ebook technology

E-Ink with a Detachable Front Light May Be Coming this Winter

E-Ink with a Detachable Front Light May Be Coming this Winter

The prospective manufacturers of a new ebook reader posted this picture and the following specs at Mobile Read: Project of the device for reading electronic books Screen: 6 “SVGA Electronic Paper Display (not E Ink Corporation) CPU: ARM7, 73 MHz SRAM: 1,0 Mb ROM: 256 Mb (it is used 248 Mb) USB 2.0 SD/MMC: up(…)

The Right E Reading Device Might Have Arrived

Earlier, I blogged about Bookeen’s new e-reading device. Baen Bar has been in negotiations with various suppliers to create a DRM free e-reader. It has finally worked out a deal with Bookeen. This e-ink device will have the same size screen and same technology as the Sony, but it is DRM FREE!!!!!!! and reads RTF,(…)

REVIEW: Is Apple iPhone Going to Revolutionize Ebooks?

I’m a big geek girl. I think we all know that by now. Why else would I devote an entire day of the blog week to blogging about ebooks and ebook devices and ebook related paraphenalia? I do want to point out, though, I have never had a crush on Buck Rogers, so queen of(…)

Sony Reader eBook Sales Outpace Sony Music Sales

Sony is bullish on the eReader. According to the AP via Mobile Read, Sony Reader sales are better than expected and that Sony is planning to release a new Reader this year. Hopefully with better software and better controls and maybe an integrated light? Send to Kindle

iRiver E Reader Prototype Features Two Screens

iRiver showed off a prototype of a two screened e-reading device. I don’t really think I like this design, but it is more booklike than the Sony Reader. Via Endgaget Send to Kindle

Ebook Readers for 2007

Despite my initial misgivings, I did go ahead and purchase a Sony Reader. I love the idea of the Sony Reader with its clear screen, sleek design and perfect size. I was disenchanted with its software program, both the Connect and the Reader’s own software. The lack of a good reader is holding some people(…)

An E-Ink Device to Get Excited About?

Bookeen, the french ebook manufacturer of the Cybook, has had its Cybook discontinued for a couple of months now. Recently, the site has unveiled a new e-ink device it will be selling. Why get excited about this one instead of the Sony Reader? First, Bookeen bundled the best, imo, ebook reading program on its Cybook–Gowerpoint’s(…)

REVIEW:  Review of the Sony Reader

REVIEW: Review of the Sony Reader

Let me state my opinion right up front so you don’t have to slog through the pictures or the features if you aren’t interested. This device is for readers who are technologically savvy and want the best screen available for reading. For the others, I would suggest getting Ebookwise or a PDA for now. There(…)

Ebookwise Conversion Issues

If you have a pocket pc or a palm device, get  µbook. This post isn’t necessary for you to read. If you have an Ebookwise Reader, below are some answers to frequently asked questions on how to get the most of out of your unit. Q: Can I read secure ebooks that are sold by(…)

Does ebook reader the discussion begin and end with backlights?

I had a mini debate/discussion with the readers over at MobileRead about whether backlights were important. I thought that they were and wouldn’t buy a reader without one. Most everyone over there thought that backlights were really secondary to the better display of an e-ink device. What say you? {democracy:3} If you don’t have an(…)

How an ebook reader can save you money and maybe your marriage!

Many times I hear from people that the ebook reader is too expensive and that is what is holding them back. Not true. I present to you the top 10 reasons why buying an ebook reader is economical and may just save your marriage. 10. Ebooks don’t take up any space. The average bookshelf costs(…)

Multifunction v. Dedicated Ebook Reader & Samhain Giveaway

The lads at Gearlog and Teleblog are great believers of multi function devices. Multi function devices do it all: it’s a cell phone, camera, calendar, contact, ebook reader all in one. Gearlog opines that the reason that women tend to buy a cell phone separate from a PDA is the ubiquitous purse. Of course, the(…)

Ebook Weekly: Ebook Reader Diary Entry #2

I always think it’s interesting to read how others got interested in the ebook market. I found Jenn from Pocketables via PocketPC Thoughts. She had just reviewed a very cool tech toy called a UMPC (ultra mobile pc). I spent the day cruising her website, reading her detailed reviews and noticed that she used her(…)

REVIEW: Ebook Weekly: Desktop Ereading Programs

Last week, I addressed what formats were commonly sold by epublishers. One of the commenters noted last week that she tried html format but it didn’t have any of the advantages of the other software such as bookmarking, annotations, library, etc. It is a true that reading an html file with a browser program like(…)

Let’s Talk Ebook Tech

We know. Everyone is blogging about ebooks these days but no one is really talking about the one important thing: the e book reader. Because truly,if you are tied to your laptop, the ebook thing ain’t ever taking off. So let’s talk technology. Ebook technology. What do you need? What will it cost you? What(…)