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lburg801 · 07-11-2018, 10:47 PM

I'm looking for a way to provide ebooks to my grandchildren (live in the boonies far from any library) without having to root a Nook. I do not want devices that connect to Amazon or any other retailer.

I read an article that suggested using a 1st gen iPad mini as a dedicated e-reader. They say there are apps, in addition to the Kindle app, for reading epubs, too.

I would prefer using Calibre; the children could use the reader without knowledge or worry about the format of the book.

Does anyone know if this is possible? Are older versions of Calibre available (assuming the current ver likely would need a more powerful os)?

Thanks!

07-11-2018, 10:47 PM	#1
lburg801 Connoisseur Posts: 84 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jan 2011 Device: none	Calibre for 1st gen iPad mini? I'm looking for a way to provide ebooks to my grandchildren (live in the boonies far from any library) without having to root a Nook. I do not want devices that connect to Amazon or any other retailer. I read an article that suggested using a 1st gen iPad mini as a dedicated e-reader. They say there are apps, in addition to the Kindle app, for reading epubs, too. I would prefer using Calibre; the children could use the reader without knowledge or worry about the format of the book. Does anyone know if this is possible? Are older versions of Calibre available (assuming the current ver likely would need a more powerful os)? Thanks!