How do I install Adobe Digital Editions?

Adobe Digital Editions (ADE) is free software that enables a reader to view and manage their e-book purchases. Before downloading your e-book from Human Kinetics, you must install Adobe Digital Editions.

1. Go to www.adobe.com/products/digitaleditions/.
2. Scroll midway down the page and click Install. Click Install again. Click Yes to continue the download.
3. Select the options you would like to install and click Next.
4. Confirm the destination folder and then click Install. Adobe Digital Editions will begin installing on your computer.
5. Once the installation is complete, click Close to launch Adobe Digital Editions.
6. The first time you use Adobe Digital Editions, you will be guided through the Setup Assistant. Click Continue to start.
7. Select the Authorize Computer field, fill in your Adobe ID and password, and click Activate. If you do not yet have an Adobe ID, follow the steps below.
   1. Click the Get an Adobe ID online link from this window, which will launch a new window.
   2. Click Create an Adobe Account.
   3. Fill in the necessary fields and select Continue at the bottom of the page. Click Continue again. Note: Please use the same e-mail and password for this account and for your Human Kinetics account. This allows our technical support team to assist you in the event you forget this information for either account.
   4. Return to the Adobe Digital Editions Setup Assistant window and enter your new Adobe ID and password. Select the Authorize Computer field and click Activate.
   5. Click Finished. You have now installed Adobe Digital Editions!

How to purchase books from Amazon and read them on other devices

There is no doubt that Amazon is one of the biggest books providers in the world. Books bought from Amazon are usually with pretty good quality and favored price. So the majority of readers tend to look for books from it. This is the reason why Amazon is so popular among this industry.

But there is one point that almost the Amazon books are prepared for kindle series e-readers. As we all know that Amazon is also the main seller for kindles, so this is just the commercial means for Amazon provides such a great number of wonderful books for kindle that they can attract much more readers to buy kindle products to promote its sales volume and earn more profits in its own business.

Thus if you are kindle owner, then it seems it is quite easy for you to get free books or buy books in Amazon, just need your account you can achieve your desire. All the process may cost you less than several minutes.

The second situation is that you are not a kindle owner, for example you have only a sony, nook, kobo or iPad then how can we buy books from Amazon?

The first step is the same as what kindle owners do, just a registration of an account, then use your account to buy books in Amazon with your credit card.

But after you put these books on your devices, you will find that is a disaster. Because these books for kindle can’t be read on other devices. The Amazon books are protected by its digital right management (drm), and they are the unique format .azw that can only be read on kindles, so we need to remove this so-called drm protection and convert the ebooks format then we can enjoy Amazon books.

To let all things reach the desirable position with one pace (removing this drm restriction and converting format), you need to make use of a powerful software--Epubsoft Ebook Converter.

Epubsoft Ebook Converter is the newest and greatest tools among ebook fans. You can easily convert EPUB, PDF, AZW, MOBI ebooks to other formats through it! Then you can enjoy reading your ebooks on any device. It supports the current mainstream ebook e-reader formats, for example: EPUB, MOBI, AZW, PDF and so on. By using this software, you can sync the converted books to other e-readers, such as iPad, Kobo, Sony Reader, Android, etc.

1. Download and install Epubsoft Ebook Converter.

2. Click the "Add ebooks" button to add the ebook files which you would like to convert. You can also drag the files into the main window, then the files will be added automatically.

3. Click the Button on the left panel to choose the output format you want.

4. Click the "Convert Now" button to start converting.

5. Just wait a moment, and click the "Open" button to view the converted files.

You will find a more flexible and convenient reading world in front of you. Now you can enjoy books bought from Amazon on any application you like!

iPhone 5, Kindle Fire 2 release date rumors: US expects record holiday sales

 It seems no matter which holiday is currently being celebrated retailers are always preparing for the next one, and with the Christmas season right around the corner the new technology gadgets are always a big draw.
This season, they may be the biggest sellers on the market.
Apple may be the big winner this holiday season. With the planned release of the new iPhone 5 and new tablet computer that will be a smaller version of the iPad this September, it could be a profitable Christmas season for the tech giant.
But just because Apple is making a splash, that doesn't mean other companies will sit back and watch.
Amazon is expected to release the newest model of its Kindle Fire tablet on September 6, while Microsoft is planning to release their new Surface tablet this October.
Does online giant Amazon have something else up their sleeve? The Telegraph is reporting Amazon may also launch its first phone at their press conference on September 6.
"Industry insiders have been speculating that the company's first ever mobile phone could be unveiled in a bid to take on Apple's hugely popular iPhone. However, it has also been speculated that Amazon will unveil the second generation of its tablet, the Kindle Fire 2."
It looks like this holiday season may be the technology battle of 2012!

