By Sarah Freeland
Diverse group of ebook readers makes variety of e-books available for purchase.
Since an ebook is a file that needs to be viewed its important to know what format it comes in and what program it can be opened with. E-book files are viewable through specialized programs called e-book readers. There are a few formats that an ebook could come in. It could come in plain text and thus be viewed in Microsoft word or a notepad program.
Computers that operate on Windows will open that file automatically with the best matched program at hand. Some files come in a format of HTML and require a browser or a browser enhanced version of Microsoft Word for Windows. These files are usually compact and very user friendly. The last but not least and probably the favorite format of all is a PDF by Adobe. PDF files can be viewed on Adobe Reader, Microsoft Reader, or any other ebook reader available. These files are small, easily accessible and can be readily transferred, emailed, shared or printed.
E-book readers are available to download online or could be bought at a software store. Microsoft Reader only operates on the Windows based machines, whereas Adobe Reader can be installed on both Windows and Macintosh operating systems. Separate readers are available for PDA’s. Today Adobe sets standards for ebook industry since it’s a most widely known and used program available. Its compatibility with existent systems is greatly appreciated by users making PDF files the standard for today’s e-books.
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Kindle 2 is launched by Amazon
Amazon have launched the Kindle 2w ebook reader. With a sleek and thin design that makes Kindle 2 as thin as a typical magazine and lighter than a paperback, the new Kindle has seven times more storage and now holds over 1,500 books. It has a longer battery life and faster page turns. An advanced display provides even crisper images and clearer text for an improved book-like reading experience. And Kindle 2 even reads to you, with “Read to Me”, Text to Speech feature.
With Kindle 2 Amazon have kept everything that readers loved about the original Kindle—the convenience of reading what you want, when you want it, the immediacy of getting a book wirelessly delivered in less than 60 seconds, and Kindle’s ability to “disappear” in your hands so you can get lost in the author’s words. The Kindle Store has over 230,000 ebooks available for the new ebook reader.
It is currently available for pre order at $359 and Amazon expect to start shipping out orders later this month. To order go to Amazon Kindle 2 Order Page
New Features & Enhancements
Slim & Lightweight: Just over 1/3 inch and 10.2 ounces
Books in under 60 seconds: Get books delivered in less than 60 seconds; no PC required
Improved Display: Reads like real paper; now boasts 16 shades of gray for crisp images and text; even reads well in bright sunlight
Longer Battery Life: 25% longer battery life; read for days without recharging
More Storage: Take your library with you; holds over 1,500 books
Faster Page Turns: 20% faster page turns
Read-to-Me: Text-to-Speech feature means Kindle can read every book, blog, magazine, and newspaper out loud.
No Wireless Bills: No monthly wireless bills, data plans, or commitments. Amazon pays for Kindle’s wireless connectivity so you won’t see a monthly wireless bill.
Large Selection: Over 230,000 books, plus U.S. and international newspapers, magazines and blogs available
Low Book Prices: New York Times Best Sellers and New Releases $9.99, unless marked otherwise
For more details or to order Amazon Kindle 2 Information Page
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Gutenberg.com Releases “20 Reasons Why 2009 Will Be The Year of the Ebook”
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Diverse list of technology, popular culture, business, and investment reasons support broad expansion of ebooks into mainstream society. From new digital ink and plastic electronics technology, to letting go of the 500-year emotional attachment to books, each item in the list is described on www.Gutenberg.com. Authored by digital media author and pioneer Chris Andrews. Palo Alto, CA (PRWEB) January 6, 2009 — Gutenberg.com (http://www.Gutenberg.com), a central Internet resource for the emerging ebook industry and ebook users, today released a list of 20 reasons why the ebook will dramatically expand its presence in business and society in 2009. Providing a comprehensive and colorful picture of the current and future state of ebooks, the list includes diverse technology, cultural, social, and investment reasons supporting the expansion of both ebooks (http://www.gutenberg.com) and ebook readers. Ebook readers are the new mobile devices specifically designed specifically to download and display ebooks. Popular ebook readers include the Amazon Kindle, Sony Reader Digital Book, and iRex iLiad. Included in the list are technology reasons such as the advancement of a new plastic electronics industry, the use of digital ink technologies, and the fact that ebook readers use significantly less power than other mobile devices. The book is also compared CD’s, DVD’s, and VHS tapes, stating that the book is only a format - even though it has lasted over 500 years. Also in the list is the fact that ebooks are an instant Green technology. The challenging economy, Mr. Andrews predicts, will persuade additional companies and investors to look at the growing ebook area. The 20-item list with explanations is written by Chris Andrews, the publisher of Gutenberg.com. Mr. Andrews has a 25-year track record of spotting, writing about, producing, and launching new digital media technologies similar to ebooks. “When things happen these days, they happen very fast, suddenly a new technology is in our presence. That technology will be ebooks in 2009,” says Chris