CNet reports that minus any fanfare, Amazon has dropped the price of its Kindle to $99. That development goes along with its 3G, ad-free Kindle now priced at $129. With the cheaper refurbished Kindle (plus one year warranty) now clocking in at $99, this is starting to look like a $79 eBook Reader Christmas.
Aug 08
PCWorld reviews the $190 Bookeen Cybook Opus eReader
PCWorld reviews the Bookeen Cybook Opus eReader. I remember previous versions of this sleek little ride hitting the market in the early days of the eBook Revolution.
Looks like they’ve kept the machine’s trim lines, and continue to deliver a highly workable single-purpose eBook reader. However, with a market that is hot for integrated book stores, wireless connectivity and lower prices, the Opus eReader will have to deliver in the performance department to stay competitive.
I’ve always liked the idea of untethered eBook readers, since the integrated eBook stores take away some of the flexibility inherent in digital publishing. But it’s still early in the eBook Revolution, and with Google eBooks finally kicking into full swing with its own eReader, we’re bound to see some rapid changes across the board. (Could that also mean untethered, DRM-free eBooks?)
Aug 07
PCWorld reviews the Aluratek Libre Touch Color eReader
PCWorld reviews the affordable Aluratek Libre Touch Color eReader. At $150 can the full-color machine make up for technical shortfalls with a killer price?
Aug 06
The price of publishing.
Thanks to Jorgen for dropping off a weekend read at the Guardian.co.uk Books Blog that questions the true price of publishing paper and electronic books.
Aug 05
PlayBook searches beat iPad.
This is some good news for Research in Motion. Gadgets and Gizmos reported that trend and savings watchers at ILoveCashback.com have statistics that indicate RIM’s BlackBerry PlayBook Tablet has passed Apple’s iPad as the most searched-for tablet on the market.
After the PlayBook’s shaky start that accompanied RIM’s recent shortfall in profit and share price, this is welcome news for the eBook Revolution. The iPad is nice, but the consumer gets better prices in a competitive marketplace.
Aug 04
Future/present trends in the eBook Revolution.
Many thanks to Jennifer Lynch, writer at Onlinecolleges.net, for sending us a link to a recent post, “The Next 10 Ebook Trends to Watch For.†You’ll see right away that the trouble with predicting anything in the eBook Revolution is that things are changing so rapidly that the ‘trends’ we’re watching for are happening now.
Certainly, the groundwork is already in place.
Aug 03
5 Best eBook Readers at Lifehacker
Lifehacker offers a list of its choices for top five eBook Readers on the market. If you haven’t joined the eBook Revolution yet, this post might help you make your decision. And if you’re a veteran, then you’re probably considering an upgrade.
I have a feeling we’re going to see some jockeying for position as we get closer to the holiday buying season when the inevitable price war begins and new devices hit the market. (Remember Amazon’s rumored Hollywood Tablet?)
Aug 02
Apple In-App rules anger Apple users…
GoodeReader offers an update on the new Apple in-App rules. Apple hasn’t just pissed off eBook retailers who can no longer sell their products directly through their eBook store Apps, they’ve angered iPad, iPhone and iPod users too.
The device users are angry at the eBook retailers (who can only sell directly through the App via iTunes, less 30% commission) and they’re ticked at Apple for restricting the free and fair use of their purchases.
Aug 01
Amazon Kindles compared.
NewsSimplified compares the available Amazon Kindle readers and suggests the right machine for you.
Jul 31
eBook Piracy drives eBook sales…
The International Business Times offers a story where bestselling author Paulo Coelho and other writers encourage online eBookstore title sharing, and even advocate for eBook Piracy.
It’s all good for business.
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