9/6/2017 UPDATE:
The September 6 release has been delayed to ensure proper communication of an expected increase in system downtime. The RBdigital update will now start around 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, September 13.
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We received the following update from RBdigital, the company behind Zinio and RBdigital audiobooks (formerly OneClickdigital):
Over the coming weeks, RBdigital web and mobile app updates will provide new features while correcting app issues identified by patrons and librarians.
RBdigital Web Updates
The update for RBdigital will start around 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, September 6. This update may take up to six hours to complete, and during this period service disruptions on the web are expected for RBdigital audiobooks and eBooks. This update will not affect RBdigital Gateway or other RBdigital services.The RBdigital web release will deliver a number of new features, including suggestive search and recommended title lists.
- Suggestive search makes it easier for users to find their favorite titles. Results pop up while users type their search criteria.
- Recommended title lists show suggested titles based on users’ favorite genres.
RBdigital Mobile App Updates
In the coming weeks, an update to the RBdigital mobile app will add the following features:
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Suggestive search makes it easier for users to find their favorite titles. Results pop up while users type their search criteria.
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Recommended title lists show suggested titles based on users’ favorite genres.
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Checkout and Download buttons for magazines have been redesigned to make downloading even easier.
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The Audiobook Player redesign, which includes adjustable playback speed, increases usability for patrons.