Not so hot on the heels of its Microsoft-built Windows-based counterpart, the Times Reader beta has been made available for all members of NYTimes.com. Although a Silverlight install is required, it's relatively painless and a small price to pay for Reader's efficient news presentation and old-timey typefaces. There are no subscription fees for now, but Mac users can expect to join the $14.95-a-month party when the software goes final. [NY Times via TUAW]