Google unveiled its eBook Store today and launched an Android app as part of the process. I'd love to try it, but can't find the APK file to load it on my CN. Can any of you provide a link. Thanks.
Its on the market, and its free. A simple ADB pull and push will do the trick..
aenima4six2 said:
Its on the market, and its free. A simple ADB pull and push will do the trick..
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Thanks. My only Android device is my rooted NC, so the Android Market won't work for me. Or am I missing something?
The only problem with the books app is it asks for your account when you open the app. I was able to get around it by installing it to my droid first and then restoring the apk and data with titanium. Still not synced to my account but i can search fine so far. Haven't tried downloading any books from it just yet.
EDIT: I couldn't manage to download or read any books on my nc.
Here ya go!
I installed but it doesn't work. Need to have a google account attach to it. I haven't figure out how to do that yet.
Figures. The NC hasn't been getting along with anything associated with google. That's been the case for me at least.
There is an app called WordPlayer that can access all the free books from Google Books.
Also, I tried a free book on it (I'm outside the USA) and it worked alright in the non-rooted web browser as well. Icons a bit small, not very responsive, but it works.
You can still get books from Google and sideload them onto the Nook. We all happen to have a pretty nice reader built into our devices.
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You can still get books from Google and sideload them onto the Nook. We all happen to have a pretty nice reader built into our devices.
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How? Adobe's Digital Edition?
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How? Adobe's Digital Edition?
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I want to say we can DL the books as Epub and then open in the nook app? Based on the app/NC not being tied to the Goog cloud yet, i'll stick to my sideloaded books from the Gutenberg Project site.
Adobe Digital Edition will handle the epub books, yes.
http://books.google.com/help/ebooks/ereader.html
I used this last night: just went to google.com/books with the NC browser.. then when you find one you like theres a link to read on you device.
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How? Adobe's Digital Edition?
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Here are the step by step directions from Google. http://goo.gl/226G6
I got Google Ebooks to work following the instructions at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9676708&postcount=89
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I got Google Ebooks to work following the instructions at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9676708&postcount=89
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Any particular reason for using EPE54B when the nook claims to be ERD79?
Yes, EPE54B is newer, but the ERD79 might be more compatible. Or alternately EPE76 which would be the newest (pre-froyo) release?
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considering nc, waiting on ces to see what is released in 7" formats...
looking for a ebook reader first, tablet second. have a mot droid, so was figuring android reader might be better than kindle.
Was wondering if anyone is using the nc with the kindle app, and if so, how it compared to using the kindle itself?
Also, is there a sticky thread of how to simply root the nc? In my brief search I found a thread 136 pages long, I was hoping there would be a simple 5 or 10 step process thread? thanks.
Don't see why you'd want to use the kindle app but I dont see why it wouldn't work...
http://nookdevs.com/NookColor_Rooting
There's also a sticky in the apps development section for nook color on this forum that has everything you need to know about rooting.
I'm using the Kindle app on my rooted NC. I'm doing so to avoid the possible reboot/reset issues when accessing the BN store from a rooted device.
However, I have never used a Kindle, so I can't compare the app to that device. The app is very fluid and readable, and I have no problems using it. I'm taking a long trip in a few weeks and will really get a chance to test it then.
The auto-nooter thread is long, but the process is nicely summarized in the first post. The one "gotcha" that tripped me up was in step 12 where you log in to YouTube. You *must* add "@gmail.com" at the end of your login id. Don't just use your base GMail or YouTube id (as I did), or you may have to repeat the whole process. The device will be rooted but Market won't work if you miss this key point (which is not in the first post, but it does show up farther down the thread).
So, don't be put off by the long thread. The thread got bloated somewhat with many of the same questions being asked & answered over & over.
I am using the Kindle app - don't know how it compares to a Kindle, 'cause I've never had one I used the Kindle app on my HD2 and Blackberry.
It seems comparable to the Nook app - read a book, turn pages, bookmark, press on a word to highlight or to look up, change font sizes, etc. etc.
As for rooting the Nook, just read the first post here. Follow directions. It's really a simple, step-by-step process.
The only snafu I had was trying to use winimage. Wouldn't work for me. Another kind soul pointed me to to the freeware version: https://launchpad.net/win32-image-writer/+download. This is the one that finally worked.
Otherwise, there were no hiccups trying to root.
Read the instructions. Read them again. Follow each step explicity. Worked for me and plenty of others here.
I use it exclusively and love it. I also have a kindle II that I have used for the past year.
There is no comparison, the NC running Kindle is much better IMO. I am holding my final opinion until I see how the battery life works out with daily use. So far so good.
