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Spring Desing Alex eReader Available for Pre-Order

alexG — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:04:51 +0000

The Spring Design Alex eReader was announced in October last year but today you can pre-order it through Spring Design.

The dual screen device is running on Google’s Android OS and it has a 6-inch EPD screen and a full color 3.5-inch touchscreen LCD. The eReader is capable of full Web browsing via the WiFi connectivity which allows you to surf the internet, watch videos or communicate with others while reading ebooks.

The storage capacity can be upgraded up to 32GB due to the microSD card slot, making it perfect for its users to store enough data on their eReader. [More...] The device also offers support for some Google Android applications and comes with headphones, AC/USB power connector and a padded cover

The storage capacity can be upgraded up to 32GB due to the microSD card slot, making it perfect for its users to store enough data on their eReader. The device also offers support for some Google Android applications and comes with headphones, AC/USB power connector and a padded cover.

The Spring Design Alex eReader is available for pre-order at Spring Design.

Via geeky-gadgets

Asus DR-900 Unveiled Today at CeBIT

alexG — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:43:46 +0000

Asus has launched at today’s CeBIT its first 9-inch ebook reader, the DR-900. The device features a 9-inch touch-sensitive display with a resolution of 1024 x 768p, Wi-fi connectivity and optional 3G connectivity.

The battery will last long enough to read 10,000 pages on a single charge. Also, the gadget has 4GB of internal memory, a 3.5mm audio jack and supports the following file formats : PDF, TXT, MP3 and ePUB.

There is no information yet about the release date or price.

V-Tech FLIP Is Kindle for Kids

Gadget Freak — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:14:48 +0000

E-books like Nook or Amazon Kindle are really popular these days, but if you don’t want your kids messing with yours, you’d better get him his own little e-reader.

The V-Tech FLIP is the world’s first animated e-reader designed specifically for children. This colorful device features touchscreen technology and it’s a great way for parents and kids to spend some quality time together.

The Flip has a really strong build and comes in blue, for the boys, and pink , for girls. It has a vibrant screen, QWERTY touch keyboard, and helps your kids learn new words, even if they can’t read yet. All they have to do is look at the fun animated stories and listen to the soothing voices.

When it comes out, in the Summer, the V-Tech FLIP will have plenty of fun, downloadable content, including stories with characters like Shrek, The Little Engine that Could, Dora the Explorer, and more. The Flip will retail for $59.99. More photos of the V-Tech FLIP, after the break.

via ChipChicklets