There are two major camps when it comes to e-readers. People who want something that is a dedicated reading device to consume ebooks and those who covet features that multipurpose tablets have, such as games and apps. A Brief History Our reading habits have really changed over the past decade. In 2007, when Amazon released their first generation Kindle, ebooks enjoyed a … [Read more...] about What can Google Android do for e-Readers?
Archives for August 2019
E Ink is developing new technology for wearables and smart clothing
There have been a number of E Ink based clothing that was released over the years, from shoes to dresses. It had been using existing technology such as E Ink Prism, but this was largely marketed towards furniture, animated walls or exhibits. E Ink has just unveiled something new that is basically focusing on clothing and wearables, such as watches. E Ink has developed OTFT … [Read more...] about E Ink is developing new technology for wearables and smart clothing
Bookworm is a new ebook reader for Linux
Calibre was originally developed to convert ebooks from one format to another and assist in delivering ebooks to your e-reader. The company has introduced more features, such being able to read ebooks right in the app. They not only have a program for Windows and MAC, but also Linux. There have been few alternatives to Calibre on Linux, one of them is a new program called … [Read more...] about Bookworm is a new ebook reader for Linux
VK is launching a new audiobook platform
VKontakte is the largest social networking website in Russia and it has over 97 million monthly users. The company is planning on launching a new audiobook service sometime in the next month or two and it will have over 10,000 titles at launch. The project, publishers say, has high importance at VKontakte and will be based on the VK Apps mobile platform. Those with … [Read more...] about VK is launching a new audiobook platform
Kindle Oasis is out of stock until September
The Amazon Kindle Oasis 3 has experienced stock shortages ever since it was released a few months ago. It is again out of stock on the main Amazon website for the 8GB and 32GB versions. This includes the black and champagne gold color options as well. The soonest that Amazon will have more models available is September 4th and some variants are delayed even longer. The Oasis … [Read more...] about Kindle Oasis is out of stock until September
The Kindle Voyage 2 has gone through countless iterations
The second generation Kindle Voyage 2 is looking likely to be released sometime in 2020. The company has been developing various prototypes for the past two years and many of the elements that were developed exclusively for this model, bled into other products. The amber light display found on the 3rd generation Oasis is just one example. The Voyage used to be the flagship … [Read more...] about The Kindle Voyage 2 has gone through countless iterations
E Ink lowers their 2019 forecast by 10%
E Ink was bullish at the beginning of the year for their US e-reader business. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Kobo have all developed new e-readers and most of them have been released. E Ink saw the demand for e-readers and digital note taking devices wane and cited a few reasons, such as the US/China trade dispute and higher tariffs. This has led E Ink to cut their revenue … [Read more...] about E Ink lowers their 2019 forecast by 10%
Good e-Reader User Guides and Quick Start Guides Now Available
Good e-Reader has just launched a new system on our website that has the latest quick start and user manuals for most e-readers. There is a search feature that will scan the database for your particular model. There are a growing number of e-readers that do not provide a user manual in the box or on the e-reader. This is frustrating if your device ships out in other … [Read more...] about Good e-Reader User Guides and Quick Start Guides Now Available
Association of American Publishers files a lawsuit against Audible
Audible is planning on launching a new feature called Audible Captions, that will convert audiobooks to text, giving people a chance to read the audiobook, as it is being played. Ever since the company first announced the system, everyone has been raising hell. Today, the Association of American Publishers filed a lawsuit against them. The lawsuit, which names seven AAP … [Read more...] about Association of American Publishers files a lawsuit against Audible
Get thousands of books at discount prices with B&N Summer Book Haul
Barnes and Noble has just announced its largest Book Haul Blowout ever, with over 1,000 new releases, bestsellers, paperbacks, kids’ favorites, and B&N Classics at 50% off. Members have early access to Book Haul today and tomorrow, and the offer opens to all customers on Saturday, August 24. Some of summer’s favorite thrillers are available in the Book Haul including … [Read more...] about Get thousands of books at discount prices with B&N Summer Book Haul
There is a new Kobo e-reader coming out soon
Kobo is going to be releasing a new e-reader in the next few weeks. The company has just obtained FCC certification to sell the device in the United States. It is going to have 8GB of internal storage and powered by a 1200 mAh battery. Like all other Kobo e-readers it will have wireless internet access to access the Kobo bookstore, Overdrive and Pocket. Netronix is the … [Read more...] about There is a new Kobo e-reader coming out soon
News Corp planning on launching a new platform called Knewz
News Corp, the company that owns HarperCollins is developing an online news site called Knewz. The misspelling on the platform launching this fall is meant to be trendy and hip. It will be a traditional aggregator news website and have a mobile app for Android and iOS. It will draw from a variety of national outlets such as The New York Times and NBC News, as well as more … [Read more...] about News Corp planning on launching a new platform called Knewz
The best e-readers to borrow ebooks from the library
In Canada and the United States the vast majority of public libraries have an ebook collection. Overdrive stated that they power 95% of all libraries and there are a number of smaller companies that are involved in this field as well, such as Hoopla and Bibliotheca. There are a number of e-readers that have functionality to deliver ebooks right from the library and read them … [Read more...] about The best e-readers to borrow ebooks from the library
How Has Alternative Currency Benefited Technological Advancement?
Technology has benefited a number of industries over the years, but with the recent popularity in Blockchain and the multitude of different cryptocurrencies, many have begun looking into how technology has benefited the industry since its implementation in 2019 by Nakamoto. In this article, we will be giving you insight into how alternative currency has benefited from … [Read more...] about How Has Alternative Currency Benefited Technological Advancement?