eBookwise - 1150 Works with Mac OS X

Here is a copy of the response to questions I asked on the Fictionwise mailing list about how the eBookwise 1150 device works.

Brad Enslen wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> I have a couple of questions on how these devices
> work. The product specifications say: "Built-in modem
> and USB ports: Use a phone line or USB to instantly
> receive desired content. No linkage with a PC is
> required for phone connection."
>
> So here are my questions:
>
> 1. With the USB port, will this work with a Mac OS X
> computer?
>
> 2. "No linkage with a PC is required for phone
> connection." So if I connect to the internet via cable
> can I still download books via phone connection?
>
> Best,
>
> Brad

The response:

Hi Brad,

It's just like a GEB 1150. You can plug it into a phone line and it
dials out on a tollfree number to the server to grab the books you've
bought. But if you have a cable modem, it would be a lot faster to use
that connection to download your books.

Yes, the USB drivers for the device support OS X.

-Steve P.

These were questions that I had wondered about on my previous post.

I'm gratified with that response. eBookwise might just end up selling me one of these devices. I don't really need it because I have my PDA, but I have to admit I am curious, plus that $100 price tag is just too good. Ebookwise claims they will make other models available, but I bet they might cost more. I might have to indulge myself for Christmas and buy one of these.