While the tablet market witnessed a resurgence of sorts thanks to the pandemic, the same is set to reach new heights in 2022. Companies have lined up quite a few tablet devices of different shapes and sizes for launch next year. The upcoming tablets will also cater to different price segments, from or usage scenarios, from being pure entertainment devices to being geared … [Read more...] about Upcoming tablets slated for launch in 2022
Upcoming Huawei e-reader/ e-note gets 3C certifications, supports 22.5W fast charging
There have been rumors before which claimed Huawei is slated to launch a slew of new products by end-December. Among those included an e-paper device which is speculated to be either an e-reader or an e-note. Rumors mills also claimed the Chinese manufacturer will be introducing a new digital paper display technology though unfortunately, there is very little that we know of … [Read more...] about Upcoming Huawei e-reader/ e-note gets 3C certifications, supports 22.5W fast charging
Audiobooks are growing like crazy in the UK
According to figures released by the Publishers Association and revealed by The BookSeller, there has been considerable growth in audiobook and fiction sales in the UK during the first six months in 2020 compared to the same period for the preceding year. Specifically, audiobook sales during the first half of the year witnessed a sharp 71 percent growth compared to the same … [Read more...] about Audiobooks are growing like crazy in the UK
New E-Paper ESL powered by perovskite solar technology launched
E-Paper is already known for its extreme power efficiency though the Poland-based perovskite solar developer, Saule Technologies seems to have found to way to take things to a new level. According to the company, they have developed the technology to integrate e-paper Electronic Shelf Labels with Perovskite solar panels which makes it only one of its kind in the world. The … [Read more...] about New E-Paper ESL powered by perovskite solar technology launched
Turkey’s largest audiobook platform planning to go bigger with fresh investment
Having secured 515,000 euros in fresh funding, the Turkish audiobook platform, Dinlebi is now planning to expand its operations both within the country and outside. As it is, Dinlebi already happens to be the largest audiobook service provider in Turkey and the latest investment will help it grow further.As Daily Sabah reported, the fresh round of investment was led by Adem … [Read more...] about Turkey’s largest audiobook platform planning to go bigger with fresh investment
Podimo audiobook platform raises $78 million in Series B funding
Podimo, the Copenhagen based podcast and audiobook platform announced they have completed  $78 million Series B funding. The company said they are going to utilize the fund in expanding its reach to more markets worldwide. The platform is currently active in parts of Europe which includes Denmark, Spain, Germany, and Norway along with the entire Latin American region.CEO … [Read more...] about Podimo audiobook platform raises $78 million in Series B funding
E Ink partners with Japan’s Itochu for E-Paper products
Taiwan-based E Ink Holdings Inc. has tied up with the Japanese trading company Itochu Corporation for the supply of e-paper products such as electronic signages, shelf labels, and logistics tags. Such products will find application in Itochu's global operations and will reduce their dependence on paper or traditional electronics.With greater access to E Ink's products, … [Read more...] about E Ink partners with Japan’s Itochu for E-Paper products
Pebble Gear launches Disney licensed kid’s tablets
Pebble Gear has announced the launch of a new range of tablets and accessories targeted at kids. The company that specializes in kid-friendly products and technology said the new tablet range is meant for use by the three to eight-year-old kids and has been designed from the ground up specifically for that role.With that in mind, safety has been accorded top priority with … [Read more...] about Pebble Gear launches Disney licensed kid’s tablets
Former US President Obama nominated for Grammy awards for audiobook A Promised Land
Former US president and two-time Grammy award winner Barack Obama have been nominated for the third time for his audiobook A Promised Land. The audiobook has been pitched in the ‘Best Spoken Word Album’ category, HuffPost reported. Others in contention in the same category include Dave Chappelle, LeVar Burton, and Don Cheadle.Obama had earlier been awarded the Grammy back … [Read more...] about Former US President Obama nominated for Grammy awards for audiobook A Promised Land
Amazon Kindle Unlimited discounted to $4.99 for a four-month subscription
Amazon is offering a substantial discount on Kindle Unlimited so that a four-month subscription to the above service is now available for just $4.99. The same at other times would have cost $40 though Amazon offers a month-long free trial to anyone who'd like to try out the service before becoming a paid member. The above offer is applicable to new and returning … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Unlimited discounted to $4.99 for a four-month subscription
GrandPad tablet can be the best thing that the senior citizens will want to use
The rapid advancement in technology is no doubt a boon but only for those who can make the most out of it. Unfortunately, senior citizens who are well past their prime rarely fall in the above category. Ironically, it is technology itself that has come to the rescue of the seniors in the form of the GrandPad tablet.Now, there is nothing too revolutionary with the GrandPad. … [Read more...] about GrandPad tablet can be the best thing that the senior citizens will want to use
Spotify to spend $3.5 billion on enhancing podcast and audiobook experience
Spotify is increasingly turning to audiobooks and podcasts to achieve its future growth targets. Towards that, Spotify CFO Paul Vogel said they have earmarked a budget of $3.5 billion which they intend to spend in enhancing its podcast and audiobook offerings.The process is already underway at Spotify, something exemplified by the recent acquisition of Findaway. This makes … [Read more...] about Spotify to spend $3.5 billion on enhancing podcast and audiobook experience
Yen Press to launch three Audiobook series in 2022
Yen Press said they will be introducing three new audiobook series in 2022. As The Outer Haven reported, there is going to be the Spice & Wolf that is set for launch on March 2022 while So I'm a Spider, So What? is scheduled for launch on April 2022. Lastly, there is going to be the Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai that would be launched around June 2022. Yen … [Read more...] about Yen Press to launch three Audiobook series in 2022