All reading materials are encrypted and copyright protected for rapid delivery over the Internet from the company's secure Web site, allowing SoftBook readers to download new titles simply by plugging into a standard phone jack. Electronic publishing allows for the economical distribution of titles that would not ordinarily warrant the expense of hardcopy publishing as well as the elimination of stock outages. A robust set of patented technologies enable the SoftBook to closely emulate and enhance the traditional reading experience. Opening the leather cover instantly activates the 9.5 inch display to the current page of the book you are reading. The SoftBook approach gives publishers and authors far more control over the publishing process.
Publishers can create more personal and customized titles.
And authors can make timely updates to their works. The screen is touch sensitive, allowing users to simply press the icon menus to open new books and interact with the SoftBook. Users can search for words and phrases, view text in a choice of font sizes, make annotations directly on the screen, erase them, highlight text, bookmark pages, link related information, or instantly look up word definitions. Its handsome leather cover and durable housing have been specially designed to withstand the rigors of travel. A rechargeable lithium ion battery pack provides up to five hours of viewing with a fast, one-hour recharge.