Featured eBook Readers
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Kobo eReaders
Kobo is one of the leading retailers for ebooks, and probably the biggest when it comes to EPUB. Their premise is that "consumers should be able to read any book, anytime, anywhere, and on the device of their choice." -
Barnes and Noble NOOK
Since becoming a best seller, the NOOK has given Barnes & Noble a leading ebook eco system in the U.S., perhaps second only to the Amazon Kindle. The popularity of their eReader means B&N has been expanding their product range to include several different versions of the NOOK as well as the "NOOK App", which is available on many tablets and smartphones. -
Apple iPad
Since its release the iPad has taken the world by storm. Well designed, compact, solid battery life and a huge app base has made the iPad a very desirable product. With a large colour multi-touch screen and the same iOS that's used on the iPhone and iPod Touch this will be instantly familiar; with all the same apps plus many more specific to just the iPad. -
Bookeen Cybook Opus
Bookeen is one of the oldest eReader makers around and with the Cybook OPUS they've brought out one of the first 5 inch E-Ink readers, and which is also possibly the cutest on the market. -
Sony Reader: Touch Edition
Sony has been making E-Ink eReaders since before Amazon had their Kindle and they are still producing some great ebook readers and tablets. Their most popular to date has been the Touch Edition, which is a great balance between features and cost. -
Apple iPhone and iPod Touch
Apple's iPhone has become one of the most popular smartphones on which to read ebooks and there's now many dedicated ebook reading apps available. Although smartphones screens are quite small, they are certainly big enough to read from and with their multi-function nature they really have become a great choice for many people. -
Adobe Digital Editions
Adobe Digital Editions (ADE) is a desktop computer ebook reader that can open both EPUB books and PDF files - with or without DRM (Digital Rights Management) protection. ADE is available for both Windows and Mac and is available in several languages including, English, French and German. -
Bookworm Online EPUB eBook Reader
Bookworm is a free online platform for storing and reading [DRM Free] EPUB ebooks. The main benefit of using a reading system such as Bookworm is that you can read your ebooks from any web browser on any computer, including most mobile web devices, anywhere and at any time.
More eReaders (not reviewed)
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Android Tablets
There are many different Google Android based tablets, from 7-inch book sized, to 10-inch widescreens, they all are very capable devices for reading EPUB ebooks on.
Available at most stores including Amazon
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Sony Reader WiFi Edition
This is Sony's latest Reader; smaller, lighter and slimmer than ever before. Along with WiFi access, it comes with a multi-touch screen, 12 regular and 10 translation dictionaries!
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Sony Tablet
The Sony Tablet is designed to ergonomically fit your hand, making it feel lighter and more comfortable while reading and watching on the move. It has a large 9.4-inch touch screen and the usual Sony high quality build.
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BeBook One, BeBook Mini, BeBook Neo
There are now three versions of the BeBook, each to suit different tastes. BeBook One, the original 6-inch screen and now the smaller BeBook Mini, for that extra portability. The BeBook Neo comes with a new sleek design and WiFi connectivity.
Available at Amazon
eBook Reader Apps
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ibisReader
Clean, Simple Reading: ibisReader gets out of your way with its intuitive, unobtrusive reading interface. Extensive support for ebook design helps your books look their best. [Non-DRM EPUB Only] www.ibisReader.com
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Aldiko - Google Android Reader
An Android based reading app that let's you reader non-DRM EPUB books on any Google Android tablet or smartphone [Free version: Non-DRM] www.aldiko.com
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FBReader
Opensource reader for the desktopn and a multitude of mobile devices and phones. Also runs on Google Android phones. [Non-DRM EPUB Only] fbreader.org
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Azardi
AZARDI is designed as the definitive EPUB reader with built in transparency so you know your EPUBs are conforming to the specification. [Non-DRM EPUB Only] www.infogridpacific.com/
