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3M Powers Cloud Library eBook lending service with proven technology platform
Press Release: 3M Library Systems [July 14, 2011]
Copyright (c) 2011 3M Library Systems
Abstract: The 3M Cloud Library eBook Lending Service recently made its industry debut at the American Library Association Annual Conference, showcasing the system's turnkey solution for libraries. Developed on infrastructure created by txtr GmbH, the 3M Cloud Library offers digital content and in-library hardware, along with apps for borrowing and reading. 3M Library Systems partnered with German-based txtr to power the system using txtr's leading eReading technology platform, making 3M the first company to offer a cloud-based eBook service to the library market.
St. Paul, MN – July 14, 2011 – The 3M Cloud Library eBook Lending Service recently made its industry debut at the American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference, showcasing the system's turnkey solution for libraries. Developed on infrastructure created by txtr GmbH, the 3M Cloud Library offers digital content and in-library hardware, along with apps for borrowing and reading.
3M Library Systems partnered with German-based txtr to power the system using txtr's leading eReading technology platform, making 3M the first company to offer a cloud-based eBook service to the library market.
"By listening to library staff and their patrons, 3M and txtr have created a revolutionary platform for eBook delivery," said Matt Tempelis, global business manager, 3M Library Systems. "Together, 3M and txtr will continue to innovate the Cloud Library eBook Lending Service by listening to our customers and incorporating the enhancements that best suit their needs."
3M and txtr's technologies include the eReading app for the service, which allows patrons to easily browse the catalog, check out materials and read them on a computer, smart phone, tablet or eReader device. For patrons without an eReader of their own, the 3M Cloud Library service includes 3M eReaders, which can be checked out like any other lendable materials.
The technology also offers tools that allow library staff to manage their book catalog, to personalize the software by adding library logos and Twitter feeds, and to communicate with patrons. Within the library, 3M Discovery Terminals are designed to showcase the service and to allow patrons to browse the content catalog on touchscreen electronic kiosks.
Combined with 3M's library domain knowledge and customer relations expertise, the 3M Cloud Library offers an end-to-end eBook discovery experience, with options to easily read, share or purchase. While other library eBook solutions require multiple downloads, clicks and registrations, the service offers a seamless eReading solution that matches the elegance of retailers' eBook systems. The offering's ease of use also helps reduce the demands on libraries to train staff, create instruction guides and teach patrons how to use the system.
"The response we received from library staff and attendees at ALA was simply tremendous," said Tempelis. "Librarians could see how the powerful cloud-based technology will help reduce their time spent supporting the system, and ultimately make eReading a great experience for patrons."
"This is the first joint effort between 3M and txtr after 3M invested in txtr," adds Thomas Leliveld, Chief Commercial Officer of txtr. "The high growth of the eReading market and the rapidly rising sales of smart phones and tablets show that libraries are right to embrace new technologies to capitalize on these trends. It was very encouraging to speak with library staff at ALA and to hear their positive feedback on our first collaborative project in the US market."
About 3M Library Systems
3M Library Systems is the only company that develops, designs, and manufactures cutting-edge digital media, circulation management and security solutions. Finding the technology solution that is right for our customers, 3M's promise is to deliver a long term partnership that is built to exceed their expectations. For more information about 3M Library Systems, visit http://www.3m.com/library or follow @3MLibrary on Twitter.
3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $27 billion in sales, 3M employs about 80,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 65 countries. For more information, visit www.3M.com or follow @3MNews on Twitter.
About txtr
txtr is a Berlin-based technology-led B2B company which provides a global but locally relevant eReading solution to mobile operators, device manufacturers, content or media companies and retailers. Recent achievements of txtr include the realization of the mobile reading apps for iPhone and Android for a range of leading eBook retailers and wholesalers. The txtr technology solutions are also used by, among others, Acer. The txtr solution offers an end-to-end eBook discovery, purchase, read and share consumer experience, built on a back-end platform with store and a cloud based personal library storage. The company, founded in 2008, has customers in a number of countries in Europe, Asia Pacific and South America.
https://librarytechnology.org/document/15894
3M Library Systems


Bell has announced this morning it has cut its mobile roaming prices for the Bermuda and Caribbean islands and has doubled the internet access for its data travel add-on.
Travellers to Bermuda and most Caribbean Islands can now take advantage of the all-in-one $50 Zone 1 travel bundle, which offers 25 Megabytes (MB) of Internet and other data access, 50 anytime minutes for all local calls or back to Canada, and 50 sent and unlimited incoming text messages. This is a 47% price reduction from the previous price of $95 for the all-in-one bundle.