Kindle Fire 2 Release Date: New Amazon Kindle Tablet Coming Out This Month?

In the latest Kindle Fire 2 release date rumors, new speculation has arrived that the brand new edition of the Amazon tablet PC could be arriving sooner than expected. In fact, some believe the company may unveil its newest gadget in the remaining days of August.

Several previous Kindle Fire rumors have been hitting the internet, with one of the latest mentioning that Amazon might eventually offer its tablets for free, with Amazon Prime subscriptions. Now a bigger rumor has hit that the company has in fact initiated the process to bring out their new device, a bit earlier than anticipated. The speculation arrives as Amazon has performed some FCC filings under a front company name.

According to PopHerald, there was a new FCC filing from Harpers LLC uncovered earlier this week. The "Harpers" name is a front Amazon has used in the past to protect itself from potential product leaks or rumors developing. The company used a similar move last year, right before unveiling its new Kindle Touch and first-ever Kindle Fire tablet to the world. Could it be a sign that new items are coming soon?

The original Fire tablet came out in September of 2011, so that would make an August 2012 release, one month earlier than before. However, Amazon is looking to jumpstart its way into the increasingly competitive tablet market. The new Google Nexus 7 has been enjoying success with its Android Jelly Bean operating system, meaning Amazon wants to get its product into the mix as soon as it can.

Not to mention, there are new tablets on the way from Apple, Microsoft, and Barnes & Noble. Also, with Apple's expected announcements coming in mid September, and an iPhone and/or iPad mini coming around late September, it just makes sense for Amazon to do their best to avoid getting overshadowed by all of that. So don't be surprised if there are new products unveiled on Amazon's homepage very soon.

Do you think the Kindle Fire 2 release date will happen this month, or next?

What Kobo and Amazon Need to Do with Their Second Generation Tablets

e-Reading has changed dramatically in the last two years and many users are making the switch from traditional e-ink devices to tablets. Tablets offer a wide array of added functionality, such as videos, music, email, internet, and apps. Both Amazon and Barnes and Noble developed their own ecosystems to offer added content, while Kobo relied on Getjar for its apps and then updated to Google Play. With all of these devices almost a year old, what do they have to do to remain competitive in a ever shifting landscape of tablet computers?
The first thing all of these companies need to do is adopt higher hardware level performance. Quad-Core processors are becoming the norm in offerings from Asus, Google, and other major companies. Customers expectations have reached a point where they demand a higher performing processor. There are many benefits to elevating from the dual-core level of old. Added power allows for better rendering of 1080 P video and play the most cutting edge of games. As ebook technology increases and enhanced books editions are becoming the norm, you want to be able to get the full experience without the OS stuttering. Most books have a high decree of multimedia content, such as interactive maps, audio, video, and touchscreen controls. With prices coming down on processors, due to wider industry adoption, going this route would not dramatically elevate the cost to the customer. The Google Nexus 7, which enters the markets at a little over $200.00, proves this point.
Kobo is the odd man out, in terms of a rich and expansive ecosystem. Besides its own bookstore, it does not offer anything original in terms of content distribution. Amazon and Barnes and Noble both run their own app stores and actively court developers to submit exclusive content to them. Kobo formerly relied on Getjar to deliver content to the devices, and in most cases the apps and games are tailored towards phones and not tablets. A few months ago the company received Google Certification and now has full access to Google Play. This might work out just fine, but in order to be distinctive in the marketplace, Kobo really needs to take a hard look at developing its own app store and not rely on a 2nd party to deliver it to the customers. It would give the company more control over what apps and games best work on its devices and create a greater competitive edge in the market. You might not buy a Vox, but if you can use the Kobo App Store on any Android tablet, then the brand still gets advertised.
All of the major tablets that are geared towards reading run the Google Android operating system. When you purchase anything by Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or Kobo, you are relegated to tremendously outdated version of Android. Often you will see 2.3 being the standard and many top-end devices right now are running Jellybean, which is quite a few iterations further ahead. In order to deliver the best content, apps, and games, it is essential that these companies adopt Jellybean into their platform. There are some major additions to the platform such as Google Now. It functions like your own personal assistant, giving you a wide array of options to manage your daily life. There is also expanded facial recognition software to provide an extra layer of security. Tablets that are marketed as e-readers are mainly a family device, with everyone having access to certain things. How great would it be if a face unlocked your kids profile and only their books would be listed or their favorite learning games? While your face would unlock your own library and favorite zombie stomping time killer?
In essence, all of these tablets issued by Amazon, Kobo, and Barnes and Noble are woefully outdated by current standards. More than ever, customers are seeing high performing hardware at prices under $259.99. In order to remain competitive in the marketplace, all of these companies need to adopt higher performing hardware and software. These e-reading tablets might appeal to a strong segment of avid readers, but could see an increased user population of casual customers who just want a great deal. The one advantage all of these companies have is a strong retail presence. You can’t enter any store with a respectable tech section and not see a Kindle, Kobo, or Nook.
What do you think these companies need to do to warrant an upgrade from your older model or just buying one for the first time?

