On December 2, Michael Kozlowski wrote a feature about  Why e-Reader and Tablet Companies Fail.  To make a long article short, Michael posited that companies fail because of lower-quality devices, sub-par hardware, the lack of savvy marketing and press relations and cutthroat competition, among other factors. While I completely agree with Michael in everything he says, I think … [Read more...] about Feature: Why e-Reader and Tablet Companies Fail – Another View
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How Much Should an eBook Cost?
This morning's panel discussion on the importance of ebook pricing was polite but heated as the different panelists disagreed on the inherent built-in factors that affect ebooks and their price points.To begin with, there was some discussion about how the Department of Justice anti-trust violation investigation into the Big Six publishers can have an impact on the future of … [Read more...] about How Much Should an eBook Cost?
Kobo Talks eBook Pricing and Global Markets at FutureBook 2012
FutureBook 2012, The Bookseller's third annual event, will kick off this morning in London England, with speakers from some of the most innovative and dynamic companies in the publishing industry. The day before the event Good e-Reader sat down with Michael Tamblyn, executive vice president of Content, Sales, and Marketing for Kobo, to talk about where the eBook market is … [Read more...] about Kobo Talks eBook Pricing and Global Markets at FutureBook 2012
Kobo Arc vs the Amazon Kindle Fire HD
Amazon and Kobo have both released their second generation Android tablets. The Kobo Arc and Amazon Kindle Fire HD are both very good and should be high in demand on the road to the holiday season.Today, we check out the main facets that differentiate both tablets from each other. Both devices are running Google Android, but have developed customized UI elements to make … [Read more...] about Kobo Arc vs the Amazon Kindle Fire HD
Kobo and Family Christian Stores Form New Partnership
The Family Christian Store in the United States has forged an agreement with Kobo to offer the Mini and Touch e-readers. Both of these devices go on sale today and Kobo will donate a portion of each e-reader sale to The James Fund, Family Christian’s non-profit organization dedicated to meeting the needs of orphans and widows around the world.Not only are the readers … [Read more...] about Kobo and Family Christian Stores Form New Partnership
Kobo Arc Review
Kobo recently released its second iteration Android Tablet, called the Arc. This was designed primarily to be a dedicated e-reader to give you a full color experience. This is tremendously useful when it comes to reading magazines, newspapers, cookbooks, kid’s books, and other content that is best displayed in full color. The Arc brings new features to the table that makes us … [Read more...] about Kobo Arc Review
eBook Review: Secrets and Lies by Ella Monroe
Verdict: 2 StarsAs a decidedly un-YA novel that is trying to pass itself off as hip young adult, Monroe’s recent follow-up to her Capital Girls book falls very short. The books, which follow the lives of four girls in an exclusive Washington, D.C. prep school, aims to keep up with the antics of privileged teens whose high-powered parents afford them the opportunity to do as … [Read more...] about eBook Review: Secrets and Lies by Ella Monroe
Which e-Reader Should I Buy for the Holidays?
It's not an easy choice. There is a lot of good hardware on the market right now, so let's break it down into several categories. There are two main areas that you need to give some thought to in making your choice: the platform and the provider.The Platform - tablet or e-ink?Here is the first choice you need to make - tablet or e-ink. Tablets run from … [Read more...] about Which e-Reader Should I Buy for the Holidays?
Kobo ARC Unboxing Video
Welcome to another Good e-Reader Unboxing Video! Today we take a look at the latest tablet by Kobo:Â the Arc. We dive right into it and show you everything that comes in the box and a first time boot up.The one thing the amazed me right away was how fast this device was. It is definitely on par with the Nook Tablet HD and Kindle Fire HD 7, in terms of being robust. Tapestry … [Read more...] about Kobo ARC Unboxing Video
FutureBook Conference, Digital Innovation Awards Announced
Registration is open for The Bookseller’s third annual FutureBook Conference is slated for early next month, and like most conferences it will highlight some of the biggest names in the digital publishing industry. What is different about this event, however, is a startling admission from its blog.According to Sam Missingham, “Digital is no longer siloed, existing as an … [Read more...] about FutureBook Conference, Digital Innovation Awards Announced
Kobo Comic Week Bestows 50% Savings on New Digital Content
Kobo Comic Week is kicking off from November 10th to the 17th and there are some massive savings on digital purchases. The discounts are applicable for any new purchase on the iPad or Android platforms. Most of the large companies will be participating in the sale, including Archie, Image, Dark Horse, and many more. You can use the promo code comics50 to attain the 50% … [Read more...] about Kobo Comic Week Bestows 50% Savings on New Digital Content
Kobo Arc Arrives at the FCC
The Kobo Arc is the last of the company's products to be released this November. We initially saw this dandy little device at the company's launch event in Toronto, when everyone else was at the Amazon party in California. Today, the Kobo Arc has finally hit the FCC and should receive certification within the next week. This will ensure the device is available to be purchased … [Read more...] about Kobo Arc Arrives at the FCC
Kobo for Android Update Brings Comics and Cookbooks
The official Kobo for Android app was updated to version 4.4 today! It brings kids books, cookbooks, and comic book support to all tablets and mobile phones. There is also a new function that Lets the book read to you, that is mainly geared towards kids' books.The Comic book support is fairly solid. It allows you to choose between three different font sizes to enhance the … [Read more...] about Kobo for Android Update Brings Comics and Cookbooks