Travel add-ons give customers the option of taking just 1 or 2 mobile services and in large quantities. Customers travelling to Bermuda or the Caribbean islands can now purchase 100 MB of data for $75 – formerly $125 for 50 MB, an effective price reduction of 70%. The voice travel add-on is cut by half to $50 for 100 anytime minutes for local calls or back to Canada. Text messaging is now $30 for 200 sent and unlimited incoming text messages, a cost reduction of 40%.
So $50 gets you 25MB of data, 50 anytime minutes and 50 text messages. This is still expensive but it's a start.
A month ago Bell also cut its USA roaming rates by 50%. With the CRTC mulling possible regulation of roaming fees, Bell and other carriers have strongly opposed the plan, questioning the government's legal mandate to do so.


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Woodands youngster off to UK and Dubai
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Tyrese Davids, with his parents, Bradley and Jacqueline, at the Rocklands sports complex, at the weekend. Tyrese has been selected by the SA Schools Football Association Cape Town to take part in the Dubai Super Cup and Manchester Cup in April.
Santos Football Club's Tyrese Davids, 13, is gearing up to represent the country at two international tournaments in April.
The former Sunlands Primary School pupil is in the squad which was selected at football trials held by the SA Schools Football Association (Sasfa) Cape Town, in Athlone, in October, last year.
They will play in the Dubai Super Cup in the United Arab Emirates and Manchester Cup in the United Kingdom. The two tournaments provide a platform for teams from around the world to perform in front of scouts, including representatives from the English Premier League, all looking to find the future stars of the game.
Tyrese, who started Grade 8 at Mondale High School in Mitchell's Plain, was selected after his former primary school coach, Desmond Jacobs, recommended him for trials, following a successful under-13 season for the school.
He was awarded the Player of The Year, last year, and in 2018, he was crowned the Most Valuable Player at the primary school in Kenwyn.
For the versatile midfielder, from Woodlands, in Mitchell's Plain, to play in the tournaments, he needs to raise R48 000 for accommodation and travels.
His family have approached local businesses for assistance and the community are also helping out to reach the target.
They are currently half way to their goal and still have two months to go. Tyrese said he started his football journey when he was four years old, at Juventus Football Club, in Lentegeur. He then moved to Santos, in Lansdowne, where he currently plays as a right-back, winger and central midfielder.
He said when he received the news that he was chosen to play in the two international youth cups, he was excited, especially to be in the same city as his icon, France's World Cup winner and Manchester United player, Paul Pogba.
Tyrese believes he can use football to motivate other youngsters in his community.
"Football has inspired me to open my mindset. It can also open the mindset of other youngsters in Mitchell's Plain. It's an opportunity to inspire other youngsters to stay away from drugs," he said,
Tyrese said he enjoys playing as a box-to-box midfielder because it requires control over the field against his opponents.
"Playing football is a very good step. There are many opportunities and the progress has been really good. In the midfield I can control the game. I see where the opponent is and when they make mistakes I can see where I can improve on my shots.
"When our coach at Sunlands took us to trials in Athlone, in October, I was ready because I was fit. When I got the news that I was selected, I was excited. I'm a little bit nervous but I feel really happy that I got this opportunity to go to my favourite club's city. I support Manchester United. I like Paul Pogba. I like how he controls the midfield," said Tyrese.
His mother, Jacqueline Davids, said she was overwhelmed with excitement when they received the news that Tyrese had made the squad.
"It was on a rainy day when we received the news. We are struggling but we are hopeful we will make ends meet. I'm busy making rooties right now so I can deliver them to people. There are donations and sponsors. But sometimes people can't actually buy because it's January, this time of the year is a little difficult," she said.
Tyrese's dad, Bradley Davids, said this is an opportunity for his son to showcase his talent in front of the world's best.
"We were very excited. For a 13 year old to go and play abroad is something you see on TV. It will open his mind to a better experience. He shouldn't stop dreaming, he will be playing against other cultures and countries, he can build from there," he said.
Davids said they have hosted karaokes, food stalls and sold biscuits to raise funds for Tyrese.
"At the moment, it's very good. We are halfway with the funds raised and there is still more to go. We are going strong," he said.
Davids said the support from his siblings, family and community is priceless.
"He must stay disciplined and respectful. It is very important to stay humble. For me, you can be how good, but you must be disciplined. It is not just for the 90 minutes when you are on the field, but discipline continues outside of the field," he said.
Davids said this opportunity is a stepping stone in the right direction for his son.
"For what he is doing, it can show other children there is a better life through sport. Respect and hard work opens doors in school and at work. Even if the world crumbles, if you focus on what you do, just go, you will succeed," said Davids.
To support Tyrese on his journey to the Dubai Super Cup and Manchester Cup in April, contact his father, Bradley on 084 254 8454.
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