One thing I’m learning about Android is that there are tens of thousands of apps available and most of them have multiple versions floating around as they are continually updated and improved. The strange thing I’m finding is that some older versions of certain apps actually work better on some systems than the new updated […]
Cruz Reader T301 by Velocity Micro – Kindle Tablet in Disguise
Velocity Micro has quietly introduced a new 7″ Cruz Reader Tablet. And get this: unlike the previous Cruz Reader that connects with the Borders ebook store, this new one ships with the Kindle app as the main ebook provider of choice. While you can get the Kindle for Android app on virtually any app-friendly Android […]
Notion Ink Adam Video Demo
When Notion Ink decided to put their mysterious Adam tablet up for pre-order on December 9th, they had a lot of problems with their servers being overloaded and a lot of issues with their payment system that only accepted Visa and American Express cards and even caused some banks to suspect fraudulent activity.
Original Nook 3G and Nook WiFi Sales
Barnes and Noble has again added some manufacturer refurbished Nooks to their eBay store. The Nook WiFi is selling for $119 and the Nook 3G for $139. That includes free shipping and a 1 year warranty. Last time they didn’t last very long so if you’ve been waiting on them this is the time to […]
Rooted Nook Color, a Hands-on Review
So I decided to root my Nook Color last weekend because I wanted to try installing some Android apps. It took a little time to work out, but I finally got it to work and have been experimenting with installing different apps on the Nook Color all week. Certain apps work great and others not […]
Amazon Updates Kindle for Android App
Amazon has updated their Kindle for Android app to support Kindle newspaper and magazine delivery, making it the first major ebook app to offer periodicals on the Android platform. Android users can now choose to buy a single issue or monthly subscription of 100+ Kindle newspapers and magazines available in the Kindle Store. Other updates […]
Nextbook Launches 8.4″ Next3 Android Tablet with Borders eBook App
A new Android-powered ereader/tablet combination was released today called the Next3, a WiFi-equipped touchscreen-enabled device that ties in with the Borders ebook store. Update: Check my hands-on Next3 review for more details on the Nextbook 8.4″ ereader. There’s a video review and instructions for installing apps as well. The Next3 is selling from HSN for […]
The WikiReader Becomes eBook Reader with 33,000 eBooks
The WikiReader, a small handheld device that contains more than three million Wikipedia articles, just got an update to add the entire Project Gutenberg library of ebooks. The update can be downloaded and added to the WikiReader by visiting the official WikiReader website, or you can sign up to have the update mailed to your […]