Google just launched its much awaited Nexus 4, 32 GB Nexus 7, and the Nexus 10 devices. However, hidden beneath these high profile launches is another piece of news that is perhaps just as important as the new wave of hardware introductions: Google's formal tie-up with Warner Music Group. The official catalog of the Warner Music Group will now be an intrinsic part of the Google … [Read more...] about Google Ties the Knot with Warner Music Group
Archives for October 2012
Good e-Reader Radio – Penguin Merger, Microsoft Surface, and Daily News
Welcome back to another installment of the Good e-Reader Radio Show! We have reached a lull in product reviews and new e-readers coming out, so now we can sit back and talk about them all. The new Nook HD, Kobo Arc, iPad Mini, and Kindle 8.9 are all due out in November, and we will be overflowing with reviews and articles about them! I will make sure we do an audio broadcast … [Read more...] about Good e-Reader Radio – Penguin Merger, Microsoft Surface, and Daily News
Kno Releases eTextbook App for Windows 8
Kno is well known in the digital textbook segment for developing software that not only can be easily read, but also allows you to take complex notes and participate in virtual study groups. The company currently offers content from over 65 textbook publishers and over 200k digital titles for K-12 and higher education books. Today it has unveiled its Windows 8 app for Metro for … [Read more...] about Kno Releases eTextbook App for Windows 8
The Short History of e-Readers and eBooks in Japan
Japan is often a very fickle market when it comes to technology. It is often homegrown companies that enjoy the greatest market share and innovation in certain segments tends to be swept under the carpet. e-Readers have seen a strong push in the United States since 2008, when Amazon, Sony, and other companies began to gain traction and e-readers became a bit more than just a … [Read more...] about The Short History of e-Readers and eBooks in Japan
Top Tablet News – October 30 2012
iPad Mini Sold OutIt took 35 hours for the black and gray iPad Mini to reach the status that the white and silver version reached in just minutes. However, with the iPad Minis in both the color options already relegated to being ‘sold out’, shipping times have been pushed back to two weeks, which is also applicable for the Wi-Fi only version of the mini iPads. Apple had … [Read more...] about Top Tablet News – October 30 2012
Penguin 3rd Quarter eBook Sales Up 35%
Penguin released its 3rd quarter sales figures today and ebooks are continuing to see massive growth for the company. Digital content is up 35%, thanks to numerous titles that hit the bestseller list. Traditionally, the 4th quarter is the strongest of the year due to holiday sales and post-Christmas ebook purchases by people with new devices.Pearson released the following … [Read more...] about Penguin 3rd Quarter eBook Sales Up 35%
Penguin Random House Sends Letter to All Employees
Whenever there are talks of mergers or takeovers, it’s only natural for company employees—even long time members of the corporate family—to wonder what kind of impact it will have on people at every level of the company. With the official announcement of the newly joining Penguin Random House, Random House’s CEO Markus Dohle sent an open letter to all employees. A similar … [Read more...] about Penguin Random House Sends Letter to All Employees
Moglue Allows Authors to Publish eBooks to Android and iOS
Moglue is a new venture that allows authors to self-publish to both the Android and iOS platforms. The company provides two essential tools that give you the power to construct feature rich books with audio, video, and animation elements. The first is MoglueBuilder, which requires little to no programing skills and is primarily used to develop your book. The second MoglueViewer … [Read more...] about Moglue Allows Authors to Publish eBooks to Android and iOS
Penguin, Random House Merger Is Official
Only days ago, parties from both Pearson and Bertelsmann, the parent companies of Penguin and Random House respectively, were firmly stating that talks of a merger of the two publishers were only speculation at that point, but today the blending of the two companies has been confirmed by statements from the publishers.While details are still vague, although the publishers … [Read more...] about Penguin, Random House Merger Is Official
Barnes and Noble Nook e-Readers Debut in the UK
Barnes and Noble has officially launched the Simple Touch and Simple Touch with Glowlight in the United Kingdom today. Customers across the UK will now be able to experience first-hand the high quality Nook e-readers in more than 1,600 top high street retailers. Both e-readers are on shelves in John Lewis, Argos, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Dixons and Waitrose, Blackwell’s and Foyles, … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Nook e-Readers Debut in the UK
Kobo Glo VS Sony PRS-T2
In this Good e-Reader Video Comparison, we check out the Sony PRS-T2 and Kobo Glo e-Readers. The primary reason why we did this video was to show you the primarily differences between these two devices. We look at the main reading experience and the various factors that they bring to the tablet. Highlights, annotations, dictionaries, and ebooks are the main aspects we test out. … [Read more...] about Kobo Glo VS Sony PRS-T2
Top Tablet News – October 27, 2012
Nexus 7 3G might be coming, gets past FCCIf rumors of a higher capacity Nexus 7 weren’t enough, we now have the 3G capable version joining the list. This device has already made it to the FCC and is slated for certification on Oct 29. The FCC filing revealed the tablet is listed as ME370TG, which in turn is strikingly similar to ME370T that refers to the Nexus 7, except the … [Read more...] about Top Tablet News – October 27, 2012
Apple Releases Its Fourth Quarter Results, Sells 14 Million iPads During the Period
Apple's fourth quarter results are here and as usual the figures are being quoted in millions, both for the number of devices sold and the amount that has made it to the Apple coffers. The Cupertino company has sold a record 14 million iPad devices during the quarter that ended September 29, which marks a 26 percent jump from the same quarter a year ago. The company recorded a … [Read more...] about Apple Releases Its Fourth Quarter Results, Sells 14 Million iPads During the Period