But while e-readers have a lot of wonderful advantages -- from the big bright pages and sharp adjustable fonts, to the ability to download just about any book in seconds -- they've still got some catching up to do with that technological marvel of a previous era, the paperback [source: Trubek ]. And while e-readers aren't that much bigger than an old-fashioned paperback, they're too big and stiff to fit into your pants or jacket pocket comfortably and tricky to hold onto while you're hanging on a subway strap or standing in line at the supermarket.
For the ultimate convenience, what you really need is an e-reader that's more like a cheap paperback. And while you may not realize it, there already is such a miraculous device; in fact, you probably have one in your pocket right now. According to the Pew survey, 29 percent of the people who read e-books read them on their smartphones, instead of on an e-reader or a tablet computer like the iPad [source: Pew ].
If you think the idea of reading an entire book on an iPhone or an Android device seems a little, well, weird, consider this: In Japan, there's a popular genre of "cellphone novels" that are actually written on phones by part-time literati who tap out prose with their thumbs while commuting on trains [source: Onishi ]. Truth is, smartphone screens are not only big enough and bright enough for reading, but the experience is surprisingly pleasant, thanks to a generation of sophisticated and highly functional e-reader apps.
Like phones, though, e-reader apps are not one-size-fits-all. So, which is best for you? The good news about e-reader apps for smartphones is that you have a selection to pick from. Most are available in multiple phone formats and allow you to adjust the page background and font size, and to sync your books with the different devices you own [source: Biersdorfer ].
Here are two of the most popular apps:. In addition to Kindle and Nook , here are three other popular e-reader apps for phones. So which app is best for you? It depends upon what phone you have, what you're interested in reading, and what features appeal to you the most. The Kindle and Google apps run on the biggest range of devices, so if you have one of the less popular phone formats or think you may switch devices in the future, those may be good choices.
If you're looking for the biggest libraries, the Nook, Kobo and Google apps are your best bet. When it comes to familiarity and ease of use, though, Kindle may be the best bet, since so many people also own Kindle e-reader devices.
I've been reading books on an iPhone since I first got one of the devices in , and I find that it's a near-perfect replacement for the old-fashioned paperback. One thing I like particularly about reading on an iPhone is that I can hold the device in one hand easily and don't have to prop it against the handlebars of my exercise bike; a tablet would get pretty banged up from the vibration. It apparently takes its name very seriously.
The UI is Material Design. It even has OPDS support. The app also includes over ten themes, gesture controls, auto-scrolling, EPUB3 support, and cross-device syncing via Dropbox. See also: The best office apps for Android to get work done. Unlike most, this one actually has physical book locations. The eReader is about as standard as it gets.
It comes with customized reading options as well as support for books, comic books, manga, and more. Like most, it also offers cross-device syncing. It even supports magazines and newspapers. However, it is one of the truly great and legal sources of free e-books. You can try out the official app linked at the button below or Libby Google Play link , which does the same thing in a slightly different way. See also: The best audiobook apps for Android. PocketBook is another one of the older e-book reader apps.
This app has enough features to justify its existence here. You can highlight text, export notes, lock your screen orientation, and more. There is also OPDS support for those who need it. The highlight of this one is its price. Prestigio changes its name almost every year. The app supports over 25 languages, text-to-speech functionality, and 50, books available for download. Additionally, the app can sync across devices account required. Some other features include a Night Mode, various customization options, and a decently modern UI.
The app is free. ReadEra is a surprisingly popular e-book reader app. There is also a split-screen mode where you can read multiple books or documents at the same time. However, we really only recommend that on larger screen phones or tablets. This one is surprisingly good, easy to use, and the UI looks nice. See also: The best education apps for Android. If we missed any of the best e-book reader apps for Android, tell us about them in the comments!
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