Ebooks now for everyone in Tulare

No matter what age, no matter what income, anyone in Tulare can have an electronic reading device and ebooks at no charge.
Well, for two weeks, anyway. All you need is a card for any library within the San Joaquin Valley Library System.
The Tulare Public Library launched its program Monday, and by Wednesday morning, it had 200 ebook users, Adult Services Librarian Mary-Catherine Oxford said.
“Ebooks are cool. They’re convenient. If you get stuck somewhere, you can have something in your purse or on your smartphone to read. If you’re traveling, you can take multiple books using a lot less space,” Oxford said.
The beauty of this system is it’s available around the clock, every day of the year if you access it online, which means you can borrow books from the comfort of your home if you don’t need to borrow an electronic reading device as well, Oxford said.
And while it’s a service some people have been asking about for a few years, it may also open some new doors, Oxford said.
“We can reach a whole new group of people. People that don’t have time to come in and sit down, or don’t think the library is for them, or can offer them anything, it will help us reach a new audience. Like our website and database, it’s one more service we can offer virtually when it’s convenient for them,” Oxford said.
She said the library will be looking for feedback, and seeing what people choose from the collection so it can be shaped accordingly.
“It’s important for a library to keep up with the needs of the community. It’s our responsibility to get people what they want and need and provide it in a format that works for them,” Oxford said.
If it all sounds too good to be true, there is one hitch. You can use any brand of electronic reading device except the Kindle.
The new downloadable lending program is being provided by the 3M Cloud Library eBook Lending Service, and Oxford said the library got a great rate because it is one of 11 beta sites across the country testing 3M’s ebook lending service for libraries. The library obtained the required book license fee, Discovery terminal and one-year subscription to the Cloud Library for $15,400, plus the cost of books, which can range from $10 to $90, Oxford said.
Currently they have a 600-ebook collection targeting all age ranges, but “we are hoping to grow this collection if we get a positive response,” Oxford said.
There are two ways to use the new service. One is application-based, where books are downloaded straight to the device, meant for use with smartphones, iPads and such devices. The other way involves downloading onto a computer.
You can borrow as many as three ebooks at once, but you’d have to be a speed reader to get through them before they disappear when the two-week limit expires, Oxford said.
“But no more late fees,” she said.
If the borrowed electronic reading device is lost or not returned, the borrower faces a $100 fine.

