The Kyobo Mirasol e-reader is one of the first digital readers in the world that uses the new color e-paper by Mirasol. It is only available in South Korea and many people are buying them on eBay or other markets and getting them shipped to Europe or North America. One of the drawbacks is that the default firmware comes shipped only in Korean and people are finding it next to … [Read more...] about How to Install Android Apps and English Firmware on Kyobo Mirasol e-Reader
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Nook for iPad updated to handle Retina Display
The popular Barnes and Noble Nook Reading app for the iPad 3 has been updated today and gives you a hefty dose of retina support. Much like the Kindle and Kobo app the bulk of the update gives you crystal clear text that makes reading a bit more easier then before. One of the facets of this update that really kick things up a notch is the new highlight abilities. You now have a … [Read more...] about Nook for iPad updated to handle Retina Display
Google Maps 8 Bit for the Nintendo Entertainment System
Google has just released a gag video to celebrate April Fools Day! They have done some great stuff in the past but this is the pinnacle. If you have ever used the original Nintendo and love pixel graphics you will dig this.The essence of Google Maps 8 Bit is that it is a dedicated cartridge that has a built in modem. This model connects up to $100.00 Google servers that … [Read more...] about Google Maps 8 Bit for the Nintendo Entertainment System
New Audio Dock for the Kindle Fire Out Soon
The Amazon Kindle Fire is getting a audio dock very soon in the form of Grace Digital's FireDock. It will allow your Fire to connect up and not only charge your unit with an accessory, but also give you enhanced audio features. It has the ability to switch between landscape and portrait mode, which is solid for watching movies and the audio sounds amazing with the stereo … [Read more...] about New Audio Dock for the Kindle Fire Out Soon
Kobo Updates iPad App to support Retina Display
The official Kobo iOS app has undergone massive changes since it first debuted a few years ago and serves as their staging ground to test new features that eventually trickle done into other devices. Today the company updated their iPad firmware to version 5.4.1 which makes it place nice with the iPad 3 Retina Display.One of the main changes found in the new update was the … [Read more...] about Kobo Updates iPad App to support Retina Display
iPad 3 Poll Results – Are you Buying One?
Since the New iPad came out a few weeks ago there has been tons of interest in the latest Apple tablet. The retina display and LTE seem to be the main selling points and already many comic book and magazine companies have issued updates giving you tremendous resolution. It is not without controversy as many people claim this new device gets really hot, really fast. The question … [Read more...] about iPad 3 Poll Results – Are you Buying One?
Amazon Releases Kindle Fire 6.3 Update
Amazon is going to be releasing a new update to their Kindle Fire during the next few days, bringing it to version 6.3. There are a number of new improvements that really bolster the sharing and book extras that are sure to impress.There are powerful new sharing features found in the latest update! You can now share your favorite passages and notes from the books you are … [Read more...] about Amazon Releases Kindle Fire 6.3 Update
Txtr eReading App to Be Bundled on Toshiba Tablets in Europe
Berlin based Txtr has signed into an agreement with Toshiba to have their e-reading application and bookstore bundled on tablets and computers in Europe. In early April you will be able to connect up to Txtr's ecosystem via Toshiba’s European digital media platform, Toshiba Places. Users will be able to easily download the new txtr “Toshiba Places edition” Android app on the … [Read more...] about Txtr eReading App to Be Bundled on Toshiba Tablets in Europe
Google Drive to Compete Against Dropbox and Box
Google will begin a new program very soon called Google Drive which seeks to compete against Drop Box and Box for your online storage. This is a program that was started all the way back in 2007 and was put to the side in favor of other projects at the time. There is no disputing the success of Drop Box, and Google plans on rolling out their own service with 1 GB of free … [Read more...] about Google Drive to Compete Against Dropbox and Box
Good e-Reader Looking to Hire a New Staff Writer
Good e-Reader is expanding and looking to hire a new staff writer! We are looking for someone who can contribute to our company on a daily basis. The ideal candidate should have tech blog experience and should be familiar with digital publishing, traditional print publishing, ebooks, and the book industry. Former industry professionals or existing tech blog writers are highly … [Read more...] about Good e-Reader Looking to Hire a New Staff Writer
Xiant Mobile Brings Microsoft Exchange eMail to the Kindle Fire
Xiant Mobile is a new email client application for the Amazon Kindle Fire. It brings a wellspring of user friendly options that prove it surpasses the default email client on Amazon's first tablet.One of the great aspects of Xiant mobile is that it has support for Exchange, Gmail, IMAP Gmail, Gmail for Businesses, and POP3. It also has better contact handling. Xiant … [Read more...] about Xiant Mobile Brings Microsoft Exchange eMail to the Kindle Fire
Angry Birds Space Garners 10 Million Downloads in 3 Days
The Amazon Kindle Fire, Nook Tablet, and Kobo Vox certainly do a great job at satiating your literary thirst, but the gaming opportunities are very gratifying. You might already be aware of the latest game sweeping the world by storm, Angry Birds Space. Ever since it launched three days ago, the game has already garnered 10 million downloads and shows no sign of slowing … [Read more...] about Angry Birds Space Garners 10 Million Downloads in 3 Days
Amazon Kindle Fire 2 to Debut Later This Year
Taiwan based Catcher Technologies has just received an order from Amazon to supply the chassis for the new model. Digitimes is reporting that the units should be shipping sometime in the next few months. There is no word on the exact size of the chassis but this information should come out as the plant begins to manufacture the bodies of the device.The rumor right now is … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Fire 2 to Debut Later This Year