In a strategic move set to redefine its future trajectory, Issuu, a leading platform for digital content transformation, has announced its acquisition by Bending Spoons, a prominent player in the digital tools and content sector. In a LinkedIn post, Joe Hyrkin, CEO of Issuu, expressed enthusiasm about the development, emphasizing the opportunities it presents for the company's … [Read more...] about Issuu Announces Acquisition by Bending Spoons, Ensures Continuity and Growth
Certified Refurbished Kobo Libra 2 Back in Stock
The Kobo Libra 2 is available once again. However, before you start celebrating, here is the catch: the ones sold now are certified refurbished models. It being so, there are some savings to be made. The Libra 2 is now selling for $159 with free shipping, which is $30 less than what brand-new models would have otherwise cost. Both black and white versions of the Libra 2 are … [Read more...] about Certified Refurbished Kobo Libra 2 Back in Stock
TCL 50 XE NXTPAPER 5G and 50 XL NXTPAPER 5G Now on Sale in the US
The TCL NXTPAPER series smartphones are now available in the United States, PhoneArena reported. That includes the TCL 50 XE NXTPAPER 5G and the TCL 50 XL NXTPAPER 5G; both demoed at the CES event early this year and then at the MWC event later in spring. A few months later, it is good to see both phones with colour e-paper-like displays are finally ready for a market debut. … [Read more...] about TCL 50 XE NXTPAPER 5G and 50 XL NXTPAPER 5G Now on Sale in the US
Kindle Deals Still Available After Prime Day Has Come to an End
Amazon Prime Day event might be over though there are a few Kindle deals still available. Take for instance the Kindle Paperwhite Kids Essentials Bundle which is now available to buy for $157.97. That is 22 percent less than the regular price of $202.97, which comes to a saving of $45 over the regular price. For that amount what you get is the Kindle Kids e-reader device with … [Read more...] about Kindle Deals Still Available After Prime Day Has Come to an End
OKPad – LCD Tablet or e-Reader or Both: A Review
Here is an e-reader that takes us back to when the e-reader industry was still at its formative stage, and we had devices such as the Entourage Edge with dual LCDs. We recently had devices like the GVIDO with dual 13.3-inch e-paper displays or the Lenovo C930. Almost a decade down the line, here comes the OKPad, which also impresses with its dual-screen layout. However, the … [Read more...] about OKPad – LCD Tablet or e-Reader or Both: A Review
Nominees for the American Manga Awards Revealed: Complete List
Anime NYC and Japan Society have revealed the 30 nominees for the first American Manga Awards. The ceremony will be held on August 22 at the Japan Society in New York City, preceding the Anime NYC convention at the Jacob K. Javits Center from August 23-25. These awards recognize excellence in Japanese comics, celebrating individuals who have made significant contributions to … [Read more...] about Nominees for the American Manga Awards Revealed: Complete List
Manga Biography of Charles M. Schulz Set to Launch Soon
Come October 2 and manga fans are going to be treated to a new manga from Udon Entertainment that will be the first of its Manga Biographies series, AnimeNewsNetwork reported. There is going to be Yuzuru Kuki's Manga Biographies: Charles M. Schulz that spans 168 pages and has its cover illustration done by Chi-ko. The authorized biography was published by Kadokawa in Japan in … [Read more...] about Manga Biography of Charles M. Schulz Set to Launch Soon
Apple Working on a Keyboard With Force Sensing and Haptic Feedback
Future MacBook and iPad devices might come with a 'keyless keyboard with force sensing and haptic feedback' feature, AppleWorldToday reported. That is how the futuristic keyboard has been described in the patent application that Apple filed. Apple said the keyboard has been designed keeping in mind the requirements of future devices or operating systems. The said keyboard will … [Read more...] about Apple Working on a Keyboard With Force Sensing and Haptic Feedback
Kindle Oasis and Kindle Paperwhite Cases Now on Sale
It has been the Kindle Scribe that Amazon has been offering a discount on so far. Now, there are a few cases that too have joined the fun. Two of the cases that have been put on sale happen to be for the Kindle Oasis while there is another one for the Kindle Paperwhite. One of the cases sports a merlot shade and is made of natural leather with microfiber interior. This … [Read more...] about Kindle Oasis and Kindle Paperwhite Cases Now on Sale
New Ksana Hybrid Smartwatch Concept Flaunts an E Ink Core
Here comes a hybrid smartwatch concept that includes a smaller E Ink display that makes the inner circle of the otherwise conventional looking watch. As YankoDesign reported, the inner e-paper display of Ksana, as the hybrid smartwatch is named, is also where the digital stuff gets reflected. That includes information such as heart rate monitoring data, notifications, GPS trail … [Read more...] about New Ksana Hybrid Smartwatch Concept Flaunts an E Ink Core
Kobo Summer Sale: Kabo Elipsa 2E and Kobo Sage Discounted
The Kindle Scribe isn't the only big-screen E Ink tablet that is on sale right now as Kobo too has announced a discount on its flagship device, the Kobo Elipsa 2E as part of a summer sale offer. The Elipsa 2E can now be bought for $350 which is $50 less than the regular price. The Elipsa 2E happens to be the only full-scale E Ink tablet device that Kobo has to offer at the … [Read more...] about Kobo Summer Sale: Kabo Elipsa 2E and Kobo Sage Discounted
Audible Introduces New Royalty Model For Authors and Publishers
Amazon announced in a blog post it has come up with a new royalty model that will enable creators to monetize more varied content types. Amazon said it devised the new royalty model after engaging extensively with the authors and publishers and taking into account their feedback on this. The company also said the new model will mean better business opportunities for the authors … [Read more...] about Audible Introduces New Royalty Model For Authors and Publishers
New Boox Update Introduces New Tools and Other Enhancements
Boox has announced it is in the process of rolling out a new firmware update for its range of E Ink devices. The update - version 3.5.3 - comes with several new features while also coming with enhancements to some exciting features as well. Among the new features the update comes with include a new user interface that is all about minimalism without compromising efficiency. … [Read more...] about New Boox Update Introduces New Tools and Other Enhancements
KAIST Researchers Develop Groundbreaking Liquid Metal-Based Electronic Ink
Researchers at KAIST have achieved a significant milestone in bioelectronics with the development of a novel liquid metal-based electronic ink, the website e-patentnews reported. Led by Professor Jaewoong Jeong from the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Professor Steve Park from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, the team has created an … [Read more...] about KAIST Researchers Develop Groundbreaking Liquid Metal-Based Electronic Ink