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Google eBookstore Opens, iPhone/iPad App Released
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Google eBookstore Opens, iPhone/iPad App Released

December 6, 2010 | Andy Boxall

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It has been quite a day for Google, with the unveiling of their latest Android firmware, a second Nexus phone and now, Google eBooks!  An eBook store run by the search giant has been on the cards for a while, and its…

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Further iOS Subscription Support Hints from The Guardian
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Further iOS Subscription Support Hints from The Guardian

December 5, 2010 | Andy Boxall

The Guardian newspaper has outlined its plans for the next generation iPhone app, announcing their current £2.99 official application will be phased out in favor of a subscription-based app, sometime befor…

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Sony Reader iPhone App Coming in December
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Sony Reader iPhone App Coming in December

November 23, 2010 | Andy Boxall

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Another eBook reader for the iPhone is headed our way before the end of the year, but this time it’s from a company who could potentially challenge the mighty Amazon.  Sony have announced they will be laun…

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Kobo Update Brings Newspaper and Magazine Subscription
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Kobo Update Brings Newspaper and Magazine Subscription

October 28, 2010 | Andy Boxall

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Version 3.7 of Kobo’s eReader application has been released in the App Store, bringing with it a selection of newspapers and magazines, which currently have a two-week free trial attached, but will go o…

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Nook for iPhone Released
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Nook for iPhone Released

August 18, 2010 | Andy Boxall

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As part of its rebranding program, Barnes & Noble have replaced their B&N eReader app for the iPhone with Nook for iPhone, a variation on the same application that’s available for the iPad.  The…

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Twentieth Century Small Arms iPhone App Review – Guns Galore
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Twentieth Century Small Arms iPhone App Review – Guns Galore

August 17, 2010 | Andy Boxall

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Guns, guns, guns!  Whether the Tigers are playing tonight or not, that’s what this app is all about: guns.  Published by Jourist, the app is listed as being written by Chris McNab, an author with some 20 bo…

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HoloToy Receives Update, Utilizes iPhone 4 Camera for Face Tracking
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HoloToy Receives Update, Utilizes iPhone 4 Camera for Face Tracking

August 2, 2010 | Andy Boxall

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You may recall that we reviewed HoloToy back in March, when we awarded it with a 4/5 score and were very impressed with its ability to display a 3D scene on our iPhone without the need for us to wear 3D glasses.  The a…

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Watchlist Part 1: The Chopin Manuscript and Part II: The Copper Bracelet iPad App Review – Innovative Reading
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Watchlist Part 1: The Chopin Manuscript and Part II: The Copper Bracelet iPad App Review – Innovative Reading

July 26, 2010 | Andy Boxall

There can’t be many users who haven’t given their iPad a whirl as an eBook reader, even if it’s only to enjoy Winnie-the-Pooh for free via iBooks; and we would imagine that the majority have f…

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Hulu confirms Hulu Plus app coming to iPhone and iPad
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Hulu confirms Hulu Plus app coming to iPhone and iPad

June 29, 2010 | Andrew

Remember that rumor about Hulu coming to iPhone? Well, Hulu has confirmed that it’s no rumor – it’s official. In a post on the official Hulu blog, CEO Jason Kilar announced that the company will soo…

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Photo Shootout App Review – Snap Happy?
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Photo Shootout App Review – Snap Happy?

June 7, 2010 | Andy Boxall

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In a world where your phone has a camera, your iPod has a video camera and point-and-shoot digital cameras cost very little but take excellent pictures, deciding to leave all that behind and enter the realm of th…

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