This is a coincidence. Only last night we were mundanely tweeting about how much we enjoy using the Android Kindle app, which, when combined with an out-of-copyright book database like Project Gutenberg, means access to a virtually unlimited collection of classic novels for free.
Today, Amazon has announced a rather more up-to-date arrival – access to Android specific versions of newspapers and magazines via the Android Kindle app.
At least, we think this is a new feature. Amazon emailed us about it this morning and we don’t remember seeing it before when trying to buy papers on Kindle – just a warning that newspapers weren’t available on the app versions of Kindle.
The selection of newspapers and magazines available on Android Kindle at the moment isn’t great, mind. As usual, it’s a rather US-oriented range, with only the likes of the Spectator and Economist offering the UK editions – and a heavy emphasis on business publications.
Check out what’s available on the Android Kindle app over at Amazon.
Motorola’s latest flagship dual-core Android monster is a massive, original powerhouse, that’s a big improvement on previous MOTOBLUR mobiles – but still isn’t a total winner.
A slim and glamorous phone from Sony Ericsson, with the sharpest display around. It’s no powerhouse and the screen’s not the biggest out there, but we don’t mind. Because it’s cute.
LG’s first glasses-free 3D phone is a heavy, fat monster, with a clever 3D effect that works rather well. As a smartphone, though, it’s heavy and underwhelming.
A very shiny thing from Sony Ericsson, with a 3.7″ screen and Android 2.3.3 inside. But is it exciting enough to win fans in today’s spec-obsessed market? Can man live on one core alone?
INQ’s Android phone is an interesting “boutique” piece of hardware, packed with unique interface customisations that go far beyond the headline Facebook integration. We like it a lot.
Bob
/ January 18, 2011this is good news, but is it applicable to UK as well ?
Gary C
/ January 18, 2011Looks like a few magazines work in the UK, but none of the newspapers yet.
Jeff
/ January 18, 2011I’ve finally found Zinio app for Android (used it on iPad), lot of magazines in many languages:
http://www.droidsector.com/blog/2011/01/15/zinio-pressdisplay-news-apps/