Many people are fleeing the Amazon Kindle ecosystem due to several controversies. For example, Amazon killed the ability to use USB File Transfers to back up Kindle books on a local computer. Kindle for PC used to allow for the same thing, but Amazon forced an update, so this functionality was lost, too. Not to mention, they discontinued all the services, like Kindle Vella and … [Read more...] about Where is the best way to buy ebooks that aren’t Amazon
Amazon Offering Prime Members Two Free e-Books This Month
For hardcore bookworms, there can't be anything better than the offer of a free e-book. Things get even more special when the book in question happens to be one that is yet to reach the mass market, which means you are going to be among the first to have access to it. Amazon has such an offer going as part of its First Reads program and the best thing here is that this month, … [Read more...] about Amazon Offering Prime Members Two Free e-Books This Month
TokyoPop Launches Reward Program – TokyoPop Rewards
TokyoPop announced it has introduced a new rewards program named TokyoPop Rewards, ComicsBeat reported. This will let fans earn rewards via the company website which can then be redeemed on future orders. Activities such as making purchases, referring your friends, or sharing content with others will help you accumulate points. You can check out the company website for details … [Read more...] about TokyoPop Launches Reward Program – TokyoPop Rewards
One Piece Day to be Held in Texas This Year, First to be Held Outside Japan
One Piece fans are in for a special treat this year. The annual One Piece Day celebrations that are traditionally held in Japan and have been attracting a growing number of visitors from across the globe during summer will be held in Dallas, Texas this year. As GameRant reported, this marks the first time the event is going to be held outside Japan. To make the event even more … [Read more...] about One Piece Day to be Held in Texas This Year, First to be Held Outside Japan
Museum in Taiwan Introduces Robotic Arms-Mounted e-Paper Display
The Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts in Taiwan has announced it is introducing E Ink display billboards in the museum campus to create a sustainable and low-carbon environment within the museum, the website tw.news.yahoo.com reported. This can be considered part of its commitment to the environment and promoting means to reduce carbon emissions, conserve natural resources, and … [Read more...] about Museum in Taiwan Introduces Robotic Arms-Mounted e-Paper Display
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet Now Selling For Half the Price
Amazon is now offering the 2022 model Fire HD 8 Kids tablet for a flat 50 percent discount. That makes it one of the most lucrative deals to avail of if you are in the market for a kids-oriented tablet device. With the discount, the 64 GB version of the tablet can be yours for just $89.99. It is the cheapest the tablet has been in recent times and can be considered quite a … [Read more...] about Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet Now Selling For Half the Price
Voxblock Launches ‘Stories for Schools’ Competition in the UK to Promote Audiobooks
Voxblock, the manufacturer of screen-free audiobook player has announced a 'Stories for Schools' competition in the UK where the winning school will be offered a Voxblock Mini player along with an assortment of audiobooks that have been carefully selected to complement their educational endeavors, the publication Edinburg News reported. The company said this forms part of its … [Read more...] about Voxblock Launches ‘Stories for Schools’ Competition in the UK to Promote Audiobooks
Amazon Alexa+ will cost $19.99 per month
Amazon's new and improved version of Alexa is called Alexa+. The next-generation upgrade is more conversational, can execute complex tasks, and is more personalized. While the rollout starts next month on select Echo Show devices, Amazon claims it will eventually be available on every Alexa-powered device the company has shipped. It will cost $20 monthly but is free for Amazon … [Read more...] about Amazon Alexa+ will cost $19.99 per month
The Amazon Kindle Download and Transfer via USB is Discontinued
Amazon has discontinued the Download & Transfer via USB option today. The company let people know the platform would shut off a few weeks ago. This change affects all Kindles associated with a customer's account, so this is not just new Kindles but every Kindle ever made. This is a severe blow to users who wanted local backups of their books; now everything is wholly housed on … [Read more...] about The Amazon Kindle Download and Transfer via USB is Discontinued
Marvel Insider Rewards are being discontinued on March 3, 2025
Marvel Insider is a rewards program launched in 2016. It allows comic book readers to gain points through Marvel-related purchases and experiences and redeem them for various unique rewards, from physical comics and merchandise to digital downloads, games, and more. Marvel has announced that Insiders is being discontinued on March 3, 2025. After that date, you will no longer be … [Read more...] about Marvel Insider Rewards are being discontinued on March 3, 2025