Libraries are often on the forefront of technology. The Chicago Public Library brings new meaning to that trend with its new CPL Innovation Lab. The Innovation Lab is free to the public and features three 3D printers, 3D printing software and various related tools. The CPL is also offering workshops to introduce patrons to the […]
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Library News: Libraries using radio waves to save staff and customers time, The “Bookless” Library, US libraries to help uninsured Americans figure out new health coverage options
At Mosio we love libraries. It turns out so do young people. A new study finds that the age group that uses libraries the most is 16 to 29 year olds. Given how tech savvy young people are, this is an incentive for libraries to keep on the cutting edge of technology and digital reference […]
Library News Update: African Libraries in the Digital Age – “Reaching Outside Their Walls”, Introducing the new standalone catalog system, Dubai libraries: A paradise for book lovers
Here at Mosio, we love to hear about ways libraries going digital. One consistent technology trend that is driving up circulation numbers across the country is e-books. West Virginia public libraries are finding that their patrons want books in every form they can get them, from paper to audio books to ebooks. The variety of […]
Library News: Use Smart Phone as library card at the Westfield Library, Little Free Libraries Promote Love of Books, Library Catering on Wheels
Libraries go green, as the first solar-powered library opened in New Zealand. The library is entirely powered by 115 photovoltaic panels. Any energy generated beyond what the library needs will be sold back to the national grid. Additionally, the library has two charging stations for electric cars. Sustainable building elements are throughout the entire new […]
Library News: Technology in libraries improves access to the legal system, Library joins digital age of books, Electronic lending and public libraries
Libraries teach students to be technology smart Read More Library to get new technology Read More New library technology taking off Read More Libraries Open Doors, Data to Digital Art Displays Read More Library begins iPad loan program Read More Berkeley library stays relevant with shift to digital Read More New Tampa Library is Going Digital […]
Library News Byte: Library Booking New Opportunity, A library without books, SLEEPING BAN: Library Says No More Snoozin’
New scorecard lets libraries give feedback on e-book offerings from publishers Read More Library booking new opportunity: birthday parties Read More Technology allows library patrons more access to books, magazines Read More Local libraries adapting to increase in e-book users Read More Learn to use new gadgets, technology at libraries Read More A library without […]
Library News Byte: Specialty Library, Library for Autism Resources, Library iPad Project
China spends big to build libraries for all villages Read More Why Good Libraries are Important for Education Read More Specialty library caters to Christians around the world Read More Phillips Public Library a place for autism resources Read More Library iPad project a success Read More One card opens the pages in six libraries […]
Mosio and Text a Librarian on the iPad
Back in January I wrote a blog post titled “The iPad, Tablets and E-Readers in Libraries: Game Changers or are they just Another Mobile Technology?” My decision was that I was uncertain, but suspected they were just another mobile technology. This weekend I got one and I have to say, I love it. I think […]
The iPad, Tablets and E-Readers in Libraries: Game Changers or Are They Just Another Mobile Technology?
My wife loves to read magazines and books every night after work. I love to read articles on my iPhone. The problem is that when you’re reading a magazine or a book, it’s obvious what you’re doing. When I’m “reading” my iPhone, in her eyes, I’m working. Yes, some of them are articles, news and […]