The Amazon Fire TV system may not get a ton of press on a monthly basis, but the streaming service has 34 million monthly active users, further widening its lead over competitor Roku. These figures come from Jenn Prenner, head of global marketing, growth and engagement for Fire TV at the Pay TV Show. Additionally, … [Read more...] about Fire TV has 34 million monthly users
Hands on review of the Onyx Boox Note Pro
The Onyx Boox Note Pro is a dedicated note taking device that has a flush screen and bezel design. The purpose of this product is to make digital notes, highlights and annointaint PDF files. The UI is slick and well developed, making everything feel more streamlined than the competition. There is a dedicated e-reading … [Read more...] about Hands on review of the Onyx Boox Note Pro
Dasung Paperlike Pro Touch now available on Indiegogo
The Dasung Paperlike Pro Touch is the first monitor that you can use that comes with a touchscreen. It allows you to pinch and zoom and use it for all gesture control and interactions. Dasung launched a crowdfunding campaign for the device on Indiegogo for $698 and it will start shipping in July. Dasung often does … [Read more...] about Dasung Paperlike Pro Touch now available on Indiegogo
Onyx Boox is developing a case with page turn buttons
Many people in the e-reader industry have abandoned manual page turn buttons, but they might be making a comeback. Onyx Boox has developed a prototype case that has page turn buttons builtin, the concept is called Viking.Viking is a new 6 inch e-reader with a 6 inch E Ink Carta HD screen and a resolution of … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox is developing a case with page turn buttons
E Ink announces new JustTint technology
E Ink has just announced new technology called JustTint, which uses variable transmissive films. It was invented for applications across automotive, architectural, and real estate industries. Think tinted sunroofs, privacy glass and skylights – enabling partial or entire panes of glass to become opaque or partially … [Read more...] about E Ink announces new JustTint technology
Mobiscribe is going to release a 10.3 inch e-reader
The Mobiscribe brand is owned by TeamUC, which is the North American manufacturer for Netronix. Netronix has just filed an FCC application for new 10.3 inch e-reader and Good e-Reader has confirmation that Mobiscribe will release a large screen digital note taking device that will have the same software as the … [Read more...] about Mobiscribe is going to release a 10.3 inch e-reader
Penguin Random House and Hachette will distribute to Indie Bookstores
Baker and Taylor is closing their wholesaling business this summer and this has put thousands of independent bookstores without a book distributor. In order to pick up the slack Penguin Random House, Hachette and the Independent Publishers Group have announced new programs to get their titles into bookstores in the … [Read more...] about Penguin Random House and Hachette will distribute to Indie Bookstores
The Xiaomi e-Reader might be announced next week
The Xiaomi e-Reader is complete and it should be announced sometime next week. This new device is likely going to feature a 7.8 inch screen and would be a dedicated ebook reader. It would be competing against a number of e-reader brands in China, such as Boyue. There has been little to no pre-launch news, but the … [Read more...] about The Xiaomi e-Reader might be announced next week
The best e-readers for summer 2019
Summer is right around the corner and there have been dozens of new e-readers to choose from. Whether you are at the beach, at the cabin or just chilling at home, what e-readers would be ideal? Good e-Reader has compiled a comprehensive list based on our reviews that answer the question, what are the best e-readers … [Read more...] about The best e-readers for summer 2019
Barnes and Noble isn’t doing enough to protect their shoppers
Barnes and Noble operates over 600 bookstores in the United States and the bookseller isn't doing enough to protect their shoppers. Every single week there are stories about women being groped or touched in a sexual manner. Suspects are often caught on camera, but rarely is an arrest being made. Barnes and Noble simply … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble isn’t doing enough to protect their shoppers
Kobo Plus introduces audiobooks
Kobo Plus is the company's unlimited ebook subscription platform that is only available in the Netherlands. Kobo has just added audiobooks to the mix and has introduced a few new tiers. Kobo has always treated Plus as a testbed for an eventual rollout into other countries.You can subscribe to the unlimited ebook … [Read more...] about Kobo Plus introduces audiobooks
4 different companies are working on ClearInk tablets
Clearink has announced that they have agreements with four different companies and the total amount they will pay is in the neighbourhood of $300 million dollars.“We recently completed a detailed study of the market potential for reflective displays and concluded that the demand in applications such as Tablets, … [Read more...] about 4 different companies are working on ClearInk tablets
