Wattpad Gives Its Book-Loving Readers Inline Commenting And Offline Access
The new Wattpad apps for Android and iOS comes with two new features that should appeal to long-time members of the Wattpad community and anyone who likes to read while on the go.
Enjoy the Best Comics On Windows 8 With ComiXology's App
Are you running out of space for your comic books? Worry not - you can buy and read comic books anywhere with ComiXology's Comics app for Windows 8, also available on iOS, Android, and Kindle Fire.
New Kindle For iOS Features Make It A Serious eReader For Studying
The latest update adds features to the iOS version of Amazon's Kindle e-reader that makes it more useful than Apple's own iBooks for reading eBooks and PDFs.
Amazon Kindle Fire HDX Review and Giveaway
Is the Kindle Fire HDX worth owning if you haven't owned a Kindle before? To find out, we purchased a 16 GB Kindle Fire HDX 7" (Wi-Fi) without special offers for $244, and we're giving it away to one lucky MakeUseOf reader!
5 Ways To Get More Mileage Out Of Your Old iPad
We recently showed you a few ways you can make the most out of your old iPad by speeding it up, but what if it's just too slow for most of your needs?
Hack Your Nook Simple Touch Into a Super E-Reader in Three Easy Steps
A hack can turn a rooted Nook into a full-fledged, game-playing tablet.
Marvin E-Reader for iOS is Better Than Kindle & iBooks
If you want to see how much better Kindle and iBooks could be check out Marvin, an e-reader for iOS that doesn't sell e-books but makes reading them a better experience.
Kobo Arc (2012) Review & Giveaway
Kobo, currently Amazon's strongest eReading competitor, has a whole line of eReaders available, including the Kobo Arc (2012) — a 7-inch Android tablet. Kobo's lead e-ink reader, the Aura HD, is definitely impressive, but is not a strong enough competition for the Kindle Paperwhite. How does the Kobo Arc fare? Is it a valid competitor for the Kindle Fire and Nexus 7?
Who Needs Kindle? Fabrik is a Stylish eReader App for Android That Supports Cloud Sync
Let's face it: When it comes to eBooks, there is pretty much just one big name that matters. One ecosystem; one line of apps; one source of books; one maker of devices. If this makes you feel a little uneasy, I can certainly understand why (after all, I too think you should own the books you buy). And if you are one of the tiny, nonconformist minority still resisting assimilation into this oh-so-convenient eBook ecosystem, you may be interested in Fabrik. This beautiful Android app boasts a form of cloud sync, just like you-know-who.
How To Manage Your Ebook Collection For The Amazon Kindle With Calibre
The biggest problem with an eReader like the Amazon's Kindle is that it requires unreasonable effort to move books between different devices. Before Kindle, I fell in love with Calibre. A bit on the heavy side, but this eBook management suite is incredibly powerful and always easy to use. Whether you're just installing Calibre for the first time, or it's already filled with incompatible EPUB files (like mine was), below are some tips to optimise Calibre for use with your Kindle.
Reading eBooks on Your Tablet: Windows 8 vs. iPad
I'm off on holiday today, and intend to do a bit of reading. This is all very well, especially when it comes to my handful of print books that I want to catch up with. The problem comes in the shape of my digital media. I've a fair few titles in Kindle, which I can read across a number of devices. But which one is the most comfortable for reading?
Kobo Aura HD eReader Review and Giveaway
Despite Amazon's dominance of the eReader market, some competitors manage to keep their heads above water, and one of these strugglers is Kobo. With an impressive line of five different eReaders, its own bookstore, and its own desktop eBook manager/reader, you'd think Kobo would be a good Amazon alternative. But is it really? We took the Kobo Aura HD eReader for a thorough test drive, and the results are in front of you. As usual, one of you will also win this $200 eReader for free! Continue reading to find out how.
Kindle Paperwhite Review & Giveaway
The Kindle Paperwhite is Amazon's current flagship reader, and one that we've been wanting to review and give away for quite some time. If you already own a Kindle or a different eReader, you may be wondering if it's worth your while to upgrade to the new Kindle Paperwhite. This is what we're here to find out for you. And as always, one lucky reader will get the chance to win a shiny new Kindle Paperwhite worth $119!
Don't Like Amazon? Alternatives To The Kindle eBook Reader App For Android
Amazon has its own set of flaws that send readers looking for an alternative that’s just as good. Looking to get away from Amazon, the Kindle, and DRM? Here are some of the best ebook reading apps that I’ve found on Android over the years. I’ve used each of them at some point in my life and I’ve been satisfied with all of them. Hopefully they work well for you, too.
Your iPad: The Best Way to Enjoy Manga
Having been brought up on western comic books, it's refreshing to be introduced to a wholly different comic book culture. Those of you that have already had the pleasure to make acquaintance with manga (Japanese comics) will agree on the certifiable wealth of stories contained in this comic book branch. And what better companion than your trusty iPad to journey through the manga landscape?
Kindle For PC Proves That You Don’t Need A Kindle To Enjoy Books From Amazon
Being the voracious reader that I am, a library was always a small hillock to conquer. Thanks to the eBook revolution that has swept over us now, we now have peaks to scale. One of them just happens to go by the name of a jungle – Amazon. Or to be more specific, the Kindle Store. The Kindle Store is heaven sent for us bookworms. I am not even talking about paying a dime here because there are absolutely legal ways to download free books from the Kindle Store.
Read Books On Your Android Phone Or Tablet With Kobo
Do some reading on the go. Kobo's Android app is perfect for your tablet or smartphone, and it couldn't be any easier to use. Whether you want to quickly browse thousands of free books or pay for the latest best-sellers, Kobo's got you covered. Sometimes you don't have your ereader with you, however, and that's when Kobo for Android comes in handy. If you own a Kobo, and bought books for it, there's no reason not have this app.
Kindle iOS vs iBooks 3: An Intro Of Their Newest Features [iPad]
Whatever criticism is being made about the latest iPad mini, many users like myself will be using it as their main e-reading and e-book device. And two of the leading iOS e-reader apps–Kindle for the iPad and iBooks 3–both offer some updated features you should know about if you're an avid reader and use the iPad.
Which Is The Best eReader Out There? [Twitter Contest Results]
If you follow us on Twitter, you might have taken part in our latest "best eReader" contest. Just in case you happened to miss it, over the past three weeks, we asked our followers to send us suggestions for the best eReader available out there today. We gave you free rein to tell us exactly which eReader would be the best for your needs, and surprising consensus emerged pretty quickly. Continue reading to find out what the majority on our followers want to be reading their books on.
The Rise Of e-Reading [INFOGRAPHIC]
I have a nice paper book collection in my office of 800 titles (and counting), but part of me wonders if, in 50 years or so, that library will be a rare endangered collection. With the rise of eBooks, Kindles and Nooks, there is the possibility that we could all be reading digitally at some point in the future, and the paper book could go the way of the dodo and the dinosaurs.