A software update has enabled the Amazon Kindle e-reader to gain new functionality. Double Tap to Page Turn: You can now double-tap on the sides or back of your device to turn pages in books or scroll down in Home and Library. The Kindle does not use a touch sensor for this new feature; Amazon is likely taking advantage of the accelerometer or orientation sensor. The Kindle … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Now Has Double Tap to Page Turn – Video
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Amazon Fire Tablets Are All On Sale
If you want any of the new Amazon Fire Tablets, now is the time. Every model in Canada and the United States is heavily discounted for the Big Spring Sale. For example, you can get the top-of-the-line Fire 11 Max for $234.99, saving $45. This deal applies to the 128GB device without ads. The Amazon Fire HD 10 is usually $139 but can be yours for under $100. The excellent … [Read more...] about Amazon Fire Tablets Are All On Sale
Amazon Music Unlimited With Audible Expands Into More Countries
In late November, Amazon Music proclaimed that subscribers will have access to the Audible catalogue of over one million audiobooks. However, they can only listen to one audiobook every month. They won’t have purchasing rights, without a Audible subscription. It initially launched in US, the UK, and Canada, but has now expanded into other countries. Amazon today announced … [Read more...] about Amazon Music Unlimited With Audible Expands Into More Countries
Amazon Announces Big Spring Sale is Back for 2025
Amazon's Big Spring Sale 2025 is back March 25-31, offering incredible deals across over 35 categories. The sale features discounts of up to 40% off select items in apparel, beauty, and home categories. Customers can find great deals on Samsung, Hydro Flask, Bumble, Kindle e-readers, and Fire Tablets. Starting March 25, customers can find Amazon’s Big Spring Sale deals at … [Read more...] about Amazon Announces Big Spring Sale is Back for 2025
What are Amazon Kindle Points? Why Should You Care?
Amazon has been running a program in the United States called Kindle Rewards or Kindle Points. Customers earn points for buying books and can redeem them for Kindle book credit. This applies to not only Kindle books but also to hardcovers and paperbacks. Once you accumulate 300 points, you can redeem them for $3 in book credit. Why should you care about this program? Here is … [Read more...] about What are Amazon Kindle Points? Why Should You Care?
What Kindle Service Will Amazon Kill Next?
Amazon has discontinued several Kindle services in the past twelve months. A few weeks ago, it discontinued the USB-File Transfer system. A couple of months ago, it discontinued its serialized platform, Kindle Vella. Late last year, it killed Kindle Flashcards. What will Amazon do next? Will customers again be up in arms? Kindle Firmware Updates Amazon releases software … [Read more...] about What Kindle Service Will Amazon Kill Next?
Audible Standard Plus Subscription is a Terrible Value
Audible has two subscription tiers to download and listen to audioboooks. Audible Standard/Audible Plus and Audible Premium Plus. The base membership is the cheapest, you get one audiobook credit per month and can be redeemed for any title in the Audible catalogue. However, credits do not rollover if you do not use them, and if you cancel your subscription, any audioboook you … [Read more...] about Audible Standard Plus Subscription is a Terrible Value
Amazon Alexa+ will cost $19.99 per month
Amazon's new and improved version of Alexa is called Alexa+. The next-generation upgrade is more conversational, can execute complex tasks, and is more personalized. While the rollout starts next month on select Echo Show devices, Amazon claims it will eventually be available on every Alexa-powered device the company has shipped. It will cost $20 monthly but is free for Amazon … [Read more...] about Amazon Alexa+ will cost $19.99 per month
Amazon is having a big event tomorrow
Amazon might have quietly discontinued its File Transfer system for e-books tomorrow, but something else is occurring on the same day: a hardware event. Amazon is holding a "devices and services" showcase on February 26th in New York. They will not be streaming the event live. Instead, they will likely announce a new version of Alexa powered by AI. The company will likely … [Read more...] about Amazon is having a big event tomorrow