Kobo Aura H2O Outside Reading Test (GoodeReader)
The Kobo Aura H20 is coming out this October, but Good e-Reader has an early release edition and have been extensively reviewing it. Today, we look at how this e-reader performs in direct sunlight.
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Data Plans are the Biggest Obstacle to Mobile Video’s Future (GigaOM)
The high cost of mobile data is one of the main reasons why people don’t stream more video on the go. High price tags on content are also a turn-off.
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Canadian Prisons are Cutting Access to Reading (GalleyCat)
Prisons across Canada are cutting back on inmate access to libraries. This unfortunate occurrence is the result of overcrowded prisons (which makes it difficult to move prisoners around) and budget cuts, which limit reading materials.
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Kobo Launches Mystery Contest with Gone Girl to Promote H2O Reader (Digital Book World)
Kicking off today, readers have the opportunity to channel their inner sleuth to solve puzzles by gathering clues found in three original short stories authored by acclaimed mystery writer Melissa Yi, available free of charge at the Kobo bookstore.
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Kindle Daily Deal: 20 Mysteries & Thrillers (and others)
