Our friend Jorgen dropped off a link to an NPR story about the possible privacy issues that could start to crop up as eBook Readers become more advanced and interactive. With so many wireless devices already keeping track of us, I’m more worried about what advertisers will do with the information they collect about our …
Category: eReaders
Machines that read eBooks, Business eDocuments, ePapers, etc.
Dec 16
Holiday Season eBook Grab Bag!
Wireless Goodness has a post on Bookeen’s Orizon eBook reader claiming the world’s thinnest title with a thickness of .029-inches. BrandChannel has a terrifying story about the possibility (some say eventuality) of eBooks being drafted into the ranks of ad-carrying corporate shills. Please. God. No. PCWorld offers a post about the Wednesday release of Apple’s …
Dec 15
Amazon eBook Sales – US Verus UK
Jorgen dropped off a link to a FutureBook article that chronicles author Stephen Leather’s experiences selling eBooks on Amazon.com versus Amazon.co.uk. Leather goes on to compare the US Amazon Forum to the UK equivalent. An interesting perspective that’s bound to grab the attention of indie authors, small publishers and the readers who love them.
Dec 13
eBooks for Christmas? Might require some research…
With new technology comes new challenges. Okay, so you always give books for Christmas, but all of your friends who read have already purchased eBook Readers, or they’re expecting a Kindle or Nook under the tree. This story at MarketWire will get you started in the right direction. It’s going to be seem more complicated …
Dec 12
iPad 2 Coming Soon?
CNNMoney has posted leaked details on Apple’s iPad 2. Pictures suggest the updated iPad will have the two cameras, front and rear that were conspicuously absent in its first incarnation. I wonder if iPad2 will play Flash media?
Dec 09
All Aboard… well, except Amazon Kindle.
This is when playing well with others pays off. A story at Reviews of Electronics highlights the perils of proprietary formats. Google Editions titles are now available on pretty much every eBook Reader on the market other than Amazon’s Kindle. While it hardly leaves Amazon out in the cold, since Kindle eBooks are available through …
Dec 07
Early Google Editions Review at CNN
Google has already said that its new eBook store Google Editions would take some time to roll out, but it doesn’t hurt to get an early peek at it. CNN has a story on it here. Up to now, the biggest complaints from eBook adopters have been about DRM and proprietary formats used by Amazon’s …
Dec 06
View Quest Bookbox eBook Reviewed
The View Quest Bookbox eBook is reviewed at ComputerActive. Looks like the budget color eBook reader gets a passing grade as an economy video player but its low-resolution screen comes up short for eBook reading. Who knows, it might still be a nice option for anyone who’s curious about digital publishing or tablets.
Dec 04
Sony Reader Touch Edition (PRS-650) Reviewed at PCMAG.com
PCMag.com reviews the Sony Reader Touch Edition (PRS-650) ($229.99). This is Sony’s answer to Nook and Kindle and hits the market with the (unfortunate) higher price and USB-only connectivity. Despite the lack of wireless there have been several improvements including screen contrast and a drop in actual weight. Read the review, and before you pass …
Dec 03
More on Google Editions
The Guardian.co.uk that takes a deeper look at the technology behind Google Editions’ secure eBook delivery system. It goes on to explain how the anticipated eBook store will be good for independent bricks and mortar stores.
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