Study finds Ebook readers have increased their reading habits

"In a recent study to understand how portable, multi-function devices or MFDs (e.g., iPhone, iPad, Blackberry, Android devices, etc) are changing consumer book reading habits, consumers who utilized these devices expressed a tremendous affinity for them, struggling to come up with any significant shortcomings to reading ebooks on them. These consumers also revealed their specific preference for MFDs, usage occasions and their ebook purchasing habits."


The study found that the top three reasons MFD users prefer reading on their device as opposed to a hard copy book are the convenience it offers (80%), the ease of purchasing ebooks (61%) and the backlit screen (41%). Moreover, the three most common occasions for reading on MFDs are: while traveling (72%), while waiting for an appointment (72%) and while relaxing (70%).

Increased Reading
Respondents indicated they are “time-filling reading” primarily on a MFD. Because respondents nearly always have these devices with them, they use them to read ebooks during otherwise “dead” pockets of time, such as when waiting at the doctor’s office or while their kids play on the playground.

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PhotographyStreet.com: An Online Community and Blog about Black and White Photography and Digital Photography

"PhotographyStreet.com, an online community and blog about black and white photography and digital photography, has released several new blog posts, including “Printing Black and White Digitally,” “Candid Photos of Kids,” and “Benefits of Using a Flash.”
The post “Printing Black and White Digitally” from PhotographyStreet.com illustrates the author’s love for black and white photography. The post explains how the author prefers the durability of black and white prints. “Printing Black and White Digitally” points out that color photographs can be converted to black and white photos in Adobe Photoshop. The author notes her struggle in learning how to use these digital tools"

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How to Work With The Law of Attraction

"Each of us started 2011 with a list of resolutions and the best of intentions. Most commonly, our resolutions resolved around things like losing weight, finding someone to love or improving our current love relationship, advancing professionally, paying off bills and increasing savings, purchasing a home. However, even at this early point, many of us will sheepishly admit to forgetting precisely what it was we set out to do, having basically settled back into the comfort of our familiar habits.
What’s the answer? Are we condemned to this endless yearly ritual of good intentions, broken resolutions and regret? Not in the least, says Dr. Srinivasan Pillay, and he can tell your audience why he says that with such confidence."

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Augmented Reality Comes to the Classroom: a Game-Changer for Children Learning to Read

"Educators traveling to the Florida Educational Technology Conference 2011 in Orlando the first week of February will be exposed to some mind-boggling new technology— education’s first curriculum featuring 'augmented reality” (AR). Pioneered by Logical Choice Technologies, Letters alive (TM) brings a kingdom of 26 “seemingly-alive” digital 3D animals into classrooms with the ultimate goal of teaching children to read at the kindergarten level.
The ground-breaking technology generated a strong reaction when it was first previewed last fall on NBC’s prime-time series, School Pride. It was clear that “Letters alive” creatures are not ordinary teaching animations or videos. Through the apparent magic of this futuristic AR technology, these animals are quite intelligent and clever. They not only move and make sounds, but the animals can answer questions formed by students, make comments and respond to student actions.
“The true 2-way interaction between the animals and students is mesmerizing to children,” said Cynthia Kaye, founder and CEO of Logical Choice Technologies. “Add in the sounds and life-like motions of the animals and it’s just a whole lot of fun for the kids. Our phonics-based curriculum is effective because it reaches children on so many sensory and emotional levels.'"

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GuardRFID Begins Shipments of New One-year Umbilical Tag for TotGuard

"Vancouver-based Guard RFID Solutions Inc. announced that it has begun shipments of its one-year reusable Umbilical Tag for use with its market-leading TotGuard Infant Security system. Many hospitals already use the TotGuard disposable and three-month umbilical tags, and adding the one-year version solidifies GuardRFID’s market position as the having the best offering of umbilical tags in the industry.
The new TotGuard one-year umbilical tag weighs under six and half grams and the single-use disposable and three-month versions weigh under five grams. The light weight and ergonomic design make the TotGuard umbilical tags the most comfortable on the market today adding negligible weight to the umbilical clamp."

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Vocus Releases Annual Study: State of the Media in 2011

Vocus Releases Annual Study: State of the Media in 2011:

" Approximately 151 newspapers folded in 2010; about half the number in 2009
724 online newspapers that launched this past year; all but 36 were Patch.com sites
Magazine launches lean toward local and regional focus; the “hyperlocal” concept grows in popularity
More than 60 television stations added the 4:30 a.m. newscast.
Terrestrial radio use is down 15% over the last five years
Nearly 2,000 radio stations now broadcast in HD,
There are more than 1,000 new local FM HD2/HD3 radio stations"

Unbreakable Bonds – Classic Shaving.com Unveils Valentine Hearts of Steel

"Romantics can create an unbreakable bond this Valentine’s Day with distinctive Hearts of Steel gifts crafted of steel and earth elements. ClassicShaving.com markets the finest quality, traditional wet shaving and grooming products available anywhere in the world. Why straight razors and safety razors for Valentine’s Day? Discerning men and women the world over are searching for alternatives to mass produced, drugstore quality shaving products. They are searching for that heart of steel, that gift of lasting value.
“Anybody can grab some flowers and candy at the market; we appeal to the true romantic, those who shave like they mean it,” commented William Lubrano, Owner/Director, Classic Brand, Inc. “We have a treasure trove of products for men and women, from modest to extravagant, and an experienced staff of experts who love to help. For a truly personal gift, we can engrave initials, names, dates or a brief sentiment on many items, including shaving mugs and gift sets.”"

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