E Ink tablets are new entrants to the e-paper landscape. Apart from having all the goodness that E Ink stands for, the other positive with these tablet devices is that several of these run Android and have access to the Google Play Store as well. That way, users can install apps of their choice, which includes gaming apps as well. This might sound contrary to popular belief, … [Read more...] about Best E Ink tablets for lite gaming
Google News app for Android gets revamped
Google seems to have revamped its News app for Android. Many have reported getting to see a fresh new outlay for news which are grouped together in the Your Briefing and weather widget which is larger and more elaborate in its outlay though the content is still fixed to show top five stories, just as it has been with the old design. Another change to be seen, and what can also … [Read more...] about Google News app for Android gets revamped
Upcoming Android version for tablets might include a new Hub Mode
Google is keen to make up for the years of neglect that it subjected its tablet segment to. The company had earlier announced the launch of the Android 12L version which it said has been specifically designed for tablets and dual-screen devices. However, it isn't stopping at that but is working to include other tablet-friendly features as well. As Esper revealed, those include … [Read more...] about Upcoming Android version for tablets might include a new Hub Mode
Are E Ink monitors good for work?
Think of E Ink and you are likely to have glimpses of a monochrome display that looks and feels like real paper. That is because it is a reflective display and is hence extremely soothing to the eye. It’s unlike an LCD or an LED display which emits light that is as harmful to the eyes as it is to mental health. All of this should explain the popularity of e-reader devices such … [Read more...] about Are E Ink monitors good for work?
Huawei MatePad Paper set for launch in China on March 16
Huawei had earlier announced the MatePad Paper E Ink tablet will launch around mid-March. Now the company has officially confirmed it is happening on March 16 at the '2022 Huawei Whole House Smart and Whole Scene New Product Spring Conference', HuaweiCentral reported. The company had launched the international version of the tablet on February 27 though at the March 16 event, … [Read more...] about Huawei MatePad Paper set for launch in China on March 16
Walmart to use SES-imagotag’s smart ESL tech for digitization of store shelves
SES-imagotag announced it has entered into a partnership with Walmart where it will lend its expertise in digital solutions to allow for digitalization of the store shelf edge across all of Walmart's retail outlets. SES imagotag has already been working to implement its digital solutions using E Ink electronic shelf labels in Walmart's pilot store in Arkansas which has proved … [Read more...] about Walmart to use SES-imagotag’s smart ESL tech for digitization of store shelves
Badger smart badge can translate and convert a speech to text in real-time
Here is a wearable smart badge that is unlike any other given that it can translate a speech and then convert it to text in real-time. This makes it extremely handy for people to communicate effectively with those who are deaf or have a hearing impairment. The Badger, as the device is named has been developed by Satellite Displays and is being promoted primarily for use in the … [Read more...] about Badger smart badge can translate and convert a speech to text in real-time
Magademy Awards by BookLive is going to be the Oscars of manga
The Japanese e-bookstore BookLive is hosting the inaugural Magademy Awards event for the first time ever, something that has been conceived in line with the Academy Awards ceremonies. As it is with the latter that honors those with artistic and technical brilliance in the film industry, the Magademy Awards has been created to celebrate and honor the manga characters as well as … [Read more...] about Magademy Awards by BookLive is going to be the Oscars of manga
FriesenPress gets into publishing and distribution of audiobooks
FriesenPress announced it has now started to provide audiobook production and distribution services to independent and self-publishing authors, the company revealed in a press release. FriesenPress said the authors will have the option to narrate their own book if they so wish to and from their own location though the process involves collaborating with a producer in real-time. … [Read more...] about FriesenPress gets into publishing and distribution of audiobooks
Apple unveils the new Mac Studio desktop powered by the M1 Max and M1 Ultra processor
Apple introduced a new desktop computer during its spring event - the Mac Studio. Having the looks of a Mac Mini, but with slightly bigger dimensions, it's a pure monster on the inside thanks to the M1 Max and the new and even more powerful M1 Ultra chipset it comes with. Apple is claiming it to be the most powerful desktop processor ever made, something that should justify the … [Read more...] about Apple unveils the new Mac Studio desktop powered by the M1 Max and M1 Ultra processor
Onyx Boox now endorsing Connected Papers, the advanced visualization tool for academic research
Onyx Boox, the China-based company that has come to be known for its impressive range of e-readers and tablets featuring E Ink displays announced it is sponsoring Connected Papers, an advanced visualization tool for academic research. As Digital Journal reported, this is expected to provide impetus to the growth of Connected Papers as well as other supporting tools and … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox now endorsing Connected Papers, the advanced visualization tool for academic research
New iPad Air with M1 processor launched, starts at $599
Apple has announced the new refreshed iPad Air during its much publicised Spring event. However, the new iPad Air is seen sporting a similar design as its predecessor, which shouldn’t come as a surprise though considering that it’s just about a year and a half that the tablet got an iPad Pro-like makeover. As such, much of the changes implemented have been on the inside, which … [Read more...] about New iPad Air with M1 processor launched, starts at $599
New lithium-sulfur battery can power e-readers for months on a single charge
One of the biggest advantages of e-readers, apart from the paper-like E Ink display itself is the excellent battery. With a single charge, these can easily last several weeks. However, much of that has to do with the E Ink display itself which has an extremely low power requirement for its operation. The battery, otherwise, happens to be the same standard lithium-ion … [Read more...] about New lithium-sulfur battery can power e-readers for months on a single charge