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Works fine for free books added directly with .mobi files but I can't get it to open purchased books sent from my Amazon account and that I was reading on my iPad. They show up ok in the list but it says it can't open them and they need to be removed and redownloaded...that doesn't help. Not sure what's up with that?
I have the Kindle app installed and it does work but I can not access the Amazon store through it. No matter what I try, it always gives me an error page when attempting to access Amazon's purchase/download portal. Side-loaded books work fine though.
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I use it exclusively and love it. I also have a kindle II that I have used for the past year.
There is no comparison, the NC running Kindle is much better IMO. I am holding my final opinion until I see how the battery life works out with daily use. So far so good.
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Don't forget to disable the phone.apk and telephony.apk
Supposed to make a considerable difference on the battery life.
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themirthfulswami said:
I have the Kindle app installed and it does work but I can not access the Amazon store through it. No matter what I try, it always gives me an error page when attempting to access Amazon's purchase/download portal. Side-loaded books work fine though.
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Looks as the same problem I am having then, did you try sending the book from the Amazon Kindle website too? Wonder if you can take the book form an iPad and sideload it? DRM might be a problem.
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Looks as the same problem I am having then, did you try sending the book from the Amazon Kindle website too? Wonder if you can take the book form an iPad and sideload it? DRM might be a problem.
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OK. this sounds like a big problem. This is what I want to use the NC for. I should be able to purchase kindle books, and I should be able to read them on my pc, my droid, and my NC, especially my NC. Are you saying that this won't work, that you can't purchase books and read them on the NC?
Using the Kindle App and it works fine
First to the question why use the Kindle app on the Nook Color (other than the undeniable pleasure of being able to say I use both on the same device)--well, lots of ebooks are available from Amazon that aren't available anywhere else. It's true that I was unable to purchase a book directly from Amazon on my nook, but I did so on my Android phone and then synced the nook to my Amazon account, and it downloaded flawlessly. (Now if I could only get the Kindle book onto my nook's homescreen. That would be a real ---- you to B&N!)
OK. this sounds like a big problem. This is what I want to use the NC for. I should be able to purchase kindle books, and I should be able to read them on my pc, my droid, and my NC, especially my NC. Are you saying that this won't work, that you can't purchase books and read them on the NC?
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Contrary to drwohl's experience, I was unable to get the Kindle app on my NC to sync with my Amazon account. I always get an error when I fire it up that it was unable to sync. My login info is correct, so I'm not sure what the issue is. Side-note, the Kindle store and sync both work on my Epic 4g *shrug*
I've only been able to use the Kindle app to read side-loaded content so far.
I've rooted the NC and love it, and use the Kindle app exclusively. You can't buy the books directly using the Kindle Store, but you just need to use the browser and buy the book there and it'll download it! You need to go to the Kindle app and go to Archived Items and Sync and they'll be there. You can then long press on the book and move it to Downloaded Books. Works great!!! Lovin' it.
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OK. this sounds like a big problem. This is what I want to use the NC for. I should be able to purchase kindle books, and I should be able to read them on my pc, my droid, and my NC, especially my NC. Are you saying that this won't work, that you can't purchase books and read them on the NC?
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Yes haven't been able to send a book successfully to my NC from the Amazon Kindle website so far, get an "can't read book error, remove and download", tried that, it didn't help. Not sure why, possibly a DRM issue.
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I've rooted the NC and love it, and use the Kindle app exclusively. You can't buy the books directly using the Kindle Store, but you just need to use the browser and buy the book there and it'll download it! You need to go to the Kindle app and go to Archived Items and Sync and they'll be there. You can then long press on the book and move it to Downloaded Books. Works great!!! Lovin' it.
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Ok. just to make sure i understand this before i drop $250, if I buy my book via the amazon website rather than the kindle app, it will work? Get the book say when I am on my computer. Then on NC, go into kindle app, look in archived items, and do a sync, then I can read on NC?
To test this, I just downloaded a sample from Amazon's site, using Opera Mobile on my NOOKcolor, and it was sent to the Kindle app on my nook with no problems. Though it was only a sample, I can't see it being any different with a purchased book.
I had previously synced books I had previously purchased onto the nook without any problems.
Has anyone tested this with Dolphin HD, xscope, or other browsers?
So it looks like we can still purchase/sync books all on the device - just use the browser.
Got it to work for sample books but not for purchased books, see error message above.
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Got it to work for sample books but not for purchased books, see error message above.
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I just purchased a Kindle book on my nook using Opera Mobile, and am now reading it in the Kindle app ("A Kidnapped Santa Claus".... Because it was .95... Try if you want to test for cheap).
Those having problems, what browser are you using?
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Don't forget to disable the phone.apk and telephony.apk
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How do you disable them. I tried to disable using root manager and explorer but could only fine the option to delete them.
