Freescale and e-Ink have both played a pivotal role for the entire e-reader revolution. E-Paper and the processors that power them have run in tandem from the very first Sony e-Reader to the modern day Kindle Paperwhite 2. Many people in the industry are unfamiliar on the exact role that Freescale has played in the evolution of eBook readers. Today we talk to i.MX Product … [Read more...] about Freescale Talks about the e-Reader Revolution
HarperCollins Relaunches US Website – Starts Selling Books
HarperCollins has relaunched their US website and is selling books directly to consumers. The newly-designed site will be rolled out to UK next month and then expanding into Canada and Australia.When it comes to selling digital content, Harpercollins is no stranger. The publisher sold eBooks directly via www.cslewis.com and www.narnia.com, which launched in October last … [Read more...] about HarperCollins Relaunches US Website – Starts Selling Books
Top 5 Best Android Manga Readers
One of the best aspects of going the digital route for your manga needs is the ability to keep them, rather than throwing them away. Physical manga books are made to be read and then discarded, digital allows you to keep them forever. The main benefit of reading on your tablet or smartphone is being able to buy the next issue immediately. Today, we look at the Top 5 Best Manga … [Read more...] about Top 5 Best Android Manga Readers
Good e-Reader Radio – Libraries as Retail and Authors Unions
Welcome back to another installment of the Good e-Reader Radio Show with Mercy Pilkington and Michael Kozlowksi. Today on the show we talk about Libraries as Retail with the Simon & Schuster mandating that libraries sell eBooks in order to carry digital titles. Hugh Howey is calling on indie authors to start a dedicated union in order to have a more cohesive voice in the … [Read more...] about Good e-Reader Radio – Libraries as Retail and Authors Unions
Library Consortium’s Get the Shaft with Simon & Schuster eBooks
Simon & Schuster has rolled out their nationwide eBook strategy for libraries. In order to offer the digital titles to patrons librarians have to offer the ability for their patrons to buy the title. What about consortia? New information has just been revealed that libraries that belong to a consortium will have the hardest time offering the S&S titles.There are many … [Read more...] about Library Consortium’s Get the Shaft with Simon & Schuster eBooks
Time Inc Focusing on Digital
Time Inc publishes close to 130 magazines every single month, including Sports Illustrated, Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, Fortune, People, InStyle, Life, GOLF Magazine, Southern Living, Essence, This Old House, All You and Entertainment Weekly. The new SVP of Digital M. Scott Havens made it clear he wants to focus on digital in a big way, and not just publishing digital … [Read more...] about Time Inc Focusing on Digital
e-Readers Must be Turned on According to the TSA
The Transportation Security Administration has announced that e-readers must be turned on when going through customs for travelers taking international flights headed to the US. They are concerned that your trusty Kindle may be hollowed out and explosives planted within.“During the security examination, officers may also ask that owners power up some devices, including … [Read more...] about e-Readers Must be Turned on According to the TSA
Why I Ditched Blackberry for an iPhone
Blackberry used to be the definitive smartphone for business users until the iPhone and Android really took off. The Waterloo based company released Blackberry 10 a few years ago and changed the way they fundamentally ran their backend services. Now things are different, they are outsourcing all phone development to Foxconn and has signed an agreement with Amazon to offer apps … [Read more...] about Why I Ditched Blackberry for an iPhone
How to Install the Kobo Bookstore on the Sony PRS e-Reader
Sony has shuttered their online bookstore in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the US. This means if you have a Sony PRS-1, T2 or T3 e-reader you will no longer be able to buy eBooks. Users have been transitioned to the Kobo bookstore, but how do access it? Today, we show you how to search for the new firmware update, install it and access Kobo.If you have not turned … [Read more...] about How to Install the Kobo Bookstore on the Sony PRS e-Reader
Tolino Vision VS Onyx Lynx T68
Welcome to another Good e-Reader Comparison Video! Today we compare reading PDF files and ePub books with the Tolino Vision and Onyx Lynx T68. As an added bonus we also will check out how the front-lit displays do in a side by side nighttime reading test.The Tolino vision has e-Ink Carta going for it, which is brand new e-paper technology give you higher resolution text and … [Read more...] about Tolino Vision VS Onyx Lynx T68
Get Your Kids Reading this Summer with e-Reading Apps
Kids these days have either their own smartphone or tablet, or have access to one. Summertime normally involves frolicking in the sun and goofing off with friends, but parents may want to get their child reading instead.Children are simply reading less these days. The American Time Use Survey recently issued a report that will be quite startling for parents. It proclaims … [Read more...] about Get Your Kids Reading this Summer with e-Reading Apps
Onyx Boox T68 Lynx vs Kobo Aura
The Kobo Aura has been around for around six months and continues to be one of the top sellers for the Canadian based company. The Onyx Boox Lynx is .8 inches larger, but uses a little more dated e-paper. Today, we compare the two side by side to see if there is a clear cut winner.The Lynx e-reader is very much akin to the Kobo Aura HD, in terms of specs. It features a 6.8 … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox T68 Lynx vs Kobo Aura
Amazon Fire TV Review – International Edition
The Amazon Fire TV was developed to compete with Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast and a myriad of other media services. The Seattle based company is trying to leverage their movie, television and apps services to appeal to customers that might not have a Fire Tablet or Amazon phone. Today, we give you a hands on review of Fire TV and if its worth it to purchase if you live outside of … [Read more...] about Amazon Fire TV Review – International Edition
Onyx Boox T68 Lynx Vs Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2
The Onyx Boox Lynx is the latest generation e-reader and was just released in the last few weeks. This device pioneers the concept of open Android and has Google Play preloaded on it. Today, we compare the core reading experience between the T68 and the Kindle Paperwhite 2.The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2 features a six inch e-Ink display screen with a resolution of 1024×768. … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox T68 Lynx Vs Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2