Legible Partners with ACCESS Europe to Bring eBooks and Audiobooks to Connected Vehicles

Legible (CSE: READ) (OTCQB: LEBGF) (FSE: D0T) (“Legible or “the Company”), an innovative online bookstore dedicated to accessible and immersive digital reading experiences, and ACCESS Europe GmbH are excited to announce that Legible’s solutions and content have been integrated with the ACCESS Twine™ for Car App Store, a leading global platform for in-vehicle digital content.

The ACCESS Twine™ for Car (Twine4Car) platform, designed to offer an all-encompassing in-car infotainment experience, is utilized by major automotive manufacturers worldwide and enables seamless access to entertainment and media, transforming the in-car experience. This partnership brings Legible’s extensive collection of eBooks and audiobooks directly to drivers and passengers of connected cars, enhancing their in-car entertainment options. With the integration of Legible’s digital content service in Twine4Car, users have access to a vast selection of popular and diverse eBook as well as audiobook titles directly from the comfort of their vehicles.

“This collaboration with ACCESS allows us to bring our mission of accessible, sustainable reading to the forefront of the automotive industry,” said Kaleeg Hainsworth, CEO of Legible. “We are thrilled to be part of the innovative Twine4Car platform, reaching drivers and passengers in an entirely new way. Together, we’re making it easier than ever for people to enjoy high-quality literature, whether they’re on the road or at home.”

The ACCESS Twine4Car App Store is a comprehensive media and entertainment platform that integrates video, audio, games, and now, Legible’s unique offerings of eBooks and audiobooks, into a single, cohesive interface within vehicles. Users can access Legible’s subscription options and exclusive offerings, including a wide selection of titles that support personal and professional growth, cultural awareness, and entertainment.

With its commitment to accessible reading, Legible aligns perfectly with the ACCESS mission to enhance connectivity and user experience in vehicles. This partnership underscores Legible’s expansion efforts and dedication to providing a unique and valuable resource for people on the go, reaching new subscribers everywhere.

“Our partnership with Legible underscores ACCESS Europe’s dedication to transforming the in-car experience with rich, user-focused digital content,” said Masahiro Aono, CEO of ACCESS Europe. “Integrating Legible’s extensive library of eBooks and audiobooks into ACCESS Twine™ for Car allows automotive OEMs to offer an enhanced infotainment option that engages both drivers and passengers, adding new value to the in-vehicle experience.”

About ACCESS Europe
ACCESS Europe GmbH, based in Oberhausen, Germany, is a subsidiary of ACCESS CO., LTD. (ACCESS), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (Prime Market, Index 4813). Since 1984, ACCESS has been a leader in mobile and network software technologies, providing advanced IT solutions to a broad spectrum of industries, including telecom, consumer electronics, broadcast, publishing, automotive, and energy infrastructure. ACCESS solutions have been deployed globally on over 1.5 billion devices.

Through its NetFront, NetRange and Twine solution portfolios, ACCESS Europe supplies appstores, software components and content services to the world’s largest automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, broadcasters, video distributors and consumer electronics manufacturers.[nbsp]

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https://www.access-company.com/en and/or https://twine4car.com or https://twine4tv.com

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About Legible
Legible is a trailblazing, mobile-centric global company specializing in eBook and audiobook entertainment. Through extensive partnerships with four of the Big 5 Publishers, the world’s largest eBook distributors, and outstanding publishers of all sizes, Legible delivers millions of eBooks and audiobooks, transforming any smart device into a source of cutting-edge infotainment.

Recent releases include My Model Kitchen – Vol. 2: Vegetables – The Garden of Earthly Delights, the second of 15 video-enriched Living Cookbooks by former supermodel, bestselling author, TV host, and celebrity chef Cristina Ferrare, featuring an AI Sous Chef for each recipe. The Living Cookbooks and Ms. Ferrare have been featured in various major media outlets including twice on the very popular Drew Barrymore Show, where she dazzles viewers with her culinary expertise while utilizing the AI Sous Chef interactive component.

As a first mover in the rapidly expanding automotive infotainment market, Legible has partnered with media providers Faurecia Aptoide, Harman Ignite, LiveOne, Visteon, and now ACCESS Twine4Car. Legible boasts the only Android Automotive app that can deliver both audiobooks and eBooks to drivers and passengers in tens of millions of vehicles worldwide, positioning the Company at the forefront of in-car infotainment experiences.

Legible won the 2024 EdTech Breakthrough Award for eLearning Innovation of the Year. Committed to reshaping the digital publishing landscape, Legible is poised to gain significant market share through its innovative 21st-century publishing solutions and enriched reading experiences. Visit www.legible.com/ to explore how eBooks come to life.