eSobi
| Developer(s) | esobi Inc. |
|---|---|
| Stable release | 2.5.5.305
/ January 18, 2008 |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows (including Windows Mobile), Android |
| Type | Aggregator |
| License | Shareware |
| Website | www |
eSobi is an integrated desktop-based information management tool and a standalone news aggregator delivered with worldwide Acer computers. eSobi is a shareware application and the full version of eSobi consists of four functions: (1) an RSS reader, (2) a podcast receiver, (3) a meta-search engine, and (4) a data library.
eSobi supports both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7[1] and Windows Vista,[2] as well as Windows XP.
History[edit]
eSobi was first developed by esobi Inc. of Taipei, Taiwan in 2006 for Windows computers. It started out as the very first in the market to combine an RSS reader, a meta-search engine, and a scrapbook all in one application, aiming to ease information overload of the Web. Recent updates (September 2009) added a podcast receiver and features a new UI design.
Since 2008, Acer has bundled the simpler version of eSobi on its computers, including the popular netbook Acer Aspire One.[3] This version of eSobi includes only the RSS reader and data library; both are free with the purchase of Acer computers.[4] eSobi is also the software partner of Transcend Information, Inc. and the 90-day trial version is delivered with selected Transcend's JetFlash USB flash drives.[5]
eSobi for Windows Mobile and Android platforms are also available.
Reviews[edit]
eSobi received a CNET Download.com 5-star editor’s review[6] and a Softpedia 4-star “Very Good” editor’s review in 2009.[7]
Features of eSobi for Windows PC[edit]
- An RSS reader that handles feed subscriptions
- News Watch for monitoring news of targeted topics set by keywords
- Full-page, summary, and text-only reading modes
- Offline readability
- A podcast receiver with a download manager
- A built-in Windows Media Player for quick play of audio and video files
- A meta-search tool for retrieving results from multiple search engines simultaneously
- A quick search tool for finding information by category (RSS feeds, blogs, travel, shopping, answers, etc.)
- Automatic RSS feeds detection during browsing
- Search History for storing entire search results including keywords and tabs
- A data library where users can store, categorize, organize, edit and view web pages offline
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ "Windows 7 Compatibility Center - eSobi". Microsoft.
- ^ "Windows Vista Compatibility Center - eSobi". Microsoft.
- ^ "eSobi Keeps Acer Users Up-to-date with World Headlines". Reuters. March 2009. Archived from the original on 2012-09-07.
- ^ "eSobi Software End User License Agreement". Acer Inc.
- ^ "Transcend JetFlash Software Guide - eSobi". Transcend Information, Inc.
- ^ "CNET editors' rating: 5 stars". Download.com. 2009-12-01.
- ^ "Advanced News Reading". Softpedia.com. 2009-07-24.