Find out how you can read an ebook and the devices you need.If you are wondering how and where ebooks are read , know that you can do it with an eReader, app, smartphone, tablet and pc / mac. Read on for more details.
First of all it is good to clarify what ebooks (or e-books) are: they are digital or electronic books , which do not “exist” physically, therefore they cannot be browsed by turning paper pages. To read them you need an electronic device, which can be a PC, a Mac, a tablet, an eReader or your smartphone.
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- How to read ebooks
- read eBooks on eReader
- Amazon eReader
- Xiaomi eReader
- Kobo eReader
- Sony eReader
- eReader Tolino
- Read eBooks on Tablet
- Read eBooks on mobile
- App to read eBooks
- Read eBooks on Android [app]
- Read eBooks on iOS [app]
- Read eBooks on PC and Mac
How to read ebooks
Have you bought an ebook and don’t know where to read it? There are many ways to do this, even if the most suitable is to use an eReader , a digital reader – similar to a tablet – which was created with the purpose of reading electronic books.
Here’s what devices you can read ebooks:
- eReader [recommended]
- Tablet
- smartphone
- pc / mac
read eBooks on eReader
As mentioned, the best way to read an eBook is through an eReader : this type of device was created specifically for reading digital books and its main features are the use of an electronic ink that “simulates” that on printed paper and the fact to not be backlit. This last feature is the most important because it does not tire the eyes like reading on any other digital device ( have you ever tried to read a book on the tablet ?! ) backlit. To read an e-book on eReader you will therefore have to turn on the light, just like you would for a paper book.
Choosing the best eReader must take into account your needs and purchasing habits: for example, if you buy ebooks only on Amazon, you should opt for a Kindle.
Amazon eReader
Amazon is the leading manufacturer of eReaders : the device created by Amazon is called the Kindle. It is good to know that:
- the format supported by the Kindle is AZW3 and MOBI (ebook), TXT and PDF;
- if you want to read an e-book in ePub format you need to convert it
- ebooks purchased on Amazon can be read ONLY on Kindle
Here are the Kindle models available on Amazon:
- Kindle
- Kindle Paperwhite
- Kindle Oasis
- Kindle Voyage
Xiaomi eReader
Xiaomi ‘s eReader is called Mi Reader and has a 6 ″ e-ink screen with LED backlighting at 24 intensity levels and anti-glare finish. Unlike the Kindle, the Mi Reader can be charged USB-C.
Kobo eReader
Kobos are easily purchased in Mondadori bookstores and support formats: ePub and Mobi (ebook), PDF, TXT and for comic book lovers, even CBZ and CBR.
Mondadori also manages the digital store connected to Kobo eReaders.
Here are the Kobo models available on Mondadori :
- Kobo Aura Edition 2
- Kobo Aura H2O Edition 2
- Kobo Clara HD
- Kobo Forma
- Kobo Libra H20
Sony eReader
Sony is not currently among the leaders in the eReader industry. The latest released PRS-T series is available on Amazon – buy Sony eReaders on Amazon .
eReader Tolino
In Italy, Tolino eReaders are known above all for their excellent quality / price ratio. These eReaders support ePub, PDF and TXT formats. Among the features of the Tolino eReaders are the waterproofness and the Tap2Flip function , which allows you to turn the page with a simple tap on the back of the device.
- Tolino Shine 3 – Buy on IBS or Buy on Libraccio
- Tolino Vision 2 – Buy on IBS
- Tolino Vision 4 HD – Buy on IBS
Read eBooks on Tablet
If you own a tablet, know that you can also use it to read ebooks. It is often the most frequent choice, because it does not require the purchase of an additional device (i.e. an eReader).
On the scales, the negative aspects of reading a book on a tablet are greater than the positives, which is why if you decide to read a lot of ebooks, in all likelihood, you will need to purchase an eReader.
In fact, the tablet is downloaded more easily, the brightness of the screen strains the eyes , the rendering of characters is very far from that obtainable with e-book readers.
However, if you are approaching digital reading and – at the moment – do not intend to buy a new device, you can read ebooks on tablets only by downloading dedicated apps . We invite you to read the dedicated paragraph for choosing the application that best suits your needs.
Fire tablets are very popular on Amazon:
- Fire
- Fire 7
- Fire HD 8
Read eBooks on mobile
The mobile phone is not the most suitable choice for reading a book as you risk to strain your eyes a lot, not only because of the brightness of the screen, but also because of the size of the same.
If you have no alternative to the smartphone, know that in any case to be able to read an ebook, you will have to download an application. In the dedicated paragraph you will find more information.
App to read eBooks
Whether you decide to read a digital book on a tablet or smartphone, you will always need to download an application. Let’s find out together the main apps for Android and iOS devices.
Read eBooks on Android [app]
Here are some of the Android apps available on Google Play and dedicated to reading ebooks:
- Kindle
- eBook Reader
- Google Play Books
- LaFeltrinelli Kobo
- Tolino eBook Reader
- IBS Tolino Reader
We recommend that you visit Google Play for a complete overview of all available apps.
Read eBooks on iOS [app]
If you want to read an ebook on iPhone or iPad , here are the apps to download:
- Amazon Kindle
- Apple Books
- eBook Reader
- BlueFire Reading
We recommend that you visit the Apple App Store for a complete overview of all available apps.