Sony's new PRS-T2 ebook reader focuses on sharing, speed

Sony's ebook readers haven't made much of a dent in the US, as the Reader has been overshadowed by the Kindles and Nooks of the world — though reps said the devices have been far more successful elsewhere. Still, the company marches on undaunted, and has just announced the PRS-T2, the latest model in its lineup. The Wi-Fi-enabled device is largely unchanged from last year's model, with a six-inch E Ink display inside by a white, red, or black body. It's remarkably thin and light, weighing less than six ounces, and its buttons have been redesigned slightly; rather than icons above clickable buttons, the icons themselves are just clickable now.
There are a number of software tweaks designed to make everything faster and smoother, from page turns to zooming, but easily the most exciting new feature is the PRS-T2's sharing capability. You can connect Evernote to your Reader, and share content back and forth: save an article with Evernote Clearly and it'll show up on your Reader, and if you annotate a passage it gets synced to Evernote. That's a feature we've wanted from the Kindle for a long time, and it should win over a few Evernote diehards all by itself. There's also a new Facebook sharing feature that lets you share what you're reading.
The Reader PRS-T2 is available now for $129. Steep prices continue to be Sony's biggest obstacle, and now that we're heading into the season of Kindle and Nook updates, the new model might be a tough sell. Unless you really love Evernote, anyway.

Amazon releases official 'Send to Kindle' Chrome browser extension

As read-it-later services like Instapaper and Pocket move into the mainstream, Amazon wants to make sure that the Kindle doesn't get left behind. It has released a new Chrome browser plug-in that will reformat and send web content directly to Kindle apps and devices. The company had already launched similar apps for both Mac and PC and, yes, there were plenty of 3rd-party options for delivering web content to Kindles, but the Chrome extension will likely be a more convenient and intuitive option for most users. Amazon will re-format web pages and remove "the distractions" from any given page, and you can also just send specific, highlighted text. As before, delivering via Wi-Fi is free but via Whispernet will incur a charge ranging from $.15 to $.99 per megabyte. Browser extensions for Firefox and Safari are not available yet, but apparently are on the way.

Barnes and Noble to cut eBook reader prices

(CNN) - Barnes and Noble has cut prices on its Nook Tablet ahead of a reported update to the devices.
On Sunday, the retailer announced a $50.00 drop in the price of its 16-gigabyte version. Other versions will be $20.00 cheaper.
C-NET had previously reported that Barnes and Noble would launch a new Nook tablet in late September.
That version is expected to have updated screen technology.
The Nook is part of an increasingly competitive field of mobile and digital devices that includes Amazon's Kindle Fire and the iPad.

New Kindle Fire Tablet Expected Soon

With Apple, it’s become fairly easy to identify when a new product refresh is under way as we can see the Cupertino company begin to clear their existing inventories. In addition to this, deep discounts are also offered to entice customers.
Amazon is taking a similar kind of approach and giving evidence to the fact that the Kindle Fire may be nearing a refresh ever so soon. Currently, Amazon has started to provide huge discounts on their 10-inch Kindle DX electronic reader and in addition to this, Amazon is also starting to clear out their inventories of Kindle accessories. It was the gadget blog Gizmodo that has brought this information to light and the site further adds that the Kindle Touch with ads is selling for $99 with shipping times having been increased to somewhere between 8 and 9 days.
There are no details as to just when Amazon will launch their new products but the fact that the company is trying to move inventory means that an updated Kindle Fire and an updated Kindle reader are on the way. Initially, Amazon was planning on providing further details on their upcoming launches in July but that announcement was delayed and it may be that we will hear further information on this next week.

How do I add DRM protected EPUBs to my eReader using SD cards?

Adding DRM protected EPUBs to an eReader using SD cards 

After you purchase an Adobe© DRM protected EPUB eBook in the Kobo Store, you can read it on any device with the Kobo app, or on any Kobo eReader. You can also put the eBook onto an SD card and use the SD card to read it on any Adobe-authorized device.
You can also use the Kobo app or any Kobo eReader except the Kobo Vox to read an Adobe protected EPUB from an SD card. Note, again, the device must be authorized by Adobe for the account used to open the EPUB.
To put an EPUB purchased in the Kobo Store on an SD card, you have to create a Kobo eBook version.
To create a Kobo eBook version of an Adobe DRM protected EPUB:

1. Open Adobe Digital Editions (ADE) book manager. (Note: you must have it installed on your computer or device. Go to http://www.adobe.com/products/digitaleditions/ to download ADE.)
2. Sign into Kobo online (www.kobobooks.com).
3. Locate the EPUB in your Library.
4. Click Adobe DRM EPUB. The eBook opens in ADE.
5. Close ADE.