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How do you disable them. I tried to disable using root manager and explorer but could only fine the option to delete them.
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Rename the files to anything else (I put .bak on the end).
Hi guys,
I really want to love the Xoom, I like android a lot and the hardware is too good (at least at this point)
But I not in place where I can drop my iPad for good. The reasons are pure app specific, if I get these decent on Xoom... it's bye bye iPad.
So this is a quasi-'need help' thread. to double check if I'm not missing anything
1. Magazine app - Something like Zinio, I depend too much on it and couldn't find even an ETA on when Zinio will be available for Android
~ Solved. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11939617&postcount=5
2. Comics reader - I know we have the Comics app but I need a cbr/cbz reader. I tired AVC but doesn't seam to work on Honeycomb
~ Solved. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11939617&postcount=6
3. A UI-nice IM app. I love the Gtalk app but need facebook and skype IM app
4. Netflix app.
5. Tablet specific twitter, facebook, foursquare apps. I know iPad doesn't have FB or FS apps but this would be nice
6. Now the big big deal... I consider all these tablets as a 'consumption' devices, and the biggest thing I 'consume' is movies and tv shows...
The best thing about iPad is, I just launch iTunes app then rent a movie, wait for sometime and then enjoy the movie...
Is there a way I can get this experience on a Xoom? I know that right now most of the HD formats play on tegra but is there any hope to get this?
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Disclaimer: Please don't pounce on this post and call me a iFreak. I'm not trying to diss the Xoom or Android. I did search and try apps to see if I could get all this... but couldn't find a way. So before I make a decision I just wanted some opinions.
thanks
Don't forget the completely absent Google Docs app! Someone please tell me its in the works....
If you download Spare parts and unselect Compatibility mode AVC works great. i have been using it for days now with no FC.
zinio
Zinio works great. I use it on my Xoom and Galaxy Tab.
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Zinio works great. I use it on my Xoom and Galaxy Tab.
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I'm not able to find it in the market. Do you have the apk? thanks a million
[Edit] Ok got the apk, wow one down now I'm working on the comics reader.
Here is the link to the apks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9881901
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Have you tried jj comic viewer for comics? i cant confirm it works on 3.0 but it is the best ive found pre HC
A Market app that works...
Searches properly so you can find those Apps you want that may exist but you would never know.
Recognizes applications that have updates properly.
Doesn't randomly open other app's.
Actually installs Apps the first time you ask for them.
And why Google is at it, Tablet Section - more direct support on the Web Market while the programmer who is assigned to the tablet market app figures out how to code - bug fix.
(yes I am frustrated with the market today)
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Don't forget the completely absent Google Docs app! Someone please tell me its in the works....
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I don't remember if manga watcher loads cbz and crz files but in general it is really good app. It was recently updated to load local files from sd so it might be worth checking out. I know the dev does alot of work and updates it frequently. You might even write him and ask if he plans to add support for these files if they aren't already supported. I bought the full app and have been happy with it ever since.
All I have to say is Samurai Executioner.
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I just received this email regarding my beloved Zinio app:
Hello
Thank you for contacting Zinio Customer Support.
We are putting the finishing touches on our Android general market product. It is coming soon. We will keep everyone posted as we get closer to a confirmed date
Kind regards,
Pablo Manrique
Zinio Customer Support
1-888-946-4666
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Have you tried jj comic viewer for comics? i cant confirm it works on 3.0 but it is the best ive found pre HC
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This works perfectly (not perfect but will do). I like it that it auto opens the next comic.
Just finished reading Superman:Next Krypton
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I'm not able to find it in the market. Do you have the apk? thanks a million
[Edit] Ok got the apk, wow one down now I'm working on the comics reader.
Here is the link to the apks
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I installed all 3 apks on my Xoom and the Zinio does not launch for me when selected.
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If you download Spare parts and unselect Compatibility mode AVC works great. i have been using it for days now with no FC.
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I have been doing the same without issue. Much better experience than my old e-reader with 800x600!
I tried Zanio on my Xoom and it just FC on startup.
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The great thing about living in Canada is that services always seem to be slow in getting here. One of those services, which I'd really like to have on my new tablet, is Google Books!
I've managed to find a copy of the APK, but it's a phone version. I'm posting here in the hopes that someone might be able to provide a copy of the Honeycomb APK, since it's far better optimized for the tablet screen.
If anyone has this it would be much appreciated!
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/18315605/XDA/GB.zip
Thanks, but for some reason it can not be installed. I guess it's only for US region
Indeed! I'm similarly getting the "application not installed error".
I wonder if this is, as gewa mentions, a regional restriction? I'd be surprised as the other versions of Google Books work perfectly on my Xoom, Nexus One and Nexus S.
