Google Play Books makes an efficient arrival in Germany

Germans, grab your reading glasses, for it's today that Google is announcing the arrival of Play Books -- complete with the ability to purchase native language texts -- in the land of the Kant and Goethe. Yes, those in Deutschland may now buy and read titles from Google Play Books on their Android or iOS device of choice, and access the service via the web. In addition to Germany, Google's online bookstore is currently open for business in Australia, Canada, Italy, the United Kingdom and the United States. While the company has yet to disclose future markets for expansion, we hear the Bordeaux region is quite beautiful this time of year.Google Play Books makes an efficient arrival in Germany originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 15 Jun 2012 04:28:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Android Police | Google Play (Google+) | Email this | Comments Continue reading at 'Engadget'

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