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?
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Amazon’s Legal Battles: A Comedy of Lawsuits
You know that kid who’s always getting sent to the principal’s office? At some point, you have to ask: is it the school… or is it just the kid? Well, if Amazon were a student, it would likely have a permanent seat in detention. From accusations of price-fixing to privacy invasions, this tech giant has faced multiple lawsuits coming it's way and dish a few out … [Read more...] about Amazon’s Legal Battles: A Comedy of Lawsuits
Top E-Reading Apps That Work Seamlessly While Travelling in Europe
For book lovers, travelling across Europe is an adventure filled with history, culture, and new experiences. However, carrying physical books can be impractical when hopping between cities. That’s where e-reading apps come in—offering a lightweight and convenient way to enjoy books on the go. But seamless internet connectivity is crucial to make the most of your digital library … [Read more...] about Top E-Reading Apps That Work Seamlessly While Travelling in Europe
Does AI features matter on e-notebooks, Kindle Scribe or Bigme?
AI features are all of the rage these days. You can't go a couple of seconds without hearing about a new startup or Chinese intuitive such as Deepspeak disrupting the entire space. E-Readers have hardly any AI features, but the e-notebook space is starting to embrace it in a big way. Maybe they hope to capitalize on a trend, without accounting for the user experience. When … [Read more...] about Does AI features matter on e-notebooks, Kindle Scribe or Bigme?
Why 2025 Is the Perfect Time to Get Your First E-Reader
For many years now, there has been a heated discussion between fans of traditional paper books and modern e-readers. And here, each side has its own undeniable arguments that are supported by life experience and familiar everyday situations. But as they say, until you try it yourself, you won’t know. And it’s better to try once than to read a hundred times. Well, and many … [Read more...] about Why 2025 Is the Perfect Time to Get Your First E-Reader
New Study: Did This Gene Give Us the Gift of Gab?
Every parent eagerly awaits their child’s first word—not because they’re expecting a budding poet, but because they are hoping to hear Mama or Dada… however, often it’s No. (Honestly, language development may have peaked right there.) Parents may cheer for their little one’s newfound voice, but that first No also comes with a twinge of dread as they think, If this is how it … [Read more...] about New Study: Did This Gene Give Us the Gift of Gab?
Pay Once, Read Forever: How to Own E-Books Without Getting Stuck in a Payment Cycle
E-books have revolutionized our reading, offering instant access to vast libraries without the bulk of physical books. However, as digital content becomes more subscription-based, many readers are trapped in ongoing payment cycles just to access their favorite titles. The good news? You don’t have to subscribe endlessly to enjoy e-books. By making smart purchasing decisions, … [Read more...] about Pay Once, Read Forever: How to Own E-Books Without Getting Stuck in a Payment Cycle
Will Amazon Discontinue the Kindle Scribe?
The Amazon Kindle Scribe was launched in 2022 and was released to compete against the Remarkable, Supernote, Onyx Boox, Bigme, and other dedicated e-notebooks. Amazon has had an uphill battle, since their competition had a five-year head start. The Scribes software was never powerful, although a flurry of firmware updates made it somewhat viable. In 2024, Amazon released a … [Read more...] about Will Amazon Discontinue the Kindle Scribe?
The Gloves Are Off: Amazon’s Quebec Layoffs Spark Backlash
Amazon’s recent decision to shut down all seven of its Quebec warehouses, laying off more than 1,900 workers, is more than just another round of corporate restructuring—it’s a flashpoint in the ongoing battle between multinational corporations and labor unions. The Confédération des syndicats nationaux (CSN), representing the affected workers, has wasted no time launching legal … [Read more...] about The Gloves Are Off: Amazon’s Quebec Layoffs Spark Backlash