When Amazon implemented EPUB support for their Send to Kindle functionality, one of the downsides is that the cover art was not displayed properly. This resulted in the standard grey cover art with a text title. Needless to say, this was disjointing for a number of users, who like to see the art. Amazon has just released the 5.15.1 firmware update in the past 24 hours and it … [Read more...] about Send to Kindle for EPUB will now show ebook cover art
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Amazon Kindle Scribe is a 10.2 inch e-note that comes with a stylus
Good e-Reader reported a couple of months ago that Amazon Lab 126 was developing a digital note taking device that came with a stylus. The company then did some focus group testing and asked what would be the best name for it, the Kindle Scribe or Kindle Passage. It looks like we were correct in our report, Amazon has just announced the Kindle Scribe, a brand new 10.2 inch … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Scribe is a 10.2 inch e-note that comes with a stylus
Amazon discounts Kindle prices ahead of its Sept. 28 event
Amazon is all set to launch new devices at its September 28 event which is just hours from now. Meanwhile, the retail giant has announced a price cut for the Kindle line of e-readers in the UK. As things stand at the moment, the base Kindle Paperwhite with ads and 8 GB storage is now selling for £94.99, down from the £129.99 that it otherwise sells for. Similarly, there is a … [Read more...] about Amazon discounts Kindle prices ahead of its Sept. 28 event
The best new books to hit Kindle Unlimited this October
Kindle Unlimited helps voracious readers, casual book lovers, and new-to-reading customers discover incredible books across every genre—with new titles added every month. This October a number of new titles have been added to the platform and here are some of the new books available on Kindle Unlimited right now.Historical HorrorThe Wehrwolf, Alma Katsu: Alma Katsu, … [Read more...] about The best new books to hit Kindle Unlimited this October
Amazon announces Prime Early Access sale on October 11 & October 12
Amazon is running another big sale on October 11 & October 12 called Prime Early Access. This will be similar to Prime Day, so you will be able to find a ton of Amazon device sales, in addition to other brands. It will be running in 15 countries, so likely all of the big markets will be able to capitalize on the savings. It is very likely that the 11th Generation Paperwhite … [Read more...] about Amazon announces Prime Early Access sale on October 11 & October 12
Top 10 best things a Kindle can do
The Amazon Kindle e-reaader has a number of features and enhancements that are entirely unique to the Kindle e-reader. Amazon has really pioneered innovative concepts such as X-Ray and WhisperSync for Voice, in addition to integration of the social media and book discovery site, Goodreads. Many of the things on our list might surprise longtime Kindle users. Here are the 10 best … [Read more...] about Top 10 best things a Kindle can do
Hands on Review of the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB Model
Amazon has just released a new 16GB variant of the 11th Generation Kindle Paperwhite. This model now has the standard 8GB model, which has been the only one that has been available since the Paperwhite 5 first came out in late 2021. The 16GB version can be purchased right now and it costs only $10 more than the base model, which makes it the only one you should be considering, … [Read more...] about Hands on Review of the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB Model
France to impose €3 delivery fee on book orders from Amazon
France has initiated plans to impose a minimum delivery fee of 3 euros for orders placed for books on Amazon, Reuters reported. The fee will apply to only orders less than 35 euros. France already has a law that makes it illegal for retailers to deliver books for free. However, retailers like Amazon have so far evaded the law by charging one cent as a token delivery fee. The … [Read more...] about France to impose €3 delivery fee on book orders from Amazon
Amazon is changing their Kindle Book Return Policy
Amazon is dramatically changing their Kindle book return policy, due to increasing pressure from authors and the Authors Guild. Previously, customers could return a Kindle book for whatever reason and get a refund. Even if they have read the entire book. TikTok is the primary culprit, as many popular content creators say that bookstores should be treated like … [Read more...] about Amazon is changing their Kindle Book Return Policy
Kindle users happier with improved customer satisfaction rankings
Amazon improved its ranking in the customer satisfaction survey in the desktop, laptop, and tablet segment with a score of 79, PCMag reported. This marks a healthy 7 percent improvement in its ranking compared to its 2021 score of 74. This should be an indication of users being largely satisfied with their Kindle e-readers and Fire tablet devices. This makes for a significant … [Read more...] about Kindle users happier with improved customer satisfaction rankings
Everything you need to know about Dark Mode on the Kindle
The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite and the Kindle Oasis has a feature called Dark Mode. This is a system that inverts the text and background, so the background would be black and text is white. This makes reading on the Kindle easier at night, so you won't disturb others. The latest generation Paperwhite has a front-lit display and color temperature system, which allows users to … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about Dark Mode on the Kindle
Will Amazon launch a new Kindle Oasis at its September 28 event?
Amazon is sending out media invites for an online event to be held on September 28 where it is expected to launch new devices, features, and services. As ZDNet stated, it is exactly on this date last year that Amazon introduced a bunch of new hardware such as the new Echo and Alexa devices, Amazon Astro, and the Ring, among others. All of this had led to speculation as to what … [Read more...] about Will Amazon launch a new Kindle Oasis at its September 28 event?