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Archive for February 2012

  • Enjoy OverDrive Media Console on BlackBerry PlayBook

    Posted February 28, 2012 in  eBook News and HelpGeneral
    With the launch of PlayBook OS 2.0, OverDrive Media Console now allows users to access digital titles on their BlackBerry tablets. The OMC app for PlayBook has the same great functionality seen on other platforms, allowing you to check out and download titles right from your device. All you have to Continue…
  • Update to OverDrive and Amazon issue

    Posted February 24, 2012 in  eBook News and HelpGeneral
    For Kindle titles on OverDrive, there are currently two possible methods for acquiring titles. The following messages are displayed in the descriptions of the titles on OverDrive. The first message says “Use on: Kindles and free Kindle apps”. This means that the title can be Continue…
  • OverDrive annouces update to iOS app - Early returns now available

    Posted February 17, 2012
    As mobile device use continues to grow, OverDrive remains committed to developing the best possible features to support your mobile eBooks and audiobooks. Today, we are pleased to announce the release of OverDrive® Media Console™ v2.4 for iOS (iPhone®/iPad®/iPod Continue…
  • Penguin ends agreement with OverDrive

    Posted February 17, 2012
    As of February 10, 2012, Penguin Group USA will no longer sell eBooks or eAudiobooks to libraries through OverDrive (including the consortium and PDL) . This announcement came after a series of meetings the American Library Association held with several major publishers regarding library eBook Continue…
  • Publisher ends agreement with Library eBook supplier

    Posted February 17, 2012 in  eBook News and Help
    As of February 10, 2012, Penguin Group USA will no longer sell eBooks or eAudiobooks to libraries through OverDrive (including the consortium and PDL) . This announcement came after a series of meetings the American Library Association held with several major publishers regarding library eBook Continue…