O'Reilly Publishing is well known for their books aimed at the more tech savvy. Whether you are interested in programming in Java Script or Android, their eBooks are beloved by many. The publisher today has taken the unique step of allowing you to send to your Dropbox account any eBooks you purchase. This makes them accessible on any smartphone, tablet, PC or e-Reader with … [Read more...] about O’Reilly adds Dropbox Sync to DRM-Free eBooks
Archives for June 2012
HP Will Not Make a Windows RT Tablet
In the beginning of June, Microsoft surprised the world by launching its Surface line of tablet devices. However, Microsoft's move has also taken its hardware partners by surprise, with some criticizing the development. Acer kept themselves limited to criticizing the Surface itself, claiming it might not make it big. Hardware company HP has gone one step beyond by announcing … [Read more...] about HP Will Not Make a Windows RT Tablet
Latest iBerry ICS Tablet AX01 to Cost Rs.5,990
Come July a new tablet from iBerry India will enter the market. The iBerry Auxus AX01 will be based on Android 4.0 ICS and is aimed at the budget segment, priced as it is at a convenient INR 5,990 for the Wi-Fi only model.Specs aren't anything to set new speed records, though are pretty decent for the price mentioned. The 7 inch tablet will have a 1 GHz Cortex A8 processor … [Read more...] about Latest iBerry ICS Tablet AX01 to Cost Rs.5,990
No Adobe Flash for Android 4.1 Jellybean
The latest business strategy adopted by Adobe is to increase focus on improving service on PCs, the company revealed in its official blog. As a result, there won't be any further versions of the Flash Player developed for mobile browsers. What this means is that Android 4.1 Jelly Bean will not have Adobe Flash player support. Adobe player will also be removed from Google Play … [Read more...] about No Adobe Flash for Android 4.1 Jellybean
Rumor: Google Developing Nexus 10 Tablet
No sooner has the Nexus 7 tablet transitioned rumor to reality, that word of a bigger 10 inch version got out. All the speculation did culminate into a the new 7 inch Nexus tablet and a 10 inch version of the same will be equally exciting if made available at an attractive price point. Also, look at what Samsung had done with their 7 inch Galaxy Tab, following it with the … [Read more...] about Rumor: Google Developing Nexus 10 Tablet
LULU Launches Publishing Advisor
LULU is one of the premier self-publishing destinations and today is launching a new product called "The Publishing Advisor." This is a new tool designed to give authors all the backgrounds and levels of experience customized publishing recommendations for their books, absolutely free.The Publishing Advisor tool starts off by asking five simple questions about your book. … [Read more...] about LULU Launches Publishing Advisor
Bookbaby and USA Government Form Partnership on eBooks
Bookbaby has just received perferred vendor status by the USA Goverment and soon will be providing a unique ebook service for them. Recently Bookbaby worked in conjuntion with the Government Services Administration (GSA) to modify its Terms of Service and discount schedule, clearing the way for US government agencies to utilize BookBaby eBook publishing products and services … [Read more...] about Bookbaby and USA Government Form Partnership on eBooks
GameStop Accepting Pre-orders for Nexus 7 Tablet
Those eager to be seen with the new Nexus tablet have another place to register their orders: GameStop. The world's largest multichannel video game retailer is offering a little extra to justify procuring the tablet from Gamestop. For the 16 GB version of the Nexus 7, which retails for $249, GameStop is also offering a 30 percent trade bonus. The list of items that can be used … [Read more...] about GameStop Accepting Pre-orders for Nexus 7 Tablet
WSJ Reports on Tracking Consumers’ e-Reading Habits
According to an article in today’s Wall Street Journal, e-reading is providing valuable but intrusive information to publishers. While the television and film industries have long relied on screenings and focus groups to provide feedback about the likes and dislikes in those forms of entertainment, participants are generally aware that they are taking part in a study. Tablet … [Read more...] about WSJ Reports on Tracking Consumers’ e-Reading Habits
Scholastic Adds National Geographic Kids’ Titles to Its Storia App
Now that we’re a month into the summer vacation for most public school students, the boredom is starting to creep in. Fortunately, Scholastic, the world's largest publisher of children's content, has come to the rescue by unveiling a new set of titles for its Storia e-reading app, all from National Geographic Kids.“Storia continues to earn praise from teachers, parents, … [Read more...] about Scholastic Adds National Geographic Kids’ Titles to Its Storia App
Zinio launches the Refer-a-Friend Program
Digital Newsstand Zinio has just launched their new referral program that allows customers to earn up to $100 in credit to download free magazines. Zinio members simply sign up for the Zinio Refer-a-Friend Program on Zinio.com. While there, they recommend Zinio to their friends, families, and communities by entering their name and email addresses within the Refer-a-Friend form. … [Read more...] about Zinio launches the Refer-a-Friend Program
Improv Electronics Reveals Jot eWriter Boogie Board
The Boogie Board Jot eWriter is the latest offering from Improv electronics that is well known for their eWriter line of products such as the Boogie Board LCD eWriter. The Jot eWriter also shares a lot of similarity with its stable mates, the primary of which is the Reflex LCF technology based display. Further, the latest product won't be seen bothering the battery unit while … [Read more...] about Improv Electronics Reveals Jot eWriter Boogie Board
Pocketbook A10 Android Tablet Review
Pocketbook has just released their first ten inch Android Tablet that is sure to impress. Using the same processor as the original Nook Color, things tend to speed along quite well. Pocketbook is well known for releasing numerous e-readers but does not have a ton of experience in the Android realm. How does this new model stack up against the competition and does it have … [Read more...] about Pocketbook A10 Android Tablet Review