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Audible unites ebooks & audiobooks with Read & Listen

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Audible's new Read & Listen mode syncs audiobooks with highlighted eBooks, debuting in the US before rolling out to the UK and Australia.
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Hands-on Review: Kobo Libra Colour

Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Kobo's Libra Colour eReader, priced at NZD $399, brings vibrant colours to life for children's books, magazines, and graphic novels.
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Cybersecurity: The big lessons from APRA's stocktake

Mon, 9th Oct 2023
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Almost a quarter of regulated entities in Australia have taken part in the first tranche of APRA's tripartite cyber assessment.
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Hands-on Review: Kobo Clara 2E eReader

Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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I've never used an eReader before. I'm old school and prefer paper books, hardbacks if possible. But I was keen to see if the Kobo Clara 2E would sway me.
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Hands-on Review: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition

Wed, 11th May 2022
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In almost every respect it works like a book, apart from the fact that it weighs next to nothing, fits in my hand perfectly, and is soothing on my eyes.
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How businesses can avoid being overwhelmed by digital disruption

Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
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Businesses must adapt to the digital age, integrating diverse technologies to meet the demands of an increasingly remote and connected workforce.
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5 steps to a successful IT transformation

Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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CIOs and CTOs bear a lot of the pressure when it comes to digital transformation. Rackspace's survival guide will ensure you stay one step ahead.
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Apple reveals their picks for the most popular apps, music and movies of 2017

Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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digital entertainment
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Apple has announced the most popular apps, music, movies, TV shows, books, and podcasts of 2017, highlighting emerging trends and indie creators.
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The definitive guide to identifying, qualifying, and responding to cyber threats

Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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In order to minimise risk, organisations need to have a cybersecurity strategy that combines comprehensive visibility and advanced analytics.
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MailGuard takes different approach to security awareness by launching 'how to' guide

Tue, 28th Mar 2017
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MailGuard has taken a different approach to cybercrime awareness with the launch of a new book to help leaders understand the problem.
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PlayKids educational app named Best Streaming Video Platform

Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
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PlayKids wins Best Streaming Video Platform for preschoolers at Kidscreen 2016 Awards, beating other popular apps like Hopster.
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Classroom boost as Apple's educational iPad lets loose...

Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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Apple is expanding its iBooks Textbooks and iTunes U Course Manager into new markets across Asia, Latin America, Europe and other areas.
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New app may help young readers

Thu, 7th Nov 2013
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New Booktrack app, blending sound with e-books, to enhance reading for Auckland students, revolutionizing engagement and comprehension.
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Apple, Tim Cook and e-books are sh*t outta luck

Mon, 11th Mar 2013
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Apple's Tim Cook may testify over e-book price-fixing claims, leaving the tech giant battling US Justice Department allegations alone.
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Apple's iBooks Author EULA fix

Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Apple revises iBooks Author EULA after backlash, ensuring creators retain rights to content not in .ibooks format.
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90,000 authors download Apple's publishing tool - Updated

Wed, 25th Jan 2012
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Over 90,000 downloads for Apple's new iBooks Author in just 3 days, sparking debate over its strict publishing terms.
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Apple's three education innovations

Fri, 20th Jan 2012
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Apple reveals a trio of education upgrades: iBooks 2 for interactive textbooks, iBooks Author for personalised content creation, and a revamped iTunes U.
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Fahrenheit 451 author's e-book submission

Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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91-year-old Ray Bradbury, long an adversary of technology, has finally consented to release his iconic novel Fahrenheit 451 as an e-book for USD $9.99.
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Kobo pre-loaded for BlackBerry PlayBook

Fri, 1st Oct 2010
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Kobo arrives pre-loaded on BlackBerry PlayBook, offering over 2.2 million books and a seamless reading experience tailored for the tablet.
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Free ePub books will sync with iPad

Thu, 25th Mar 2010
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Apple confirms free ePub books will sync on iPads, easing concerns over content restrictions, says CEO Jobs. A win for fans of classics.