![]() iPad apps are also the best way to stay up to date on the news, and most of the major media outlets have compatible offline modes (the New York Times requires a subscription for offline reading. Both apps save an unlimited amount of articles, as well as offer paid plans for more in-depth search tools, more highlight options and removes ads. Most people go for either Instapaper or Pocket, the former for its tie with Kindle e-readers and the latter for its Kobo compatibility. For every bookmarked article, essay and think piece saved for rainy days, there’s an app that saves and stores them for later. Where iPads really pull through as e-readers are the apps not related to books but still great for reading. Nook has its own audiobook app, while Kobo and Kindle (via Audible, which also has its own app) supports audiobooks in-app. Audio books are also a popular option, and iPads support this format better than normal e-readers. None of them are able to make e-book purchases and all require an account to download and sync books across devices. All include popular features like built-in dictionaries, highlights for words or passages, note creation, bookmarks and more. Other than that, brand loyalty is the only deciding factor in choosing whether to use the Kindle, Nook or Kobo apps. Looking for where to read said good book? Of course, if your e-reader is an iPad the given place to start would be Apple’s own Books app–– it came pre-installed anyway. Libby connects with local libraries to manage multiple library cards, e-book loans and browse the catalog. ![]() ![]() Another great resource is Libby, the app from OverDrive. Its app includes all of the same features as the website, plus it can search books you find by taking a photo of its barcode on the back of the book. Multiple Uses: Fits for Amazon Kindle, Kobo Touch and Wi Fi, Sony eBook Readers, iPad mini 1/2/3/4, and other tablet within the size 200mm X 150mmX 20mm. Wondering where to find a good book? Start with Goodreads, the online community for book lovers and readers everywhere it’s also owned by Amazon and comes in handy for Kindle users. But if needed, the Wifi and Bluetooth can be turned back on. The easiest way is probably turning on Airplane Mode which kills all wireless connectivity and leaves just the content pre-downloaded on the device. On a tablet, especially the iPad, it takes a conscious effort and a lot of tweaking the settings. Because most apps also work in tandem with apps from e-book companies, it’s totally possible to turn an iPad into a killer e-reader in its own right.įirst things first: turn off notifications, mute the sound and turn on “Do Not Disturb” mode. To really get into reading, it starts with turning off the outside world. What iPads lack in pocket size and e-ink screens they gain in the sheer number of apps available. Though not the optimal e-reader option, iPads are still one of the most handy devices for on-the-go users. ![]() According to CNET, "new iPad model numbers have popped up in the EEC (Eurasian Economic Commission) database, including one that may be for an iPad Mini 5." Apple likes to announce new tablets and computers in the spring, so it should only be a few months to see what it actually has planned. ![]()
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