There is certainly no shortage of digital publishing companies, each with their own focus on supporting the industry. Some platforms work with individuals or small publishers with only a few titles, while others work with major publishers to digitize their back lists or make sure digital editions of their new releases are ready when the print becomes available. Others even … [Read more...] about Digital Publisher Aquafadas Works With InDesign, HTML5
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Kobo Celebrates Record Setting Year
Kobo is officially celebrating its third anniversary of its digital book and e-reader divisions. The company announced today that it has exceeded 2012 market forecasts, doubling device sales and attracting more than 4 million new customers within the last six months to bring its total to more than 12 million registered users. On the worldwide stage, Kobo now controls around 20% … [Read more...] about Kobo Celebrates Record Setting Year
Bill McCoy of IDPF on the ePub Standard and Where It’s Going in 2013
Part of the excitement surrounding an event like Digital Book World is the opportunity to meet up with some of the top innovators in the digital publishing industry. GoodeReader sat down with Bill McCoy, Executive Director of the International Digital Publishing Forum, the organization that hosts the IDPF Digital Book event each year at BookExpo America.At today's event, … [Read more...] about Bill McCoy of IDPF on the ePub Standard and Where It’s Going in 2013
Kobo Plans to Launch Official Support Forums
Kobo is working internally on developing its own support forums that will rival Amazon Kindleboards. This will give users a chance to talk to other people who own the same e-reader they do, find support, and get tutorials. This will be a nexus of all things Kobo and there will even be virtual bookclubs that people can join to share the love of reading.Kobo experimented with … [Read more...] about Kobo Plans to Launch Official Support Forums
Kobo Launches Japanese Android App
Kobo unveiled an update to its Google Android App that allows Japanese customers to purchase ebooks directly from the store. This will allow anyone with an Android phone or tablet to read comics, manga, and ebooks in their native language. One of the big changes to this app was the integration of Rakuten user ID's into the Kobo experience. This will eventually pave the way … [Read more...] about Kobo Launches Japanese Android App
eBook Sales Poised to Boom December 25th
The ebook industry is poised to see a tremendous boom in sales on December 25th. Many shoppers are going to be getting new e-readers, gift cards, and tablets as gifts and will want to buy content. All of the major online retailers, such as Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Kobo, are all offering deals. These act as incentives to make customers deal exclusively with their ecosystems … [Read more...] about eBook Sales Poised to Boom December 25th
Kobo Strikes Retail Deal with Expert AG
Just in time for the holidays, Kobo is looking to put its e-readers and tablets in as many retail settings as possible. This has prompted a new agreement with German electronics chain Expert AG to put the Kobo Touch, Mini, and Glo on the shelves.“expert AG is a great partner for Kobo heading into the holiday season,” said Thorsten Schröer, Director of Sales for Europe, Kobo … [Read more...] about Kobo Strikes Retail Deal with Expert AG
Kobo Mini Available in the USA for $49
When Kobo officially unveiled its Mini e-Reader, it was the first stab at a five inch model. It might not have caught on like wildfire, but there is nothing like a good old fashioned price-drop to build demand. From December 21st to December 23rd, the Kobo Mini, will be available for the amazing low price of $49.99.The stores participating in the limited price reduction for … [Read more...] about Kobo Mini Available in the USA for $49
Quickflix and Kobo Strike New Agreement for Steaming Video
Quickflix and Kobo announced today that they have agreed on a new partnership for video streaming on the Kobo Arc and future devices. Launching in the first quarter of 2013, customers in New Zealand and Australia will gain access to 55,000 movies, television shows, PPV's, and much more.In a statement, Quickflix Chairman and CEO Stephen Langsford said, "We are extremely … [Read more...] about Quickflix and Kobo Strike New Agreement for Steaming Video
Google eBook Resellers Encouraged to Switch to Kobo
The American Booksellers Association is encouraging everyone still selling digital content via Google eBooks to get ready for a change. January 7th is the final date current resellers need to bear in mind, so there is no interruption in the ability to sell ebooks.Google officially announced it was suspending support for their digital book ecosystem on January 31st 2013. … [Read more...] about Google eBook Resellers Encouraged to Switch to Kobo
Kobo Earns Parent Tested Parent Approved on New e-Reader Line
Kobo announced today that the company has earned the certification of the Parent Tested Parent Approved on the Mini and Glo e-readers. PTPA is North America’s largest volunteer parent testing community with more than 60,000 parents. The organization, which was rated the Most Trusted Seal by 22,000 parents, works with independent parent volunteers to evaluate products in their … [Read more...] about Kobo Earns Parent Tested Parent Approved on New e-Reader Line
Bookseller’s FutureBook Innovation Awards 2012
The final presentation at this year's FutureBook event, hosted by The Bookseller and sponsored by Kobo, Ingram, Atwood Tate, Nielsen, and YUDU, was to give out the Innovation awards in a large number of diverse categories that spanned the major functions in digital publishing. Hundreds of nominations were made in each of the eight categories."One of the reasons that we got … [Read more...] about Bookseller’s FutureBook Innovation Awards 2012
Hughes & Hughes Brings Kobo e-Readers to Ireland
Hughes & Hughes booksellers are bringing the Kobo Glo and Kobo Mini to five of its bookshops in Ireland. H&H issued the following statement today: "Just like us, Kobo is passionate about books. What’s more, unlike its online competitors, the company is a firm friend to the high street bookseller. Set up your Kobo account through our link, download your next great read … [Read more...] about Hughes & Hughes Brings Kobo e-Readers to Ireland