Freescale has always played a major role in the evolution of the e-reader industry. The companies processors have powered the very first Kindle and continue to play a central role on the Kindle Voyage the Barnes and Noble Nook Glowlight Plus. In June, Freescale announced a major innovation, the IMX 7 dual core processor, which will change the game. How will Amazon, B&N and … [Read more...] about When will e-reader companies Adopt IMX7?
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Barnes and Noble Nook Glowlight Plus Now Available
Barnes and Noble has just unveiled the first new e-Reader since 2013, the Nook Glowlight Plus. The intention behind this device is to bring back the glory days, when the bookseller first got into the hardware industry and their name carried a lot of weight.  When Barnes and Noble first started developing e-readers, they had a very unique design that stood out in a crowded … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Nook Glowlight Plus Now Available
Top 10 Must Read e-Books for November 2015
This November a massive amount of new e-books will be released by big name authors. There are so many coming out, that it is often hard to sort through a bunch of different websites and book lists. The intention behind the Good e-Reader Essential Reads List is to give you a sense on what is coming out next month. We also include Buy it Now buttons, so you can easily purchase it … [Read more...] about Top 10 Must Read e-Books for November 2015
Icarus Illumina XL 8 inch e-reader available this November
Icarus has been making e-readers since 2012 and they have been one of the early pioneers of making very accessible devices. They pioneered open Android on their complete line of products, not locking you into an walled garden, but instead allows you to install any Android app you want. The company has a new e-reader that will be available this November, called the Illumina … [Read more...] about Icarus Illumina XL 8 inch e-reader available this November
Barnes and Noble Facing Lawsuit for Defective Nook Charger Cords
Barnes and Noble proprietary charging cables for e-readers and tablets are notoriously defective. Thousands of users have reported that they break really easy and once the one year warranty is up, you have to spend $12 to buy a new set. A new class action lawsuit claims that The Barnes & Noble knowingly sold Nook e-readers and tablets with defective charging devices, rendering … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Facing Lawsuit for Defective Nook Charger Cords
Staples Discounts Kindle e-readers by $20
Amazon announced a three day $20 discount on their modern line of Kindle e-readers and it looks like Staples has followed suit. The big box retailer is offering the Kindle Basic Touch, which normally retails for $79, is now on sale for $59. The Kindle Paperwhite 3 normally costs $119 and is now on sale for $99.One of the benefits about ordering the Kindle from Staples is … [Read more...] about Staples Discounts Kindle e-readers by $20
Amazon Discounts Kindle e-Readers by $20
Amazon has discounted a number of e-readers on their website for a three day sale. You can check out the Kindle Basic Touch, which normally retails for $79, now on sale for $59. Maybe the Kindle Paperwhite 3 is up your alley? This device normally costs $119 and is now on sale for $99. Sadly, the flagship Kindle Voyage has received no discount.Sometime this month Amazon is … [Read more...] about Amazon Discounts Kindle e-Readers by $20
Are we losing faith in e-Books?
Over the last few years our trust has been shaken when it comes to buying e-books. Sometimes this stems from our favorite bookstore going out of business and all of our purchases disappearing or the high cost of investing in digital. Have we lost faith in e-books?Good e-Reader Research conducted a survey and 664 people took part. The demographic comprised of casual readers … [Read more...] about Are we losing faith in e-Books?
Watch a Modular Bookshelf be Constructed
Frank Howarth needed to design some bookshelves for his parents' new house, so he came up with a modular design that doesn't require doubling up on vertical slats of plywood. The video below documents exactly how he came up with the idea and shows the construction of the shelf in real time. … [Read more...] about Watch a Modular Bookshelf be Constructed
Exclusive – B&N Nook Glowlight Plus e-Reader Revealed
Barnes and Noble is very close to making a formal announcement for their first e-reader since 2013. The Nook Glowlight Plus will be the first high definition device that will give the Kindle Voyage and Kobo Glo HD a run for their money.Barnes and Noble has just updated the media page on the Nook website within the last 24 hours. They are showcasing 8 images of the Nook … [Read more...] about Exclusive – B&N Nook Glowlight Plus e-Reader Revealed
Barnes and Noble Unveils Curated Content via Nook Readouts
Barnes and Noble has just unveiled a new program that gives readers a chance to read curated content from the Nook editors and customize their own feeds. Nook Readouts leverages Barnes & Noble’s vast content catalog and deep bookseller knowledge to deliver a daily selection of addictive and compelling quick reads that can be enjoyed anytime and anywhere on all NOOK by … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Unveils Curated Content via Nook Readouts
Bookeen e-Readers Available in E.Leclerc hypermarkets and supermarkets
Bookeen has announced that they have just signed a major agreement with E.Leclerc to have e-readers available in over 500 retail locations in France. This will give patrons a great alternative to Amazon and Kobo.[showhide type='pressrelease']In order to develop its e-bookshop offer, E.Leclerc has chosen Bookeen, the French e-book pioneer for over 12 years, to provide a … [Read more...] about Bookeen e-Readers Available in E.Leclerc hypermarkets and supermarkets
Kobo debuts first contest where you win Super Points
Kobo has quietly announced a new contest on their Facebook Page of all places and hardly knows about it. This is the first major thing they have done with their new Super Points loyalty program, where you earn points on e-book purchases and can spend it to get free e-books. Each day Kobo is giving out prizes of 20,000 points, weekly $1,000 giveaways and a grand prize of 3 trips … [Read more...] about Kobo debuts first contest where you win Super Points