Towards its objective of making Android apps leaner and meaner than what they already are, Google is set to introduce 'App install optimization' techniques which it claims will speed up the app installation process by several notches.Google though said it is going to be an optional process, and when you opt in, certain usage data is going to be collected to find out which … [Read more...] about Google’s new App Install Optimization feature aims for quicker app installations
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Samsung A7 Tablet is better than the Amazon Fire
Amazon and Samsung are pretty well the only two companies that are still developing Android tablets and the new Samsung A7 looks to be a winner. It features a 10.4 inch display with a resolution of 2000x1200 and the design is similar to Apple tablets. Underneath the hood is a Snapdragon 662, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, but if you want to maximize how much stuff you … [Read more...] about Samsung A7 Tablet is better than the Amazon Fire
Amazon Music now includes Podcasts
Amazon Music is now hosting podcasts and inviting podcasters to submit their feeds to the platform. This will allow anyone with Amazon Music account or a Prime Music subscription to be able to listen to podcasts. Popular shows such as Crime Junkie, What A Day, Radiolab, Revisionist History, Planet Money, Ear Hustle, Disgraceland, and Stuff You Should Know, Real Dictators and … [Read more...] about Amazon Music now includes Podcasts
Ebook revenue increased by 25% in July 2020
Ebook revenue in the United States are up 25.0% for the month of July 2020 as compared to July 2019 and the format generated $103.7 million. On a year-to-date basis, ebooks were up 14.2%, coming in at $652.9 million for the first seven months of 2020. Notably, ebook revenues in the Children’s and YA category saw a 76.4% jump during the month, coming in at $11.6 million. On a … [Read more...] about Ebook revenue increased by 25% in July 2020
Kindle for Android can now permanently delete ebooks
Amazon has added functionality to delete Kindle books right from your Android smartphone and tablet. This will allow you to completely delete ebooks that you no longer want on your device, or sampes you downloaded years ago. All you need to do is visit your library and long press on the cover art and it will give you a confirmation if you want to remove it or not.The update … [Read more...] about Kindle for Android can now permanently delete ebooks
Good e-Reader Android App Store and E INK Store Updated
For the first time in almost two years the Good e-Reader App Store and Good e-Reader App Store for E INK has received an update. This brings support for Google Android 9, Android 10 and the upcoming Android 11, which is coming out this fall.One of the big problems with the two App Stores on modern devices is that apps would not download and say you are outside of a WIFI … [Read more...] about Good e-Reader Android App Store and E INK Store Updated
Google Read Along helps kids read books during the pandemic
Google Read Along is a new Android app that is geared towards elementary students. There is a reading buddy that will listen to your child read out loud and offer them help if they start to struggle with a word of phrase. To keep kids engaged and monitor their progress, the app challenges them to word games for the chance to win in-app rewards between readings.Google has … [Read more...] about Google Read Along helps kids read books during the pandemic
Supernote releases Android App to read your digital notes
Supernote is one of the best new brands when it comes to e-notes or digital note taking devices. They have two products in their modern portfolio, the Supernote A5, which features a 10.3 inch display and the Supernote A6, which has a 7.8 inch screen. Both of these devices come with a standard stylus, but Supernote also has a premium line called the Heart of Metal, which we … [Read more...] about Supernote releases Android App to read your digital notes
5 Ingenious Apps That Help You Manage Your Day
These days, no matter what the task is, we can usually respond with the words, “there’s an app for that.” Regardless if it’s cleaning and cooking or corporate decision-making, someone will have designed a useful tool to help you organise your day more efficiently and productively, leaving you more time to achieve your goals. And it’s worth it, even if those goals are something … [Read more...] about 5 Ingenious Apps That Help You Manage Your Day
Google Play had 116 billion downloads in 2019
Google Play had a massive year when it came to digital downloads on e-readers, smartphones and tablets. There were over 116 billion app downloads on Google Play, which sets an all-time record. The other big thing that occured in 2019 was the release of Android 10, which was built around three important themes. First, Android 10 is shaping the leading edge of mobile innovation … [Read more...] about Google Play had 116 billion downloads in 2019
Good e-Reader Store launches new Android App
The Good e-Reader Store now has a companion app for Android. It provides an optimized shopping experience for your phone or tablet. You can buy e-readers, cases, screen protectors, stylus or tablets, right on the app. You can also register an account, so you can track your order and view its progress. It is available right now via Google Play.Good e-Reader is the leading … [Read more...] about Good e-Reader Store launches new Android App