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I've been tryng the same thing from Canada with no luck. Frustrating.
App in the drop box link works for me just fine, live in Europe but have the USA wifi version of Xoom. The only thing is that I had to uninstall the mobile version of google books before I could use this one.
Only problem is that I can only get free books currently...
bwcorvus, thanks for the app
I'm fine if I can only access free books.
Anyone have an apk that I can use to do a straight install? I'm having difficulty unpacking the zip on my Xoom.
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If you are rooted and have cwm installed, try this one flashing this one.
http://www.mediafire.com/?pkrdyr0wqns5za0
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Flashed with cwm and apk disappeared. I can see it in system/app but that's it.
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iRobek said:
App in the drop box link works for me just fine, live in Europe but have the USA wifi version of Xoom. The only thing is that I had to uninstall the mobile version of google books before I could use this one.
Only problem is that I can only get free books currently...
bwcorvus, thanks for the app
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Hey, i am currently in the US and bought a Wifi Version. it has a working books on it. I am soon leaving for Germany, will books continue to work or seize?
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Can anyone re-upload the dropbox version? I have a UK Xoom so no Books on there at present, would be good to get the tablet version on there.
Looks like we not have a real use for the stock Nook Reader app much longer.
According to this the new tablet app can be used to read magazines.
http://gizmodo.com/5801689/nook-for-android-updated-for-tablets
I haven't had a chance to check this out yet on CM7 as I'm at work and my NC is at home. Anyone try it yet? Does it even see the NC running CM7 as a tablet and give us the right version?
Ive been using it since last night and it is freaking awesome. Do yourself a favor and dl ASAP.
I downloaded it and so far it's a little clunky. At first it didn't see any of my books, but then they showed up. Then I ordered the free trial of Maxim, but I don't see the magazine anywhere. Maybe it just takes a little getting used to but so far it's bugging me.
I couldn't find anything in the press release on gizmodo (but I scanned pretty quickly)... will it play read-to-me children's books?
My Analog subscription magazine now shows up on my C7 Nook App! Woohoo.
Time to re-subscribe!
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I couldn't find anything in the press release on gizmodo (but I scanned pretty quickly)... will it play read-to-me children's books?
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Nope those are still Nook Color only.
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Sweet.
Does it have the word lookup feature? Having a dictionary at my fingertips was awesome with the stock reader.
Is there a way to side load ebooks to the nook app?
For me the Nook Reader is very sluggish in the menus & I can only se my B&N downloaded books & mags. Nothing shows in My files & I have sideloaded several books. Quite a few FC, so I don't know what to think. I like the page turn animation a lot. Great feedback that the page was turned. MAybe I need to try to reinstall??
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book title and page number at top of page annoying, anyone know how can to get back to 2.5?
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Is there a way to side load ebooks to the nook app?
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http://bookclubs.barnesandnoble.com...g-an-Epub-to-the-Android-Nook-app/td-p/611255
Can't find the app in market. Is there something I have to do/tweak first?
Using CM7.02 on NC...
Update: Market Enabler did the trick. Had to "be" in the US. Can't buy anything though, seems you have to have an US-creditcard as well. Workaround for this?
What's a good, cheap, e-reader that will meet this need?
I already have these books in .pdf and .epub format ready to be uploaded onto something so I can start reading them.
Something that will allow me to replace the rom so I won't have restrictions (I don't plan on using Amazon's service, etc...).
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What's a good, cheap, e-reader that will meet this need?
I already have these books in .pdf and .epub format ready to be uploaded onto something so I can start reading them.
Something that will allow me to replace the rom so I won't have restrictions (I don't plan on using Amazon's service, etc...).
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I use Cool Reader. It's free and I like it better than all the other e-reader apps that I've tried. Not sure if it's in the Amazon Appstore though, you may have to sideload it.
Fesarius said:
What's a good, cheap, e-reader that will meet this need?
I already have these books in .pdf and .epub format ready to be uploaded onto something so I can start reading them.
Something that will allow me to replace the rom so I won't have restrictions (I don't plan on using Amazon's service, etc...).
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try Aldiko :good:
I second the Cool Reader option. Lot's of customization and reads practically everything! If it only had cross-device bookmarks (read on my phone at lunch at work and my KFHD at home)!
Moon+ Reader works good, has autoscrool and can sync reading position via Drdpbox.
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Aldiko is a great program. Moon reader has some nice features, but it feels incomplete.
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Cool Reader
I am very happy with Cool Reader. It seems not to be present on Amazon market, so I searched the apk and sideloaded it via Dropbox. It works beautifully-BTW; I downloaded the "cr3-0-45-07.apk".