E-notes or e-notebooks are products that typically have an E-ink screen and whose primary function is to replace paper and enhance portability. The Sony Digital Paper was the first one to spawn an entire industry, and this one supported PDF files. Many liked how light it was and could now read thousands of pages of dense documents and sign them as needed. Very quickly, new … [Read more...] about E-Notebook sales are trending downwards
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Will be ever see another book with Harry Potter level hype?
The Harry Potter books were the most hyped in the modern era of publishing when they first came out. They remain popular today; Amazon Charts tracks the most-read and sold books for fiction and non-fiction, and almost all the Harry Potter books continue to dominate. When the final book was released, people were sleeping outside bookstores and waiting for them to open. … [Read more...] about Will be ever see another book with Harry Potter level hype?
A Comprehensive Guide to Using Tablets as a Primary Reading Device
Every reader is different, so it makes sense that their reading weapon of choice also varies. And today we’ll be taking a look at tablets and how they fare as reading devices. If you’ve been debating if you should get one for reading purposes… we’ll cover all the relevant bases below. Advantages of Using a Tablet If you’re considering a tablet, one super important factor to … [Read more...] about A Comprehensive Guide to Using Tablets as a Primary Reading Device
Is There A Future for Color e-Readers?
Color E INK has been around for over a decade, and early on, few companies took the risks of releasing consumer-grade e-book readers. The technology has matured, and everyone seems to focus on Kaleido 3 and Gallery 3 e-paper. Amazon, Kobo, and Remarkable are three of the largest companies that have embraced color e-paper in the past year. Some of the largest Chinese companies, … [Read more...] about Is There A Future for Color e-Readers?
E-books, E-Reader and Digital Manga News of the Week
Welcome to another edition of the top stories of the week. There has been lots of news happening in the industry, and here are some bite-sized stories that have not warranted a dedicated article on Good e-Reader. Shueisha’s MANGA Plus digital manga app and service has added Yoichi Takahashi’s original soccer manga series Captain Tsubasa. All manga chapters will be free to … [Read more...] about E-books, E-Reader and Digital Manga News of the Week
Many E-Reader Companies Are Slow At Issuing Software Updates
Dozens of e-reader brands have slowed down on issuing software updates. Barnes and Noble NOOK tend only to support the e-readers they currently sell. The last update was over 6 months ago. The last Rakuten Kobo update was in October of 2024. Meebook tends only to release one update per generation; Onyx Boox releases one twice a year, if that. Tolino issues one every 6 or 7 … [Read more...] about Many E-Reader Companies Are Slow At Issuing Software Updates
Should Barnes and Noble Release a Color NOOK E-Reader?
Barnes and Noble is the only major US brand that does not employ Color E INK technology on its NOOK e-readers. Amazon has Colorsoft, which sells quite well, and Rakuten Kobo has a few different color models in its portfolio. Customers now have more choices regarding reading on a color e-paper screen. Will the largest bookseller in the United States join the fray or stick with a … [Read more...] about Should Barnes and Noble Release a Color NOOK E-Reader?
Should You Upgrade to the Latest Generation Kindle?
Amazon Kindle e-readers are unlike smartphones, which you upgrade every year or every couple of years. The underlying operating system doesn't change, and the Kindles are immune to the whole AI craze. E-ink technology moves at a snail's pace, so from generation to generation, there are slight improvements in the e-paper technology, storage configurations, new colors, and faster … [Read more...] about Should You Upgrade to the Latest Generation Kindle?
Amazon Keeps on Limiting the Kindle e-Reader
Amazon seems to be locking down the Kindle e-reader to try and curb piracy. The company recently disabled the USB File Transfer Tool, allowing people to back up their Kindle books locally. They also patched Kindle for PC to prevent backing up titles. A few years ago, they turned off the MOBI format from Send to Kindle, and only yesterday, they severely limited it further. The … [Read more...] about Amazon Keeps on Limiting the Kindle e-Reader
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?