The Kobo Cloud Reader was officially unveiled today and allows you to use your internet browser to both buy and read books. This new browser based reader was in development for the last six months and finally allows iOS readers the ability to buy books.The Kobo app for iOS does not let you buy books anymore and neither do any of the other large ebook companies. Amazon … [Read more...] about Kobo Cloud Reader Released – Brings HTML5 to the iPad
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Marvel Infinity Format for Digital Comics – Review
Marvel released their first comic a few weeks ago that used their new Infinity Digital format. This is a very unique experience that gives you full HD comics on the new Apple iPad. It provides innovative features not found on any other platform and gives you a robust format to read your comic books.The first comic we reviewed for this new format was Avengers VS. X-Men and … [Read more...] about Marvel Infinity Format for Digital Comics – Review
Target Will Suspend Sales of Amazon Kindle e-Readers by May 13th
Target is discontinuing sales of all Amazon Kindle e-Readers and the Kindle Fire by May 13 2012. The company has already suspended all online listings for Amazon devices. The Kindle Fire accounts for most of Target's sales in the tablet department, which sold out nationwide on Black Friday 2011. The reason why they are not selling them anymore? A conflict of interest with … [Read more...] about Target Will Suspend Sales of Amazon Kindle e-Readers by May 13th
Kyobo Mirasol e-Reader Now Available in Canada and the USA
The Kyobo Mirasol e-reader has finally made the long trek from South Korea to North America. This is the first ebook reader on the market that utilizes the new Mirasol Color e-paper technology. Utilizing Android 2.3, it allows you to install your own apps and download new ones from the Amazon App Store.The New Kyobo Mirasol e-Reader has only been around for a few short … [Read more...] about Kyobo Mirasol e-Reader Now Available in Canada and the USA
Onyx Boox to Use New LG e-Paper Technology
Back in March, LG revealed new e-paper that should give e-ink Holdings a run for their money. One company that is interested in using this technology is Onyx, who is well known for their BOOX series of e-readers. Their new device using Plastic Paper will be launching sometime this month.The new e-Paper by LG features a inch XGA display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox to Use New LG e-Paper Technology
Angry Birds Space Sets Mobile Download Milestone
Rovio has announced that its latest iteration of their Angry Birds franchise has hit an unparalleled number of downloads. It seems that Angry Birds Space has set a new record as the most downloaded mobile game of all time. It has reached over 50 million downloads since it was released last month.Many people who have stuck with our fowl weather friends since the first … [Read more...] about Angry Birds Space Sets Mobile Download Milestone
Books-A-Million Receives Offer to Take Company Private
Books-A-Million Inc received a proposal from the Anderson family, who controls over 53% of the company, to take it private today. Recently displaced CEO Clyde Anderson made an offer of $3.05 per share in cash for Books-A-Million, which has a premium of 20 percent. This would value the entire company at $48.8 million.Books-a-Million became the United States' second-largest … [Read more...] about Books-A-Million Receives Offer to Take Company Private
Is Amazon Developing a 3G Kindle Fire?
The Rumor: Is Amazon working on a new Kindle Fire 3G? A recent tip has mentioned that the company is internally toying around with the idea.The Rational: Amazon has a long established track record during the last four years of providing free 3G internet access with their e-ink readers. They are always more expensive then their WIFI counterparts, but allow more freedom to … [Read more...] about Is Amazon Developing a 3G Kindle Fire?
The Best e-Reader and Tablet Devices for May 2012
Springtime is in the air and its time to start reading outside with some of the great new ebooks coming out this month. If you are looking to upgrade your device to the latest and greatest, or looking to buy an e-reader for the first time, we got you covered.What is an e-reader?If you are coming into the game late, an e-reader is basically an electronic device used for … [Read more...] about The Best e-Reader and Tablet Devices for May 2012
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
Sony Tablet S gets Ice Cream Sandwich Upgrade
The Sony Tablet S is finally getting a taste of Google Ice Cream Sandwich! It is officially rolling out via WIFI, so visit your settings menu and check Updates to get the entire build right now.The latest Android 4.0 update does not break any new ground on one of Sony's only tablets on the market right now. It is more or less a stock build but does allow you re-size Windows … [Read more...] about Sony Tablet S gets Ice Cream Sandwich Upgrade
GoodeReader App Store reaches 600 Playbook APPS!
The Blackberry Playbook is quickly becoming more relevant again with the advent of the Android Emulator. This feature dropped when OS2 first came out a few months ago and many people are picking up the cheap RIM tablet for $199. On the official release date of the Android update we made it our goal to have the best Playbook App Store on the market. We are now proud to feature … [Read more...] about GoodeReader App Store reaches 600 Playbook APPS!
Fisher Price IXL e-Reader Contest Winner
Earlier in the month we announced our draw for the Fisher Price IXL e-Reader for kids! It is simply one of the most rugged devices we have ever reviewed and is supported by a company that knows the market. The contest is over and done with and we would like to thank everyone for their contest entries.The winner of the contest is Monica Young! Stay tuned for our next contest … [Read more...] about Fisher Price IXL e-Reader Contest Winner
Pixel Qi Working on New Retina Display Screen Technology
Pixel Qi is enamoured with the Apple iPad 3, but is not impressed with the overheating issue or the 8 watt power draw. The company is working on a next generation screen that draws very low power and has the same resolution. CEO Mary Lou Jepsen wrote, "We can now announce that we can match or exceed the image quality of the screen in the iPad3. We have a new architecture that … [Read more...] about Pixel Qi Working on New Retina Display Screen Technology