Copia

Nate the great · 01-09-2010, 01:24 AM

You might remember that I reported on Copia before. It appeared out of the blue with a complete platform of software+devices. Today I had time to visit the DCM Worldwide booth, and they might actually have something here.

Let me preface my remarks by saying that what I saw was a demo. They didn't have a complete version of the software on display. Also, the devices were present, but they wouldn't let me touch them.

That being said, it was an impressive demo. The desktop software I saw seemed very sophisticated and complex. When I describe it before as social media meets ebook reading, I was right. I don't know enough about social networking to comment on it.

There was an impressive number of ebook readers and accessories on display. I believe I caught most of them in the attached photos. (The 4th and 5th photos show a keyboard that is supposed to plug into the screen only units.)

I was told that the software should be out in March, and the ereaders are due out in June. I asked and was told that the retail price for the e-readers ranged from $199 to $299. Yes, the $299 price is for the 9.7" device with a touchscreen. (I don't believe it, either.)

mores · 01-09-2010, 03:52 AM

Any info on how the social media thing is supposed to work?

Sweetpea · 01-09-2010, 04:27 AM

I love the looks on that big screen. But I have no need for social networks.... I wonder what kind of files will run on it?

m-reader · 01-09-2010, 04:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nate the great

I was told that the software should be out in March, and the ereaders are due out in June. I asked and was told that the retail price for the e-readers ranged from $199 to $299. Yes, the $299 price is for the 9.7" device with a touchscreen. (I don't believe it, either.)

It looks to me like there will be a regular subscription fee to pay with that price, or the format will be so locked in that you'' be able to but content only from them.
Otherwise, the $299 outright price for an A4 device sounds like a tall story to me.

HarryT · 01-09-2010, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by m-reader

Otherwise, the $299 outright price for an A4 device sounds like a tall story to me.

It's not an A4 device, it's a standard PVI 9.7" screen.

m-reader · 01-09-2010, 06:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HarryT

It's not an A4 device, it's a standard PVI 9.7" screen.

I stand corrected, thanks Harry!
I don't understand inches, never have, never will

HarryT · 01-09-2010, 06:32 AM

It's rather smaller than A5, if that's any help

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wallcraft · 01-09-2010, 07:19 AM

Copia's devices are using SiPix screens, so the large ones have 9" screens with 768 x 1024 pixels. A bit smaller than the 9.7" Vizplex screens with 825×1200 pixels we are used to, e.g. on the Kindle DX.

catharsis · 01-09-2010, 09:02 AM

how about European availability?

TallMomof2 · 01-09-2010, 01:39 PM

For those interested in the social networking aspect, check out this video at Engadget.

Apparently it allows you to share your library with your friends on Facebook and Twitter with Venn diagrams showing where your preferences coincide.

kindlekitten · 01-09-2010, 01:57 PM

share as in lend? or "hey guys! these are my reads!"??

phenomshel · 01-09-2010, 02:00 PM

"Here's what I'm reading, you might like it too" I think.

vidgej · 01-09-2010, 02:22 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2N4BBx5jmE

fyrogenesis · 01-09-2010, 02:35 PM

CES. Great. another new e-readers coming out, adding more to the many list.. but surely most of them are for US market. Is Amazon bulging library not enough for Americans? Are they really read THAT much? I noticed some of you got over 3 devices, taking that was true from your profile..

i honestly think Kindle2 with its free wireless all over US is more than enough for most people... and yet more are coming. jeez.. what kind of marketing this is? i really hope one of this many device, complete with its ebook wireless store, will make its way to my not-listed-by-amazon country, very soon..

i still carrying a large hardback, weighing about 2kg by the way... Under the Dome, that is. God help me and my arms... let me have one of these beautiful ereader pls..

im sorry if this offended some of you, but im just pissed off... and a little jealous..

citac · 01-09-2010, 03:03 PM

I must admit I'm a little jealous too. I liked their Ocean devices, and would love one, depending on the price and what formats it supports. I'm also in Europe, and high price of devices plus shipping is what's keeping me from getting one. But, if they become available some time in February, I have a friend who's going to the US who might get one for me.

Does anyone know the ebook formats it reads?

01-09-2010, 01:24 AM	#1
Nate the great Sir Penguin of Edinburgh Posts: 12,375 Karma: 23555235 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: DC Metro area Device: Shake a stick plus 1	Copia You might remember that I reported on Copia before. It appeared out of the blue with a complete platform of software+devices. Today I had time to visit the DCM Worldwide booth, and they might actually have something here. Let me preface my remarks by saying that what I saw was a demo. They didn't have a complete version of the software on display. Also, the devices were present, but they wouldn't let me touch them. That being said, it was an impressive demo. The desktop software I saw seemed very sophisticated and complex. When I describe it before as social media meets ebook reading, I was right. I don't know enough about social networking to comment on it. There was an impressive number of ebook readers and accessories on display. I believe I caught most of them in the attached photos. (The 4th and 5th photos show a keyboard that is supposed to plug into the screen only units.) I was told that the software should be out in March, and the ereaders are due out in June. I asked and was told that the retail price for the e-readers ranged from $199 to $299. Yes, the $299 price is for the 9.7" device with a touchscreen. (I don't believe it, either.) Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Nate the great; 01-09-2010 at 01:27 AM.

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wallcraft reader Posts: 6,975 Karma: 5183568 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mississippi, USA Device: Kindle 3, Kobo Glo HD	Copia's devices are using SiPix screens, so the large ones have 9" screens with 768 x 1024 pixels. A bit smaller than the 9.7" Vizplex screens with 825×1200 pixels we are used to, e.g. on the Kindle DX.

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catharsis Addict Posts: 206 Karma: 14 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: iRex DR800SG, Onyx Boox M92	how about European availability?

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TallMomof2 Kindlephilia Posts: 2,017 Karma: 1139255 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Snowpacolypse 2010 Device: Too many to count	For those interested in the social networking aspect, check out this video at Engadget. Apparently it allows you to share your library with your friends on Facebook and Twitter with Venn diagrams showing where your preferences coincide.

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kindlekitten Professional Adventuress Posts: 13,368 Karma: 50260224 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: The Olympic Peninsula on the OTHER Washington! (the big green clean one on the west coast!) Device: Kindle, the original! Times Two! and gifting an International Kindle	share as in lend? or "hey guys! these are my reads!"??

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