Welcome to another exclusive Good e-Reader Video! Today we take a look at the new Skytex Skypad Alpha 2! This is the second generation device that the company has released and it is fairly stable and robust. It has a faster processor, more RAM and the inclusion of an HDMI connector.In this video we go over the full specs of the new tablet and show you everything that comes … [Read more...] about Skytex Skypad Alpha 2 Unboxing Video
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Motorola Xoom owners offered ‘The Google Experience’
Since Google acquired Motorola nothing really has been happening on that front, but in the tablet arena the big G is prepped to receive something fresh. Motorola is calling user with Google experience to test-drive a new program called 'The Google Experience.' One of the benefits of this new program and endorsement by Google, is that the device is likely to see a ton of … [Read more...] about Motorola Xoom owners offered ‘The Google Experience’
Sony Tablet S Price Slashed by $100
The Sony Tablet S was the first tablet PC that the company released, appearing around four months ago. The market for these sort of devices is ultra-competitive and Sony is trying to drum up interest by slashing the price by $100! You can now get the 16GB WIFI model for $400 and 32GB for $500, which makes it a solid investment. One of the cool features is that you can now … [Read more...] about Sony Tablet S Price Slashed by $100
EXOPC Will Invest One Million Dollars in App Development for EXOdesk
Viewsonic will be showing off the EXODESK at CES this year, which bodes well for the fledgling ecosystem. The original EXO-UI was developed for the EXOPC, a Windows 7 tablet PC that hit the market earlier in 2011. It basically created a great touchscreen interface that is normally not seen in Windows based tablets. They created their own app store that features very touch … [Read more...] about EXOPC Will Invest One Million Dollars in App Development for EXOdesk
Verizon giving $50 discount on LTE Tablets until Dec 31st
If you want to ring in the new year in style and speed, you only have to look as far as a tablet with a LTE connection. This gives you a tremendous boost in connection and data transfer speeds and now is a good time to buy. Verizon is giving a $50 discount on the DROID XYBOARD, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 and a few others. You can check out what tablets are discounted in your … [Read more...] about Verizon giving $50 discount on LTE Tablets until Dec 31st
Intel’s new Medfield based devices to be unveiled at CES 2012
That Intel wishes to have its footprints engraved in the mobile computing segment as well is all too well known though we got to wait till CES 2012 to have a clearer idea of what is in store for us. For its there that we are getting to see first hand and for the first time devices built around Intel's new Medfield chip. The 32nm chip is the first true blue SoC (System on a … [Read more...] about Intel’s new Medfield based devices to be unveiled at CES 2012
Got a new e-Reader for Christmas? We give you the Apps and Information you need
This holiday season set a record for industry wide e-reader sales and many retailers like Amazon saw millions of units sold every week in December. The Barnes and Noble Nook, Kobo Vox and Kindle Fire were just a few of the many devices people received during the holidays. If you have just got an e-reader for the first time or switched brands, you probability have a fair number … [Read more...] about Got a new e-Reader for Christmas? We give you the Apps and Information you need
Plex Approved for Use on the Nook Tablet and Nook Color
The official Plex application has just been approved by Barnes and Noble to be listed in their app store. This gives the Nook Color and Nook Tablet the unique ability to access your computer or network and stream video to your device.Plex is a great application that is much akin to other services on iOS and Android. In order for the process to work properly, you have to … [Read more...] about Plex Approved for Use on the Nook Tablet and Nook Color
Apple iPad Beating out Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet in Holiday Sales
In the last days of shopping for the holidays it looks like the Apple iPad is beating out the Amazon Kindle Fire and Barnes and Noble Nook Tablet in sales. IDC released a report earlier in the week that projected tablet sales to not be as strong as expected but they are ranging in the millions. IDC Research Director Tom Mainelli said in a release that “Amazon and Barnes & … [Read more...] about Apple iPad Beating out Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet in Holiday Sales
ComiXology launches new HTML5 based Store
ComiXology is one of the most beloved comic book stores and has deep roots in the tablet world. Many people are rediscovering their love of comics because of the ease of access to purchase new issues. Marvel, DC and Darkhorse are all publishing their digital editions on the same day as the tangible ones are. This is creating a resurgence in comics and ComiXology is on the … [Read more...] about ComiXology launches new HTML5 based Store
New Kobo Touch Firmware 1.9.16 Released
The Kobo Touch is one of the most updated e-readers on the market and is constantly refined to give users the best experience. Today Kobo has released new firmware that provides a number of enhancements. Firstly the speed is dramatically increased for page turning and searching. The books themselves now have higher resolution fonts that make the text appear more crisp.One … [Read more...] about New Kobo Touch Firmware 1.9.16 Released
Sony Tablet P and S getting Google Ice Cream Sandwich
Sony has just informed us by way of the Sony UK Website that both of their tablets they issued a few months ago will be getting the Ice Cream Sandwich treatment. The Sony Tablet P and Tablet S remain one of the few devices out there that are being billed as full gaming devices. They both have connectivity for the official PS3 controllers via a new firmware update that came out … [Read more...] about Sony Tablet P and S getting Google Ice Cream Sandwich
The Chief Marketing Officer of e-Ink Holdings Discusses Technology and e-Readers
e-Ink Holdings is the company responsible for the technology found in some of the world's most popular e-readers. If you have the Amazon Kindle, Barnes and Noble Nook Simple Touch, Kobo Touch, or most Sony devices, they have an e-ink screen. We caught up with the Chief Marketing Officer of E Ink Holdings Inc, Sriram K. Peruvemba, for a great discussion on the current state of … [Read more...] about The Chief Marketing Officer of e-Ink Holdings Discusses Technology and e-Readers
Barnes and Noble Nook Tablet Suspends the Ability to SideLoad Apps
Barnes and Noble has closed a loophole in the Nook Tablet that allowed users to sideload in their own applications, bypassing the official app store the company runs. Recently the company released the new 1.4.1 firmware update for the Nook Tablet and it carries with it the inability to load in your own apps. Before this update dropped, it was possible to load in your own … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Nook Tablet Suspends the Ability to SideLoad Apps