08-31-2021, 09:38 PM | #1 |
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Please recommend an alternative to Adobe Digital Editions
I have an old iPad mini that I would like to use to read EPUB books from our local library. I went to the app store to download Adobe Digital Editions and all I read were negative reviews. Is there a no-frills app that will work with EPUB books? Thanks in advance.
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09-01-2021, 12:07 AM | #2 | |
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Which version of iOS is your iPad mini running?
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09-01-2021, 01:35 PM | #5 |
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As JSWolf points out, your choices might be limited depending on the iOS version you are running. Even apps that used to be available for that version may no longer be available in App Store. Or you might have to use an older version.
I would try Bluefire, however, even if it is an older version. |
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Bluefire Reader requires iOS 13+. Most older iPad Minis are not compatible because they do not run iOS 13 or later. |
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09-01-2021, 05:01 PM | #7 |
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Another alternative would be to strip DRM, which may open up more app choices.
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09-01-2021, 05:33 PM | #8 |
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That’s for the current version. I think developers can choose to continue to make older versions available for older versions of iOS, and that’s what an older device would be able to get.
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09-01-2021, 06:57 PM | #12 |
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My iPad mini 2 has iOS 12.5.2.
Thanks to all for your recommendations. I'll check on the library website regarding Overdrive/Libby. I appreciate the prompt and helpful responses. |
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tomsem, did you personally try it (removing DRM from an ADE DRM'd library book)? |
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Stripping DRM on purchased eBooks may be illegal yet we still do it. As for unethical, stripping DRM from library eBooks is only unethical (IMHO) if you do not delete all copies right after finishing reading the eBook.
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