The Amazon Kindle e-readers are the most popular ones in the world, and in the United States, they represent over 80% of all devices sold. Amazon owns Audible, the most dominant audiobook store. Their audiobook market share in the United States was 63.4% as of 2022. Audiobook sales in the United States were $1.8 billion in 2022. $1.01 billion of this figure was generated by … [Read more...] about Audible has a 65% market share for Audiobook Sales in the United States
Z-Library launches browser extensions to mitigate likely govt action
Z-Library, the infamous pirate e-book repository, has taken precautionary measures to ensure its users can access the site even if its current domains face seizure in the future. As TorrentFreak reported, the operators of the pirate site have introduced browser extensions to redirect users to alternative domains in case of any disruptions. While not explicitly mentioning the … [Read more...] about Z-Library launches browser extensions to mitigate likely govt action
YouTube rolling out new 1080p playback option to select Premium subscribers
YouTube recently began testing a new video quality option called "1080p Premium" with an enhanced bitrate. Exclusively available to YouTube Premium subscribers, this feature promises to deliver a higher-quality viewing experience by providing more information per pixel, The Verge reported.For those unfamiliar with video resolutions, 1080p refers to a video resolution of … [Read more...] about YouTube rolling out new 1080p playback option to select Premium subscribers
The Amazon Prime $25 unlimited for life wireless service, everything you need to know
After much speculation, Amazon has finally unveiled its partnership with DISH's Boost Mobile, offering a special deal for Amazon Prime subscribers: unlimited data, talk, and text for just $25 per month. The most enticing aspect of this offer is that the price remains locked in for life, as long as the subscription is not canceled. However, is there a catch, or are there hidden … [Read more...] about The Amazon Prime $25 unlimited for life wireless service, everything you need to know
TfL Introduces Countdown Signs and Displays for London Citizens
TfL (Transport for London), has made an announcement of adding 300 new bus Countdown signs for London boroughs. With this addition, the number of boards has now increased by 12%. The expansion is also likely to help citizens for seamless travel across different areas. It can help people to discover/find when the next bus is arriving, so they can board the transport at their … [Read more...] about TfL Introduces Countdown Signs and Displays for London Citizens
Visix’s New E-paper Desk Sign Is Perfect for Hybrid Workplaces
Image credit: visix Privately held software development firm, Visix, Inc has launched its digital desk signs for companies running under hybrid/flexible modes. The firm that has 20+ years of experience and has 4000+ systems announced it earlier this year. With their new EPS 42 e-paper desk sign to the e-paper line of products, Visix aims to make things scalable and seamless … [Read more...] about Visix’s New E-paper Desk Sign Is Perfect for Hybrid Workplaces
Should you buy the TCL Nxtpaper 11? Full Review
The TCL NxtPaper 11 has been one of the more interesting tablet devices to come our way, and that has much to do with the color electronic paper display that the company claims the device comes equipped with. That said, the tablet is quite unlike any other e-paper device out there given that it has a full-color display and a fast refresh rate, things which again are usually … [Read more...] about Should you buy the TCL Nxtpaper 11? Full Review
Hyread Gaze Mini E-Reader Review
Gaze Mini features a 6-inch E INK Carta HD black and white display with 300 PPI. It has a sleek white body and physical buttons. Unlike previous Gaze models, the Gaze Mini incorporates a concave screen design, a double row of physical buttons, and a built-in gyroscope and touchscreen. This enables convenient page-turning regardless of the user’s preferred hand. The physical … [Read more...] about Hyread Gaze Mini E-Reader Review
Rediscovering a beloved ‘Star Trek’ classic: Andrew Robinson’s Audiobook – A Stitch in Time
The boundless cosmos of the Star Trek franchise has introduced to us a myriad of captivating characters. Among these, one enigmatic figure stands out, capturing the adoration and passion of fans with unparalleled intensity. As The Mary Sue pointed out, Andrew Robinson's portrayal of Elim Garak on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine has etched a lasting place in the hearts of Trekkies, … [Read more...] about Rediscovering a beloved ‘Star Trek’ classic: Andrew Robinson’s Audiobook – A Stitch in Time
Best Buy now offering all Kindle devices at Prime Day prices
Missed out on the Prime Day deals on the Kindle? Don't worry, you can still lay your hands on the Kindle range for as low as what it sold for during the Amazon sale event for Prime members. Interestingly, the deal is being offered by Best Buy while Amazon is back to selling the model at its regular price. So, you need not be a Prime member to make the most of the … [Read more...] about Best Buy now offering all Kindle devices at Prime Day prices
Avalue Technology May Launch Colorful E-paper Displays
Image credit: sixteen-nine Well-known company Avalue Technology, that's known for designing and producing an extensive range of computing solutions for customers, has now decided to launch new color e-displays. Earlier, their black and white e-paper displays were quite a hit with common use in electronic whiteboards and patient information bulletin. Now their new colorful … [Read more...] about Avalue Technology May Launch Colorful E-paper Displays
Secondary Publishing Rights to Improve Public Access
On July 4th 2023, Canada's Federal Research Granting Agencies launched a review into the Tri-Agency Open Access (OA) Policy on Publications. The goal is to find a way by 2025, if not sooner, to provide free access to all academic publications and to support research generated by the Tri-Agency. This initiative includes several departments; Canadian Institutes of Health … [Read more...] about Secondary Publishing Rights to Improve Public Access
Nuwa Pen will let you create digital copies of analog texts you have made
Love writing on paper but miss the convenience of digital writing? Here is something that will let you have the best of both worlds. It is the Nuwa Pen that is being referred to here and boasts some amazing capabilities. For instance, it comes with motion sensors and onboard cameras which can create a digital map of every stroke you make with the pen. The same can then be used … [Read more...] about Nuwa Pen will let you create digital copies of analog texts you have made