Andrews. “Our hope is that this list of 20 reasons leads to a broader discussion among ebook users, authors, publishers, and the ebook industry. My goal in writing this was to make sense of this fast-moving area, so a wide variety of people could understand it. Possibly to stimulate some new ideas, and get people thinking about how they might participate.” Gutenberg.com (http://www.gutenberg.com) is a central resource for the emerging ebook industry and ebook users. Currently containing articles about the companies and issues surrounding ebooks and ebook readers, Gutenberg.com will be expanding into a place to find ebooks and ebook resources. Other planned areas include a news section for the ebook industry, and a system for assisting ebook authors and publishers. Chris Andrews has played an important role in the introduction and acceptance of digital media into the mainstream, in particular digital books, music, and video. He is the author of the book, ‘The Education of a CD-ROM Publisher: An Insiders History of Electronic Publishing.’ First published in 1993, then again in 1998 with simultaneous hardcover, softcover and ebook editions, the book is available from the publisher, Information Today (http://www.infotoday.com/books/books/EduCDPub.shtml). More information about Chris Andrews can be found at ChrisAndrews.com (http://www.chrisandrews.com). |
By Thomas Cable
So you want to be able to read the bestsellers at your own leisure but find yourself travelling most of the time with no time to spare to relax and curl up with the best new books on the shelf. Besides, you have better things to spend your money on than shelling out hundreds of dollars every month. But what if I said that you could avoid that ad make the time to read whilst travelling with the ultimate ebook reader? Interested? If you are then check out the Amazon Kindle Ebook Reader!
The ultimate ebook reader can give you access to the latest bestsellers without the time and cost aspect involved. All you simply have to do is buy the electronic version of a book as and when you feel like it via the Amazon Kindle Ebook Reader and it will be on the screen within a minute! That is really good service!
The Amazon Kindle Ebook Reader is only 10.3 ounces in weight and is compact as well so you can easily fit it into a bag whenever you have to travel. Better still, you still actually get the feel of a real book because the pages on the ebook reader actually look like those of a regular book, but one that costs just $9.99! There are very few bestsellers that actually cost more than that at an given time so you are in a for a bargain no matter what way you look at it.
As a result of the latest technology, books can be on the ebook reader within a short period of time because you do not have to be in an Internet hot spot at the time. This has been a limiting factor of ebooks in the past but not so in this one. The battery is also long lasting so you have no need to keep it plugged in for that aspect either! All in all, the Amazon Kindle Ebook Reader has the complete package. You can have all the bestsellers you want, whenever you want, at a reasonable price!
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The e-book reader has arrived. After a bit of a stuttering start the bigger companies have now seen the full potential of the market and are going full speed ahead. Companies such as Amazon, Sony, Mobipocket and Adobe have developed e-book reader solutions.
Technological history is littered with companies going head to head to get their system into the number one spot. Usually in these battles there can only be one winner, remember Betemax or 8 track stereo/ e book readers are no exception.
Currently Sony are promoting their own LRF formatted e-books which is the only system that will work on their own e book players.
Amazon is favouring its own proprietary format, which is called AZW. Unlike Sony Amazon took the decision to allow other formats to be viewed on their ebook readers.
A third format available is Mobipockets MOBI. Unlike LRF and AZW was not created with any specific ebook reader in mind. It was designed for Mobipockets own reader software program. The software is free to download and the company make their money from the sale of the ebooks.
Finally there is the long established Adobe pdf . Many people will be familiar with the format, which is now supported by most computers. At present there are some issues regarding sizing and the display of A4 pages but I expect these may will have to be resolved if pdf if Adobe is to become a serious player in the game.
So where does that leave the potential e-book reader buyer? I suppose the common sense answer is to sit on your wallet and see what develops. But for most of us that is not an option. ebook readers are out there and we want one. So what are the benefits of an ebook reader?
For a start you can clear all those books off the shelves, an e book reader can store hundreds of books so why keep a library at home?
If you are going on holiday there is no need to pack a pile of books, (that eat into your weight allowance if you are flying). Simply put your e-book reader into your pocket you will have enough reading material to keep you going for a couple of years.
ebooks tend to be much cheaper than the printed originals. This is simply because there are no physical production costs to contend with.
You can carry around your professional or private library with all the time, which is great for reference or leisure.
The question many people are asking is, will e-book readers catch on? Of course they will in exactly the same way as all the other personal electronic equipment such as mobile phones and Ipods have taken off. Which format will win the ebook reader battle is still open to question and off course it is still not too late for other entrants to enter the field of play.