LCD or OLED displays are not known to be particularly eye-friendly. Viewing the display from close ranges can further complicate matters, more so for those who might be suffering from pre-existing issues with their vision. Fortunately, Apple seems to have an ingenious solution to the issue in the form of the Screen Distance feature.Bundled as part of the upcoming iOS 17 and … [Read more...] about Apple introduces new Screen Distance feature to ease eye strain
Looking to change the wallpaper on your Kindle?
Let’s be clear on one thing right from the start. There is no way you can change the wallpaper or the lock screen art on your Kindle device. Maybe that has to do with the Amazon thought process with the Kindle line, that of replicating the same feel as when reading a real book but in the digital realm. The Kindle simply excels in this role and is one reason why it happens to be … [Read more...] about Looking to change the wallpaper on your Kindle?
Omegaverse writers up in arms against generative AI applications
Fan fiction authors are expressing their discontent with the use of their work to train generative AI systems, and they also seem to have a solution to the issue. In an attempt to disrupt AI generators, "Omegaverse" writers have organized a week-long writing marathon called Knot in my Name. As TechCrunch reported, the objective of this event is to encourage the fan fiction … [Read more...] about Omegaverse writers up in arms against generative AI applications
Google introduces new book management feature to its Play Books app
Google recently unveiled a fresh logo for its Google Books app. Now, that is being accompanied by significant internal enhancements. As Android Police stated, one notable improvement lies in the revamped library management system, aimed at simplifying the organization of your book collection.A noteworthy addition is the ability to handle multiple books simultaneously, … [Read more...] about Google introduces new book management feature to its Play Books app
Europeans less inclined towards pirated stuff, EUIPO study reveals
A recently published research study conducted by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) sheds light on the perceptions and behaviors of European citizens regarding intellectual property and online piracy. The findings reveal a majority of Europeans express disapproval of obtaining digital content from illegal sources. Common justifications for such behavior, … [Read more...] about Europeans less inclined towards pirated stuff, EUIPO study reveals
A Guitar with colour-changing Prism 3 e-paper display, and the result is enchanting
Where is the next you thought e-paper displays might crop up after seeing the Kohler Numi 2.0 toilet that is as unconventional as it is quirky? Fortunately, it’s far less outlandish this time as it’s a guitar that has been done up with an E Ink display and the result is as fascinating as it is aesthetic.Developed by Cream Guitars, it is the same Prism 3 color-changing … [Read more...] about A Guitar with colour-changing Prism 3 e-paper display, and the result is enchanting
Amazon to use AI for creating product review summary
Amazon is incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into its shopping app to help users find the right products CNBC reported. The company is currently testing a feature that uses AI to summarize customer reviews on certain products. The summarized reviews provide a brief overview of what shoppers liked and disliked, with a disclaimer that the summary is AI-generated from … [Read more...] about Amazon to use AI for creating product review summary
Amazon now offering Buy Now Pay Later service via Affirm
Affirm has become the first "buy now, pay later" (BNPL) provider to join forces with Amazon Pay, CNet reported. This partnership allows U.S. merchants using Amazon Pay to offer their customers the option to utilize Affirm's BNPL technology. Rather than integrating Affirm as a standalone installment option, merchants can seamlessly incorporate it into their existing Amazon Pay … [Read more...] about Amazon now offering Buy Now Pay Later service via Affirm
Amazon Kindle Unlimited. All your questions answered
So, you are an avid reader and like most of your ilk, you have invested in a Kindle device to take your reading to the digital realm. While that is a nice thing given how great a Kindle is for reading e-books, the other aspect of the Kindle device that adds to its immense appeal the world over is the diverse and expansive content ecosystem backing the e-reader. In fact, Kindle … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Unlimited. All your questions answered
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra makes it past FCC, more details of the S9 series emerge online
Fresh details about Samsung's upcoming flagship tablets, the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S9 Plus, have surfaced through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). From what is evident, the Galaxy Tab S9 series is likely to continue with the same design theme as that of its predecessors, including a noticeable notch on the Ultra variant.Also, while the FCC has kept … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra makes it past FCC, more details of the S9 series emerge online
The Xiaomi Moaan ‘lighter than’ Air e-reader: A Review
Xiaomi has a wide range of E Ink devices to offer in different size categories. I reviewed the Xiaomi Moan W8 e-note having a 10-inch display just days back and now, here is the Moan Air that features a 6-inch display. Apart from the display, the other thing small with the device, and which perhaps has earned it its name is its weight. At just 155 grams, it easily is among the … [Read more...] about The Xiaomi Moaan ‘lighter than’ Air e-reader: A Review
Sol Reader e-reader headset advanced versions now shipping to early testers
The Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset might be making all the noise at the moment but here is another headset that too holds a lot of appeal but mostly for book lovers. It is the Sol Reader that will let you get immersed in your favorite books while cutting out all the distractions. The company secured a $5 million funding round a year ago, led by Garry Tan from … [Read more...] about Sol Reader e-reader headset advanced versions now shipping to early testers
Hanvon launches new high-end Clear e-reader model having more storage and memory
Hanvon recently launched a new Clear E-reader earlier this month, featuring a 7-inch 300 PPI display and starting at 1379 Yuan for the 2 + 32 GB variant. Now, the company has introduced a high-end version with a 4 + 64 GB configuration that is priced at 1579 Yuan.The Hanwang Clear E-reader features a 7-inch Carta 1200 E Ink screen with a resolution of 300 PPI. The Clear … [Read more...] about Hanvon launches new high-end Clear e-reader model having more storage and memory
Old Kindle Paperwhite turned into a WeatherBoard to display weather information
If you have an old Kindle Paperwhite device languishing in your drawers and you have no idea what to do with it, here is something that might be of interest to you. As a Reddit user by the name 'klikini' revealed, the Kindle device can well be made to function as a weather display board of sorts. The device is aptly named the WeatherBoard.As is evident in the image shown, … [Read more...] about Old Kindle Paperwhite turned into a WeatherBoard to display weather information