The Kobo Forma is the only e-reader in their lineup that has native support for Dropbox. You can access your cloud storage account and download ebooks, comics or PDF files directly to the Forma - it supports both DRM and non-DRM content. This system went live late last year, although Kobo really doesn't promote it. Does Dropbox provide enough of a reason to buy a … [Read more...] about Dropbox for the Kobo Forma is a Good Reason to Buy it
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Dropbox for the Kobo Forma does not count as one of your devices
This year Dropbox implemented a three device limitation for free accounts and if you wanted to add all of your smartphones and tablets, you would have to pay a monthly subscription. A couple of weeks ago Kobo introduced full Dropbox support for the Kobo Forma, so you can add in any ebooks from your cloud storage and copy them to your library. One of the things that went … [Read more...] about Dropbox for the Kobo Forma does not count as one of your devices
Will you store your ebooks on Google One?
There is no shortage of places to store your ebook collection, so you can access it on your e-reader, smartphone or tablet. Dropbox tends to be the most popular and the company recently unveiled a new EPUB reader for the desktop environment. Google recently changed the pricing on their cloud storage and will be introducing a new tier for Google Drive. Google One was just … [Read more...] about Will you store your ebooks on Google One?
Dropbox Adds Previews and Improves Search
With Apple set to launch iCloud Drive in the next short while, it seems like a good time for Dropbox to do a few upgrades. Generally considered one of the leading cloud-based document storage solutions, Dropbox for Android has firmed up their footing at the head of the pack with improved search capabilities and proper document previews. Storing documents in the cloud makes a … [Read more...] about Dropbox Adds Previews and Improves Search
Readmill Acquired by Dropbox
Readmill is a Berlin based Startup founded in 2010 by Henrik Berggren and David Kjelkerud. The company launched a simple e-reading app for iOS and Android that allowed people to buy eBooks from publishers such as Penguin, and engage in a unique social atmosphere. Today, the company has announced that it has been acquired by Dropbox and will be joining their team. One of … [Read more...] about Readmill Acquired by Dropbox
Image Comics and Dropbox Reach Landmark Distribution Agrement
Image Comics has just become the first company to reach an official agreement with cloud storage service Dropbox. Customers as of today, are able to download their DRM-free Image digital titles directly into their Dropbox accounts, for easy viewing on devices and computers. Image announced "Now, when viewing your comics collection on the Image Website, you'll see a “Save to … [Read more...] about Image Comics and Dropbox Reach Landmark Distribution Agrement
Smashwords Adds Dropbox Delivery for eBook Reading
Along with the incredibly wide variety of devices that ebook distribution platform Smashwords' customers can choose from is a new offering, Dropbox. By selecting the "Send to Dropbox" feature when they buy ebooks, readers can access their ebooks on any compatible device, including iPad and most smartphones. Interestingly, this new feature will be compatible with ebooks that … [Read more...] about Smashwords Adds Dropbox Delivery for eBook Reading
Project Gutenberg Implements Dropbox Support
Project Gutenberg is one of the largest websites in the world that distribute free eBooks. All of their content is limited to classic books, in which the copyright has expired and are considered in the public domain. Currently the company offers over 40,000 eBooks in a myriad of formats that will play friendly with Amazon, Kobo, Barnes and Noble and Sony. A few days ago … [Read more...] about Project Gutenberg Implements Dropbox Support
Free 50 GB Cloud Storage for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Owners
The Galaxy Tab 2 range of tablets has just been made all the more tempting thanks to a new Dropbox initiative to give you 50 GB of free cloud storage. The generosity will only last for a year, at the end of which the free storage space will shrink to just 2 GB for any free account. The company will also offer a upgrade solution to make it more alluring to sign on for a longer … [Read more...] about Free 50 GB Cloud Storage for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Owners
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