gadgets don't often come cheap, and a poor investment can be costly for an institution like a library. In this issue of Library Technology Reports, eminent blogger and library technology expert Jason Griffey provides a comprehensive guide to the present and future of modern gadgets, and how they can fit in to any librarian's plan for a high-tech future. From e-readers to cameras and audio recorders to the iPad, Jason provides insight into what these devices can do, how much they cost, and how librarians can use them to enhance their facilities and service.Topics Covered in this Issue Include:Electronic Book Readers Sony eReadersThe KindleThe NookeReaders slated for future releasePersonal Multimedia Devices for Capturing and Consuming Video Capture DevicesAudio Capture DevicesPersonal Scanners/ Text Capture DevicesPersonal Multimedia DevicesThe iPad and Odd or Unusual Gadgets ChumbyThe Sony DashNabaztagMaker culture and "open source" hardware

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