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Foxit announces the eSlick reader, can it challenge the Amazon Kindle or Sony Reader?

by Robert Nelson on Dec 19, 2008 at 07:00 PM

FoxIt has recently introduced their ebook reader—the eSlick.  To begin with, they seem to have reached a pretty attractive price tag at $229, but the reader is lacking when it comes to format compatibility.  As for features, the eSlick has a 6-inch display with a resolution of 800 x 600,… Continue Reading »

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Amazon Kindle sold-out, refurbs available in limited quantities

by Robert Nelson on Dec 1, 2008 at 02:02 PM

Anyone looking to pick up an Amazon Kindle for the holidays seems to be out of luck as Amazon has once again sold out of the Kindle.  Current expected shipping times for a new Kindle are being listed as “11 to 13 weeks” and given that, some may start looking… Continue Reading »

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Who’s On Crack in tech: Black Friday ‘08 edition

by JG Mason on Nov 28, 2008 at 02:00 PM

This is where we call out the tech moves that seem odd, out of touch or just plain straight up smokin’ crack.  This week sees posturing, positioning and flat out insanity.  Here’s what caught my eye this week: Zune Phone inbound? Kindle 2 sucking life out of holiday sales? 7-11’s… Continue Reading »

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Amazon Kindle 2 now rumored to be launching early-2009

by Robert Nelson on Nov 25, 2008 at 01:08 PM

This certainly is not the first we are hearing about the Kindle 2, however it looks like anyone who was holding out is going to have to wait a little longer.  Initially, the Kindle 2 was expected to hit the market this past October, which would have given it a… Continue Reading »

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Lighted folio now available for the Kindle

by Robert Nelson on Nov 10, 2008 at 01:20 PM

One of the main complaints you see with the Kindle, or just about any eBook reader is the lack of an available backlight.  That means it becomes the task of third party accessory makers to fill in that gap.  The latest accessory comes in the form of a Lighted Folio… Continue Reading »

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Gadgetell Review: Amazon Kindle

by Sue Walsh on Nov 9, 2008 at 11:00 AM

Gadgetell Quick Review: Amazon Kindle What is it? The Amazon Kindle is Amazon’s electronic reading device. It uses E Ink technology and is available for $359. Pros: Easy to use, lightweight, lots of storage and free wireless service. Cons: The included cover needs improvement. Keep reading for an in-depth, hands-on… Continue Reading »

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New book says tech is better than books

by Shawn Ingram on Oct 27, 2008 at 07:05 PM

I have to admit, recently, if text is not staring at me from a screen I become uninterested very quickly.  Although, from reading about this upcoming book, I might have to actually read a book, or find a Kindle to read it on.  The book is called “iBrain: Surviving the… Continue Reading »

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Why we don’t get our gadget info from Oprah

by JG Mason on Oct 27, 2008 at 09:04 AM

I get confused when I can’t tell an endorsement from a paid endorsement.  One minute there is a report that talk show host Oprah Winfrey has declared Amazon’s Kindle her “favorite new thing” and the next is a big advertisement with Ms. Winfrey on Amazon.  A quick search on the… Continue Reading »

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Ditch office paper for the iRex digital readers

by Shawn Ingram on Sep 23, 2008 at 06:47 PM

iRex has announced new ebook readers that could potentially steal the spotlight from the now-old Amazon Kindle.  iRex has announced three such readers, each of them with a 10.2” e-ink display.  The differences between the models are the two Digital Reader 1000S and Digital Reader 1000SW ones have touch screens… Continue Reading »

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Plastic Logic gets ready to publish E-newspaper

by Jodie Andrefski on Sep 8, 2008 at 02:38 PM

Getting ready to show off their version of an electronic paper at a trade show today in San Diego, Plastic Logic’s yet unnamed device may just be a needed boost for the floundering newspaper industry. The device continually updates wirelessly, and can store content from newspapers, magazines, books, whatever…hundreds of… Continue Reading »

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