Owl iLibrary iPad Edition Launched
EDMONTON – June 2, 2010 – Hybrid Forge, in partnership with the Yellowhead Regional Library, has released an iPad application, based on the Owl iLibrary software called YourLibrary, to give patrons quick online access to the Regional Library’s collections.
“We’ve already seen the popularity of iPads in Canada soar,” said Chad Smith, of Hybrid Forge. “We were pleased to work with the Yellowhead Library to develop this leading edge app that helps people find titles, reserve materials, renew books and much more. Libraries are so much more than people think and having us work on this app shows leadership in using technology to increase access.”
The Yellowhead Regional Library (YRL) serves more than 250,000 residents in 48 municipalities, and 13,000 students in four school districts. “Because the territory is so expansive, the YourLibrary app can be extremely helpful,” said Kevin Dodds, Director of the Yellowhead Regional Library. “Materials unavailable in one library can be ordered from another library, for example, all from the user’s iPad.”
Watch the Youtube Video on YourLibrary
YourLibrary App Features for Patrons and Librarians:
- Search nearly three million materials in the TRACpac system including books, CDs, DVDs and other materials using a keyword, title, author or ISBN number
- View top 10 fiction and non-fiction listings
- Get advice on selections through the Novelist integrated readers’ advisory service
- Read book reviews written by readers from around the world
- Place, view or cancel holds on items
- Renew materials
- Check the status of the library account, search for other libraries in the YRL
- And, when checking materials out of the library, the app will display the cardholder’s barcode for easy scanning
“We’re hoping to expand the interest in this application – it’s certainly portable and can be customized for any library system.” said Chad. “The app is a free download for everyone, including those in the Yellowhead region – one more reason it’s easy and convenient!”
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Hybrid Forge is an Edmonton-based firm providing comprehensive e-commerce integration, website design, and custom software development. Visit www.hybridforge.com for more.
