The tree-friendly iPad

摘要

Purpose - This article aims to describe the impact that iPad ownership by undergraduates may be having at the author's institution.Design/methodology/approach - The article considers the iPad's lightweight nature and crisp display as promoting both its carrying and reading appeal. Findings - The article discusses scenarios fostered by the iPad and emerging tablet products. Originality/value - The article theorizes that a tipping point has been reached regarding the format preference of print and electronic books.