Update for OverDrive Users: Kindle Fire Now in Canada and Compatible with Library eBooks
The Kindle Fire is hot off the presses in Canada and it's the first Kindle compatible with OverDrive library ebooks and eaudiobooks from Canadian libraries. Unlike traditional Kindles (which still are not compatible with library ebooks in Canada), the Fire is an android-based tablet which allows you to download the free OverDrive Media Console app in order to access library material. All you need is your Amazon account information (used to set up your new device), an Adobe ID and your Toronto Public Library Card. See our Kindle Fire guide to find out just how easy it is to start reading or listening to books from the library.
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argh, not e regular kindles? maybe someday. mine is sitting there barely used until then. but i use an ipad all the time for library books.
argh, not e regular kindles? maybe someday. mine is sitting there barely used until then. but i use an ipad all the time for library books.
You mention that this information is hot off the presses but I cannot find any reference to it online. Where do you get this information?
Please let me know!
You mention that this information is hot off the presses but I cannot find any reference to it online. Where do you get this information?
Please let me know!
Hi Keith,
This particular Kindle is an android-based tablet which has just been released in Canada and is the first Kindle to be compatible with library ebooks and eaudiobooks. The post includes a link to a user guide we created for customers wanting to use their Kindle Fire to access material from the library. You can read more about the Kindle Fire here: http://mobilesyrup.com/2013/05/23/amazon-launching-kindle-fire-hd-and-kindle-fire-hd-8-9-in-canada-ships-june-13th/
Hi Keith,
This particular Kindle is an android-based tablet which has just been released in Canada and is the first Kindle to be compatible with library ebooks and eaudiobooks. The post includes a link to a user guide we created for customers wanting to use their Kindle Fire to access material from the library. You can read more about the Kindle Fire here: http://mobilesyrup.com/2013/05/23/amazon-launching-kindle-fire-hd-and-kindle-fire-hd-8-9-in-canada-ships-june-13th/
Hi Sean,
We’re still hoping that all Kindles will eventually be compatible with library ebooks. We’ll keep you posted!
Hi Sean,
We’re still hoping that all Kindles will eventually be compatible with library ebooks. We’ll keep you posted!
You say you need a T.O Public Library card to access Overdrive Canadian Library ebooks. How about elsewhere in Canada? Can an Ottawa Public Library card or a Montreal Public Library card work?
Hi Danielle,
Check with your local public library to find out what they offer. You do need a Toronto Public Library card to access our version of OverDrive.
How do I sync my notebook overdrive application with my android device. I have several books on my android device, but nothing on my computer. What do I need to do?
Hi Steve,
You need to download the books from OverDrive to your computer.
Sign in to your OverDrive account on your computer. The books you currently have checked out appear with Download links in the Bookshelf section of your account. Download the books you want on your computer.
Hi Margot,
Can you let me know, whether TPL will ever declare the Kindle Paperwhite as compatible. I would like to buy it, as I have a poor eyesight, and it is supposed to be the best e reader. You thought that eventually it is possible that all Kindles will be compatible with TPL.
Thank you, Marie
Hi Marie,
Unfortunately, there is no update on the Kindle situation. Toronto Public Library and other Canadian libraries are still not able to lend eBooks that work on Kindle eReaders like the Paperwhite. While we hope that this won’t always be the case, we are unable to say when and if it will change.
Margot
Hi Margot,
Thank you for your attention to my question. I will do more research on the difference (eye health wise) between e readers and Kindle Fire.
Marie
Hi Marie,
Seeing your chat with Margot, I was considering Kindle Paperwhite for reading ease but only would invest if able to access books etc via Overdrive for Ottawa Public Library. It now seems I would be limited to Kindle Fire to get that access but might not achieve improved reading ease compared to my current i-pad access to Library materials. I would welcome any information you share about your research on this.
Regards, Peter