Smartphones are like mini-computers in your pocket. Their capabilities are not limited to simple calls. And among their many functions is the ability to read e-books.
The paper book is a thing of the past for some people. It is large, heavy, uncomfortable to wear. Contains only one, two or several stories, novellas, novels. A voluminous and weighty object is not very suitable for constant carrying with you and reading at any convenient time. Smartphones are more efficient if you choose the right reading program.
Such different smartphones
Smartphones differ not only in their capabilities, but also in the operating systems they run on. Depending on the latter, you need to select your software. There are also no exceptions in reading books. For the sake of completeness, consider the major operating systems and reading programs that are appropriate for them.
Apple iOS
A very popular operating system with its own AppStore, where a large selection of various programs. For example, the iBooks application is very popular with a convenient and intuitive interface, well-thought-out settings and a good design. The inconvenience is that the program only supports two formats - Epub and Pdf.
Alternatives to the latter include Stanza and uBooks. The first program is also free and can work with the Djvu format. Its convenience is that it allows you to download programs over Wi-Fi.
Among the Russian developments, the ShortBook program is interesting. Among users, it is considered the best reader for books in the Fb2 format. There are paid and free versions.
Android
And here the choice is very large. You can get started with CoolReader. The program is distinguished by a well-thought-out and understandable interface, support for a large number of formats, Russian-language design, the ability to select text, bookmarks, correct display of various fonts.
Another great example of FBReader. Free application that allows you to read directly from the archive. Supports all popular formats. Works especially well with Fb2. The interface includes the ability to search for books in various online catalogs.
Windows Phone
For this operating system, the smartest and free choice is Bookviser. Support for popular formats, good functionality, Russian interface, the ability to search for books on the network, download from online catalogs, support for the SkyDrive service. The capabilities of the program are very good.
BlackBerry
Due to the low popularity of the system, there are not so many reading programs for it. Among all the proposals, you can pay attention to only two programs.
BookReader is a paid reader with a lot of settings.
PlayEpub Book Reader is also a paid system, many supported formats, built-in dictionary, access to various network services and much more.
