The Pocketbook Era Color is a brand-new e-reader that is available now. This device has the same form factor as the normal Pocketbook Era, except for a Kaleido 3-color e-paper display. What are the major selling points? 3. Audiobook support, built-in speaker, Text-to-Speech function, SMARTlight, IPX8 water protection and physical page-turn buttons. The price is also very … [Read more...] about Full Review of the Pocketbook Era Color e-Reader
Archives for May 2024
The Kindle Hack That Will Let You Keep a Library eBooks Longer
One of the best things about e-book libraries, or for that matter, any book library, is that you can have all the books you need without having to buy any of them. However, there are certain rules you need to abide by, the prime among which is the need to return the e-book within the stipulated time, which usually is 21 days. Many aren't comfortable with that as they'd like … [Read more...] about The Kindle Hack That Will Let You Keep a Library eBooks Longer
Growing Book Prices: BookNet Canada’s Survey
A 2023 Consumer survey by BookNet Canada highlighted rising prices and buying trends in the country. Around 48% of 4,270 participants said they bought new books in 2023, 22 percent of whom say they bought secondhand books, and 24 percent of whom say they borrowed books from the library. The percentage of Canadians who bought books in 2023 is dropping in the price range of … [Read more...] about Growing Book Prices: BookNet Canada’s Survey
Meta Tried to Acquire Simon and Schuster
According to recordings of internal meetings shared with the New York Times, the tech giant Meta held discussions over the potential acquisition of prominent book publisher Simon & Schuster for Advanced AI training. From the recordings, it was found that the company's staff had discussed buying Simon & Schuster and some had debated paying $10 per book for the licensing … [Read more...] about Meta Tried to Acquire Simon and Schuster
How Many Books Does An Average American Read?
According to several surveys, the average American reads 12-14 books per year. However, this includes books that people might start but not necessarily finish. The median suggests that the average American completes about 4-5 books per year. These numbers have been on a slight decline in recent years, revealing that the act of reading for pleasure may be facing … [Read more...] about How Many Books Does An Average American Read?
Panini Launches Panini Manga in the UK
In a strategic move to diversify its publishing portfolio, Panini, the renowned European magazine distributor, has unveiled a groundbreaking new venture in the UK market — Panini Manga, the website BleedingCool reported. Renowned for holding exclusive rights to Marvel and Star Wars comic books across Europe, Panini is now stepping into the realm of Japanese manga, catering to … [Read more...] about Panini Launches Panini Manga in the UK
PocketBook InkPad X Pro gets price slashed to drive sales
Here is a curious case of one PocketBook device that seems to have hit a downward spiral so far as its price and popularity are concerned. It is the PocketBook InkPad X Pro that is being referred to here that was launched just last August. That makes it relatively fresh though the e-note device never seems to have hit the sweet spot with consumer preferences. As the e-Book … [Read more...] about PocketBook InkPad X Pro gets price slashed to drive sales
Tianma Introduce New micro-Fluidic e-Paper Display
Tianma, a major global player in the display segment recently showcased its micro-Fluidic e-paper display at the Displayweek 2024 event. The company in fact had two micro-Fluidic e-paper panels on display at the event. One is monochrome and the other color though beyond that, both have the same basic specifications. That includes a 6.7-inch panel having 960 x 1920 pixel … [Read more...] about Tianma Introduce New micro-Fluidic e-Paper Display
Onyx Boox Completes Series B Funding, Raises Tens of Millions of USD
Onyx Boox completed its latest Series B funding wherein it announced it has raised funds to the tune of tens of millions of US dollars. The Chinese company said it intends to use the funds for R&D purposes and launch new innovative products in the future. This, it hopes, will help it expand to more markets around the world. Among the prominent investors who have pooled in … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox Completes Series B Funding, Raises Tens of Millions of USD