# Weightless eReaders Android eReader Tablets by Velocity Micro Are Perfect For Students By Zoe Badley | Published 2010-07-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velocity-micro References: [buzz-beast](http://www.buzz-beast.com/2010/07/velocity-micro-affordable-android-ereader-tablets.html#more-8757) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Znry0q_yo3M&feature=player_embedded) When it comes to technology, Androids and eReaders are becoming among the hottest items out on the market. [Velocity Micro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avataar) has just announced that they will soon be releasing new Android-powered mobile devices. Included in the launch is the Cruz Reader, which is similar to an eReader but features a [touchscreen display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eazeye-paper-20), a sleek design, more storage and multimedia features. Another is the 7” Cruz Reader, which is perfect for students since it weighs under a pound and is only a half-inch thick. It also features web browsing and video playback. Be sure to check out the video for more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Android-powered Mobile Devices:** The launch of Android-powered mobile devices, such as the Cruz Reader, provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for the mobile device industry. - **Ereaders with Touchscreen Display:** The development of eReaders with touchscreen display creates a new trend in the eReader industry, calling for companies to implement similar features to compete. - **Lightweight Ereaders:** The creation of lightweight eReaders like the 7" Cruz Reader presents an opportunity for eReader companies to focus on designing products that are lighter and more portable. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobile Device:** The launch of Android-powered mobile devices has disrupted the mobile device industry, calling for competitors to develop similar products that utilize Android technology. - **Ereader:** The development of eReaders with touchscreen display creates a new trend in the eReader industry, calling for companies to implement similar features to compete. - **Education:** The release of the lightweight and portable 7" Cruz Reader provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for the education industry, allowing for easier access to digital textbooks and online learning resources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid eReader Tablet Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durobo-krono.md) - [Pocket-Sized Smartphone-Like eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moaan-inkpalm-mini-plus-2.md) - [Multifunctional Compact E-Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-ereader.md) - [Miniature Electric Ink Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boox-tab-mini-c.md) - [Stylus-Friendly eReader Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kobo-elipsa-2e.md) - [Pocket Smart Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipaper-reader.md) - [Powerful Handheld eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boox-palma-2.md) - [Multi-Position eInk Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-boox-note-air4-c.md) - [Full-Color Notebook-Like eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-boox-nova-air-c.md)