Do you love the smell of yellowed paper, the feel of parchment against your skin, the weight of a leather-bound volume in your hands? Bibliophiles like myself would agree that there is nothing that can truly replace the genuine feel of a physical book. The traditional 'book' form that we love so much has been around for centuries, so it is hard to think of it as something … [Read more...] about Does the e-book revolution spell disaster for print books?
Google Chrome adds a new ‘Follow’ feature for RSS updates on Android
Google is currently rolling out a new feature called 'Follow' for Android users. The news was shared with the public by the company's own Adrienne Porter Felt, an engineering director for Google Chrome. It is similar to the RSS feed aggregator called Google Reader that was run by Google back in 2005.Much like Google Reader, the new Follow feature allows users to follow … [Read more...] about Google Chrome adds a new ‘Follow’ feature for RSS updates on Android
We are looking at screens more than ever before
It has been almost two years since humanity first encountered the novel coronavirus, unraveling people and organizations at a global level. Among the many repercussions of the new normal, a very real problem that is on the rise is the increased usage and dependency on technology. The days when we could live without looking at a screen at work or home were long gone much before … [Read more...] about We are looking at screens more than ever before
Enthusiast builds E-Ink Magic Calendar using Raspberry Pi
An individual known only by their internet pseudonym Speedyg0nz has created an electronic calendar with an E Ink display at home. The person used a Rasberry Pi computer to build the E-Ink Magic Calendar. Speedyg0nz said that s/he was inspired by the Magic Calendar concept that was based on Android. The idea sparked a DIY project frenzy two years ago.The E-Ink Magic Calendar … [Read more...] about Enthusiast builds E-Ink Magic Calendar using Raspberry Pi
Top 5 reasons to buy a Kobo Elipsa
The Rakuten-owned brand Kobo follows closely behind Amazon Kindle as the second most popular name in the e-reader space. Kobo offers a wide range of E Ink devices in varying screen sizes that cater to all price tiers. In June 2021, we saw the launch of the 10.3-inch Kobo Elipsa that offers plenty of screen real estate. It is the most premium device offered by the brand with … [Read more...] about Top 5 reasons to buy a Kobo Elipsa
Here are some great e-ink tablets and e-readers for kids
We've voiced our thoughts about how e-paper devices serve as the perfect gateway to start your children out with technology. They aren't as harmful to eyesight as mainstream tabs, they help save you a lot of money on traditional paper products and storage spaces, they are safer for the environment as fewer trees have to be sacrificed, and so much more. With the conversation … [Read more...] about Here are some great e-ink tablets and e-readers for kids
These are the most travel-friendly e-readers
E Ink displays are wonderfully cooling for your eyes and feel fantastic to the touch. They offer great alternatives to traditional LCD and OLED screens and help save millions of trees each year. It's only natural that you'd want to take your trusty e-reader along with you on your travels.The best travel-friendly e-readers and e-paper tablets pack light and don't require you … [Read more...] about These are the most travel-friendly e-readers
Grab the best cases for your Kindle Oasis
Amazon has been a dominating presence in the world of e-readers for many years now. The Kindle Oasis, in particular, is a staple E Ink device across thousands of households in the West. There are many benefits of owning a Kindle but we admit its drab looks can be a bit of a downer. If you're looking to spruce up your boring old Kindle Oasis, there is no better way than buying … [Read more...] about Grab the best cases for your Kindle Oasis
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 2 with secondary E Ink display out now in the US
The second generation of Lenovo's unique dual-display laptop bearing a 12-inch E Ink screen is now available to buy in the US. Residents of the region can get their hands on the ThinkBook Plus Gen 2 with a larger 12-inch e-paper display at the cost of $2,609.The ThinkBook Plus Gen 2 first came out in the Chinese region alongside a couple more ThinkBook models. … [Read more...] about Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 2 with secondary E Ink display out now in the US
High-end E Ink tablet PineNote announced with powerful internals
Pine64, a Hong Kong-based electronics manufacturer, has introduced one of the most powerful e-paper devices to date. Priced at $399, the E Ink tablet is called the PineNote and it runs a custom version of Linux OS. It will support first-party EMR pens (sold separately) and third-party Wacom EMR pens upon release. Users will also be able to buy magnetic covers for the e-paper … [Read more...] about High-end E Ink tablet PineNote announced with powerful internals
Digital Views installs an 84-inch E Ink signboard in California
A California-based company called Digital Views that deals with LCD controller boards and display solutions has installed a large public signboard in Silicon Valley, California. Measuring 84-inches wide, what sets this signboard apart from the rest is its E Ink panel.The 84-inch e-paper signboard is comprised of three 42-inch panels lined up vertically. As seen in the image … [Read more...] about Digital Views installs an 84-inch E Ink signboard in California
Why your child’s first device should be an E Ink tablet
Gone are the days when you could occupy a child's time with an ice lolly and a plastic figurine of their favorite cartoon character. It is an inescapable reality that we must, at some point, buy our children a computer, a tablet, or a smartphone. With the outbreak of the global pandemic, the need to buy our children a device of some sort has become even more pressing. Whether … [Read more...] about Why your child’s first device should be an E Ink tablet
