The newspaper industry is on the decline and dwindling advertising revenues is one of the primary contributing factors. How do people catch up on the latest news these days? Pew Research conducted an extensive study and found that only 16% read newspapers in print, but 33% read dedicated online news sites. For the … [Read more...] about People tend to get their news from social media
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 4 5.10.1.3 firmware out soon
Amazon is going to be releasing a new firmware update for the 10th generation Kindle, which is the Kindle Paperwhite 4. Within the next few days the 5.10.1.3 package will be pushed out via WIFI and it brings a slew of new features. Recommendations and tips will finally go live, this is a feature that Amazon was hyping … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 4 5.10.1.3 firmware out soon
Kobo Forma 32GB Unboxing Video
The Kobo Forma is one of the best e-readers ever made and the 32GB version has been available in Canada and the US via the Kobo website for a couple of weeks. If you live outside of these countries, you can purchase it from the Good e-Reader Store. This unboxing video gives you a sense of the retail packaging and … [Read more...] about Kobo Forma 32GB Unboxing Video
Onyx Boox Euclid 9.7 inch e-reader is now available
The Onyx Boox Euclid is a new e-reader that just came out a few days ago. This 9.7 inch e-reader is available via Amazon for $379. This device is similar to the Onyx Boox Note S, except this model has a front-lit display.ONYX BOOX Euclid is Android 6.0 device with the 9.7 E Ink Carta having the MOON Light system, … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox Euclid 9.7 inch e-reader is now available
Onyx Boox Poke Pro unboxing and review
The Onyx Boox Poke PRO is a better investment than the normal version, this is primarily due to the beefer specs. This e-reader is designed really well and is a solid investment for those of you that don't want to be locked into the Amazon, B&N or Kobo ecosystems.Hardware and SoftwareThe Poke PRO features 6 … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox Poke Pro unboxing and review
Amazon Kindle Audible Bundle is now available
Amazon has just released a new bundle for the Kindle Paperwhite 4, called the Audible Bundle. The e-reader comes with a pair of wireless headphones and a three month subscription to Audible for $139 for the 8GB Kindle and $169 for the 32GB version.The listing on Amazon does not mention any of the tech specs of … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Audible Bundle is now available
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 4 on sale for $99
Amazon has discounted the latest generation Paperwhite 4 in the United States. The regular price is $129.99 and it on sale for $99, which is a savings of $30. The 32GB version is also available for $119.99 and the LTE versions are also on sale. This is the first time that Amazon has offered a great deal on the Kindle, … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 4 on sale for $99
Shonen Jump offers online subscription service for $2 a month
Shonen Jump is one of the most beloved magazines and it has been going strong since 1968 and the online edition was translated to English since 2012. The magazine is going to launch a subscription service on December 17th for $2 per month, delivering the latest chapters from popular series the same day that they're … [Read more...] about Shonen Jump offers online subscription service for $2 a month
E-Readers that run Ice Cream Sandwich will lose access to Google Play
Google has announced that they are discontinuing support for Ice Cream Sandwich, which is Android 4.0 to 4.0.4. E-Readers that are running this version of Android will find a multitude of Google services will cease to function properly. This includes access to the Google Play Store, Gmail, Google Maps, data … [Read more...] about E-Readers that run Ice Cream Sandwich will lose access to Google Play
Christmas and Boxing Day e-Reader Sales – Roundup
Christmas is a few weeks away and Boxing day soon thereafter. There are many deals and discounts to be had if you are looking for a new e-reader. This list will be constantly updated until the end of the year, so make sure you check back often.Walmart - The Kobo Clara HD is on sale, this is the latest gen e-reader … [Read more...] about Christmas and Boxing Day e-Reader Sales – Roundup
Icarus is no longer making e-readers and the company has disappeared
Icarus is based in the Netherlands and has been developing e-readers since 2010. The Icarus brand belongs to Distriread, who first got their start by developing the iRex series of e-readers. It looks like the company has quietly gone out of business. Their website has been down for the past couple of weeks and they … [Read more...] about Icarus is no longer making e-readers and the company has disappeared
Barnes and Noble offers tons of books for 50% off
In order to drive traffic to their 600 bookstores and generate meaningful revenue for the holiday season B&N has just announced that over 100 books, including some of the year’s hottest gift books and new releases, will be 50% off starting today, through Monday, December 24th.The 50% off selection covers a wide … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble offers tons of books for 50% off