Advertising itself as the magazine of your life, Flipboard is an app that brings together all of the news you care about (from social networks, publications, and blogs) into a single, beautiful, package. Fortunately for Windows phone users, Flipboard is also available right now as a free download.Designed as a sort of news aggregator, Flipboard does a beautiful job of … [Read more...] about Flipboard Available Free to Windows Phone Users
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Google Play Newsstand Arrives on iOS, Replacing Currents
Android users have been using Google Play Newsstand instead of the older Currents app for quite some time, but thanks to an update this week, iOS users will get the same pleasure. Advertising itself as a way to "discover more of the news you care about," Google Play Newsstand is more like a digital magazine and less like a traditional aggregator.Now featuring the updated … [Read more...] about Google Play Newsstand Arrives on iOS, Replacing Currents
Instapaper for iOS Goes Freemium, Gets Updates
With the arrival of iOS 8, apps are starting to release updates to take advantage of the new features. Instapaper is no exception, adding several new features this week but also moving to a freemium business model. What this means for users is that the universal iOS app can now be downloaded for free --with the old subscription package being renamed to Instapaper … [Read more...] about Instapaper for iOS Goes Freemium, Gets Updates
Digg Solidifies Relationship to Twitter with RSS Reader and iOS App
Trying desperately to remain relevant, Digg recently launched a new service that pulls together trending stories for you based on the people you follow on Twitter. Cleverly called Digg Deeper, this service is now available on more platforms --including an upgrade to their Digg iOS app.Speaking on the new service, Digg describes their release by stating, "It’s a great way to … [Read more...] about Digg Solidifies Relationship to Twitter with RSS Reader and iOS App
The Latest News from Amazon and B&N
Welcome to another Good e-Reader Video! Today, we take a look at the top stories from last week from Amazon and Barnes and Noble. We have a brand new format for our video news, let us know what you think. … [Read more...] about The Latest News from Amazon and B&N
Microsoft Releases Celebrity Stalker App, SNIPP3T, for iOS
Generally Microsoft is best known for business-type apps like those found in their Office suite. This makes the news that they have released a celebrity news app a little surprising, but I'm sure we'll get used to it. SNIPP3T (pronounced "snippet") offers to bring you closer to celebrity news based entirely around those you identify as your favourites.Once you have … [Read more...] about Microsoft Releases Celebrity Stalker App, SNIPP3T, for iOS
Apple iTunes Now Includes NPR’s 24 Hour News Channel
Apple’s iTunes online radio service had it all, except a daily news feature. Now, the addition of NPR will bring 24 hour live news to listeners, including shows like Morning Edition and All Things Considered. The Washington, DC-based non-profit media organization hasn't stated what the business aspect of the deal will be like or in what ways it could generate revenue for NPR. … [Read more...] about Apple iTunes Now Includes NPR’s 24 Hour News Channel
Feedly Claims Three Million New Users in Just Two Weeks, New Update Released
Feedly can’t exactly be considered a novice in the field, though it’s only since Google announced the termination of its Reader service that Feedly began to get some serious exposure. Among the few that have joined the rush to fill the void created by Google Reader’s impending annihilation on July 1, Feedly is already a stalwart, going by the 3 million subscriber base it has … [Read more...] about Feedly Claims Three Million New Users in Just Two Weeks, New Update Released
Digg Details Google Reader Replacement Plans
Digg has outlined details of how it plans to come up with what it claims to be the perfect replacement for the Google Reader service. Digg is claiming it was already into developing a service that could be seen as something similar to Google Reader, though the search giant's recent decision to withdraw its Reader service has only provided more impetus to Digg's efforts. While … [Read more...] about Digg Details Google Reader Replacement Plans
Rumor: Kindle Fire 2 Set for Debut in May
There is a new Kindle Fire coming our way if early rumors are to be believed. The current Kindle Fire continues to burn bright and attract new buyers in increasing numbers in the few months that it has been in the market. So while an upgrade to the current 7 inch Kindle Fire is in the cards, Amazon is also keen to enter a whole new segment with a 9 inch sized Kindle Fire … [Read more...] about Rumor: Kindle Fire 2 Set for Debut in May
Unsold PlayBooks add up to $485m Q3 losses for RIM
Guess what are the financial implications RIM is having to weather while it attempts to lure consumers with a price bait of $199 for its PlayBook tablet devices. Its a steep loss to the tune of $485 million that RIM faces for its BlackBerry PlayBook and like the almost half billion dollar amount, their tablets have also been stockpiled into a mountainous issue. That … [Read more...] about Unsold PlayBooks add up to $485m Q3 losses for RIM
HTC Puccini to Debut Before End 2011 as HTC Jetstream
The HTC Puccini will become Jetstream once it is launched in the US, which is likely to happen before the end of 2011. Also, the tablet will have 4G capability with AT&T as the telecom partner and it's likely to be Long Term Evolution and not the HSPA+ 3G that AT&T has been claiming as 4G.For the international market there is every chance for the HTC … [Read more...] about HTC Puccini to Debut Before End 2011 as HTC Jetstream
Notion Ink Adam gets FCC clearance
Here is some good news for tablet fans and enthusiasts, particularly for those who have already parted with their money for the Adam Android tablet. Rohan Shravan in his latest blog post is all too pleased to announce they have secured the mandatory FCC green signal, which means they can resume shipping the tablet from as early as Wednesday itself. They have been holding on to … [Read more...] about Notion Ink Adam gets FCC clearance
‘The Daily’ for the Apple iPad set for a Jan 19 launch
The first digital newspaper to be available exclusively on the iPad will be ready to greet readers from the morning of January 19. The formal launch event is scheduled to take place at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and will be graced with the auspicious presence of Robert Mudroch, CEO of News Corps. Also to be present there would be Apple CEO Steve Jobs, watching … [Read more...] about ‘The Daily’ for the Apple iPad set for a Jan 19 launch