LibreDigital says it’s working with Apple and book publishers to power the delivery of e-books to the new iBookstore and iPad. LibreDigital is a d partner for publishers looking to bring their titles to iPad and iBookstore customers.
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Case-mate (http://www.case-mate.com) has released three iPad cases. They’re offered in a variety of designs, materials and price points. The selection of case-mate iPad cases include:
° Walkabout Felt Folio (US$79.99): This case (pictured) has a side opening, leather accents and pockets for storage. A magnetic strap keeps the iPad in place.
° Traveler Leather Commuter ($49.99): This executive folio made of premium tan leather has embedded magnetic locks for a sleek fit.
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WD is now shipping 450GB and 600GB versions of the WD VelociRaptor the next generation of its 10,000 RPM SATA family of hard drives. The new WD VelociRaptor hard drive is designed for blade servers, high-performance Macs, PCs, professional workstations, as well as 1U and 2U rack servers.
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My iPad — the US$699, 64GB Wi-Fi-only version — is a great Mac companion, as I mentioned yesterday. It’s already replaced my iPod touch and may replace my laptop (though the jury’s still out on that). I’ve been using it heavily since it arrived Saturday, and, so far, I’m more impressed than I thought I’d be, though there’s room for improvement.
Well, probably not in the design of the iPad itself. As you’d expect, it’s another exquisite piece of work from Apple. The 9.7-inch screen with its 1024 x 768 pixel resolution is gorgeous. As is the minimalist design.
Read MoreAs you’ve doubtless observed, the iPad is getting a TON of coverage. Here’s a few of the interesting iPad quips I’ve come across.
“There has only been one iPad ad shown (during the Superbowl) and the amount of free advertising this thing is getting is nothing short of amazing. Wherever you go and whatever you read has coverage of the device. ”
“I’ve never seen people come downstairs so fast. I don’t even ring the bell and they’re at the door.” — a UPS driver on the Saturday morning iPad deliveries he’s been making.