There once was a dream in Germany that local businesses could band together to combat the Amazon threat. The Seattle company controls 75% of the digital book market in the US and 95% in the United Kingdom. Germans did not want a foreign company to have that much clout and the dream was realized. Weltbild, Hugendubel, Bertelsmann Club, Deutsche Telekom and Thalia all formed a … [Read more...] about Self-Publish Your e-Books in Germany via Tolino
Archives for April 2015
Windows 10 Rumoured to Support Android Apps
There are few things a tech geek likes more than a good rumour, so news that Windows 10 devices (like smartphones, tables, and PCs) may be able to run Android apps is a rather exciting possibility. If we are lucky, this possibility will be confirmed at the upcoming Microsoft Build 2015 conference being held in San Francisco. We don't know much about how it would work or what … [Read more...] about Windows 10 Rumoured to Support Android Apps
Google Starts Innovation Fund for Digital Publishers in Europe
Google has started a digital news initiative in conjunction with eight major newspaper publishers. The aim is to develop new products and services that will gain more eyeballs on their publications. When it comes to search in Europe, Google enjoys a 90% market-share and this is garnering some unwanted attention. The European Union is investigating whether or not Google is … [Read more...] about Google Starts Innovation Fund for Digital Publishers in Europe
New ‘Dragon Ball Super’ Aims to Air in July
The first new Dragon Ball TV anime series in 18 years has been announced for a Japanese premiere set for July! The new series based off of the original manga by Akira Toriyama will air on Fuji TV and other Channels on Sundays at 9 AM. The new series being called 'Dragon Ball Super', will take place a few years after the defeat of Majin Buu, when Earth has become peaceful … [Read more...] about New ‘Dragon Ball Super’ Aims to Air in July
Amazon’s Newest Delivery Option: the Trunk of Your Car
Amazon became the retail giant it is today based on a few factors, including deep discounts and customer service. But one of the chief ways the online retailer became a consumer mainstay is in its shipping options. Whether taking advantage of the free or low-cost three-to-five day ground shipping or reaping the free two-day shipping benefits of an Amazon Prime Membership, … [Read more...] about Amazon’s Newest Delivery Option: the Trunk of Your Car
The Author Bullying Saga Just Got Real
Authors have existed pretty much since the dawn of the written word and, without a doubt, someone became a critic shortly after that. Unfortunately, whether the opinion of the critic is harsh or complimentary, someone will most likely take issue with it. Author and reviewer "bullying" has taken on a life of its own in the past few years, and it's led to some pretty crazy … [Read more...] about The Author Bullying Saga Just Got Real
Google Wants to Buy (and Protect) Your Patents
Anybody even halfway paying attention to the news these days will be familiar with patent-trolls and the never-ending quest for patent-owners seeking to protect their ideas from others wishing to capitalize on them. Google understands better than most, and wants to do their part to put an end to that ridiculous (and confusing, and expense, and frustrating) game. By creating a … [Read more...] about Google Wants to Buy (and Protect) Your Patents
Butterfly Wings Key to Reducing Screen Glare
Everybody with a smartphone or tablet understands how difficult it is to read your screen in direct sunlight (or other situations where glare comes into play). It's one of the reasons I turn to my e-reader after all of this time, because at least it does a little better job --but there is no question that the resolution is lacking and it limits the usefulness of the device. … [Read more...] about Butterfly Wings Key to Reducing Screen Glare
Making Sense of Messenger Add-On Apps
All kidding aside, social messaging is as popular as it is powerful. Many people are quick to joke that fans of technology love messaging between mobile devices entirely too much --pushing old fashioned telephone conversations toward extinction. Any grandparent living a distance from their grandchildren will tell you that this new style of messaging bridges gaps unlike any … [Read more...] about Making Sense of Messenger Add-On Apps
Chinese Smartphone Companies to get Worldwide Exposure from Qualcomm
Qualcomm is setting up a new business unit that will help Chinese smartphone makers with getting worldwide exposure. Huawei and Xiaomi are getting a fair amount of attention in the Americas and Europe. Innovative new offerings have encouraged people to forgo mainstream brands like LG, HTC, Sony and Samsung. Qualcomm is betting that it could find companies who have a … [Read more...] about Chinese Smartphone Companies to get Worldwide Exposure from Qualcomm