Boyue has just finalized the firmware update for the Likebook Muses to Android 8.1 and introduces a ton of new features. This was the last product in their modern portfolio to now have a higher version of Android. The Likebook Mars, Likebook Muses, Likebook Mimas, Likebook Alita and Likebook Ares have all been updated. One of the big draws of the Likebook Series is that they … [Read more...] about Boyue Likebook Muses has been upgraded to Android 8.1
Archives for February 2021
Google is planning new privacy features
With Apple making it known its new App Tracking Transparency feature is going to be one of the biggest highlights of its upcoming version 14.5 update for both iOS and iPadOS, now Google has stated they too are contemplating something similar for the Android platform. However, it is not exactly clear right away to what extent Google intends to go before cutting off advertiser's … [Read more...] about Google is planning new privacy features
8 Things That You Didn’t Know You Could Do On a Kindle
Kindles have been around for over 13 years. Although their popularity has fluctuated, the pandemic has caused reading to be on the rise. In 2020, e-readers were a common gift that was received by a sizable percentage of the population. Since these devices have evolved over the last 13 years, they now have many unique functionalities. In this article, we will share eight things … [Read more...] about 8 Things That You Didn’t Know You Could Do On a Kindle
Audiobooks and ebooks are 18% of HarperCollins Revenue
Harpercollins Revenues generated $504 million dollars, which was a 23% increase, in the last three months of 2020. Revenues basically soared due to the Christmas season and everyone buying them as gifts. The bulk of the sales were placed online, at retailers such as Amazon, Barnes and Noble and thousands of other bookstores all over the world.The revenue growth was … [Read more...] about Audiobooks and ebooks are 18% of HarperCollins Revenue
How a VPN can prevent your e-reader from tracking you
Contrary to to popular belief, e-readers are subjected to extensive tracking. The pretext might be the same - to make personalized recommendations of books or other reading material - the fact is, all e-reader manufacturers keep a watch on what users are up to with their devices.Apart from what you are reading, other details that the companies would like to know of you … [Read more...] about How a VPN can prevent your e-reader from tracking you
New Open Book Abridged Edition eReader will be cheaper and simpler to build
How about an eBook reader that you can build on your own? That is exactly what Joey Castillo's Open Book Project envisages, with the obvious benefit being that you can build your own ebook reader at dirt cheap prices. The initial model served the purpose all right but it exactly wasn't as simple as the makers had wanted it to be.So, while the initial model took as many as … [Read more...] about New Open Book Abridged Edition eReader will be cheaper and simpler to build
Is Predicted eReader Decline Indicating Reverse Digitization?
It wasn’t long ago that eReaders were foretold as being the doom of the book publishing industry. As detailed by Vox, the Amazon Kindle’s launch brought the all-in-one book devices into the mainstream in 2007, with the fad holding true through to 2010. From there, it was expected that millennials would adopt the page-less way of reading en masse, but instead, it appears as … [Read more...] about Is Predicted eReader Decline Indicating Reverse Digitization?
Is the Kobo Forma 32GB e-Reader Discontinued?
Multiple sources have confirmed with Good e-Reader that Rakuten Kobo has discontinued the Kobo Forma 32GB model in all markets. The main Kobo website has been out of stock for a few weeks and all of their retail partners are no longer have it in stock. Kobo never officially announces when a specific e-reader has been shuttered. It does not appear that Kobo has any plans for … [Read more...] about Is the Kobo Forma 32GB e-Reader Discontinued?
First look at the Watchy E INK Smartwatch
Watchy is a $50 E INK smartwatch, but users have to assemble it themselves. It is primarily aimed at amateur programmers and hobbyists. The current programming platform is Arduino IDE, which can be downloaded from the Github. When you purchase the item, it comes with a watch band, exposed circuit board and a watch face. There are instructions in the box on how to assemble it, … [Read more...] about First look at the Watchy E INK Smartwatch
Amazon Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite on sale for Valentine’s Day
Amazon is having a Valentine’s Day sale on the entry level Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite. They are running this sales promotion in most countries they do business in, so you can score a deal if you live in the United States. It looks like Amazon Canada is not running the promotion. The entry level Kindle in the US has received a $25 discount is now available for $64.99 and the … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite on sale for Valentine’s Day
What’s new in iPadOS 14.5
Apple has launched the first developer beta of iPadOS 14.5, which is now available to download from the Apple Developer Centre. However, that applies to registered developers only but for the rest of us, it provides us with a glimpse of what the upcoming update will have on offer for the general user.Here are some of the more prominent features that the iPadOS 14.5 will … [Read more...] about What’s new in iPadOS 14.5
Digital Memo Pomera DM30 – E INK Typewriter Review
There are very few digital typewriters on the market that have E INK screens. The most famous is the Freewrite and Freewrite Traveller, but they are generally sold for over $600. The Digital Memo Pomera DM30 is really affordable, currently retailing for $249 from the Good e-Reader Store. This device has a clamshell design, so it can be opened and closed, to protect the screen. … [Read more...] about Digital Memo Pomera DM30 – E INK Typewriter Review
Jeff Bezos is stepping down as CEO of Amazon
Jeff Bezos founded Amazon over 27 years ago when he was working out of our garage. Initially Amazon just sold books, and is still a large part of their business. Amazon said Tuesday that Jeff Bezos is stepping down as CEO later this year and transition to the role of executive chair. He will be replaced by Andy Jassy.Bezos has been Amazon's CEO since its founding in 1995. … [Read more...] about Jeff Bezos is stepping down as CEO of Amazon
Upcoming iOS 14.5 update calls for stricter privacy push
Apple intends to make it harder for app developers to track user activity with the upcoming iOS 14.5 update. This is being enforced via a new rule pertaining to App Tracking Transparency that makes it mandatory for the developers to seek explicit user consent before tracking their activity.The 5.1.2(i) rule that relates to App Tracking Transparency will be one of the … [Read more...] about Upcoming iOS 14.5 update calls for stricter privacy push
B&N Press Just Sweetened Its Deal for Indie Authors
One of the most important things about self-publishing has always been that authors were finally in control. Without gatekeepers blocking the way, authors could sell where they wanted to, price their books how they wanted, write whatever genre and crossovers they wanted. Choice is a glorious thing when it comes to buying and selling, but that choice diminished somewhat with the … [Read more...] about B&N Press Just Sweetened Its Deal for Indie Authors
Apple might launch new iPad Pro and iPad Mini during rumored spring event
Apple is rumored to be planning a spring event this year, one that will likely see quite a few exciting products launched as well. Those might include a new iPad Pro and an iPad Mini, among other devices.Also, from what is known so far, it is the 12.9-inch iPad Pro that will be launched during the event, one that will feature the new mini-LED display technology. That also … [Read more...] about Apple might launch new iPad Pro and iPad Mini during rumored spring event