ASUS WiFi, 3G and WiMAX ebook readers confirmed from March 2010

From Slashgear -

Further details of ASUS’ upcoming ebook reader have emerged, with WiFi, 3G and WiMAX versions to be announced before the year end. The ebook readers will begin reaching carrier partners in the US and Europe by March 2010.

ASUS will likely introduce two different sized readers, a 6-inch e-ink display while a and a larger 9-inch panel. ASUS apparently plan to trial these with Taiwanese charities before a commercial launch, at which point both branded and white-label models will be available.

Asus to launch Eee e-book reader

From Digitimes -

According to industry sources, Asus plans to launch an Eee e-book reader by the end of 2009 while MSI is also evaluating the e-book reader market. Entry barrier to the e-book reader market are even lower than for netbooks but the key to success lies in establishing a content delivery platform for the different markets. Current demand for readers is mainly concentrated in North America and Europe, with penetration in Asia markets low due to differences in reading habits.