The Kobo WIFI was the second e-reader that Kobo ever made and it is officially discontinued today. It will no longer be able to access the online bookstore, so new titles cannot be purchased. There will also be no firmware updates ever again for this device. Although ebooks you currently have on the WIFI will … [Read more...] about Kobo WIFI support officially ends today
e-Reader News
Where in the world is color e-paper?
Millions of people are clambering for a full color e-reader, but it isn't going to be a reality anytime soon. Various companies have spent a copious amount of money developing screen tech, but it failed to catch on. This is a shame because digital comics, magazines and newspapers would look glorious on a large screen … [Read more...] about Where in the world is color e-paper?
Should e-Reader companies support SD Cards?
Amazon, Barnes and Noble and Kobo have abandoned on-board SD cards and these three brands represent the vast majority of e-reader sales in North America. In Europe and China many e-reader brands have also removed support for SD cards, this is evident with most of Onyx Boox's new devices and ditto with Tolino and … [Read more...] about Should e-Reader companies support SD Cards?
Onyx Boox Nova vs Kobo Forma
These two e-readers have a fair bit in common. The Onyx Boox Nova and Kobo Forma basically have the same screen size and you get a good ebook experience with 300 PPI. There is no SD card on either of the two devices, so you have to make do. The Forma has two different storage options: 8GB and 32GB, while the Nova just … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox Nova vs Kobo Forma
A dual screen e-reader is looking likely for 2020
Samsung and a number of other companies are working on or have announced foldable phones. They are around the same size of a smartphone, but can be unfolded to be the size of a tablet. TCL has just developed DragonHinge technology that acts as a mechanical housing for foldables “allowing them to fold and bend in … [Read more...] about A dual screen e-reader is looking likely for 2020
We need more large screen e-readers
Over the course of the past four years the e-reader industry has taught us that large screen e-readers are in demand. The Onyx Boox Note, Remarkable, Sony Digital Paper and Boyue Mimas have been selling like crazy and there is a huge demand for these products. The upcoming Wiskey EE Write Pad has received a ton of … [Read more...] about We need more large screen e-readers
Wisky EeWrite E-Pad might be the best e-reader ever made
The Wisky EeWrite is a new e-reader that is hitting mass production right now and will be released sometime in May. This 10.3 inch e-reader is the first one that is utilizing a Helio 10 core processor and its performance is putting everything else to shame.The EeWrite features a 10.3 inch E Ink Mobius display with … [Read more...] about Wisky EeWrite E-Pad might be the best e-reader ever made
The Most Groundbreaking E-Readers
In the year 2018, we have witnessed some of the most groundbreaking e-readers being released compared to the prior years. For those who are fans of e-books, this has been great news, as they could make a choice between different amazing e-book devices, from digital note-taking devices to the more consumer-oriented … [Read more...] about The Most Groundbreaking E-Readers
Boyue Releases the Likebook Muses e-Reader
Boyue has just released the Likebook Muses, which can be considered the second generation Likebook Mars. This device has the same specs as the Mars, except it has a WACOM layer and comes with a stylus with take notes and edit PDF files. It also has more internal storage to house all of your apps and files, with 32GB … [Read more...] about Boyue Releases the Likebook Muses e-Reader
Barnes and Noble should release a new Nook in 2019
Barnes and Noble is in a sordid state of affairs, in the most recent quarter, the company has $11.2 million in cash and $63.7 million in accounts receivable. While it doesn’t have any short-term debt, it does have over $621 million in accounts payable. This means it owes landlords, publishers and suppliers a copious … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble should release a new Nook in 2019
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 4 has been discounted in Canada
Amazon frequently discounts the Kindle Paperwhite 4 in the US for major holidays, including Valentines Day. The company has finally provided savings to residents in Canada and you can pick up the 8GB model for $109, which is a overall savings of $30 and the 32GB Paperwhite for $134.00, providing a savings of $35.00. … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 4 has been discounted in Canada
A brief history of e-reader screen sizes
E-Readers have been around for over a decade and various screen sizes have been experimented with in order to win over customers. The Amazon Kindle DX was on one of the first e-reader that bucked the 6 inch trend and the Kobo Mini was the first 5 inch. E-Readers have gotten larger over the years and they range from 6 … [Read more...] about A brief history of e-reader screen sizes