What 3rd Party eReader apps can I install?
Please click on your desired eReader App for more information.
Aldiko eReader for Android
Before the major eReader apps for Android came out, there was already the Aldiko Book Reader Android app. Aldiko is not backed by a major book seller, but it is a feature-rich eBook reader for Android.
Supported eBook File formats: ePub (non-DRM)
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.aldiko.com/support.html
Available for download on your eReader: 
Also available on the Cruz Market.
BibleReader 4 for Android
BibleReader 4 for Android is an app for the OliveTree Bible Software eBook store, allowing download of free and purchased eBooks. It delivers a solid experience as an Android eReader app and is a must have app for Android.
Supported eBook File formats: Proprietary eBook format
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.olivetree.com/android/index.php
To download, open this URL on your Cruz browser:
Not available on the Cruz Market
Borders ebooks app for Android
No longer supported, replaced by Kobo. See How do I switch over from the Borders library to the Kobo library? for more information.
Cool Reader for Android
Cool Reader is a popular Android reader that handles ePub files well as well as other formats. Cool features include customizable tap zones, page flipping animation, and textured backgrounds.
Supported eBook File formats: ePub (non-DRM), fb2, txt, rtf, html, chm, tcr
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.coolreader.org/e-index.htm
Not available on the Cruz Market
Droid Comic Viewer for Android
Droid Comic Viewer (a.k.a. ACV) by Robot Comics is a reader app for Android. Features include: Left-to-right or right-to-left (manga) reading direction, Use the touch screen and trackball to zoom, scroll and navigate, 19 custom controls with 18 possible actions, Various screen transition and image scaling modes, Auto-bookmarking, Next and Previous page, & Cache: read comics without load interruptions.
Works well with the Cruz Tablet. (Not recommended for the Cruz Reader R101/R301 due to high graphic content and large file sizes.)
Supported eBook File formats: CBZ/ZIP, ACV, CBR/RAR, JPEG, PNG and BMP.
Wi-Fi: Not required, can be transferred from PC and read offline.
Website: http://www.robotmedia.net
To download, open this URL on your Cruz browser:
Available through the Android Market.
Not available on the Cruz Market.
eReader for Android
Connect to eReader.com or Fictionwise.com bookshelf for wireless download. Optional automatic download of new purchases.
Supported eBook File formats: PDB
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.ereader.com/
To download, open this URL on your Cruz browser:
Not available on the Cruz Market at this time.
FBReaderJ for Android
FBReaderJ is a popular Android reader that handles ePub files well as well as other formats. A cool feature is that direct reading from zip, tar and gzip archives is supported.
Supported eBook File formats: ePub (non-DRM), fb2, oeb, also supports direct reading from ZIP, TAR, and GZIP archives
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.fbreader.org/FBReaderJ
Available for download on your eReader:
Also available on the Cruz Market.
Ibis for Android
This is not an Android app but an online eReader service. Your eBooks are stored online, you can read them from any web browser and many mobile phones, anywhere in the world.
Supported eBook File formats: ePub (ePubs are multi-file and web-based)
Wi-Fi: Required to read
Website: http://www.ibisreader.com/
To download, open this URL on your Cruz browser: http://www.ibisreader.com/catalogs/
Issuu Mobile for Android
Issuu Mobile for Android is an app for viewing eZine publications.
Works with the Cruz Reader (R101, R102, R103).
Not compatible with the Cruz T103, T104, T105, or T301.
Supported eBook File formats: Proprietary magazine format
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://issuu.com/mobile
To download, open this URL on your Cruz browser:
Available through the Android Marketplace.
Not available on the Cruz Market.
Kindle for Android
The Kindle for Android is a favorite eReader. It ties-in to the Amazon Kindle eBookstore where you can find and purchase great eBook titles.
Supported eBook File formats: MOBI / PRC (all Kindle book purchases are DRM protected)
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.amazon.com/gp/help...
Available for download on your eReader:
Available through the Android Market.
Available on the Cruz Market.
Kobo ebooks app for Android
Kobo's reader for Android is also a great app. It allows you to purchase and download eBooks, and is very similar in feel to the Borders Books eBook app.
Supported eBook File formats: ePub (non-DRM)
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.kobo.com/help
Available for download on your eReader:
Available through the Android Market.
Available on Cruz Market.
Nook for Android by Barnes & Noble
Nook for Android is an app for the Barns & Noble eBook marketplace, allowing purchase and download of eBooks. It delivers a solid experience as an Android eReader app.
Supported eBook File formats: Pub, PDB, & PDF (all Nook books are DRM protected)
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/nook/support/
Not compatible with Cruz T103, T104, T105, or T301
Available for download on your eReader:
Available through the Android Market
Not available on the Cruz Market at this time.
'txtr for Android
txtr Reader supports ePub / PDF / DRM and lets you customize your reading experience (e.g. night mode, font size, bookmarks). Get the latest bestsellers through the built-in store, featuring thousands of eBooks, or just upload your own files (via USB or txtr.com).
Supported eBook File formats: ePub, PDF, Adobe ADEPT DRM supported
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://us.txtr.com/
Not compatible with Cruz T103, T104, T105, or T301
To download, open this URL on your device browser:
Available through the Android Market
Available on the Cruz Market
Wordoholic for Android
A simple Android e-reader app for .epub (Non-DRM), .fb2, and.txt e-books.
Supported eBook File formats: ePub (non-DRM), .fb2 & .txt
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.wordoholic.com/ (offline)
Available for download on your eReader:
Also available on the Cruz Market.
Word Player for Android
With Word Player, you can download from among thousands of books in seconds or load from your sdcard. Its page navigation, bookmarking, and many customizable settings make reading a breeze.
Supported eBook File formats: .epub (non-DRM)
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.word-player.com/
Available for download on your eReader:
Also available on the Cruz Market.
Zinio Mobile for Android
Zinio Mobile for Android is an app for viewing popular Magazines and Newspapers.
Not compatible with the Cruz T103, T104, T105, T301, R101, R102, or R103.
Supported eBook File formats: Proprietary magazine format
Wi-Fi: Required to download
Website: http://www.zinio.com/splash.jsp?code=android
To download, open this URL on your Cruz browser:
Available through the Android Marketplace.
