Amazon has enhanced their operating system to pave the way for the new line of Fire tablets. It is entitled Sangria and upgrades the Android OS to Kitcat and packs a number of money functions. The latest version of Fire OS, “Sangria,” continues Fire OS’ content-forward user interface that delivers easy and fast access to your favorite books, songs, videos, and games—open … [Read more...] about Amazon Unleashes New Sangria OS for Fire Tablets
Next Generation Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 Available in October
Amazon has revised their HDX 8.9 inch tablet with a brand new version of 2014. It has a startlingly light design and stunning HDX display with a new, more powerful processor, exclusive Dolby Atmos and the latest Dolby Audio, and all-new Fire OS 4 “Sangria” features and services. The Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 2014 edition has a capacitive touchscreen display with resolution of … [Read more...] about Next Generation Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 Available in October
Kindle—Now With Touch, Just $79
Amazon has unveiled a new brand entry level Kindle model for $79 that should appeal towards gift buyers and the price conscious. For the first time ever, the basic model Kindle will forgo the D-PAD and include a touchscreen. The all-new Kindle includes a 20% faster processor, twice the storage, and now features a touch interface and all of the latest features customers love … [Read more...] about Kindle—Now With Touch, Just $79
Amazon Kindle Voyage may be the Best e-reader yet
The Amazon Kindle Voyage was leaked earlier in the day and now it has been officially unveiled and it seems like the best e-reader ever made. The new Voyage e-reader features a six inch capacitive touchscreen display with the latest generation e-Ink Carta. It has an adaptive front light that adjusts automatically, 300 ppi, optimized font technology, 16-level gray scale. I … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Voyage may be the Best e-reader yet
Amazon Releases Fire HD Kids Edition Tablet
Amazon has realized that making tablets geared towards kids is big business. Samsung, V.Tech, Fisher Price and a number of other entrants consistently release new hardware with bright, bubbly interfaces and are aimed primarily at the little ones. In order combat these companies, Amazon has just unveiled the Fire HD Kids Edition. The Fire HD Kids edition comes in two … [Read more...] about Amazon Releases Fire HD Kids Edition Tablet
Amazon Kindle Fire HD6 and HD7 Revealed
Amazon has announced a new entry level Kindle Fire HD tablet featuring a quad-core processor, front and rear-facing cameras. There are two different models available—6” for $99 and 7” for $139—and five color choices: black, white, cobalt, magenta, and citron. These two tablets are fairly similar when it comes to the hardware. The HD6 and and HD7 both have capacitive … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Fire HD6 and HD7 Revealed
ComiXology Brings on More Publishers for DRM-Free Initiative
When Comixology was purchased by Amazon, many digital comic fans thought that the service would drastically change. The acquisition has been a bit of a mixed blessing, as Apple users lost the ability to purchase content directly within the app, leading to a decrease in impulse purchases. One of the big upsides was the decision to offer publishers the ability to submit new … [Read more...] about ComiXology Brings on More Publishers for DRM-Free Initiative
Apple Poised to Announce New iPad Air 2 and Mini in October
The Apple iPhone 6 and Apple Watch event occurred last week and already it seems that the Cupertino company is already planning the next unveiling. AppleInsider, Bloomberg and other mainstream news organizations are proclaiming that another Apple event is planned for October, where a iPad Air 2 and 3rd generation iPad Mini are planned to be announced. Aside from new iPads, … [Read more...] about Apple Poised to Announce New iPad Air 2 and Mini in October
New Kindle Voyage e-Reader Revealed
Amazon is planning on releasing a new Kindle e-Reader November 4th, called Voyage. This news comes from the Amazon Germany and Japan websites posting product information, before an an official announcement was made. Recognizing this error, Amazon quickly pulled down the product listings, but not before we have key insight on what this new e-Reader is all about. The Kindle … [Read more...] about New Kindle Voyage e-Reader Revealed
Looking for a Great New eBook? Giller Prize 2014 Longlist Revealed
The summer season is winding down and many people are wondering about the next great read. You might want to check out the offerings from twelve Canadian writers, who are all contending for the the richest fiction prize in Canada - the $100,000 Scotiabank Giller Prize. These authors are vying for the grand prize of $100,000, up from $50,000, and the remaining finalists will … [Read more...] about Looking for a Great New eBook? Giller Prize 2014 Longlist Revealed
HarperCollins Aids Indie BookStores with Fast Holiday Shipping
Indie bookstores normally are swamped during the holiday season, as people ravenously buy everything in sight. Giving the gift of a good book can actually be a life changing event and HarperCollins has announced a new Holiday Express Shipping beginning November 3, 2014 and running through January 16, 2015. All qualifying orders from participating stores received by 1:00pm (EST) … [Read more...] about HarperCollins Aids Indie BookStores with Fast Holiday Shipping
Bookshout Rolls Out New eBook Program for Radio and TV
Television and Radio programs often have to rely on sponsors and public donations to keep everything running smoothly. Bookshout is pioneering a new eBook program that can be used to give literary rewards to donors and philanthropists. How exactly does this new program work? Jason Ilian the CEO of Bookshout spelled it out out. " Existing radio and television stations that do … [Read more...] about Bookshout Rolls Out New eBook Program for Radio and TV
EU Announces Changes to VAT on eBooks
The European Court of Justice has just concluded that EU member states are free to charge differing rates of VAT on eBooks and paper books. This will allow all countries in Europe to basically change their VAT on all books and not break ‘fiscal neutrality’, an EU concept whereby markets for the same goods are distorted by varying tax rates. There have been major … [Read more...] about EU Announces Changes to VAT on eBooks