New York Times sees higher circulation numbers, digital paywall smiles knowingly



Given how aggressively The New York Times pushes its digital packages — we’ve long since dropped our subscription yet are still bombarded with offers — you’d hope the paper was at least seeing some results. Well, never fear: it is. A report by the …

Nokia Reader comes to Series 40 ‘touch and type’ devices



This week, everyone’s favorite Finnish phone fabricator announced the availability of Nokia Reader for Series 40 touch and type devices. Those familiar with the software know that Reader provides a flow of local and international headlines — customiz…

Next Issue Media strikes deals with more Android tablet makers ahead of full launch



After launching its digital newsstand for the Galaxy Tab earlier this year, Next Issue Media is now looking to expand to other Android tablets, as well. The company, which was founded by a quintet of publishers including Conde Nast, Hearst and Tim…

Amazon bringing 400 magazines, newspapers, flame retardants to Kindle Fire



It’s been a busy week for the Kindle Fire. First came news that Amazon would be bringing Facebook, Hulu and “several thousand” other apps to its forthcoming tablet, and now, we’ve got confirmation that hundreds of magazines and newspapers are on t…

Zinio arrives for the Touchpad, with fashionable lateness



The Touchpad may no longer be with us, but that hasn’t stopped Zinio from launching its reader app on HP’s abandoned tablet. The tool hit the App Catalog earlier this week, bringing magazine subscriptions and single-issue purchases to users still …