I’ve noticed that when I’ve posted the article Java eBook Conversion, many got interested with the topic so I’m making this entry to give way to another FREE Java eBook Conversion software, Tequila Cat eBook Reader and Converter.
Tequila Cat software supports plain TXT, RTF, PDF, PDB/PRC (Palm e-books), HTML formats. I’ve tried to convert a repligo file, it didn’t work! I’ve tested the software by converting a 388kb PDF file, the output JAVA file is now 104kb. Here’s the output, The World As I See It. Basically, its almost the same as mjBook software.
How to use Tequila Cat:
Download TequilaCat V2.3.4 and extract the .zip file to your computer. In my case, I’ve extracted it to C:\Program Files\Java\Tequila
Open Shell.exe to convert ebooks
Choose the correct phone type
Add book and make necessary adjustments to your eBook
Transfer your converted ebooks to ur phone… via bluetooth, cable, irda etc.
Install the java ebook to your phone
Open it to read the eBook
Reminders:
Images from the source file will be ignored
Don’t forget to set your margins, word wrap, font, colors settings
Find more information at the help option
Every book you converted will become standalone, that means that you can read them without having to install any additional reader application just like other java files.
Press “0″ or zero key to go to the main menu of your java eBook on your phone.
I saw DoshDosh‘s article regarding Technorati Favorites Exchange, I am amazed seeing bloggers participate with the experiment. Although I’m not a newbie in blogging (mobile), blogging now is a lot more different on what I’ve used to know. So, I will go with the flow and participate with the experiment.
Basically, its as simple as you’ll add me up as your technorati favorite and I’ll return the favor by making you my favorite also. My technorati username is myglitch. Please indicate to your comment your technorati link. For newbies on social bookmarking like me, this would be a big help. DoshDosh also provided list of bloggers who are also offering Technorati Exchanges which I’ve favorited also one by one.
It’s never too late to participate with this great experiment.Good karma! Here’s the list that returned the favor and into the same campaign. Don’t forget to linkback here so I can add you to the list.
A dictionary is almost the same with the bible that comes with many pages. I’m talking about the real dictionary, smaller dictionary means lesser word files. Would a student bring a dictionary at school nowadays? I guess not! So lets make it handy then.
Featuring the latest version of MobiSystemMSDict v4.1, I’ve been using the older version MSDict v4.0 for quite sometime. I’ve just installed the latest version now. Actually, as of the moment, using the latest version, I can’t find what’s new with the new version. Anyway, I’ve never tried using any other mobile Dictionary before but the feature I like with MSDict is you can send the word meaning via SMS/MMS to your contacts. On my 6630, click 0 or “zero key”, click “pen key” then navigate your cursor, then click “copy”. Open messaging, paste it to SMS/MMS, then send. Voila!
For First Time Users:
The MSDict 4.1 application was included with MSDict Professional Dictionary Bundle, together with pdb installer files such as Synonymous, Irregular Verbs, English Pro, English Phrases, Acronymic and a pdf help file. You can download the trial version here.
After downloading the file, read the MSDictViewer_Series60.pdf first or proceed to next step
Transfer the sis files to your phone
Install first the MSDict.sis, then the other sis files
Note: The dictionary files are installer files or sis files, it will automatically made the correct destination/folder of files on your memory card. When transferring these files via bluetooth, make sure that you have set your messaging memory in use to your memory card. The complete bundle is 6.4mb+.
For those who already have the older version, you can click here for version upgrade.
For those who already have the pdb dictionary files for some reason. The right destination of these pdb files is E:\Documents\MSdict , if you don’t have it, make a subfolder of Documents and name it as MSdict. You can use FExplorer v1.17 for doing this or your built in file manager. The MSDict will then recognize the pdb files as dictionary files and you will see it already upon opening the MSDict application.
Sometimes, mobile applications have different versions categorized for different symbian series. Some got confused on which their mobile phone belong and trying different application version that will work. Does it have to be always a ”trial and error”?
The S60 Platform (formerly Series 60 User Interface) is a software platform for mobile phones that uses Symbian OS. S60 is currently amongst the leading smartphone platforms in the world.
These are a few common features in S60:
Devices’ display resolution is originally 176×208. Since 2nd Edition Feature Pack 3, S60 supports multiple resolutions, i.e. Basic (176×208), QVGA (240×320) and Double (352×416). Nokia N90 is the first S60 device that supports higher resolution (352×416). Some devices, however, have non-standard resolutions, like the Siemens SX1, with 176×220. Nokia 5500 has a 208×208 screen resolution.
It supports Java (J2ME MIDP 2.0 commonly, but varies from phone to phone.) applications and Symbian C++ applications.
Certain buttons are standardized, such as left and right select, Menu, Clear, and Input Settings.
There have been three releases of S60: “Series 60″, “Series 60 Second Edition” and “Series 60 3rd Edition”.
S60 First Edition:
Nokia N-Gage, N-Gage QD, 3650, 3660, 7650*, 3260, 3600, Siemens SX1
We all know that eBooks comes with huge file sizes… installing and removing eBook files is also a risk to your phone’s memory card. I’m not saying that this is for eBook file alone but to all files you are putting and removing from your memory card such as applications, games, videos, audios, images and others. Size isn’t always the remedy but large capacity memory cards are a big improvement, except for nokia symbian 60 1st edition system that can’t handle large capacity memory card.
One problem to be aware of – sometimes, but rarely, memory cards do fail and if this should happen to you, think about all the files you will have lost. Its not a pleasant experience.
I still have my old memory card, the one that comes with the mobile phone, its a 64mb MMC. I’ve bought another one with larger capacity. I’m using the old MMC for my back up files (mobile applications and eBooks) so I’m switching from the old one to the new MMC. That was before when I don’t have computer access. Nokia 6630 unit is one of the few units that you can open the MMC slot without turning it off. One time, I was charging my phone (I don’t turned it off while charging) and I noticed that something is wrong with my phone so I need to back up my contacts immediately. I did forgot that I was charging at that time, I’ve swap the MMC without pulling off the charger! The new MMC didn’t work at all. I just laugh with my stupidity, when I’ve realized my mistake. Imagine, I’ve fried my memory card! Its a good thing that I still have the MMC warranty and claim it without telling the supplier what really happened.
These are the few tips on taking care of memory card: (as far as I remember)
Don’t fried them!
After several deletion of files, use the compress option using FExplorer
Defragment using a memory card reader and computer occasionally
If you are using Opera third party browser, always delete cache, cookies and history after using it
Back up your files to your computer, to a file host or to your Yahoo briefcase
Never remove your memory card while application is running. Close all running application first.
If you had formatted your MMC using a card reader, format it again on your mobile phone.
How to use Tequila Cat:
