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comiXology Brings the Largest Comic Book Store to Apple's iPad
Comic book fans using the iPad can browse and purchase comics across comiXology's library of more than 1,300 comic books from over 30 publishers
NEW YORK, April 2 -- comiXology, the leading retail services and digital comic distributor, today launched its Comics by comiXology app for Apple's iPad. Coinciding with the highly anticipated arrival of the iPad, comiXology's Comics app is the largest and most comprehensive digital comic book reader, store and retail locater to launch on the device.
Based on comiXology's industry-leading comic book apps, Comics by comiXology for the iPad enables fans to browse, purchase and read their favorite comics directly through the device. The Comics by comiXology app comes with over 150 free comics, providing users the opportunity to explore and discover new comics across comiXology's library of more than 1,300 comic books from over 30 publishers. Users can search and browse through comics based on titles, creators, publishers, genre and ratings.
"Today represents a milestone achievement in bringing comics to the mainstream on the most highly coveted and anticipated device this year," said David Steinberger, CEO of comiXology. "The iPad opens up a world of viewing opportunities for new and existing comic book fans while capturing the very essence of what makes comics so special to readers. We take great pride in being the largest comic book store on the iPad while remaining fully committed to the print and retail community."
The comiXology app for Apple's iPad features an easy-to-use interface that provides users with unprecedented control of their digital viewing experience. The ability to pan and zoom combined with comiXology's patent pending Guided View(TM) Technology allows users to completely manipulate how they navigate through each page of their comics. Additionally, users can choose from a wide variety of viewing options and preferences, enabling them to set transition speeds, page orientations and much more.
Print comic book enthusiasts can also take advantage of the Comics by comiXology app by using the built-in Retail Locater while using the comiXology app. Using the app's Pull List feature, comiXology subscribers can search and pre-order comic book selections from their local comic retailers. Integrating with comiXology's iPhone apps and website, users can also access most of their personal library on any of the app compatible devices.
View videos and screenshots of Comics by comiXology at http://pitch.pe/55605.
About comiXology
Since 2007, comiXology has been exposing a wide-range of readers to the world of comics through quintessential comic resource comiXology.com and related applications. With more than 1,300 comics available, from over 30 publishers, the Comics by comiXology iPhone and iPad apps provide a seamless comic book experience for fans. Through comiXology's Retailer Services and the comiXology app, readers can connect directly to local retailers to pre-order their favorite publications. comiXology is digitally transforming the relationship between comic book readers, retailers and publishers while staying true to the industry's rich history. For more information, please visit http://www.comixology.com.
Source: comiXology
CONTACT: Julie Davis, +1-917-512-5456, +1-954-647-6445 cell,
jbdavis@ifluencepr.com
Web Site: http://www.comixology.com/
comiXology Brings the Largest Comic Book Store to Apple's iPad
Comic book fans using the iPad can browse and purchase comics across comiXology's library of more than 1,300 comic books from over 30 publishers
NEW YORK, April 2 -- comiXology, the leading retail services and digital comic distributor, today launched its Comics by comiXology app for Apple's iPad. Coinciding with the highly anticipated arrival of the iPad, comiXology's Comics app is the largest and most comprehensive digital comic book reader, store and retail locater to launch on the device.
Based on comiXology's industry-leading comic book apps, Comics by comiXology for the iPad enables fans to browse, purchase and read their favorite comics directly through the device. The Comics by comiXology app comes with over 150 free comics, providing users the opportunity to explore and discover new comics across comiXology's library of more than 1,300 comic books from over 30 publishers. Users can search and browse through comics based on titles, creators, publishers, genre and ratings.
"Today represents a milestone achievement in bringing comics to the mainstream on the most highly coveted and anticipated device this year," said David Steinberger, CEO of comiXology. "The iPad opens up a world of viewing opportunities for new and existing comic book fans while capturing the very essence of what makes comics so special to readers. We take great pride in being the largest comic book store on the iPad while remaining fully committed to the print and retail community."
The comiXology app for Apple's iPad features an easy-to-use interface that provides users with unprecedented control of their digital viewing experience. The ability to pan and zoom combined with comiXology's patent pending Guided View(TM) Technology allows users to completely manipulate how they navigate through each page of their comics. Additionally, users can choose from a wide variety of viewing options and preferences, enabling them to set transition speeds, page orientations and much more.
Print comic book enthusiasts can also take advantage of the Comics by comiXology app by using the built-in Retail Locater while using the comiXology app. Using the app's Pull List feature, comiXology subscribers can search and pre-order comic book selections from their local comic retailers. Integrating with comiXology's iPhone apps and website, users can also access most of their personal library on any of the app compatible devices.
View videos and screenshots of Comics by comiXology at http://pitch.pe/55605.
About comiXology
Since 2007, comiXology has been exposing a wide-range of readers to the world of comics through quintessential comic resource comiXology.com and related applications. With more than 1,300 comics available, from over 30 publishers, the Comics by comiXology iPhone and iPad apps provide a seamless comic book experience for fans. Through comiXology's Retailer Services and the comiXology app, readers can connect directly to local retailers to pre-order their favorite publications. comiXology is digitally transforming the relationship between comic book readers, retailers and publishers while staying true to the industry's rich history. For more information, please visit http://www.comixology.com.
Source: comiXology
CONTACT: Julie Davis, +1-917-512-5456, +1-954-647-6445 cell,
jbdavis@ifluencepr.com
Web Site: http://www.comixology.com/