American e-book and audiobook subscription service, Scribd, has clarified its data usage through Terms of Service update, according to the PR Newswire. As per the update, users/subscribers/partners may not use the Scribd data for monetisation or training LLMs (Large Language Models) unless the company provides consent for the same. They have also denied giving permission to … [Read more...] about Scribd Updates TOS to Protect Content from Data Crawling
The E Ink Invisible Calendar syncs with and displays your Google Calendar
DIY enthusiasts creating handy projects using E Ink displays are a dime a dozen these days. You will also come across several that serves as a calendar, allowing you to set reminders and such. However, as BoingBoing stated, there is one that stands apart from the rest in that it can sync with your Google account and can show your Google Calendar. This way, you can have your … [Read more...] about The E Ink Invisible Calendar syncs with and displays your Google Calendar
Rakuten Kobo is having a big sale on e-readers on their website
Kobo has been teasing on social media that they have something special planned, and this is a reasonable sale for most of their e-readers and e-notes. Americans and Canadians can save up to $30 on each unit for the duration of the promotion. The 1st generation Elipsa, Kobo Sage, Kobo Libra 2, Kobo Clara 2e, and the Kobo Nia are all discounted; most of these are their latest … [Read more...] about Rakuten Kobo is having a big sale on e-readers on their website
Kobo, Onyx Boox and Pocketbook e-readers are on sale for Prime Day
Amazon has a significant deal for all Kindle e-readers for Prime Day, but other vendors are not letting them steal all of the limelight. Several e-readers and e-notes are on sale from Kobo, Onyx Boox and Pocketbook on Amazon. This is a perfect time to pick up a new book reader to read on vacation or replace an older unit on its last legs. The Kobo Sage, Libra 2 and Clara 2e are … [Read more...] about Kobo, Onyx Boox and Pocketbook e-readers are on sale for Prime Day
Take a look at the Amazon Kindle e-readers that are on sale for Prime Day
Now is the best time to buy a new Kindle e-reader. Amazon is deeply discounting all their devices for Prime Day to most major markets worldwide. You can find tremendous savings on the base model Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite, Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, Kindle Oasis and the Kindle Scribe. Accessories are also on sale, such as cases and styluses. Prime Day is the best time … [Read more...] about Take a look at the Amazon Kindle e-readers that are on sale for Prime Day
Amazon’s latest and greatest, the Fire Max 11 gets its price discounted by a third ahead of Prime Day
Amazon is offering some excellent discounts on the Fire Max 11 tablet, which is quite surprising considering that the tablet was launched just weeks back. It happens to be the biggest, and the most powerful tablet that the retail giant has ever come up with, though, of course, true to its usual product development strategy, the Fire Max 11 is never the most powerful tablet in … [Read more...] about Amazon’s latest and greatest, the Fire Max 11 gets its price discounted by a third ahead of Prime Day
Amazon Scribe gets discounted in the UK for Prime Day
Amazon is usually at its generous best during Prime Day, offering nice discounts and other freebies on even its latest and best devices as well. Take for instance the Kindle Scribe which is now selling for £259.99 in the UK, which is 21 percent less than the usual price, Mashable reported.There is a lot going for the Kindle Scribe which also happens to be the only e-note … [Read more...] about Amazon Scribe gets discounted in the UK for Prime Day
First Look at the Onyx Boox Page e-reader
Onyx Boox announced the Page e-reader about a month ago, and this e-reader builds upon the Leaf and Leaf 2. The Page is a dedicated ebook reader with physical page turn buttons similar to the Amazon Kindle Oasis. This popular device has been selling like hotcakes on the Good e-Reader Store since the price is only $249.99 and provides a ton of value. It utilizes the latest … [Read more...] about First Look at the Onyx Boox Page e-reader
Onyx Boox Palma is an e-reader that looks like a smartphone
Onyx Boox has just done something exciting; they have taken a page from the Hisense playbook and released a dedicated e-reader with the familiar candy bar shape as a smartphone, except it is a dedicated e-reader. You can do phone calls with this unit and talk to people on Facebook Messenger, Whatsapp or WeChat with dual microphones. However, it does not support SIM cards or … [Read more...] about Onyx Boox Palma is an e-reader that looks like a smartphone
Amazon is beta testing a new library system for audiobooks and ebooks
Amazon is beta testing a new library page for all audiobooks, ebooks and print books on one page. Only certain people have been invited to get a sense of what the system is all about; everyone else will be greeted by a message that thanks them for their interest in the beta program and to try back later as they gradually roll out this new experience to customers.This new … [Read more...] about Amazon is beta testing a new library system for audiobooks and ebooks
Controversial Mississippi legislation denies minors’ access to public library e-books and audiobooks statewide
In a move that has sparked concerns about censorship and access to information, a recently enacted Mississippi law threatens to deny minors access to e-books and audiobooks offered by public libraries. Known as Senate Bill 2346 or Mississippi Code § 39-3-25, this legislation came into effect on July 1, 2023, prompting libraries to navigate new policies to comply with the law's … [Read more...] about Controversial Mississippi legislation denies minors’ access to public library e-books and audiobooks statewide
Print Book Sales Dropped in the First Half of 2023
After making strikingly strong sales during the pandemic, print books had a 6.5% drop in unit sales in 2022. The numbers remain steady in Q1 2023, and this was largely due to Prince Harry’s Spare, which is a 2023 non-fiction bestseller for now.Prince Harry’s explosive memoir sold more than 3.2 million copies globally in the first week of its publication. But in Q2 2023, no … [Read more...] about Print Book Sales Dropped in the First Half of 2023
Parking Disk with E-Paper Display
Image credit: elektormagazineThe Parking Disk, which allows time-restricted parking in regulated areas, is often made of plastic, cardboard, or other materials. Recently, a new digital model of the parking disk has appeared with a modern e-paper display. The proposed display uses advanced features, including the on-demand display of the current date and time, setting the … [Read more...] about Parking Disk with E-Paper Display
New Blackview Active 8 Pro can be the ultimate rugged tablet for productivity and adventure
Blackview is set to make a global debut of its highly anticipated flagship rugged tablet, the Active 8 Pro, on July 10th. With significant improvements in ruggedness, battery life, specifications, and privacy, the Active 8 Pro aims to cater to users in various scenarios such as work, study, and entertainment while enhancing productivity.One of the standout features of the … [Read more...] about New Blackview Active 8 Pro can be the ultimate rugged tablet for productivity and adventure