The founder of Audible, Don Katz has been shortlisted by PEN America as the Business Visionary Honoree for its 2022 Literary Gala for his outstanding contributions to the world of literature and audio storytelling, the organization revealed in a press release. Katz who is an eminent journalist and an author himself founded Audible back in 1995. The company operated … [Read more...] about Audible founder Don Katz will be the honoree at the Pen America 2022 Gala
The new Kindle Home Screen is tied to user accounts, not the Kindle itself
Amazon has been slowly pushing out a new update to Kindle users all over the world. This introduces an entirely new home screen and a completely different settings structure. Did you know that when you get the new home screen it is not saved to your Kindle, but instead is attached to your account? If multiple people share the same Kindle, it is possible to deregister the device … [Read more...] about The new Kindle Home Screen is tied to user accounts, not the Kindle itself
Here are the best E INK Picture Frames worth buying
Digital photo frames are nothing new, there have been plenty of LCD ones on the market for years. E INK frames? There are hardly any that are available for the English speaking crowd, most of the low rent stuff comes out of China and the apps are not readily available, which is how you load pictures on them. Does this mean for people in the Western world don't have any options? … [Read more...] about Here are the best E INK Picture Frames worth buying
Amazon and Visa have come to terms for payment processing on the UK website
Amazon had a dispute with Visa in November, 2021. The company claimed their rates were too high in the United Kingdom and other key markets. Amazon sent out an email to customers stating that on January 19th, 2022, customers will no longer be able to place orders for any products, using Visa, on the Amazon.co.uk website. They clarified that no other credit cards, such as … [Read more...] about Amazon and Visa have come to terms for payment processing on the UK website
12 Audiobooks to Check Out this Spring
Springtime is all about rejuvenation and sparking new ideas. From poetry, to personal memoirs, to exciting fiction and non-fiction; we are very excited to share some of the amazing audiobook offerings coming this spring! Time Is a Mother by Ocean Vuong, narrated by TBD (April 5, Penguin Random House Audio Publishing Group) "In this deeply intimate second poetry … [Read more...] about 12 Audiobooks to Check Out this Spring
Android 13 tablets and smartphones will be able to run Windows 11
The Pixel 6 is in the news, and that is not because it is running the Android 13 Developer Preview but for running the Microsoft Windows 11 OS. This has been possible thanks to a new virtualization tech - Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM) - employed that makes it possible to run virtual machines. Web developer kdrag0n made good use of it and managed to run the latest Windows … [Read more...] about Android 13 tablets and smartphones will be able to run Windows 11
Haoqing Meebook P78 Pro e-note and e-reader review
HAOQING is a new company based in China. They comprise of most of the former executives of Boyue. Their first commercial product is the Meebook P78 Pro, which comes with an all-new stylus to take notes, make highlights, freehand draw and edit PDF files. It also doubles as an ebook reader, so you can sideload in your own favorite titles or download apps, such as Kindle from … [Read more...] about Haoqing Meebook P78 Pro e-note and e-reader review
E INK has attained Dark Sky Certification
E INK is the company responsible for most of the e-paper technology found in e-readers and electronic digital signage. They have just attained Dark Sky Certification from the International Dark Sky Association – the first display technology to achieve this designation, underlining E Ink’s commitment to sustainability. As a reflective technology, the displays do not emit any … [Read more...] about E INK has attained Dark Sky Certification
US Bookstore sales increased by 28% in 2021
Bookstore sales in the United States recovered from the pandemic that hit them hard in 2020 and for the first couple of months of 2021. According to the US Census Bureau, Sales increased by 28% and $9.03 billion was generated in 2021, compared to sales of $6.50 billion the year prior. This was a very nice rebound and it looks like the vast majority of bookstores will be … [Read more...] about US Bookstore sales increased by 28% in 2021
Storytel and Pottermore to produce audiobook version of Hogwarts Library books
Storytel and Pottermore have decided to take their partnership to the next level which will now involve creating audiobook versions of the Hogwarts Library books. Storytel has already been cooperating with Pottermore since 2016 in bringing the Harry Potter series to its subscribers the world over.This time, as PRNewsWire reported, Storytel is making it sure they are able to … [Read more...] about Storytel and Pottermore to produce audiobook version of Hogwarts Library books
Debating Audiobook Narrators; AI, Human or Both?
The idea of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) as audiobook narrators, instead of humans, has become a focused topic of discussion in audiobook circles lately.In October, a PW article by columnist Thad McIlroy, examined the debate, sparking some reaction from both sides; professional narrators and publishers. In that piece, Mcllroy, profiled several players in this niche … [Read more...] about Debating Audiobook Narrators; AI, Human or Both?
Audible ties up with Wattpad, adds more Hindi language audiobooks and podcasts
Audible will have more Hindi language audiobooks to offer its members in India thanks to its association with the online social reading platform Wattpad, Indianexpress reported. The collaboration will see the more popular stories from Wattpad be available to Audible members in audiobook format. The Amazon owned platform plans to add more Wattpad titles throughout 2022. Also, … [Read more...] about Audible ties up with Wattpad, adds more Hindi language audiobooks and podcasts
Windows 11 users can access 1,000 apps from the Amazon App Store
The next phase of Amazon App Store on Windows 11 is here! Starting today, a public preview of the Amazon App store is now available to all users that are located in the United States. Windows. There are over 1,000 apps are included, such as Audible, Kindle, Subway Surfers, Lords Mobile, Khan Academy Kids and many more, with additional apps being added over time. Both Amazon … [Read more...] about Windows 11 users can access 1,000 apps from the Amazon App Store