Would you like to know how to load your gadget with free audiobooks and music? Let us help! Learn how to download songs that are yours to keep and how to access audiobooks, e-books, and videos 24/7. You’ll also learn about the Apple iPad, iPod touch and other mobile devices.
Browse the Library's Mobile-Friendly Resources page for a collection of Library-related online resources for your smartphone and mobile device. Try OCLS Shake It!, Mango Mobile, or one of the many others available. This list is growing, so check it often!
Quick Response codes are made of a two dimensional bar or matrix code that can link to large amounts of data when scanned into your mobile device. Visit our QR Codes page to browse a list of QR reader mobile applications.
Find thousands of e-books from every genre and you'll never need to worry about late fees or waiting on a hold. Read on your computer or take the book with you on a compatible e-reader, smartphone, or tablet!
Download free and legal music from the Library. Every week you can download three songs using your library card and PIN. Downloaded music can be transferred to your mobile device.
Enjoy e-books and audiobooks on your compatible mobile device. OverDrive can be used without connecting your mobile device to a computer by downloading the OverDrive Media Console for your Android, BlackBerry, iOS device (iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch), or Windows Phone 7 mobile device from the download page or app store for your smartphone.
Keep summaries of classic books in your pocket. Plot summary, character analysis, themes, and symbolism are all included. Quiz yourself before your next test or just to prove you are a literary genius! Find Shmoop guides for your iPhone, Amazon Kindle, Barnes & Noble Nook, or Sony Reader. Visit Google Play for Android compatible downloads.
Mobile Photos
Update your online photo albums from your mobile device using Flickr! or Picasa. To get started type in the following links into your mobile phone:
If you have an Android or Apple iOS device (iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch), try the free Instagram application. Take photos, add effects, and share instantly. Google Play | iTunes | Website
Read about using your iPad or iPhone and getting the most out of it. For advanced users, also find books about iPad and iPhone application development.
Use this handy online tool on your mobile device to do all of your social bookmarking on the go. Keep track of your favorite websites and share them through your favorite social media applications. Just type "smub.it/" before a URL to get started.
Technology Blogs
Here are some of the most popular technology blogs in their mobile form. These blogs cover mobile devices along with many other technology trends.
Many Internet search engines have mobile versions of their start pages. Users can check their email or search the Web with their mobile devices from these specially formatted pages. Here are just a few:
Use this service to discover new places around you. Connect with friends and share tips about your favorite places. You can also check out the Library on foursquare. Visit m.foursquare.com with your mobile device, or get the free application for Android or Apple iOS: Google Play | iTunes | Website
Become a fan of the Library on Facebook! Check out photos, share comments, and get updates about upcoming Library events. Visit m.facebook.com with your mobile device, or get the free application for Android or Apple iOS: Google Play | iTunes | Website
Hear about OCLS upcoming events, special announcements and other tweets on the OCLS Twitter pages. Follow @oclslibrary, @oclsyouth, and @oclsteen. Visit m.facebook.com with your mobile device, or get the free application for Android or Apple iOS: Google Play | iTunes | Website
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