Google announced its Android widget for Google Play Books has been revamped. Rather, it is an entirely new widget that Google is introducing that will go on to replace the current one. The widget in its present form has a dismal feel to it with almost zero appeal. The books remain stacked in a vertical or diagonal orientation with almost no information about the … [Read more...] about New Google Play Book widget to have audiobook progress bar
JukeBooks audiobook service set for launch in Greece in 2022
The Antenna Group is all set to launch an audiobook service in Greece with Beat technology being the tech partner. Named JukeBooks, the service will go live in early 2022 and will have bestsellers from Greece as well as international authors, The Bestseller reported. Both companies have also tied up with 10 of the biggest publishing houses in Greece for the content all of which … [Read more...] about JukeBooks audiobook service set for launch in Greece in 2022
South Korea’s Naver Corporation acquires eBook Japan
Naver Corporation, the largest information technology company in Korea announced they have acquired eBook Initiative Japan, GlobalLegalChronicle reported. Naver is expected to pump in USD $144.5 million for the transaction. The deal will let Naver have access to the more than 800,000 e-books that eBook Japan has on offer, most of which happen to be manga titles. eBook Japan … [Read more...] about South Korea’s Naver Corporation acquires eBook Japan
Here are the Good e-Reader best ebooks of 2021
There are always plenty of good books to read every year. However, there are some that are a cut above the rest and leave a lasting impression on us. Such books remain with us, as those are the ones that we come back to again and again, discuss and share with others or read and then re-read again. This year too has been no exception as we are left with a few such books that can … [Read more...] about Here are the Good e-Reader best ebooks of 2021
Boyue Likebook P10W is a great e-note – hands on review
Boyue has released a number of new e-readers this year. The P series includes the P6, P7 and P10, they were primarily used just for reading digital content and did not have any note taking functionality at all. This was a far cry from a couple of years ago, when they were all about e-notes, with the advent of the Ares, Muses, Mimas and Alita. I believe Boyue released that with … [Read more...] about Boyue Likebook P10W is a great e-note – hands on review
How to Make Reading eBooks More Fun
Reading eBooks has become a global hobby. Now, men, women, and children read eBooks for fun and in professional environments, such as at work and school. Despite print books still being popular, it’s undeniable that eBooks have shaken up the industry and helped to capture the imaginations of new and old generations.When you’re reading an eBook on your eReader, tablet, or … [Read more...] about How to Make Reading eBooks More Fun
Mudita Pure E In phone shipments begin, after years of delays
Mudita announced they have begun shipping its Mudita Pure E Ink feature phones to its Backers. Shipments began November 30 and should reach the first batch of Backers soon. The company though hasn't revealed how many they have shipped, but they have told Good e-Reader, that the quantity is extremely low. Most backers won't be able to receive their phones until at least April … [Read more...] about Mudita Pure E In phone shipments begin, after years of delays
Remarkable users have to accept new terms to get a free subscription
A couple of months ago, Remarkable unveiled their new Connect subscription plan for new users. They have to pay a monthly cost to get access to features such as cloud storage and advanced writing tools, although a free option does exist. Existing Remarkable customers were promised free access to all tiers of access, but many people did not know what to do. Remarkable just sent … [Read more...] about Remarkable users have to accept new terms to get a free subscription
The curious case of the missing BlackBerry 5G
Fans of the BlackBerry devices were pinning their hopes on a new 5G smartphone that OnwardMobility had promised they will launch within 2021. Now, with the year drawing to a close, there is still no sight or even whispers of the said device, leading many to speculate if there is still time for the company to catch up or they will be forced to defer their plans.As it is, … [Read more...] about The curious case of the missing BlackBerry 5G
Everything you need to know about the B&N Nook Glowlight 4
Good e-Reader broke the story that Barnes and Noble was developing the Nook Glowlight 4 and it looks like all of our data was correct. The bookseller is going to be releasing this new e-reader on December 8th and will retail for $149.99. Customers will be able to purchase it at over 600 bookstores in the United States and online at BN.com. If you want to protect your Nook, … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about the B&N Nook Glowlight 4
First Look at the Onyx Boox Leaf e-reader
The Onyx Boox Leaf came out in late November and it is dedicated ebook reader with no taking functionality. You will be able to sideload in your own ebook collection in a myriad of formats, and read them right on the device. If you already have an extensive collection that you purchased on Amazon, Kobo, Nook, Scribd or Audible, you can install these apps directly from Google … [Read more...] about First Look at the Onyx Boox Leaf e-reader
Vivo Pad tipped to come with Snapdragon 870 SoC, to arrive in early-2022
Among the several new tablet devices set to be launched in the coming weeks and months is the Vivo Pad. This will also mark the Chinese manufacturer's first foray into the tablet segment. However, instead of launching an entry-level tablet, as is the usual strategy of most other manufacturers, Vivo Pad is shaping up to pose a challenge to even the flagship tablets out … [Read more...] about Vivo Pad tipped to come with Snapdragon 870 SoC, to arrive in early-2022
Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 with 120Hz display spotted online
Here is the tale of a tablet that could have been a reality but seems to have stopped just short of that. It is the MatePad Pro 12.6 from Huawei that is being referred to here. The Chinese manufacturer had launched the tablet earlier in the year though that included a 12.6-inch display having a 60 Hz refresh rate. Now, as GizmoChina reported, an engineering sample has been … [Read more...] about Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 with 120Hz display spotted online
