E Ink tablets are new entrants to the e-paper landscape. Apart from having all the goodness that E Ink stands for, the other positive with these tablet devices is that several of these run Android and have access to the Google Play Store as well. That way, users can install apps of their choice, which includes gaming apps as well. This might sound contrary to popular belief, … [Read more...] about Best E Ink tablets for lite gaming
Kobo Libra 2 e-reader on sale in the United States
The Kobo Libra 2 e-reader came out in October of 2021 and has remained at full price, until now. On the main Kobo website in the United States, there is a deal going on with a $20 savings. You can get one today for $159.99, in either black or white. The same deal is also on Amazon and ships fast. This device major selling points are the physical page turn buttons, so you don't … [Read more...] about Kobo Libra 2 e-reader on sale in the United States
Kindle Paperwhite and Signature Edition on sale in Canada
Amazon Canada is running a Daily Deal on the 11th generation Kindle Paperwhite and the Signature Edition, so you have to act fast if you want to get a serious discount. The Paperwhite normally retails for $149.99 and is currently available for $124.99, which is a $25.00 discount. The Signature Edition is the better buy for readers who like to consume not only books, but … [Read more...] about Kindle Paperwhite and Signature Edition on sale in Canada
Barnes & Noble Embraces BookTok
BookTok is a hashtag where passionate readers share all about their favorite books on social media platform TikTok. This trend is taking the publishing industry by storm. Members of BookTok, tag videos of themselves, often in the bookstore aisles, raving about their favorite books. BookTok is for anyone who loves to read, but most of the popular content creators are teenagers; … [Read more...] about Barnes & Noble Embraces BookTok
Onyx BOOX Nova Air C is a 7.8 inch color e-reader that is coming out soon
Onyx Boox has just submitted FCC documentation for a new color e-reader that will be coming out sometime in the next month or two. The hardware is the exact same as the Nova Air that came out last year, the only new thing is that it is likely employing an E INK Kaleido Plus color filter array, or could possibly be using the 3rd generation tech. This new device will provide … [Read more...] about Onyx BOOX Nova Air C is a 7.8 inch color e-reader that is coming out soon
Top Gambling Addiction eBooks to Read
Digital books are everywhere and whether in online bookstores or libraries, we can read them to get informed, entertain, and to further educate ourselves. As the world of gambling has been prevalent, it is expected to be an entertaining and rewarding experience. Nonetheless, some people can get addicted due to several factors evidently leading to serious financial and social … [Read more...] about Top Gambling Addiction eBooks to Read
First Look at the Skagen Hybrid Smartwatch HR with E INK
There are precious few E INK smartwatches out in the market. The Sony FES Watch is likely the most popular, since it provides a ton of flexibility in setting up custom images on the face and band. When it comes to premium watches that look good and also have long battery life, there is the Fossil Hybrid Smartwatch, Skagen – Jorn Hybrid HR, Citizen CZ Smart Hybrid Smartwatch and … [Read more...] about First Look at the Skagen Hybrid Smartwatch HR with E INK
Google News app for Android gets revamped
Google seems to have revamped its News app for Android. Many have reported getting to see a fresh new outlay for news which are grouped together in the Your Briefing and weather widget which is larger and more elaborate in its outlay though the content is still fixed to show top five stories, just as it has been with the old design. Another change to be seen, and what can also … [Read more...] about Google News app for Android gets revamped
Upcoming Android version for tablets might include a new Hub Mode
Google is keen to make up for the years of neglect that it subjected its tablet segment to. The company had earlier announced the launch of the Android 12L version which it said has been specifically designed for tablets and dual-screen devices. However, it isn't stopping at that but is working to include other tablet-friendly features as well. As Esper revealed, those include … [Read more...] about Upcoming Android version for tablets might include a new Hub Mode
The E-Reader industry is on pause, due to the resurgence of COVID in China
China is facing some serious problems with COVID. Health officials stated the entire situation is “grim and complex” amid a dramatic rise in daily cases. Out of 31 provinces in China, 28 have reported coronavirus cases since the past week. This has dramatically affected the global e-reader supply chain. The vast majority of e-readers in the world are produced in China. We have … [Read more...] about The E-Reader industry is on pause, due to the resurgence of COVID in China
E INK has joined the Climate Pledge, co-founded by Amazon
Today, E Ink announced it has joined the Climate Pledge (TCP), co-founded by Amazon, to commit to becoming net-zero carbon by 2040 – the first display company to join TCP. E Ink is one of over 300 signatories that have now signed the Pledge, and the move comes hot on the heels of the company's announcement of the Dark Sky Certification and its own net-zero carbon pledge, … [Read more...] about E INK has joined the Climate Pledge, co-founded by Amazon
Are E Ink monitors good for work?
Think of E Ink and you are likely to have glimpses of a monochrome display that looks and feels like real paper. That is because it is a reflective display and is hence extremely soothing to the eye. It’s unlike an LCD or an LED display which emits light that is as harmful to the eyes as it is to mental health. All of this should explain the popularity of e-reader devices such … [Read more...] about Are E Ink monitors good for work?
First Look at the Smartbook T1 – Android E INK e-note with English
The Smartbook T1 is made by a company called Guoyue. This is their second device, the Smartbook V1 came out last year and was Chinese only, which limited its appeal. This new model is in English and it is a dedicated digital note taking device that has an excellent drawing app, you can also annotate PDF documents and digital books. One of the big key selling points is that it … [Read more...] about First Look at the Smartbook T1 – Android E INK e-note with English