Reading experiences influencing the acceptance of e-book devices. Issue 1 (2nd February 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Park, Eunil; Sung, Jungyeon; Cho, Kwangsu
• Is Part Of: Electronic library. Volume 33:Issue 1(2015)
• Page Start: 120
• Page End: 135
• Publication Date: 2015-02-02
• Subjects: User studies -- User satisfaction -- Books; Digital libraries -- Periodicals; Libraries -- Automation -- Periodicals; 025.00285
• DOI: 10.1108/EL-05-2012-0045
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0264-0473

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: – This paper aims to explore users' perception of, and then intention toward using, e-book devices as new reading devices, based upon an integrated technology acceptance model (TAM), reading engagement based upon flow theory and readability. The recent introduction of e-book devices has drastically changed the way people access and use reading content. However, few studies have explored the impact of reading experience on acceptance of e-book devices. Design/methodology/approach: – A total of 219 participants participated in a survey after using e-book devices to analyze the research model. Findings: – This study confirmed the crucial roles played by viewing experience, perceived mobility, perceived behavioral control, skill and readability. Also perceived usefulness and text satisfaction were found to have a positive and significant association with acceptance of e-book devices. Research limitations/implications: – Implications and suggestions for researchers and manufacturers are also addressed in the present study. Originality/value: – The current study focused on how actual reading experiences using e-book devices influences acceptance of e-book devices, through the triangular integrated model of TAM, reading engagement and readability features, and investigating users' reading experience on the basis of responses to the characteristics of e-book devices.