Another day and another round of Kindle sales are occuring, however these are certified refurbished Kindle devices. Prices are quite on the lower side too, even by refurbed standards. Take for instance the new 6.8-inch Kindle Paperwhite that is on offer now for $89.99. This applies to the model with 8 GB of storage, which normally sells for $139.99 while the refurbished version … [Read more...] about Amazon offering refurbished Kindle including Kindle Oasis for a hefty discount
Kobo Elipsa 2e is shipping on April 19th, will you buy one?
The Kobo Elipsa 2e is a brand-new e-reader and digital note-taking device. Kobo announced it a few weeks ago and started taking pre-orders. This second-generation product has several new things that should appeal to many users. The pen has been redesigned; it is now 25% lighter and charges via USB-C; the old pen used batteries. The processor has changed from a single-core … [Read more...] about Kobo Elipsa 2e is shipping on April 19th, will you buy one?
How to listen to Dolby Atmos audiobook titles on Audible
Audible recently announced it has teamed up with Dolby Laboratories which will allow for listening to audiobooks in Dolby Atmos format. However, if you aren't already aware of what Dolby Atmos is, here it is. Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology designed to provide a more immersive audio experience by adding height channels to traditional surround sound setups.Instead … [Read more...] about How to listen to Dolby Atmos audiobook titles on Audible
Google Pixel tablet undergoes hardware changes to include a likely privacy switch now
A recent leak related to the upcoming Pixel Tablet from Google suggests that the company has made some changes to the hardware since it was first announced at I/O 2022 and again at the Pixel 7 event in October. As 9to5Google pointed out, the leak, shared by SnoopyTech, includes two images of the device, one of which shows a hardware toggle switch on the left edge near the top … [Read more...] about Google Pixel tablet undergoes hardware changes to include a likely privacy switch now
MagInkDash is now a customizable e-paper dashboard more versatile than original MagInkCal
Creator "speedyg0nz" has developed a new project called MagInkDash, which is a successor to the MagInkCal project, the site hackster.io reported. The goal of the project is to transform the ePaper calendar into a versatile and information-rich dashboard. The source code for MagInkDash has been made available by the pseudonymous maker."Back in September 2021, I shared about … [Read more...] about MagInkDash is now a customizable e-paper dashboard more versatile than original MagInkCal
Apple Books offering vertical reading Manga column in Japan
Apple Japan announced the launch of a dedicated "Vertical Reading Manga" page on Apple Books, featuring exclusive manga content created in collaboration with various creators, AppleWorld.Today reportedComic reading is better suited for the vertical scrolling method compared to traditional horizontal page-turning features used in novels, magazines, and other media. Vertical … [Read more...] about Apple Books offering vertical reading Manga column in Japan
Barnes and Noble will release a Nook Glowlight Plus 2023 model soon
Barnes and Noble are gearing up to launch a new version of their premium e-reader, the Nook Glowlight Plus 2023 edition. The device will have a 7.8-inch screen and will have 300 PPI, which will make fonts razor-sharp. The same design will likely be employed; I do not see the bookseller deviating from it. The existing Nook Glowlight Plus came out in 2019 and was discontinued in … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble will release a Nook Glowlight Plus 2023 model soon
Mudita Bell 2 and Harmony 2 E Ink clocks now on Kickstarter
Mudita has announced the launch of the successors of the Bell and Harmony E Ink alarm clocks. Named the Bell 2 and the Harmony 2, the latest generation clocks from Mudita continues with the same basic design and looks. The Bell 2 features the same analog design as its predecessor. Similarly, the Harmony 2 also has a similar E Ink display as the first gen Harmony and serves as a … [Read more...] about Mudita Bell 2 and Harmony 2 E Ink clocks now on Kickstarter
Japan’s Comic Sales Reached a Record ¥677 Billion in 2022
In 2022, Japan’s estimated comic sales of both electronic and print comic books were recorded to be ¥677 billion. With this record figure, Japan achieved a third consecutive annual high for sales of comic books. The data comes from the Research Institute for Publications and the All Japan Magazine and Book Publishers’ and Editors’ Association. Now, comic sales’ contribution to … [Read more...] about Japan’s Comic Sales Reached a Record ¥677 Billion in 2022
Solar powered E INK e-readers are finally within reach
I have been bullish on solar-powered e-readers or charging cases for a long time. This is more environmentally friendly and cuts down the amount of setting you have to do. Charging your reader with ambient light from the sun is the holy grail for modern design. Exeger and E Ink have just partnered up to develop self-charging ePaper devices.Exeger and E Ink are in an … [Read more...] about Solar powered E INK e-readers are finally within reach
Amazon adds new help page for Send to Kindle feature for Microsoft Word
It seems that Amazon is finally gearing up to release its much-awaited feature of sending Microsoft Word documents directly to the Kindle Scribe. As The e-Book Reader Blog pointed out, the company has recently published a new help article on the Send to Kindle webpage, providing step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature. While this has been a topic of discussion … [Read more...] about Amazon adds new help page for Send to Kindle feature for Microsoft Word
Auto-Translate across 20+ languages with PressReader
PressReader’s auto-translate is one of the newest and useful features of the digital newsstand. Using this feature, you can read your favorite publications in a selected language. So, you or your users make the most out of PressReader. Benefits of PressReader Auto-Translate Using the Auto-Translate feature, you can automatically translate full publications from their original … [Read more...] about Auto-Translate across 20+ languages with PressReader
7 of the Best Books to Read on Your Travels
Reading while travelling can be a great pastime, particularly if it's a long journey. Whether camping gear or relaxing at a tropical beach, a book may be what you need to pass the time faster.Besides, reading a book is more than pleasurable. It is a necessity. It allows you to immerse yourself in distant worlds without being physically there. Here is a list of books you can … [Read more...] about 7 of the Best Books to Read on Your Travels