Some one thought it would be a good idea to try to install every version of Windows from 1.0 to Win7. It was interesting to see that what settings and programs survived the updates. This was a little nuts, but the result is fascinating. For example, a couple programs installed in Dos 5.0 still worked [...]
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Kindle for Windows 7 Phone now available
January 5th, 2011 · No Comments · software news
Well this happened rather quietly. Amazon just expanded Kindle app support by adding Windows Phone 7. The Kindle app is optimized for the Windows Phone, giving users the ability to read Kindle books on a beautiful, easy-to-use interface. You’ll have access to over 750,000* books in the Kindle Store, including best sellers and new releases. [...]
Happy Birthday, Windows CE
November 17th, 2010 · 2 Comments · hardware news
Today marks the 14th anniversary of Windows CE 1.0 RTM (released to manufacturer), and I thouht it deserved a comment. That first version, aka Windows Pegasus, was developed for Mips and SH3 CPUs (neither of which are around much anymore). I can’t beleive 14 years have passed, and it’s still under development (don’t worry, they’ll [...]
Amazon to launch Kindle app for Windows Phone 7
October 28th, 2010 · 1 Comment · press release
I think this means Amazon think WinPhone7 has a better shot than WebOS. If I’m wrong, then where’s the WebOS app? From the press release: Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today announced that Kindle for Windows Phone 7 will be the first major eBook application available for Windows Phone 7. Kindle for Windows Phone 7 will [...]
Adobe Reader now available for Windows Phone 7
October 25th, 2010 · No Comments · software news
Adobe just announced this on their blog: We’re pleased to announce the availability of Adobe Reader 9.0.0 on the Windows Phone 7 platform. If you have a Windows Phone 7 handset, you should be able to install Adobe Reader from the Zune Marketplace right away. Some of the key features in this release are: High-quality [...]
Wattpad now available for Windows Phone 7
October 12th, 2010 · No Comments · press release
You can find it in the Windows Marketplace. <- new link Or at least it’s supposed to be available. I don’t think the Windows Marketplace is open anymore. It appears to have closed: Windows Marketplace has transitioned from an ecommerce site to a reference site. You will find links to sites such as Microsoft Store, [...]
Blio for Windows coming 28 September
September 15th, 2010 · No Comments · press release, software news
At long last, the Blio Reader will be available for download on 28 September. From the press release: K-NFB Reading Technology, creator and developer of Blio, today announced that the world’s most advanced, flexible and engaging e-reader application, will be available for download beginning September 28 at www.blioreader.com.
Copia on Windows 7
June 8th, 2010 · No Comments · video
Copia posted this video last night on Youtube. I think it’s worth watching; I’m intrigued by their concept of social media meets reading. I can’t do anything about the dimensions of the video, sorry.
B&N eReader now out for Windows Mobile (sorta)
March 25th, 2010 · No Comments · software news
Epub! Adobe! Oh my! There is no official release yet, but a hacked version of B&N eReader (v1.0 for Windows Mobile) is now available. It was pulled from a working device by David K of Mobility Digest. He created a cab file, so it should be possible to install on any Windows Mobile device. I [...]
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