Sony's new Pocket and Touch eBook readers go on sale at Waterstones today with each purchaser promised a free download of Dan Brown's highly anticipated The Lost Symbol when its published in eBook format. The 5" screen pocket edition is being sold for £179.99 with the 6" Touch retailing for £249.99. Following Sony's … [Read more...]
Sony announce 3G eBook reader
August 28, 2009
Having already confirmed the release of two new (and heavily leaked) eBook readers, Sony this week unveiled a third new model boasting 3G connectivity and a touch screen. The new 'Daily Edition' device joins the Pocket Edition and Touch Edition to offer a range of products likely to suit all budgets and buyers. “We … [Read more...]
Mac compatible eBook reader now at Argos
August 20, 2009
High street and online retailer Argos is now offering the COOL-ER eBook reader, a sign of the growing mainstream status of the devices. Selling for £189.99, the six inch device comes in a range of colours which draw inevitable comparisons with Apple's iPod range. Interead, the company which makes the COOl-ER, are … [Read more...]
Retailers slash price of Sony's PRS-505 reader
August 15, 2009
Following Sony's announcement of two new eBook reader models UK retailers have been busy slashing the price of the Sony PRS-505 reader which first hit UK shops last September. WH Smith has dropped their price to a new low of £147.99, down almost £30 on their previous price. Meanwhile has slashed a whopping £50 … [Read more...]
Sony drops proprietary eBook format
August 14, 2009
Knowing which eBooks to buy should get easier after Sony announced it’s to convert its eBook store to the industry-standard EPUB format by the end of this year and stop selling titles in its own proprietary ebook format. “Our intention is to lead by example,” said Steve Haber, president of Sony’s Digital … [Read more...]
