I acquired an iPhone a few days ago (the local carrier started giving them away for free) and naturally the first applications I installed were ebook readers. And what better book to test reading on a new device than London's most famous book? It's short and holds one's attention admirably.

It's remarkable how much reading one can get in when you always have your reading material with you and easily accessible. Up to now I thought a small paperback book was the most portable option, but I was wrong. You don't carry that around with you 100% of the time, but you always have your phone with you. This transforms every available time into potential reading time, no matter if it's just 5 minutes waiting for a train or an extended break after lunch.

There are lots and lots of old books available for free, and some newer ones. I suppose from now on I'll always have something waiting to be read on my phone. It's nice to know I'm never going to be bored again :)