Kobo has published a new firmware update for their first waterproof e-reader and the recently discontinued Glo model in Japan. The updates not only fix a nagging WIFI issue that required constant password input but shed some new light on one of the companies yet announced products.One of the main benefits of the Kobo line of e-readers is that they have a simplified way of … [Read more...] about Kobo H2O and Glo Firmware 3.13.1 Available in Japan
Archives for March 2015
Zinio for Libraries App Makes Borrowing and Reading Easy
Libraries have been focusing on developing digital collections for a number of years. One of the ways they have been doing this is by removing most of their physical magazines and going with companies like Zinio. In the past, it was rather complicated to browse, borrow and read. The overall process has been simplified, with the advent of the new Zinio for Libraries app for … [Read more...] about Zinio for Libraries App Makes Borrowing and Reading Easy
Reading on a Tablet is Bad for your Neck
Serious readers have turned to tablets to read e-books due to the sheer number of apps that have been developed for Android and iOS. Whether you are downloading content from the library or have a subscription to Scribd or Osyter tablet usage is skyrocketing. Recent research has shown that not only is tablet usage causing Melatonin Suppression, but it is also proven to be bad … [Read more...] about Reading on a Tablet is Bad for your Neck
Amazon Kindle Voyage to Launch in India Soon
The Amazon Kindle Voyage e-reader will be launching in India in the next few weeks. Customers will get a chance to purchase either the WIFI only model for Rs. 16,499 or the 3G variant for Rs. 20,499.Amazon first unveiled the Kindle Voyage last September and quickly became a massive success. The six inch e-reader currently has the highest resolution on the market and the 300 … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Voyage to Launch in India Soon
Haikyuu!! Gains Stage Play, Festival, and Two Films
Several months ago, Production I.G announced a series of events coming in 2015 to accompany the second season of Haikyuu!!, the popular volleyball manga. The project is called the Itadaki Project, and was no doubt set in motion to ride the popularity of sports anime, and the particular popularity of Haikyuu!!.Now, a recent announcement has promised a whole slew of Haikyuu!! … [Read more...] about Haikyuu!! Gains Stage Play, Festival, and Two Films
Signs Point to Android Wear Supporting iOS Devices
As smartwatches become more sophisticated, they also become more enticing. Most of us have already chosen whether we play for team Android or team iOS, but thankfully it seems like that will not have to dictate which wearable we can choose. This is especially good news for those of us with iPhones: Apple only has one watch, but Android can boast several options (most of which … [Read more...] about Signs Point to Android Wear Supporting iOS Devices
New Zealanders Might Soon Have to Pay GST on e-Books
New Zealand residents do not have to pay the local 15%Â GST on digital purchases, such as e-books. This might change as Prime Minister John Key announced that his government is looking into forcing overseas companies selling online content to pay the GST.The primary reason why this is becoming a big issue is because recently Netflix announced it would not be charging tax … [Read more...] about New Zealanders Might Soon Have to Pay GST on e-Books
PressReader Offers Free Forbes Daily, Kobo eReaders
PressReader, one of the industry leaders in the all-you-can-read digital magazine and newspaper space, launched two new initiatives this week that will provide free incentives to subscribers for a limited time.The first is the announcement of a joint offer through some of PressReader's content partners, and that's the free Kobo ereader with the purchase of an 18-month … [Read more...] about PressReader Offers Free Forbes Daily, Kobo eReaders
Rovio Disappointed By Declining Profits From Angry Birds Franchise
Since 2009 it has been difficult to throw a stone and not hit something branded with Angry Birds. It may have started with a single video game, but it quickly branched into a wide array of consumer products (including toys, clothing, sweets, and bedding). That said, nobody can accuse the Angry Birds developers at Rovio of lacking ambition --they are taking aim at the likes of … [Read more...] about Rovio Disappointed By Declining Profits From Angry Birds Franchise
How to Install Flash on your Kindle Fire or Alternative Android Tablet
Adobe has discontinued Flash support and many modern tablets do not have Flash enabled, instead rely on HTML5. Many websites such as Twitch and others depend on Flash to play video and music. The Amazon line of Fire tablets do not have Adobe Flash support by default and users must install it themselves. Today, we take a look at how you can install it on your tablet.Kindle … [Read more...] about How to Install Flash on your Kindle Fire or Alternative Android Tablet
Top Literary Prizes Unfavorable to Asian Authors
Nury Vittachi, chairman of the Asia Pacific Writers and Translators Association said that the Man Booker Prize and Pulitzer Prize are unfavorable for Asian authors.  He might have a point because the former is limited to works published in the United Kingdom, while the Pulitzer is only for authors with American passports.  This has prompted the creation of the World Readers' … [Read more...] about Top Literary Prizes Unfavorable to Asian Authors
How Will People Read Books 20 Years from Now?
In the last ten years we have seen a dramatic shift from exclusively reading the print editions of books to the e-book. e-Readers, smartphones and tablets have all gained mainstream acceptance and many apps have been developed to optimize the overall experience. Today, Good e-Reader Research looks at how our reading habits might change 20 years from now.Over the course of … [Read more...] about How Will People Read Books 20 Years from Now?
The First Look at Attack On Titan’s Live Action Movie
After three agonizing months of silence after the release of the Attack on Titan Live Action poster was revealed, and a look at who the main cast will be, we finally get a short sneak peak at the exciting post apocalyptic upcoming feature.The short teaser was shown on a segment on a Japanese variety show, which after was posted to youtube quite quickly. The movie clip is … [Read more...] about The First Look at Attack On Titan’s Live Action Movie