first loss for the first time in ten consecutive financial quarters. The company has reported that they are in the red 26 million dollars and cited the "inventory adjustment" of its clients. Its entire revenue stream is down over 67% from this time last year.It is not surprising that e-Ink is reporting a loss in the first quarter because no new … [Read more...] about e-Ink Holdings Reports First Quarterly Loss in 2 Years
Lambton Country Library Now Lending Sony eBook Readers
It is becoming a trend for libraries to lend out ebook readers to its valid members. The latest to conform to this is the Lambton country Library that is offering the Sony ebook reader completely free. The library has 26 branches and all of them have Sony ebook readers for people to try. For those who have a mobile device, there is no need for a computer as the spots are all … [Read more...] about Lambton Country Library Now Lending Sony eBook Readers
Amazon Kindle Fire takes 54% of the Android Market
The Amazon Kindle Fire is growing in popularity and now controls 54% of the entire Android market segment. Its rivals such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab and Motorola Xoom are seeing diminished returns.The Kindle Fire has seen tremendous market growth since it launched last November. During its first quarter it garnered 29% of all Android sales. In January it increased its lead … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Fire takes 54% of the Android Market
Chapters offering Kobo Touch e-Reader for $99
Canadian bookseller Chapters will be slashing the price on the Kobo Touch e-Reader on April 27th. The price has been reduced from the normal price of $139 to a paltry $99.99 and comes with 2 free ebooks. If you are a member of the Plum Rewards program you can get the deal one day early. This will insure if your local bookstore does not have a ton left in inventory you can get … [Read more...] about Chapters offering Kobo Touch e-Reader for $99
Ancient Vatican Library Texts To Be Digitized
It was just a matter of time before technology and hi-fi gadgets make it to what can perhaps be said the last frontiers of our civilization -- religion and places of worship. In a move that is sure to have far reaching impact for those of you that use tablet PCs and e-book reading devices to read your digital content. The Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana, better known as the … [Read more...] about Ancient Vatican Library Texts To Be Digitized