The Big Money has some interesting facts and figures about the eBook Revolution that while debatable still bode very well for the already exploding market. While polls can be undependable, they’re still good at giving a rough sketch of public opinion. I’ll reserve my final judgment until the mainstream audience has their hands on these …
Category: iPad
Jun 05
Kobo eReader best machine for $150 or Less
Viral Social has a post declaring the Kobo eReader the BEST eBook Reader for $150 or less. Check out the full story here. They’re saying it’s a perfect match for University and College students.
Jun 04
Independent Authors and the eBook Revolution
Here’s a link to an excellent article at the Wall Street Journal that investigates the impact of the eBook Revolution on independent authors, publishers and the traditional publishing industry. The accessibility of digital publishing has allowed the vast army of independent authors to circumvent the traditional “member’s only” mindset and publish their work directly for …
Jun 02
Asus Eee Tablet – eBook Reader and Drawing Tablet
A special thanks to Jorgen for digging up this little gem. CNet.uk has a story about the Asus Eee Tablet. Upon reading, we’re immediately reassured that this Eee Tablet is not a portable PC or tablet like the iPad. Instead, it’s an eBook reader and digital notepad all in one. Very sweet idea that reports suggest …
Jun 01
2 Million iPads Sold. eBook Reader Sales to Peak in 2014.
Well we’ve got a couple of interesting bits of news (or is it rumor?). Apple announced the sale of its 2 millionth iPad since its launch April 3rd. Read the story here at CNN. And Jorgen dropped off a link to a story at MobilitySite that talks about the future sales trends for eBook Readers. Check …
May 31
$100 Tablets are Coming!
Jorgen stopped by with a link to another exciting find. The Financial Times technology section is talking about a wave of low priced tablets that are expected over the coming year. This development will threaten iPad’s coveted lead in the lucrative full-color, multi-function tablet market. The article says the start of this low-priced invasion will begin …
May 30
eBook Readers in the Office
Many thanks to Jorgen for a link to a Globe and Mail story here about the various eBook Readers on the market and their place in the office environment. An excellent weekend read where writer Lynn Greiner makes some interesting observations about the eBook Revolution in the work place.
May 29
Barnes and Noble’s eReader App for iPad.
Take this link over to ZDNet if you’re interested in Mobile Gadgeteer reporter Matthew Miller’s first look at Barnes and Noble’s eReader App for iPad. Again, I want to take my hat off to B&N for embracing the eBook Revolution, and to Apple too, for allowing this feature and the broader selection of titles it …
May 28
iPad goes International
Read CNN’s coverage of the iPad’s International launch here. Apple’s color touch-screen tablet and newcomer to the eBook Revolution goes on sale in Canada, UK, Switzerland, Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Australia and Japan. That’s an impressive launch for the machine that also functions as web browser, movie player and video game platform. The machine is …
May 27
Aluratek’s Libre Reader: $150 list, $100 at Sears
BoingBoing.net (tech, culture, science blog) has posted some interesting news that is in keeping with our recent focus on low-priced eBook Readers. It seems that Aluratek’s Libre reader is hitting the market priced from $100-$150, depending where you pick it up. They go into detail at the link about its pros and cons, but can’t say …
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