Major publishers in the Netherlands are certainly not risk adverse and unlimited audiobook, ebook and digital magazine services are thriving. There are all sorts of options for people to pay a low monthly fee and get access to a ton of content. Today, we are going to look at all of the various options and what value proposition they offer.BlendleThis company operates an … [Read more...] about The Netherlands has no shortage of unlimited ebook services
Archives for October 2020
Unboxing the Onyx Boox Note Air
The Onyx Boox Note Air is one of the most eagerly anticipated digital note taking devices of 2020. It brings a new Snapdragon 636 processor, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage to the table. It has an acetometer, so you can switch up the orientation and it can run two Android apps at the same time.The Note Air features a 10.3 inch E INK Carta HD Display with 1872×1404 … [Read more...] about Unboxing the Onyx Boox Note Air
Did you know Amazon has daily ebook deals?
If you intend on buying a new Kindle for the first time on Prime Day, Black Friday and receive it as a gift for Christmas, did you know Amazon has a Daily Deals section for ebooks? Most of the ebooks range from 25% to 50% off. They range from self-published title from Kindle Direct Publishing, Amazons own imprints and backlist titles from bigger publishers. They also have a … [Read more...] about Did you know Amazon has daily ebook deals?
Supernote A6X Hands on Review
The Supernote A6X is a dedicated digital note taking device and came out last month. The major selling points are the 7.8 inch screen and the Quad-core processor, the A6 only had a single core processor. This device also is running Android 8.1, and Supernote continues to push out new functionality, such as Word and Excel. Should you buy this device and does it provide good … [Read more...] about Supernote A6X Hands on Review
Australian audiobook market is being driven by new users
The Australian audiobook market is growing and is primarily being driven by new listeners. 2/5 have purchased an audiobook for the first time, in the past twelve months. YouTube reviews and reviews on Facebook have been instrumental in driving adoption for young folk.Audiobooks are traditionally expensive, often double the price of an ebook or a hardcover. Australians more … [Read more...] about Australian audiobook market is being driven by new users
Amazon Kindles will be on sale for Prime Day
Amazon has just released a preview of what they are going to be discounting for Prime Day, and it is good news if you want to buy a new Kindle e-Reader. The Kindle Paperwhite will receive a massive $50 discount and will be available for just $79.99. The Kindle Kids Edition will have $35 in savings and will be a paltry $74.99. There should be more Kindle deals when Prime Day … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindles will be on sale for Prime Day
Will Boyue release another Likebook?
Boyue released a bunch of digital note taking devices last year such as the Likebook Alita, Likebook Ares, Likebook Mimas and Muses. This year, they released no new devices and it doesn't look like they will.I really thought since Boyue was so succesful over the past few years, that they would continue refreshing their devices with better hardware and newer versions of … [Read more...] about Will Boyue release another Likebook?
Scribd launched an advertising campaign in Mexico
Scribd is bullish on the Mexican market, since they launched a localized reading experience last October. Now, the company is doubling-down on their expansion efforts their first international advertising campaign, created in partnership with Wunderman Thompson Mexico.The Infinite Door To Your Curiosity” campaign empowers consumers to explore their curiosity and discover … [Read more...] about Scribd launched an advertising campaign in Mexico
Apple will launch new iPhones on October 13th
Apple is going to be having a digital only event on October 13th, and they are expected to announce a few new iPhones. Four new iPhones models in three sizes should be announced. The iPhone 12, which will be the more affordable iPhone model available, will come in 5.4 and 6.1-inch size options. The 5.4-inch iPhone will be the smallest iPhone that Apple has released in … [Read more...] about Apple will launch new iPhones on October 13th
Will you buy the Onyx Boox Note Air?
The Onyx Boox Note Air features a new asymmetrical design that is quite different from the Note 2. It is slimmer and weighs less, making it extremely portable. It is the first Onyx product with a accelerometer, which means you can flip it 360 degrees and it will automatically orient itself.The Note Air features a 10.3 inch E INK Carta HD Display with 1872×1404 with 227 … [Read more...] about Will you buy the Onyx Boox Note Air?
Amazon discounts Kindle Essential Bundles
If you are looking to purchase a new Kindle for someone for the upcoming holiday season, you are in luck. Amazon has just discounted various Essential Bundles exclusively for Prime Members. The standard Kindle Essential bundle is available for $89.97, roughly $45 off its normal price, or the Kindle Paperwhite Essentials bundle for $119.97, which is roughly $70 off its normal … [Read more...] about Amazon discounts Kindle Essential Bundles
Kobo goes beyond e-readers and develops digital signage
Kobo is well known for having a portfolio of excellent e-readers and a deep ebook ecosystem. The company has been in business since 2010 and this has been their primary focus. They are now getting involved in developing digital signage. The first product is a large 30 inch display that is basically a giant Forma.The digital signage is available at the Taoyuan Baseball … [Read more...] about Kobo goes beyond e-readers and develops digital signage
These are the Scotia Bank Giller Prize Finalists
The Scotia Bank Giller Prize is an annual event in Canada and the winning book receives a $100,000 prize. The winner will be announced in a virtual awards ceremony on Monday, Nov. 9th. The ceremony will be hosted by actor Eric McCormack and will feature musical guest Diana Krall.The books on this list comprise of a bunch of novels and short stories. Most are available in … [Read more...] about These are the Scotia Bank Giller Prize Finalists