E INK announced Kaleido 3 Outdoor e-paper in April 2023. The company primarily uses this colour technology on 13-inch- to 15-inch screens outside. Adoption has been slow since it is very new. Sydney Australia is using it on traffic signs. E INK has disclosed to Good e-Reader that even larger screens are being developed and will be 75 and 85 inches. They plan to leverage this … [Read more...] about E INK is going to launch large-screen Kaleido 3 Outdoor tech in 2024
Can we Feel the Emotions of a Fictional Character?
Remember that scene from Forrest Gump, when Jenny introduces Forrest to his son, who until that moment Forrest did not know existed? Forrest’s first thought is whether or not his son has inherited his disability. He says, "Is he smart or..." pointing to himself. When Jenny confirms that their son is perfectly healthy, Forrest exhales with obvious relief and his eyes well up … [Read more...] about Can we Feel the Emotions of a Fictional Character?
Hanvon Clear a Kindle Oasis killer? A review
You might mistake it for the Kindle Oasis in a new avatar, the similarities are that close. There is the asymmetrical build made so famous by the Kindle Oasis some six years ago, with a thicker right edge that tapers off to being really slim for the rest of the device. The e-reader in question happens to be the Hanvon Clear and they have done a really nice job with it. Let's … [Read more...] about Hanvon Clear a Kindle Oasis killer? A review
Libro.fm Helps Local Bookshops to Provide Audiobook Access to Readers/Listeners
Image credit: geekwire Audiobooks have been prospering in the book industry for the past many years now. In 2020, audiobooks accounted for about ⅙th of the books sold that year. Additionally, its global worth stood at USD 5 billion in 2022. So they are, undoubtedly, one of the fastest-growing domains of the book publishing world. That's why, whether it's online platforms or … [Read more...] about Libro.fm Helps Local Bookshops to Provide Audiobook Access to Readers/Listeners
Barnes and Noble Press and Kindle Direct Publishing: What’s the Difference
Image credit: derbystshops When it comes to the most popular self-publishing platforms, both Barnes and Noble Press and Kindle Direct Publishing lead the chart for obvious reasons. Let's find out the difference between the two, so you can identify the ideal platform amidst the rise of the self-publishing and e-book market: Barnes and Noble Press and Amazon Kindle Direct … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Press and Kindle Direct Publishing: What’s the Difference
Webtoon Collaborates With Wizards of the Coast For a New Series
Image credit: autospyders Good news! Webtoon has recently announced its partnership with award-winning games developer/publisher Wizards of the Coast for a new upcoming series. The series is titled Brie and the Borrowed Blade, and it's likely to launch in 2024.The very first look of this collaboration was disclosed on July 23 during the San Diego Comic-Con, as the "D&D … [Read more...] about Webtoon Collaborates With Wizards of the Coast For a New Series
Rise of E-books Has Encouraged Widespread Consumption of Arab Literature
E-books have been dominating several countries, and it seems like the demands in Arab regions are just as strong. The extensive preference for e-books in the Middle East has encouraged readers to consume more Arabic literature. Even though e-books in Arabic are limited, their popularity has certainly evoked interest in bridging the gap. With such factors, there are likely to be … [Read more...] about Rise of E-books Has Encouraged Widespread Consumption of Arab Literature
14 of the Best Manga You Should Read in 2023
As manga tops the list in NPD BookScan reports 2022 contributing to its popularity, here's the list of its must-reads to try in 2023: Blue Lock As Japan finished 16th in the FIFA world cup in 2018, the country's football association aims to augment the team by hiring professional Ego Jinpachi. Read his plan to create the best striker worldwide as he launches a secret project … [Read more...] about 14 of the Best Manga You Should Read in 2023
Amazon Kindle Kids e-reader is on sale with a $40 discount
Amazon must have lots of Amazon Kindle Kids editions in stock because, virtually every month, they run a sales promotion for it. The company has slashed the price by $40 this time, and you can pick one up for $80.00 and comes with a free case. This is the base model Kindle Kids that came out last year. It comes with a free one-year subscription to Kids+, which has thousands of … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Kids e-reader is on sale with a $40 discount
First Look at the TCL NXTPAPER 11 Android Tablet
TCL is finally starting to sell their Nxtpaper 11 tablet after debuting it at CES earlier in the year. You can buy it in a few European countries, and it will be available in North America soon. Good e-Reader is the first media outlet that has received an early sample, the hardware is complete, but the box and accessories are subject to change. Equipped with the innovative … [Read more...] about First Look at the TCL NXTPAPER 11 Android Tablet
You Can Now Access ePub File Format on Microsoft Edge Canary
Image credit: thewincentral Initially released in 2007, ePub or Electronic Publication is an open e-book format that's easily accessible on various devices, including e-readers, tablets, phones, etc. It gives flexibility to the readers with certain elements like font and color, making it a little better than pdf files for e-books.Lately, there's news that Microsoft might … [Read more...] about You Can Now Access ePub File Format on Microsoft Edge Canary
Authors Write Open Letter to AI Companies for Copyright Infringement
The Internet is flooded by AI models like Chat GPT, and the reviews are mixed. While some people consider it ideal for analytical and decision-making tasks, several others have accused these models of piracy, lack of creativity, and limited contextual understanding. One such industry that's witnessing a tough time with AI models is the book industry.After AI-oriented … [Read more...] about Authors Write Open Letter to AI Companies for Copyright Infringement
GGtag: Reprogrammable ePaper-Based Badge with RFID Technology and Sound
Image credit: github As a common thing nowadays, you must know about RFID cards. It uses radio frequency identification technology to instantly identify/track the tags that are associated with any objects/living being. However, as per Hackday, it seems like an e-paper display makes the perfect fundament for a reprogrammable RFID card.This could be backed up by the fact … [Read more...] about GGtag: Reprogrammable ePaper-Based Badge with RFID Technology and Sound