"Digital editions" refers to electronic versions or formats of printed materials, such as books, magazines, or newspapers, that can be accessed and read on electronic devices like computers, tablets, or e-readers. Full definition
So the goal of digital editions of consumer magazines is really not to increase readership or earn extra circulation dollars so much as to maintain that rate base. (talkingnewmedia.com)
35 % of all audiobooks are free, so you can likely get a number of digital editions for free, without having the pay any money. (goodereader.com)
In addition, the publisher can publish digital editions from the print book formats immediately in seconds. (goodereader.com)