Many people who want to buy an e-reader want to install their favorite apps and this is normally done with Google Play. There are a copious amount of ebook readers that run Android, but are either locked down or do not support sideloading it. The only alternative is to install a 3rd party market. What are the e-readers that support Google Play out of the box? There are a … [Read more...] about What e-readers have Google Play?
Archives for 2021
The Top 5 Color ebook Readers of 2021
There are two types of color e-paper that are commercially available and there are numerous e-readers that employ this technology. E INK Kaliedo Plus, which is the second generation Kaleido. This technology appeals towards larger brands, who already have an established relationship with E INK. Compared to the first generation, it can display a wider color gamut, higher optical … [Read more...] about The Top 5 Color ebook Readers of 2021
Onyx has released a new update for the Nova 2, Poke 2 and Note 2
Onyx Boox has just released the 3.2 firmware update for older devices. This includes the Nova 2, Poke 2, Note 2 and Max 3. These devices gain a host of new features and bug fixes. The big selling points are added compatibility with third-party note-taking apps. And it offers more custom settings to help you use and view the apps more effortlessly. There is an entirely new … [Read more...] about Onyx has released a new update for the Nova 2, Poke 2 and Note 2
Interesting ways to infuse new life to old Kindle eReader devices
The Kindle e-reader has been there for quite some time now, having been released back in 2007. What that means, those who have bought subsequent models of the e-reader may be left with older models lying around with them. They may not be of much use to them anymore even though they are still functional. However, instead of throwing them off, here are some ways, as MUO pointed … [Read more...] about Interesting ways to infuse new life to old Kindle eReader devices
E Ink Holdings fully booked for 2022
With more E Ink devices getting launched, the Taiwan-based E Ink Holdings is finding it hard to cope up with the demand with its existing production lines. However, the company said that is not deterring device manufacturers to pay deposits to have their share of the E Ink panel supplies secured in 2022, E-Ink Info reported citing Taipei Times. This has ensured the company's … [Read more...] about E Ink Holdings fully booked for 2022
Audiobooks projected to reach USD 19.39 Billion By 2027
The audiobook industry is on a roll and is expected to grow even further to reach a staggering USD 19.39 billion by 2027, Digital Journal reported. This translates to a compounded annual growth rate of 27 percent compared to the USD $2.84 billion that the segment was valued at in 2019. Another report from GrandViewResearch too is projecting a compounded annual growth rate of … [Read more...] about Audiobooks projected to reach USD 19.39 Billion By 2027
The Top Benefits of Listening to Audiobooks
Podcasts have taken off as one of the hottest mediums in the media landscape. You can learn something; you can connect with the hosts; you can deep dive on a chosen subject; you can do it all while driving your car. Why, then, have audiobooks been left on the shelf? Pardon the pun. There are mixed feelings on the audiobook, notably labeling them ‘the lazy listening option.’ … [Read more...] about The Top Benefits of Listening to Audiobooks
E Ink to reach net zero emissions by 2040
E Ink has just announced their pledge to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040. E Ink’s incredibly efficient e-paper display technology is sustainable by nature – and their pledge to achieve Net Zero Carbon Emissions is in line with the environmental benefits of the technology they’ve been producing for the last 20+ years. E Ink aims to achieve 40% of renewable energy use by … [Read more...] about E Ink to reach net zero emissions by 2040
One Student One Tablet Act proposed in the Philippines to bridge digital divide
Efforts are on to provide each student in the Philippines with a tablet device to allow them to have access to quality educational resource materials. Towards this, Senate Bill 2454 otherwise known as the One Tablet One Student Act has been proposed that envisages providing all students, be it in the elementary, secondary, or those studying in college a tablet device to further … [Read more...] about One Student One Tablet Act proposed in the Philippines to bridge digital divide
Amazon, authors Lee Child & John Grisham and publisher win $7.8 million in damages against eBook pirates
Amazon along with publisher Penguin Random House and several authors of the likes of Lee Child and John Grisham have been awarded damages amounting to $7.8 million against e-book pirates based in Ukraine, TorrentFreak reported. Specifically, charges were framed against Ukrainian nationals Rodion Vynnychenko and Artem Besshapochny who have been accused of selling pirated copies … [Read more...] about Amazon, authors Lee Child & John Grisham and publisher win $7.8 million in damages against eBook pirates
Five of the most innovative E Ink display projects
E Ink displays are slowly making their presence felt in more ways than just e-reader devices. From smartphones and smartwatches to something as niche as a 32-inch digital newspaper, a message board to even a beer fermentation monitor, as an MUO post on this reveals, there seems no end to ways the E Ink displays can be put to use. Here are five of the most innovative ways the E … [Read more...] about Five of the most innovative E Ink display projects
Kobo Boxing Day Sale is live on Amazon
Kobo regularly discounts their entry level e-reader models on their website and their retailing partners follow suit. The Kobo Boxing Day Sale is a different story, the company is offering some serious discounts on Amazon in the United States and Amazon Canada. The Kobo Forma is their flagship e-reader and the regular price in the US is $249.99 and it is on sale for $209.99. In … [Read more...] about Kobo Boxing Day Sale is live on Amazon
Do you like warm lighting on your e-reader?
The vast majority of e-readers have white and amber LED lights that are positioned alongside the bezel and project light evenly across the screen. White LED lights provide the traditional front-lit display, which give you a nice bright, screen. The amber LED lights give a warm candlelight effect, which helps mute the screen, so it isn't so bright. If you mix the white and … [Read more...] about Do you like warm lighting on your e-reader?
Many firms are pulling out of CES 2022
The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is one of the most important tech events of the year. Due to the resurgence of COVID, many firms are pulling out of the event. Amazon, Facebook, T-Mobile, Twitter, Intel, Lenovo, Hisense, Waymo, Ring and over 40 others will not be attending or are scheduling virtual announcements. CES says "Given our comprehensive health measures, … [Read more...] about Many firms are pulling out of CES 2022