OCLC, the renowned American nonprofit behind the WorldCat bibliographic database, has taken legal action against Anna’s Archive, a search engine accused of scraping WorldCat data. As TorrentFreak reported, the lawsuit, filed in an Ohio federal court, names Maria Dolores Anasztasia Matienzo and several "John Does" as defendants. According to OCLC, Anna’s Archive engaged in … [Read more...] about OCLC files lawsuit against Anna’s Archive over alleged WorldCat data scraping
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App To Turn Books Into Bite-Sized Reads
Headway is a top-rated app designed to help beef up users' knowledge bank. By summarizing bestselling non-fiction titles into easy 15-minute summaries, the app allows users to make self-improvement a habit. Through February 4, you can gift your valentine this brain-boosting gift for under $50! While consuming content through the platform isn't exactly the same as reading … [Read more...] about App To Turn Books Into Bite-Sized Reads
Apple’s Siri aims to become an enhanced “Interactive Reading Assistant” with latest patent
Apple is set on enhancing Siri's capabilities as an "Interactive Reading Assistant," according to a newly granted patent identified by the patent number US 11887497 B2. As AppleWorld reported, the patent focuses on modifying text content based on reading and speech proficiency values, signaling Apple's commitment to further improving Siri's functionality. The patent … [Read more...] about Apple’s Siri aims to become an enhanced “Interactive Reading Assistant” with latest patent
Tech enthusiast crafts custom E-Ink watch inspired by Cartier Tank Series
Augusto Marinucci, a connoisseur of the classic Cartier Tank series, sought to blend timeless aesthetics with cutting-edge technology and extended battery life. Dissatisfied with off-the-shelf options, Marinucci began crafting a bespoke E-Ink display watch that marries elegance with tech innovation. As Hackaday stated, the challenge lay in finding an E-Ink display suitable … [Read more...] about Tech enthusiast crafts custom E-Ink watch inspired by Cartier Tank Series
Apple Pencil 3 likely to integrate Find My functionality
The upcoming Apple Pencil 3 will likely support the Find My functionality, 9to5Mac reported citing code excerpts from the iOS 17.4 Beta 1 update. This means that just like AirPods and AirTags, users can find their lost Apple Pencil through the Find My network. The specifics of this implementation remain shrouded in mystery. It is uncertain whether the Apple Pencil 3 will … [Read more...] about Apple Pencil 3 likely to integrate Find My functionality
Acogedor also offers 9.7-inch and 13.3-inch E Ink monitors
Acogedor, a China-based company offers E Ink monitors of various sizes. That includes a 10.3-inch-sized e-paper monitor that I already discussed before. There is also the 9.7-inch monitor as well as the one that comes with a 13.3-inch E Ink display. This should make for enough size options for users to choose from depending on their specific requirements. This also applies to … [Read more...] about Acogedor also offers 9.7-inch and 13.3-inch E Ink monitors
Innovative Acogedor 10.3-Inch E-Ink monitor unveiled
Those looking for an e-paper monitor have another option in the form of the Acogedor 10.3-inch E-ink monitor. The 10.3-inch display offers a resolution of 1872 × 1404 pixels and a 4:3 aspect ratio. One of the standout features of this E-ink display is its dedicated focus on eye protection. The adoption of an anti-glaring tempered glass panel proves to be a game-changer, … [Read more...] about Innovative Acogedor 10.3-Inch E-Ink monitor unveiled
Hanvon Ugee Wowed Everyone at CES 2024
Hanvon Ugee, a big digital drawing and writing name, revealed its new devices at CES 2024 in Las Vegas. They showed off their cool tech for drawing and writing to friends worldwide. If you swing by Booth #1101 at Westgate's Tech East spot, you can check out their three cool brands and try them out! Hanvon Ugee has made solutions for paperless signing, digital art education, … [Read more...] about Hanvon Ugee Wowed Everyone at CES 2024
Shelly H&T Gen3 E Ink weather sensor is Matter upgradeable
Shelly, the Europe-based smart home device manufacturer has announced the launch of its new temperature and humidity sensor named the Shelly H&T Gen3. The company said the latest iteration of the weather info display system comes with an enhanced e-paper display while there also is twice the amount of memory - 8 MB – this time. All of this makes the device a lot more … [Read more...] about Shelly H&T Gen3 E Ink weather sensor is Matter upgradeable