Good e-Reader broke the story that Barnes and Noble was developing the Nook Glowlight 4 and it looks like all of our data was correct. The bookseller is going to be releasing this new e-reader on December 8th and will retail for $149.99. Customers will be able to purchase it at over 600 bookstores in the United States and online at BN.com. If you want to protect your Nook, … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about the B&N Nook Glowlight 4
First Look at the Onyx Boox Leaf e-reader
The Onyx Boox Leaf came out in late November and it is dedicated ebook reader with no taking functionality. You will be able to sideload in your own ebook collection in a myriad of formats, and read them right on the device. If you already have an extensive collection that you purchased on Amazon, Kobo, Nook, Scribd or Audible, you can install these apps directly from Google … [Read more...] about First Look at the Onyx Boox Leaf e-reader
Vivo Pad tipped to come with Snapdragon 870 SoC, to arrive in early-2022
Among the several new tablet devices set to be launched in the coming weeks and months is the Vivo Pad. This will also mark the Chinese manufacturer's first foray into the tablet segment. However, instead of launching an entry-level tablet, as is the usual strategy of most other manufacturers, Vivo Pad is shaping up to pose a challenge to even the flagship tablets out … [Read more...] about Vivo Pad tipped to come with Snapdragon 870 SoC, to arrive in early-2022
Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 with 120Hz display spotted online
Here is the tale of a tablet that could have been a reality but seems to have stopped just short of that. It is the MatePad Pro 12.6 from Huawei that is being referred to here. The Chinese manufacturer had launched the tablet earlier in the year though that included a 12.6-inch display having a 60 Hz refresh rate. Now, as GizmoChina reported, an engineering sample has been … [Read more...] about Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 with 120Hz display spotted online
E INK is trying to solve the EPD crisis. Will it work?
E INK is suffering from a massive electronic paper display shortage that is affecting most players in the e-reader industry. Their largest factory is based in China and has been operating at limited capacity due to COVID. The local government took strict measures to control traffic and people’s mobility, and consequently, production at the factory has decreased a great deal. In … [Read more...] about E INK is trying to solve the EPD crisis. Will it work?
Upcoming tablets slated for launch in 2022
While the tablet market witnessed a resurgence of sorts thanks to the pandemic, the same is set to reach new heights in 2022. Companies have lined up quite a few tablet devices of different shapes and sizes for launch next year. The upcoming tablets will also cater to different price segments, from or usage scenarios, from being pure entertainment devices to being geared … [Read more...] about Upcoming tablets slated for launch in 2022
Upcoming Huawei e-reader/ e-note gets 3C certifications, supports 22.5W fast charging
There have been rumors before which claimed Huawei is slated to launch a slew of new products by end-December. Among those included an e-paper device which is speculated to be either an e-reader or an e-note. Rumors mills also claimed the Chinese manufacturer will be introducing a new digital paper display technology though unfortunately, there is very little that we know of … [Read more...] about Upcoming Huawei e-reader/ e-note gets 3C certifications, supports 22.5W fast charging
Audiobooks are growing like crazy in the UK
According to figures released by the Publishers Association and revealed by The BookSeller, there has been considerable growth in audiobook and fiction sales in the UK during the first six months in 2020 compared to the same period for the preceding year. Specifically, audiobook sales during the first half of the year witnessed a sharp 71 percent growth compared to the same … [Read more...] about Audiobooks are growing like crazy in the UK
Barnes and Noble Nook Glowlight 4 cases are now available
Barnes and Noble is getting ready to announce the Nook Glowlight 4 in the next few days. This new e-reader will be six inches and have a 300 PPI screen. It will be running a quadcore processor, 32GB of storage, USB-C and physical page turn buttons. The official cases for the new Nook are now available to purchase on the B&N website and come in black and silver. They will … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Nook Glowlight 4 cases are now available
New E-Paper ESL powered by perovskite solar technology launched
E-Paper is already known for its extreme power efficiency though the Poland-based perovskite solar developer, Saule Technologies seems to have found to way to take things to a new level. According to the company, they have developed the technology to integrate e-paper Electronic Shelf Labels with Perovskite solar panels which makes it only one of its kind in the world. The … [Read more...] about New E-Paper ESL powered by perovskite solar technology launched
Bigme B1 Pro Plus Color E INK Writing Slate Review
The Bigme B1 Pro Plus is the first 10.3-inch digital note taking device with an E INK Kaleido 2 e-paper panel, that can display thousands of different colors. It is compatible with all major EMR/WACOM stylus pens and is fully capable of 4,096 degrees of pressure sensitivity. What is more impressive, this device is running Android 11 and has English. This makes it fully relevant … [Read more...] about Bigme B1 Pro Plus Color E INK Writing Slate Review
Turkey’s largest audiobook platform planning to go bigger with fresh investment
Having secured 515,000 euros in fresh funding, the Turkish audiobook platform, Dinlebi is now planning to expand its operations both within the country and outside. As it is, Dinlebi already happens to be the largest audiobook service provider in Turkey and the latest investment will help it grow further.As Daily Sabah reported, the fresh round of investment was led by Adem … [Read more...] about Turkey’s largest audiobook platform planning to go bigger with fresh investment
Podimo audiobook platform raises $78 million in Series B funding
Podimo, the Copenhagen based podcast and audiobook platform announced they have completed $78 million Series B funding. The company said they are going to utilize the fund in expanding its reach to more markets worldwide. The platform is currently active in parts of Europe which includes Denmark, Spain, Germany, and Norway along with the entire Latin American region.CEO … [Read more...] about Podimo audiobook platform raises $78 million in Series B funding
