iReader announced they are in the process of rolling out a new version of its SmartOS platform that is going to be applicable to the Smart Air, X2, and S3 e-note and e-reader devices. The update weighs around 222.25 MB and carries version number 1.0.0.128.The latest SmartOS update also comes with a lot of new features designed to make the iReader devices more user-friendly. … [Read more...] about iReader introduces new SmartOS update, includes several new features
First Look at the Philips 23-inch Monitor with a 13.3-inch E INK screen
Two months ago, Philips launched a unique monitor that seeks the best of both worlds—a traditional LCD monitor and an E Ink screen. The two-in-one monitor named Philips 24B1D5600 consists of two parts, with one part being a 23.8-inch LCD and the other being a 13.3-inch E Ink panel.The IPS LCD panel has a 2560 × 1440 pixels resolution and a 75 Hz refresh rate. It boasts a … [Read more...] about First Look at the Philips 23-inch Monitor with a 13.3-inch E INK screen
Tablet VAIO TL10 now available in Brazil
Vaio's latest take on a tablet device, the Tablet VAIO TL10 is now ready to set sail overseas. The company announced the tablet has been introduced in Brazil where it is priced at 1799.1 BRL, which comes to around 49,000 yen or 363.21 USD, the site TechSmart reportedPositioned as an entry-level tablet running Android, the VAIO TL10 comes with some impressive specs. That … [Read more...] about Tablet VAIO TL10 now available in Brazil
Review of the Mudita Harmony 2 – an E INK Alarm Clock
The Mudita Harmony 2 is coming out soon via Kickstarter and, at the end of May, will be available for most people to buy. The Harmony 2 is an E INK Alarm clock, and the main selling point is a larger battery, so you won't have to charge it as much; there are five new clock faces and a front-lit display so that you can see the clock during the night, there are ten different … [Read more...] about Review of the Mudita Harmony 2 – an E INK Alarm Clock
The Dutch Appeals Court rules that the ISP must send the eBook pirate a warning notice
Although the Dutch government makes it difficult to warn persistent pirates, the Dutch anti-piracy organization BREIN is eager to do so. A bulk notice-forwarding technique was recently abandoned due to privacy concerns, and the problem has been at the center of numerous lawsuits. In a victory for BREIN, a court of appeals decided today that ISPs may be forced, in certain … [Read more...] about The Dutch Appeals Court rules that the ISP must send the eBook pirate a warning notice
App State digital textbook rental program sees 99% participation rate, helps students save $5M in 2022–23
App State introduced a digital textbook rental system in 2021, which has quickly become popular among students. Nearly 99 percent of the student population has utilized the program, which has resulted in savings of over $5 million during the past academic year. This e-book program offers the convenience of downloading and reading textbooks and class materials on students' … [Read more...] about App State digital textbook rental program sees 99% participation rate, helps students save $5M in 2022–23
Tablet shipment continues downward trend to reach pre-pandemic levels
Preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker shows a decline of 19.1 percent year over year in tablet shipments worldwide during the first quarter of 2023. This decrease resulted in a total of 30.7 million units shipped, which is similar to pre-pandemic levels. The shipment volume during this quarter is … [Read more...] about Tablet shipment continues downward trend to reach pre-pandemic levels
Papercast partners with Solotech to set up e-paper public transit information system in North America
Papercast, a company specialized in developing e-paper solutions announced entering into a partnership with Solotech, an audiovisual and entertainment technology company to bring eco-friendly e-paper displays to North American cities. The partnership will provide innovative and sustainable solutions to public transportation providers to improve the passenger experience with … [Read more...] about Papercast partners with Solotech to set up e-paper public transit information system in North America
Philips releases a 13.3-inch Dedicated E INK Monitor
There are a few dedicated E-INK monitors on the market. Dasung has a couple, Onyx has the Mira and Mira Pro, and that's it until now. Philips is a newcomer to the E INK monitor space. They have been touring around their 23-inch IPS monitor with a secondary E INK screen. However, it is expensive and retails for $1500. The company has just released another new one; this time, it … [Read more...] about Philips releases a 13.3-inch Dedicated E INK Monitor
Z-Library domains are seized again by the US Goverment
Z-Library is one of the world's most popular ebook piracy websites; they have close to 13 million ebooks available to download. Today, their domains have been seized again by the US government. This is the second time in a year that the site has had all its domains taken over. However, Z-Library's Tor and I2P networks are accessible."Unfortunately, one of our primary login … [Read more...] about Z-Library domains are seized again by the US Goverment
Bookwire now offering ChatGPT beta as part of Bookwire OS to publishers
Bookwire, the Frankfurt-based company that specializes in publishing technology and distribution, is expanding its software offering "Bookwire OS - One Solution" by adding a beta version of the artificial intelligence tool ChatGPT. The company explained the integration of this technology is aimed at providing publishers with the latest tools to improve their digital book … [Read more...] about Bookwire now offering ChatGPT beta as part of Bookwire OS to publishers
How to Send Big Documents to Your Kindle
If you love reading on your Kindle, you may have noticed that some documents, such as long articles or reports, can be difficult to read on a small screen. Reading long articles on a laptop screen can be challenging even in the most comfortable of home offices.That's why the best option is to send the documents to Kindle so that you can read them in bed or on the couch … [Read more...] about How to Send Big Documents to Your Kindle
Eyemoo NXT E-Paper S1 tablet now on Kickstarter
The Eyemoo NXT E-Paper S1 tablet is now available via Kickstarter where it has found 96 backers. A total of $48,231 pledged of $4,459 goal at the time of this writing while it is still 28 days to go. The tablet which uses an RLCD display broke into the scene as a viable alternative to E Ink comes with several advantages of its own that are missing on any E Ink device. Prime … [Read more...] about Eyemoo NXT E-Paper S1 tablet now on Kickstarter