Sony Announces First Dedicated Ereader With Wireless Library Ebook Download Capability

Sony Announces First Dedicated Ereader With Wireless Library Ebook Download Capability

Hello again RPL Tech Blog Readers! Found this article interesting this morning. Overdrive (who powers our Media on Demand eBook service) has partnered with Sony to provide a dedicated eReader that has wi-fi access to Overdrive services. From what the article says, it sounds like it will be similar to if you use the OverDrive App on Smart Devices.

The article says the device will be available in October.

For those interested in this, here's what the columns on our eReader Comparison Chart would hold:

Device: Sony Reader Wi-Fi
Wireless: Wi-Fi
Touch Screen: Yes
Memory: 1.3 GB* (Expandable with MicroSD up to 32GB)
Notes/Highlights: Unknown (as of yet)
Formats: ePub, Txt, PDF** (There might be more, I haven't found all the specs yet)
Audio/TTS: Unknown (as of yet)
Battery Life: 3 weeks (with wi-fi); 1 month (w/o wi-fi)* (Based on reading 1/2 hour a day)
Dictionary: Yes
Pros: Can directly connect to Media on Demand/OverDrive; one of the lightest e-Readers available
Cons: ** Since the device is not available yet, I do not know the cons.
Est. Price: rumored to be in the $149 price range

September Programs

Hello all!

Welcome to the Richton Park Library Tech Blog! I'd like to take this opportunity to plug these cools programs we'll be providing in September!

Beginner Computer Classes

Word 2007                             Wednesday, September 7^th                           1-2:30pm       

Students practice typing and learn how to make basic changes to documents using Microsoft Word 2007.

Excel Basics                           Monday, September 19^th                               2-3:30pm

Students learn how to set up a basic spreadsheet and functions.

Internet                                  Wednesday, September 21^st                           1-2:30pm

Students practice the basics of internet searching and learn about online safety.

Computer Refresher Classes

Computer Refreshers are designed to help those who are familiar with Microsoft Office 2007 become more proficient with their use.

Internet Searching                Thursday, September 15^th                             7-8:30pm

Technology Classes

eStory Time                           2nd Monday of Month                                       2-2:30pm

Join us as we bring Technology to Story Time with e-books and Smart Boards!

Open to Children Ages 3 to 6 and Caregiver.

E-Readers Made Easy           Friday, September 30^th                                 7-8:30pm

Join us as we take a look at eReaders, choosing the best eReader for you, checking out eBooks from the library, and more! Participants will also have the chance to interact with popular e-Book devices and get practical  demonstrations.  

Step Into Technology: Digital Photography

Join in this exciting new program as each month we explore a new technology. In each class, students will learn more about the month’s topic with hands-on instruction. This class is available in two formats. You can take it all at once in our “Weekend Edition”, or spread it out over the course of three Monday nights in our “After 5 Edition”.

Weekend Edition         Saturday, September 3^rd                                       1-4:00pm

After 5 Edition              Monday, September 12^th, 19^th, & 26^th                 6-6:45pm

How to Register

You can register for all programs at the Richton Park Public Library. Call for more information: (708) 481-5333