The GVIDO dual screen digital sheet music reader was supposed to be released on September 20th 2017, however, the product is now delayed until October 10th 2017. The company has disclosed that the firmware is not ready yet and there seems to be a hardware problem that needs to be addressed.The GVIDO features two 13.3-inch E Ink Carta screens that are grafted together by a … [Read more...] about GVIDO Dual Screen Sheet Music Reader is Delayed
Archives for August 2017
Dasung PaperLike PRO Review
The Dasung Paperlike Pro is a secondary E Ink monitor for your computer, laptop or tablet. This model was designed to be an update from the original model that came out a few years ago. The big selling points is that it has an HDMI port, which negates the need for complex firmware. Users will be able to read, edit code or even watch videos.HardwareThe PaperLike Pro … [Read more...] about Dasung PaperLike PRO Review
What new Kindle will Amazon release this year?
Amazon plans on releasing at least one new e-reader this year. This revelation stems from a recent E Ink Holdings financial report. They proclaim that in the next two quarters their revenues will increase due to an order from Amazon.The Kindle Oasis has recently been discontinued in Canada and the United States. There is no estimated date in which they will be back in … [Read more...] about What new Kindle will Amazon release this year?
E Ink Generates $26 Million in Q2 2017
E Ink has generated $26.6 million in profit for the second quarter of 2017. Gross margin stood at 39.48% for the six-month period, up from 35.16% of a year earlier. One of the big reasons E Ink is doing so well is primarily due to Boyue e-readers from JD in China and electronic shelf labels.E Ink has reported that in the second half of 2017 they will be making significant … [Read more...] about E Ink Generates $26 Million in Q2 2017
D&D Beyond is Utterly Amazing
D&D Beyond is a new online system that sells digital editions of all of the rule books and campaigns. It is a great place to store all of your character sheets so you can make edits and add new spells/skills on the fly. One of the most exciting elements is that it offers a marketplace where Dungeon Masters can sell their homebrew modules.Many people have tablets and … [Read more...] about D&D Beyond is Utterly Amazing
Barnes and Noble Unveils Podcasts and Nook First Look
Barnes and Noble has just launched a new e-book promotional system called Nook First Look that offers readers a chance to buy e-books at a discount before they are released to the public. Every month the bookseller will release two or three different titles and offer varying degrees of savings.This month B&N is offering Secret Lives of Husbands and Wives by Josie Brown via … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Unveils Podcasts and Nook First Look
Scribd Launches Curated Lists by Gretchen Rubin, Tim Ferriss, and Walter Isaacson
Scribd has just launched an author advisory council with a bunch of popular authors.Gretchen Rubin Tim Ferriss, and Walter Isaacson will develop curated reading lists and will participate in select events. One of the most important aspects about the Advisory Council is that these authors will keep Scribd up to date on the important trends in the publishing industry and help … [Read more...] about Scribd Launches Curated Lists by Gretchen Rubin, Tim Ferriss, and Walter Isaacson
ReMarkable e-Reader is going to ship on August 29th
The 10.3 inch ReMarkable ereader has been in development for many years and the company has announced that they will begin shipping 11,000 units to people who pre-ordered in on August 29th.This dedicated note taking device has garnered a tremendous amount of buzz, primarily due to their high-friction pen tip that has over 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity, but it costs … [Read more...] about ReMarkable e-Reader is going to ship on August 29th
Everything you need to know about the 2018 Audie Awards
The first deadline for the 2018 Audie Awards are due August 22nd 2017 for audiobooks published from November 1, 2016 to July 31, 2017. The second phase is due October 17, 2017 and includes all titles issued from August 1, 2017 through October 31, 2017. Finalists will be notified February 2018 and the Audie Award ceremony will occur May 31st 2018 in New York.How to submit … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about the 2018 Audie Awards
Audible has launched a 2 for 1 Audiobook Sale
Audible is running a two for one audiobook sale for people who are paying a monthly subscription or have signed up for a free 30 day trial. You will be able to purchase one audio title at a discount and get another one completely for free. They have a special landing page for the 2 for 1 program and there are a number of great titles by solid narrators. Time is of the essence … [Read more...] about Audible has launched a 2 for 1 Audiobook Sale
Tolino Vision 4 HD Review
The Tolino Vision 4 HD is the best e-reader to come out of Europe, ever. It takes the best elements of the Amazon Kindle Voyage and the Kobo Aura H2O Edition 2 and gives users a solid experience. The Tolino is waterproof/dustproof, has the same RGB front-lit system as Kobo and the screen is completely flush with the bezel.HardwareThe Vision 4 HD features a six inch … [Read more...] about Tolino Vision 4 HD Review
The Future of High Resolution E-paper is in Serious doubt
Japan Displays unveiled a new high resolution e-paper display that would take e-readers to an entirely new level of sophistication. The future of their e-paper is in serious doubt because they have announced they are slashing 3,700 jobs, or 30% of its workforce because they lost US$288.54 million in the last quarter. Sharp wants to help out JD, but cannot form a merger or make … [Read more...] about The Future of High Resolution E-paper is in Serious doubt
Onyx Boox Max vs Sony DPT-RP1 vs Good e-Reader
This is the first video that shows off all of the 13.3 inch e-readers currently available to purchase. Each of these devices brings a vastly different user experience to the table, although in essence they are all dedicated note taking devices. Large screen e-readers are expensive, before you make the plunge you owe it to yourself to watch this video to see what one is the … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox Max vs Sony DPT-RP1 vs Good e-Reader
Kobo H2O Edition 2 Now Available in Australia and New Zealand
The Kobo H2O Edition 2 is now available in Australia and New Zealand. The new reader can be purchased at JB HiFi, Myer and Angus & Robertson Bookworld for $239.95. Meanwhile in New Zealand it is a bit more expensive and is retailing for $309.The Kobo Aura Edition 2 features a 6.8-inch E-Ink Carta Display with a resolution of 1430×1080 and 265 PPI. The screen is sunken, … [Read more...] about Kobo H2O Edition 2 Now Available in Australia and New Zealand
Overdrive Libby Will Allow You to Sign Up for a Library Card Online
Millions of people borrow audiobooks and ebooks from the public library every year and one of the downsides is that you have to visit a branch in order to sign up for a card. Overdrive is simplifying the process with their new Libby app, you will soon be able to register for one online.Overdrive has started a beta program last week at the San Antonio Public Library, … [Read more...] about Overdrive Libby Will Allow You to Sign Up for a Library Card Online
Driving Down the Price of Publishing
Not too long ago, self-published authors were collectively admonished about the need to invest in their work. Hiring quality editors, proofreaders, cover designers, and formatters before attempting to sell a book was the constant mantra of industry experts. While some hapless writers continued to slap their Word docs up on Amazon and hope to snare a few readers, authors who … [Read more...] about Driving Down the Price of Publishing