To transfer the eBook to an SD card:

1. Locate the EPUB file in ../Documents/Digital Editions.
2. Put a copy of the EPUB file on your SD card.
3. Eject the SD card.

To load an eBook or EPUB from an SD card:

1. Open the Kobo app or start up the Kobo eReader where you want to read the eBook or EPUB.
2. Insert the SD card. The Kobo app, or Kobo eReader, will automatically read the SD card.
3. Click the eBook or EPUB you want to read.

Note: If the device you are using is not authorized with the account that contains the EPUB, you'll get an error message telling you that the book can't be opened.

How to: Convert ebooks to ePUB with Calibre

After last weekend's shopping frenzy, many of you may already be the proud owners of an iPad, the ubiquitous gadget du jour. One of iPad's main features is the possibility to use it as ebook reader, thanks to the iBook app and the iBookStore, Apple's own online ebook service. Unlike other ebook readers which work with multiple formats, iPad only opens ePUB ebooks. That means that if you already have a nice collection of ebooks in other formats, such as PDF, you'll need an ebook converter.
Converting ebooks from PDF and other formats to iPad-friendly ePUB is easier than you might think. All you need is a DRM-free ebook, Calibre (the excellent ebook manager we reviewed a while ago) and follow these simple steps:

1. Download and install Calibre on your computer. As the program doesn't seem to have support for iPad yet, simply select Default as your device in the ebook reader selection screen. Remember Calibre is available for Windows, Mac and Linux.

2. Select the ebook you want to convert, or add it to the program's library if you haven't done it yet. Then right click on the title and add any missing meta information – or fix wrong data if necessary.

3. Click the Convert E-books button on the top toolbar. You can choose between converting one single ebook or doing a bulk conversion. Check the input format (on the top left corner) and above all, the output format on the top right corner: you should choose "ePUB" in the drop-down menu.

4. Browse the other options in the left sidebar to make sure everything's configured to your liking. You can modify the margins, change the book cover and customize other details. When you're ready, hit the OK button and Calibre will convert the ebook in a few minutes.

5. The only thing left now is dragging and dropping your newly converted ePUB ebook into iTunes. Then, when you connect your iPad to the computer, drag the ebook from the library to the iPad, under the Devices title in the iTunes sidebar. Enjoy your reading!

Calibre is a freeware that can convert any formats

Calibre is a freeware that can convert any formats

Calibre is free and open source e-book computer software that organizes, saves and manages e-books, supporting a variety of formats. It also supports e-book syncing with a variety of popular e-book readers and will, within DRM restrictions, convert e-books between differing formats.

Then what formats does calibre support conversion to/from?

calibre supports the conversion of many input formats to many output formats. It can convert every input format in the following list, to every output format.

Input Formats: CBZ, CBR, CBC, CHM, EPUB, FB2, HTML, LIT, LRF, MOBI, ODT, PDF, PRC**, PDB, PML, RB, RTF, TCR, TXT

Output Formats: EPUB, FB2, OEB, LIT, LRF, MOBI, PDB, PML, RB, PDF, TCR, TXT

If you want to transfer the e-books to other devices or convert e-books to other type, please use the best e-book manager &converter--- Calibre. This article is written here to show you how to make right use of that superior tool.

# First of all, Download Calibre, you can choose the version to support your PC, support Windows, Mac os x or Linux.

When you have finished installed the great software, you will see a window pops up below.

# Second, click “add books” to add your book to library. The books will list out on the top of book list.

# Thirdly, Select e-book on center menu list, click "convert books" to start the converting process.

An e-book converting window will pop up, choose the output format you wnat and set the output books, it's easy and user-friendly.

The output book types is listed like ePUB, FBZ, HTMLZ, LIT, LRF,MOBI,PDB,PDF,TEXT etc.

All set, Click "OK" to start converting. The pop windows will close, and the converter is starting.

If you don’t pay much attention, you can't find any different on main windows and can't know when the converting process is completed!

So, turn your eyes to right bottom, you will see the "Jobs:1" status.

When converting process is finished, the status become "Jobs:0".

And you will see "Formats: EPUB, PDF", they are the different types of the books. Want to find the books file? Click "Click to open", you will find then.

