Amazon has doubled the internal storage on the entry level Kindle e-reader from 4GB to 8GB. This is great news for people who were facing memory constraints when downloading audiobooks or having a large ebook collection. Currently, the the 8GB e-reader is only available for customers in the United States and not in other markets.Earlier this year, Amazon was … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle now has 8GB of storage instead of 4GB
Archives for November 2020
Apple News+ offering a free 3 month trial to new subscribers
Apple News+ is a subscription program that gives you access to premium news articles, written by major publications. It also has over 300 premium magazines that you can read digitally. There is a vast array of regional magazines, so depending on what market you live in, there is plenty of localized content for Canadian, American and UK residents. You can also listen to this … [Read more...] about Apple News+ offering a free 3 month trial to new subscribers
Onyx Boox Nova 3 Review
The Onyx Boox Nove 3 is a lightweight digital note taking device that provides a ton of bang for your buck. The major selling points are Android 10, Google Play and a pocket friendly device, that is extremely portable. This device is 33% faster than the Onyx Boox Nova 2, primarily due to its faster Snapdragon processor.HardwareThe Onyx Boox Nova 3 has a 7.8 inch … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox Nova 3 Review
Kobo e-readers on sale for Black Friday
Kobo hardly ever discounts their entire line of e-readers, but they are running sales on every single model. This is the perfect time to pick up the Forma or Libra H2O. Each of these have a bookstore that can be used to purchase ebooks, manga and a slew of other content. You can borrow from a supported Overdrive library, browse and checkout the books, right on the Kobo.In … [Read more...] about Kobo e-readers on sale for Black Friday
Kindle or iPad? Which device is better for reading?
Whether you want to make a practical gift to a reader friend or treat yourself to a new e-book reader, you’ve probably heard that Kindle is the go-to device and that you can’t go wrong with it. However, it’s not your only option. If you have a larger budget, the iPad can be great for reading books and, for certain categories for readers, it can be better than a Kindle.While … [Read more...] about Kindle or iPad? Which device is better for reading?
The Top 10 Best e-readers for 2020
E-Readers often refer to handheld devices that are exclusively designed to read ebooks and have E INK screens. There are a myriad of benefits, such being easy on the eyes, being able to buy ebooks right on the device and long battery life. Retail stores in North America and Europe only carry a select number of brand names, such as the Amazon Kindle, Barnes and Noble Nook or … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Best e-readers for 2020
Barnes and Noble Glowlight Plus $50 off for Black Friday
Barnes and Noble operates a membership program. It gives people free shipping on all online sales, 40% off hardcover books and 10% off everything else. If you want to buy a Nook e-reader or accessories, there is a 10% discount. Every so often, B&N has exclusive discounts for e-readers and for Black Friday, they are providing a $50 savings on the Nook Glowlight Plus 7.8 inch … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Glowlight Plus $50 off for Black Friday
Hundreds of Kindle Books on sale for Black Friday
Amazon is going to run a Black Friday one day sale for hundreds of bestselling Kindle books. The discounts start at $2.99 and range in price to $4.99. The books that are on sale include The Book of Lost Friends by Lisa Windgate, City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert, Pretty Things by Janelle Brown and Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.Amazon rarely discounts Kindle books … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Kindle Books on sale for Black Friday
Penguin Random House buys Simon & Schuster
Penguin Random House is one of the largest publishing companies in the world and they have just confirmed that they are going to buy Simon & Schuster for $2.175 billion in cash. The deal is subject to regulatory approval and if the deal closes, Simon & Schuster will continue to run as a separate publishing unit. Jonathan Karp will remain as president and CEO and Dennis … [Read more...] about Penguin Random House buys Simon & Schuster
Audible bows to publisher pressure on audiobook return policy
Audible has a return policy, where people can return audiobooks and get a credit refund, within 365 days. Audible then takes back the royalties they paid to the publishers. The Authors Guild has gathered thousands of signatures from publishers and writers. The letter was sent to CEO Bob Carrigan and general counsel member Stas Zakharenko to "immediately cease the practice of … [Read more...] about Audible bows to publisher pressure on audiobook return policy
What to do if you have an authentication error on the Nook
Many people who have a Barnes and Noble Nook e-reader or use their e-reading app for Android and iOS have been receiving authentication error messages when accessing their device. This is because the bookseller was hacked last month and had significant downtime. Everything has been resolved and customers can access all of their ebooks and subscriptions and newspapers. If you … [Read more...] about What to do if you have an authentication error on the Nook
Quirklogic releases first firmware update for the Papyr
The Quirklogic Papyr is one of the most interesting 13.3 inch e-notes on the market. Not only can you freehand draw, take notes and edit PDF files, but also share everything in real time. Digital content can be shown off on other Quirklogic Papyrs, the smartphone app for Android/IOS or even the Quirklogic Quilla, their 5k digital whiteboard. The Papyr came out a couple of … [Read more...] about Quirklogic releases first firmware update for the Papyr
Kindle Paperwhite and Oasis on sale for Cyber Monday
Amazon is going to launch Cyber Monday weekend sale and this is the perfect time to buy a new e-reader. The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite will be discounted by $45 and will be available for $84.99. This screen is six inches, is waterproof and has a 300 PPI display. The Kindle Oasis he big selling point is that it has a seven inch screen and a color temperature system that adds amber … [Read more...] about Kindle Paperwhite and Oasis on sale for Cyber Monday
The complete history of E INK Color E-Paper
The history of E INK color e-paper dates back to 2009, when the first wave of Triton devices hit the scene. The vast majority of devices that were released between 2009 and 2012 were expensive and did not sell well. E INK developed new color e-paper in 2020 and a slew of new e-readers and smartphones brought color back in a big way. Today, we are going to look at the history of … [Read more...] about The complete history of E INK Color E-Paper
E INK is expanding the manufacturing of color e-paper
E INK is going to be expanding their manufacturing operation for color panels to meet demand. They intend to build an additional line at its plant in Hsinchu, northern Taiwan for ramping up output of e-paper displays. Many companies will be taking advantage of the second generation Kaleido technology. They are also expanding their production capacity in Boston, mainly for … [Read more...] about E INK is expanding the manufacturing of color e-paper
Amazon Kindle on Sale for $60 during Black Friday
Amazon is running a Black Friday promotion for the entry level Kindle e-Reader. The price has been slashed by $30 and you can get one today for a paltry $60 USD. This is the last time this device is likely to go on sale, the last time the price as this low, was back in May. The Special Offers edition is also on sale for $80, if you would rather not sully your home screen with … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle on Sale for $60 during Black Friday