Michael and Peter have conducted a roundtable discussion on what occured in the e-reader industry in 2018 and gave their top pick as the best e-reader of the year. Last year the e-reader industry released more new devices than any other year in history. This has resulted in more consumer choice, whether its a normal ebook reader or one that runs Google Android, that is more … [Read more...] about Michael and Peter Choose the Best e-Reader of 2018
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Kobo is releasing a new e-reader on Mother’s Day with Audiobook support
Kobo is working on new e-reader that will have audiobook support via Bluetooth. Kobo audiobooks can be purchased on a per title basis, but the platform also offers a subscription system for a monthly fee and it also comes with a 30-day free trial period. Customers will get one credit a month with their subscription and they can be redeemed for any audiobook title on the … [Read more...] about Kobo is releasing a new e-reader on Mother’s Day with Audiobook support
Do you take notes or make annotations in ebooks?
Every single e-reader in the world has the ability to make notes on an ebook, using a software driven keyboard. It is also possible to make annotations in ebooks and PDF files with an e-reader in a few different ways. Most e-readers have a highlight system, but the best support comes from e-readers that have a WACOM screen and stylus support. This includes devices like the … [Read more...] about Do you take notes or make annotations in ebooks?
E-Reader trends and statistics for 2019
E-Readers are becoming really popular again and more new devices were released in 2018, than other other year. There are a few reasons why people are buying more e-readers and screen size is a big one, no pun intended. You can elect to go with a pocket friendly 6 inch display or 6.8. There are numerous other screen sizes available and they go upwards to 13.3 inches. There is … [Read more...] about E-Reader trends and statistics for 2019
Tolino Shine 3 e-Reader Review
Tolino has issued three different generations of the Shine e-reader, which is their mid level device. This is the first model in the lineup that was designed by Kobo and the Shine 3 is basically the Kobo Clara HD shell and internals. It does have Tolino software and the Tolino bookstore, which is appealing to the German audience.In late 2017 Kobo purchased the Tolino … [Read more...] about Tolino Shine 3 e-Reader Review
Boyue Likebook Mimas will be available in a few weeks
Bouye released the Likebook Mimas in China a little a while ago and the device is locked to Chinese and there are no options to switch it to another language, such as English. Boyue has been fervently developing an English version of the Mimas because they hope they will sell more units than the Likebook Mars. Boyue has told me that the English version of the Mimas will be … [Read more...] about Boyue Likebook Mimas will be available in a few weeks
Good e-Reader is now a distributor for Bookeen
Bookeen has a long and storied history in the e-reader arena. The company is based in France and has been making e-readers since 2006. Good e-Reader is now the North American distributor of Bookeen e-readers, but we ship all over the world. The Bookeen Muse Light and Muse HD are experiencing stock shortages, but will begin shipping in March 2019 and can be purchased as a … [Read more...] about Good e-Reader is now a distributor for Bookeen
Onyx Boox releases new update for the Note and MAX2
Onyx has just released a new 2.01 firmware update for the Onyx Boox Note and Onyx Boox MAX2. It solves a number of problems with editing PDF files and split screen view for digital books. This new firmware is available to download right away in the settings menu.Neo Reader 2.0Fix the bug of cannot open certain PDF files. Fix the bug of system crash when to … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox releases new update for the Note and MAX2
Getting started with your new Kobo e-reader
Did you just get a new Kobo ereader as a gift for Christmas or just purchased one for yourself? Kobo is globally recognized as the second most popular brand in the world and their devices are easily accessible at thousands of bookstores. Although Kobo e-readers are not overly complicated, but there are a number of tips and tricks to help you get started, and save money on … [Read more...] about Getting started with your new Kobo e-reader
How to get the most of out of your new Kindle e-Reader
The Amazon Kindle is the most popular e-reader in the United States and United Kingdom. There are a few different models that are currently available, such as the entry level Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite 4 and the Kindle Oasis 2. If you are a new Kindle user, it sometimes can be daunting to figure out how everything works and get the most out of your new device. Here is everything … [Read more...] about How to get the most of out of your new Kindle e-Reader
Amazon Kindle Voyage 2 will be released in 2019
Amazon is working on a second generation Kindle Voyage and it will be released sometime in 2019. This e-reader will feature the warm light technology that the company had been working on for the past year, producing a candlelight effect when reading in the dark. It will also have Bluetooth for wireless headphones and speakers, so users can purchase audiobooks from Audible right … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Voyage 2 will be released in 2019
Everything is quiet with the Kobo and Walmart partnership
This summer Walmart started to carry Kobo e-readers and gift cards that could be redeemed for digital books in around a thousand stores in the United States. The company primarily was marketing the Clara HD and never got around to even installing demo units. Meanwhile on the Walmart website, they sell the entire modern Kobo lineup, including the Forma, Kobo Aura and Clara HD. … [Read more...] about Everything is quiet with the Kobo and Walmart partnership
Tolino Shine 3 Unboxing Video
The Tolino Shine 3 came out in October and this e-reader primarily appeals to people who speak German. The digital bookstore primarily has titles in this language, although the UI and menu system appeals to people who speak English. This device is well designed and is a great 3rd generation model to their mid-range portfolio.The Shine 3 features a six inch capacitive … [Read more...] about Tolino Shine 3 Unboxing Video