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Related information

calibre supports all the currently commercially relevant file formats and reading devices. Most of these e-book formats can be edited, for example, by changing the font or the font size and by adding a auto-generated table of contents. As well as editing, printing is also supported.

E-books can then be exported to all supported reading devices via USB or via the integrated mail-server. Mailing e-books enables, for example, sending personal documents to the Amazon Kindle family of e-book readers.

Amazon Instant Video comes to iPad with offline viewing option

Amazon has released Instant Video, a new video streaming app for the iPad. The app mirrors much of the functionality found on the Kindle Fire, including access to stream 'thousands of titles' available to Amazon Prime subscribers. It appears as though you won't be able to discover a great deal of content from within the app — Amazon says only a 'selection of top Prime Instant Video titles' is included. Instead, users will need to visit the Amazon website to add items to their Watchlist.
For movies and shows purchased or rented through Amazon, you can choose to either stream or download the content for offline viewing. Again, to purchase video that's not already in your library, you'll be kicked out to amazon.com to go shopping. There's AirPlay compatibility, but it's audio-only — video stays on the iPad, and there's no compatibility with Apple TV. Other features include Amazon staples such as auto-updating season subscriptions and Whispersync, which saves your position in a movie ready for you to pick up viewing on another device. Amazon Instant Video is available as a free download from the App Store.

Update: After initial testing, we've found that the app's streaming video option is accessible only over Wi-Fi, even when used on the 4G LTE-enabled iPad.

How to remove drm from azw/prc/mobi/tpz on Kindle ?

The Amazon Kindle is a series of e-book readers now in its fourth generation. Amazon Kindle eReaders enable users to shop for, download, browse, and read e-books, newspapers, magazines, blogs, and other digital media via wireless networking. it is especially favored for its e-reading function. But sometimes when we want to share some great ebooks on some other devices (for example: iPad, Nook) or with friends and family, we will find it really troublesome because of the restriction of Kindle DRM. This article will introduce you to how to solve this problem as below.

Epubsoft Kindle DRM Removal helps you quickly and easily remove azw drm protection from kindle (azw,prc,mobi), then you can convert kindle books to any file format or transfer Kindle ebook to iPad, iPhone, iTouch, Sony, Android, Nook, Kobo etc.

1. First, download and install Kindle For PC (download here)
After you installed Kindle For PC , you can try to open ebook in your computer ,If these e-books can be read normally, then they will be able to be converted.




2. Download and install Epubsoft Kindle DRM Removal.
(download for Windows) (download for Mac)



3. Run Kindle DRM Removal, click "Add" button to select ebook file.
Default ebooks download location:
Windows: "My Documents\My Kindle Content"
4. Click "Start" button, it will create a new ebook file without DRM in seconds.



5. Finally, click "Open" button to view the converted file.

Adobe Digital Editions used as an eReader

Adobe Digital Editions

Adobe DE (Digital Editions) is a Flash based eBook reader for the desktop computer and Sony Reader. Along with reading ePub formatted books, DE can also read PDF files and both of these with or without DRM protection.
Adobe has been a great supporter of ePub; in fact they are also a member of the IDPF, helping to develop the book format itself. When they released their Digital Editions, it was the first eBook reader that could read ePub books.
1. To add your eBooks to the DE library you can use either the add dialog, or just drag-n-drop onto the program. All your books are stored in the Library View and double clicking on a title opens it in the Reading View.
The books I've tried have all displayed without any problems and with several different font sizes available you can select a text size that is comfortable for your eyes.

• Although the built in font style makes for a pleasant read, there is currently no option for changing to an alternate style. I think however, this will not be an issue for most people.

A couple of useful features of DE include the ability for full-text search and more interestingly, multiple bookmarks; a great feature that will be very useful for anyone who enjoys making extensive notes on what they read.

Adobe Digital Editions used as an eReader

On the Nook, ePubs are stored in a different folder than the books you purchase from Barnes and Noble. The ePubs books are stored under "My Library" in "My Documents," and the Barnes and Noble books are stored under "My Library" in the "My B&N Library".
This article only concerns ePub books, not Barnes & Noble books you get from the Barnes and Noble web site. The B&N books are downloaded to your Nook over your wireless connection. If you try to load them with Adobe Digital Editions, you'll get a "you don't have permission" error message, because of the B&N DRM.