Blackberry is going to be launching their first smartphone that doesn't use their own operating system November 6th. The Blackberry Priv runs the Android OS and pre-orders begin today. Pricing is different depending in what country you live in, but its going to cost you $699 US, £559, or CA$899.Blackberry has also posted the official specs for their new flagship phone. … [Read more...] about Blackberry Priv costs $699 and Ships November 6th
Archives for October 2015
Epic! has over 10 million kids e-books read in one year
Epic! launched their Unlimited Books for Kids service in early 2014. They have been lost in the shuffle due to the media frenzy that surrounded Oyster, Entitle, Scribd and Kindle Unlimited. Epic! has been slowly building momentum because they are one of the few companies that exclusively target the kids market, and with Scholastic abandoning the space with their Storia … [Read more...] about Epic! has over 10 million kids e-books read in one year
Would you Root the new Barnes and Noble Glowlight Plus?
Barnes and Noble has been making e-readers and tablets since 2009 and people have been rooting the Android operating system ever since. The last e-reader to be released in 2013 only had Android 2.1, so there was not much willingness in the hacker community to unlock the bootloader. The Nook Glowlight Plus on the other hand has Android 4.4, which makes it very compelling to … [Read more...] about Would you Root the new Barnes and Noble Glowlight Plus?
Crowd Funding Campaign for the Ultimate e-reader
Unlike tablets and phones, dedicated e-readers don’t distract you with social media, emails, and text messages. They don’t beep at you or tire your eyes when you read for hours at a time. By design, e-readers are purpose-built for reading and create a sanctuary so you can lose yourself in a book.The big trend in e-reader development over the course of the last four years is … [Read more...] about Crowd Funding Campaign for the Ultimate e-reader
Top 15 Tech Gifts for 2015
Best Buy has just released data from a study conducted in the US that took a look at what people added to their online wishlist for the upcoming holiday season. The survey found that technology is the top-ranked category for gift giving and receiving. Self-gifting was also factored into the survey thanks to the highly discounted nature of holiday shopping. No matter who you … [Read more...] about Top 15 Tech Gifts for 2015
Can Joe Konrath Save Libraries?
Bestselling author Joe Konrath is mostly known for his Jack Daniels thriller novels or Codename: Chandler. If you follow digital publishing or a self-published author he regularly keeps his blog updated and lambastes everyone from the Authors Guild to Amazon. Konrath is currently developing a stealth project called eBooks are Forever and he is trying to change the way libraries … [Read more...] about Can Joe Konrath Save Libraries?
When will e-reader companies Adopt IMX7?
Freescale has always played a major role in the evolution of the e-reader industry. The companies processors have powered the very first Kindle and continue to play a central role on the Kindle Voyage the Barnes and Noble Nook Glowlight Plus. In June, Freescale announced a major innovation, the IMX 7 dual core processor, which will change the game. How will Amazon, B&N and … [Read more...] about When will e-reader companies Adopt IMX7?
YouTube Red is a $9.99 Subscription that disables ads
YouTube has unveiled a new subscription system that disables all advertising for $9.99 per month. This will appeal to people who spend a copious amount of time watching videos or listening to musical playlists.If you are the type that tends to listen to a lot of music on YouTube, there is going to be a new YouTube Music app for Android that will be available soon. It will … [Read more...] about YouTube Red is a $9.99 Subscription that disables ads
DisneyLife e-book subscription service launching in the UK
Disney is going to be launching a Netflix for e-books subscription service in the United Kingdom for £9.99. Not only will it have hundreds of e-books, but also movies. Pixar’s entire catalog will be available, as well as classic films such as Snow White and The Jungle Book.DisneyLife is being billed first and foremost as a mobile service, aimed at iOS and Android devices, … [Read more...] about DisneyLife e-book subscription service launching in the UK
Barnes and Noble Nook Glowlight Plus Now Available
Barnes and Noble has just unveiled the first new e-Reader since 2013, the Nook Glowlight Plus. The intention behind this device is to bring back the glory days, when the bookseller first got into the hardware industry and their name carried a lot of weight. When Barnes and Noble first started developing e-readers, they had a very unique design that stood out in a crowded … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Nook Glowlight Plus Now Available
Amazon should start directly distributing eBooks to libraries
Libraries are at a crossroads when it comes to offering e-books. Major publishers have draconian policies where they sell books to libraries at a 500% markup or impose limitations have 26 checkouts before the library has to buy the book again. In a few short years libraries are spending double or triple the amount on digital and something needs to be done to convince the … [Read more...] about Amazon should start directly distributing eBooks to libraries
How is Blackberry going to Secure the Priv Smartphone?
Blackberry for the first time will be forgoing their own operating system and is fully embracing Android on the upcoming Priv smartphone. How exactly does the company intend on providing security for their corporate customers, as well as the average user? Blackberry today outlined a number of enhancements and features.BlackBerry's Hardware Root of Trust, a unique … [Read more...] about How is Blackberry going to Secure the Priv Smartphone?
Top 10 Must Read e-Books for November 2015
This November a massive amount of new e-books will be released by big name authors. There are so many coming out, that it is often hard to sort through a bunch of different websites and book lists. The intention behind the Good e-Reader Essential Reads List is to give you a sense on what is coming out next month. We also include Buy it Now buttons, so you can easily purchase it … [Read more...] about Top 10 Must Read e-Books for November 2015
Icarus Illumina XL 8 inch e-reader available this November
Icarus has been making e-readers since 2012 and they have been one of the early pioneers of making very accessible devices. They pioneered open Android on their complete line of products, not locking you into an walled garden, but instead allows you to install any Android app you want. The company has a new e-reader that will be available this November, called the Illumina … [Read more...] about Icarus Illumina XL 8 inch e-reader available this November
Barnes and Noble Facing Lawsuit for Defective Nook Charger Cords
Barnes and Noble proprietary charging cables for e-readers and tablets are notoriously defective. Thousands of users have reported that they break really easy and once the one year warranty is up, you have to spend $12 to buy a new set. A new class action lawsuit claims that The Barnes & Noble knowingly sold Nook e-readers and tablets with defective charging devices, rendering … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Facing Lawsuit for Defective Nook Charger Cords
Staples Discounts Kindle e-readers by $20
Amazon announced a three day $20 discount on their modern line of Kindle e-readers and it looks like Staples has followed suit. The big box retailer is offering the Kindle Basic Touch, which normally retails for $79, is now on sale for $59. The Kindle Paperwhite 3 normally costs $119 and is now on sale for $99.One of the benefits about ordering the Kindle from Staples is … [Read more...] about Staples Discounts Kindle e-readers by $20