Category: eBook Readers

The machines.

GoodeReader Reviews Aluratek Libre Color eReader

GoodeReader offers up a comprehensive review on the Aluratek Libre Color eReader.  Specifications and photos at the link.

Update on library eBook lending.

GoodeReader posted on the restrictions that face libraries that are joining the eBook Revolution. Some months ago, HarperCollins fired the first shot by arbitrarily deciding that 26 was the magic number of loans (downloads) allowed on a title before libraries had to renew the eBook license. It looked like a crock then, and it looks …

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eBooks gaining market share.

One News Now’s Culture section updates us on the explosive growth of the eBook Revolution with eBooks gaining market share at an incredible pace–showing a 25% adoption rate in the US.

Finding your focus…

Many thanks to Jorgen for a link to a thought-provoking piece at The Independent on surviving (and reading) in the age of distraction.

Social Networks for Readers

eBookNewser offers a list of reading and eBook related social media networks. They vary from place to place but think book club, fan club and chat forum all rolled into one. Some of these networks have been in place for years awaiting the eBook Revolution and you can tell which sites have set the high …

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Pottermore to sell Harry Potter eBooks directly!

Techradar offers an explanation for the recent mysterious appearance of J.K. Rowling’s new website Pottermore. The site started rumors flying about whether Rowling was going to release a new book in the Harry Potter series. According to Techradar the site will provide interactive information and allow fans of the series to explore Harry Potter’s world. …

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Barnes and Noble Nookbooks outselling paper…

PCWorld posted on Barnes and Noble’s announcement that its Nookbooks are outselling the store’s offering of ‘paper’ books three to one. This is good news in light of a report at Bloomberg that B&N posted a quarterly loss as a result of its investments in digital publishing and shortfalls incurred by Borders’ bankruptcy.

Kobo eReader Touch Edition now on sale in US and Canada

TechConnect Magazine tells us that only a short month after its unveiling the Kobo eReader Touch Edition is now available in the US and Canada. Available in black, lilac, blue and silver the $129.99 US and $139.99 Canadian device features a 6-inch Pearl E Ink screen and access to Kobobooks’ 2.3-million titles.

Sand in your Kindle. Water in your Nook!

Planning to read on your summer vacation? Whether you do it on a Kindle, Nook, Kobo, Sony Reader or iPad it pays to put some thought into their protection and care. With that in mind, GoodeReader has posted some suggestions to help you avoid destroying your device, and to minimize the damage if it occurs.

Is codename: Hollywood nearing launch?

XbitLaboratories reports on the persistent rumor that Amazon.com is developing a tablet bearing the codename “Hollywood” that will expand the online retailer’s digital content delivery system beyond its industry leading Kindle E Ink eReader. I’ve got a feeling they’ll announce this device in the lead-up to the 2011 holiday season.