As expected, Sharp showcased its first ever color e-paper display during the Sharp Tech Day technology exhibition which took place in Tokyo from November 10 - 12. The A2-sized display which Sharp has named ePaper is developed in collaboration with E Ink, the pioneers of e-paper display technology.This innovative, environmentally friendly, and sustainable solution integrates … [Read more...] about New Sharp A2-sized ePoster is a vibrant fusion of E Ink Spectra 6 and Igzo Technology
Apple to introduce larger 12.9-inch iPad Air in early 2024, iPad lineup set for extensive overhaul
Apple is gearing up for a significant refresh of its iPad lineup in the coming year, featuring a notable addition—a larger 12.9-inch iPad Air MacRumor reported. According to insights from Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the company's roadmap prioritizes two iPad Air models for the upcoming launch.Kuo's projections foresee Apple compensating for this year's relative inactivity … [Read more...] about Apple to introduce larger 12.9-inch iPad Air in early 2024, iPad lineup set for extensive overhaul
UK audiobook industry riding a sonic surge in consumer demand
In a recent revelation from Nielsen BookData’s Books & Consumers survey, the audiobook market in the UK is experiencing a remarkable upswing. The survey uncovered a noteworthy 6 percent surge in volume and an impressive 12 percent boost in the value of audiobooks during the initial seven months of 2023, as reported by the Bookseller.If these upward trends persist, … [Read more...] about UK audiobook industry riding a sonic surge in consumer demand
Amazon props Vega to replace Android-based Fire OS on future smart devices
Amazon is reportedly set to bid adieu to Android, ushering in a new era with its homemade Fire OS replacement. According to insights from veteran journalist Janko Roettgers on Lowpass and reported by Engadget, Amazon's grand plan involves stripping away the Android core from future Fire TVs, smart displays, and an array of other devices. Drawing from "multiple sources with … [Read more...] about Amazon props Vega to replace Android-based Fire OS on future smart devices
Kindle Direct Publishing initiates audiobook production of KDP titles in new virtual voice narration beta test
Amazon announced in the KDP community forum it has initiated the beta test of a new technology that would enable authors to create audiobook versions of their e-books easily and quickly. This test involves cutting-edge technology that would enable KDP authors to seamlessly create audiobook renditions of their e-books through virtual voice narration. The program which right now … [Read more...] about Kindle Direct Publishing initiates audiobook production of KDP titles in new virtual voice narration beta test
Spotify now offering free audiobooks in the US to take on Audible
Unlocking a new chapter in audiobook entertainment, Spotify is offering U.S. premium members a generous 15 hours of free audiobook listening starting this Wednesday, 9To5Google reported. This accelerates the anticipated launch in the U.S. which it had earlier said is slated for "this winter." This comes following its successful debut in the U.K. and Australia on Oct. 3.With … [Read more...] about Spotify now offering free audiobooks in the US to take on Audible
Z-Library facing another round of massive domain seizures led by the FBI and Austria’s C4
Z-Library, the infamous shadow library, is encountering a new set of challenges as the FBI and Austria's C4 initiate another wave of domain seizures, TorrentFreak reported. Intriguingly, this latest action aligns with the one-year anniversary of the initial crackdown, which resulted in the seizure of numerous domains and the arrest of two Russian nationals suspected of active … [Read more...] about Z-Library facing another round of massive domain seizures led by the FBI and Austria’s C4
Upcoming Sharp color ePoster to revolutionize e-paper signage industry
Sharp Corporation is set to unveil a vibrant revolution in the poster industry during SHARP Tech Day at the Tokyo Big Sight International Exhibition Center. In collaboration with E Ink, they're introducing new color models of their electronic paper display ePosters, featuring the innovative combination of an IGZO backplane and E Ink Spectra 6 display tech. The event is set to … [Read more...] about Upcoming Sharp color ePoster to revolutionize e-paper signage industry
E Ink Carta 1300 weaves magic on the iReader Smart X3, and how? A Review
iReader stunned us all when it announced the launch of a new e-note device. The impending launch of a new e-note device wasn't the big deal, but that it would feature the new E Ink Carta 1300 display tech took each one of us by a huge surprise. Prior to this, we have had Carta 1200 for quite some time now with numerous devices doing the rounds featuring the display tech. … [Read more...] about E Ink Carta 1300 weaves magic on the iReader Smart X3, and how? A Review
Some of the best Black Friday Kindle deals on offer
The holiday shopping season is here and Amazon has some amazing deals to offer. Here are some of the top deals that you can avail of. Fire HD 10 Kids Some Kid's devices and bundles are selling for half the price. This applies to the new Fire HD 10 Kids which is now priced at $189. There is the option to bring the price down by another 20 percent with a trade-in.The tablet … [Read more...] about Some of the best Black Friday Kindle deals on offer
Amazon announces new Audible pricing for Black Friday in the UK
Amazon-owned Audible happens to be the largest audiobook store out there, one that has to offer the most diverse range of audiobooks, podcasts, and Audible original content. If that isn't reason enough to enroll for an Audible membership, Amazon has just made subscribing to the audiobook store a lot easier thanks to a hefty 60 percent discount being offered at the moment, The … [Read more...] about Amazon announces new Audible pricing for Black Friday in the UK
Like-new Kindle Scribe on sale for really cheap
Here is a chance to pick up the Kindle Scribe while being kind to your wallet. This has been made possible thanks to Amazon offering the flagship Kindle at really low prices, the trade-off being that its refurbished units that are being offered. More specifically, it is a Kindle Scribe model with 16 GB of onboard storage that is on sale for $204, including shipping. As 9To5Toys … [Read more...] about Like-new Kindle Scribe on sale for really cheap
Bigme introduces new features with latest update
Bigme announced a new upgrade for the InkNote Color+ e-note device. The update brings the version up to INKNOTE_COLOR_P_R_4.3.0_20231107 and introduces several new features, ITHome reported. Here are some of the new features and enhancements that the update includes. AI-generated images AI-generated images are a new section added to Bigme Smart Office + ChatGPT functionality. … [Read more...] about Bigme introduces new features with latest update
Sharp to unveil new color E-Ink products with IGZO technology at SHARP Technology Day event
Sharp is gearing up to introduce a new line of color e-ink products featuring IGZO technology. The latest announcement from E Ink reveals that Sharp will unveil its cutting-edge color e-paper posters at the SHARP Technology Day event, taking place at the Tokyo International Exhibition Center from November 10 to 12, ITHome stated. This innovative A2-sized e-paper poster … [Read more...] about Sharp to unveil new color E-Ink products with IGZO technology at SHARP Technology Day event