Welcome to OverDrive Test Drive -- a program that enables your library to demo and lend eBook devices as part of your everyday services, all within publisher copyrights and library lending policies. On this page you'll find everything you need to design your own
Test Drive program.
Be sure to enroll and stay current with the latest Test Drive guidelines and devices.
Agasio DroPad
Model: A8i
Operating System: Android 2.3
Tested: January 2012
The DroPad A8 (also named HeroTab C8) features a 7" display and a 1GHz Samsung Cortex A8 processor. With OverDrive’s mobile app installed, users can borrow eBooks and audiobooks straight from the device. This sturdy tablet offers a multi-touch screen, solid processor, and more for an affordable price.
Test Drive Approved for: All countries
Apple iPad 2
Model: iPad 2
Operating System: iOS 5.0.1
Tested: January 2012
The iPad 2 shows off eBooks and audiobooks from an OverDrive-powered library with a dual-core A5 chip and a 9.7” high resolution multi-touch screen. With its thin design and crisp display, browsing for eBooks and audiobooks with OverDrive’s app is fun and easy.
Test Drive Approved for: All countries
ASUS Eee PC
Model:1025C
Operating System: Windows 7 Starter
Tested: April 2012
The ASUS Eee PC 1025C offers blind and low-vision users a fully configured portable device. When set up for Test Drive, the 1025C uses NVDA, Kindle for PC, and OverDrive Media Console to deliver an accessible experience. The 1025C is small and lightweight, yet offers dual-core performance and up to 12 hours of battery life.
Test Drive Approved for: United States
BlackBerry® PlayBook™
Model: PRD-38548-001
Operating System: PlayBook OS 2.0
Tested: February 2012
The BlackBerry PlayBook offers a 1 GHz dual core processor, 1 GB of RAM, and a 7" multi-touch screen. With OverDrive's mobile app for the PlayBook, users can borrow eBooks and audiobooks straight from the device. Priced at $199 (USD), the PlayBook offers one of the best deals in the tablet market with its beautiful screen and solid build.
Test Drive Approved for: All countries
Kobo Vox™
Model: K0808-KBO-U
Operating System: Android 2.3.3
Tested: February 2012
The Kobo Vox sports a 7" multi-touch screen, 8 GB internal memory, and a comfortable textured back. Install OverDrive's mobile app for Android, and users can borrow eBooks and audiobooks straight from the device. For just $179 (USD), the Vox offers an affordable, easy to use device with nearly unparalleled international presence.
Test Drive Approved for: All countries
Pelican™ HardBack™ Cases
Model: 1075 (small) and 1085 (large)
Tested: March 2012
Pelican cases are rugged, versatile, and convenient. While commonly used by the military, these cases are also consumer friendly -- easy to use, and easy to customize. You can tailor the foam in each case to fit any device securely. Pelican cases are dust-proof, shock-proof, water-proof, and come with a lifetime guarantee.
Test Drive Approved for: All countries
Sony Reader™ Wi-Fi®
Model: PRS-T1
Operating System: Sony proprietary
Tested: December 2011
Sony is first out of the gate with an eBook reader which allows users to wirelessly check out eBooks from an OverDrive-powered library without a computer. The display uses the latest E-Ink® Pearl and Clear Touch Infrared technologies which make for easy-to-read text and a responsive touch screen.
Test Drive Approved for: Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, United Kingdom, United States
Toshiba Thrive™
Model: AT105-T108
Operating System: Android 3.2
Tested: January 2012
The Toshiba Thrive is built around the powerful NVIDIA® Tegra™ 2 system-on-a-chip. With OverDrive’s mobile app installed, users can borrow eBooks and audiobooks straight from the device. The tablet sports a 10.1” high resolution multi-touch screen, dual-core performance, and a slip-resistant back cover that is available in six vibrant colors.
Test Drive Approved for: All countries
