Amazon is set to unveil a new feature aimed at bolstering customers' trust in their previous purchases. Known as "Your Recalls and Product Safety Alerts," this personalized alert page will enable users to check if any items they bought on Amazon have been subjected to recalls or possess safety concerns, The Verge reported. By accessing the new page, customers will find it … [Read more...] about Amazon introduces a feature to inform users about past purchases with safety issues
Google announces tweaks in the search algorithm to prioritize tablet-oriented apps
Now that the Google Pixel tablet is out of the wild, the next thing the Mountain View company will have to deal with is setting its house in order. That points to making its app ecosystem more conducive to supporting large screen devices, something that can be considered to be of prime importance besides making available a well put-together tablet hardware. Fortunately, changes … [Read more...] about Google announces tweaks in the search algorithm to prioritize tablet-oriented apps
E INK is going to launch large-screen Kaleido 3 Outdoor tech in 2024
E INK announced Kaleido 3 Outdoor e-paper in April 2023. The company primarily uses this colour technology on 13-inch- to 15-inch screens outside. Adoption has been slow since it is very new. Sydney Australia is using it on traffic signs. E INK has disclosed to Good e-Reader that even larger screens are being developed and will be 75 and 85 inches. They plan to leverage this … [Read more...] about E INK is going to launch large-screen Kaleido 3 Outdoor tech in 2024
Can we Feel the Emotions of a Fictional Character?
Remember that scene from Forrest Gump, when Jenny introduces Forrest to his son, who until that moment Forrest did not know existed? Forrest’s first thought is whether or not his son has inherited his disability. He says, "Is he smart or..." pointing to himself. When Jenny confirms that their son is perfectly healthy, Forrest exhales with obvious relief and his eyes well up … [Read more...] about Can we Feel the Emotions of a Fictional Character?
Hanvon Clear a Kindle Oasis killer? A review
You might mistake it for the Kindle Oasis in a new avatar, the similarities are that close. There is the asymmetrical build made so famous by the Kindle Oasis some six years ago, with a thicker right edge that tapers off to being really slim for the rest of the device. The e-reader in question happens to be the Hanvon Clear and they have done a really nice job with it. Let's … [Read more...] about Hanvon Clear a Kindle Oasis killer? A review
Libro.fm Helps Local Bookshops to Provide Audiobook Access to Readers/Listeners
Image credit: geekwire Audiobooks have been prospering in the book industry for the past many years now. In 2020, audiobooks accounted for about ⅙th of the books sold that year. Additionally, its global worth stood at USD 5 billion in 2022. So they are, undoubtedly, one of the fastest-growing domains of the book publishing world. That's why, whether it's online platforms or … [Read more...] about Libro.fm Helps Local Bookshops to Provide Audiobook Access to Readers/Listeners
Barnes and Noble Press and Kindle Direct Publishing: What’s the Difference
Image credit: derbystshops When it comes to the most popular self-publishing platforms, both Barnes and Noble Press and Kindle Direct Publishing lead the chart for obvious reasons. Let's find out the difference between the two, so you can identify the ideal platform amidst the rise of the self-publishing and e-book market: Barnes and Noble Press and Amazon Kindle Direct … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble Press and Kindle Direct Publishing: What’s the Difference
Webtoon Collaborates With Wizards of the Coast For a New Series
Image credit: autospyders Good news! Webtoon has recently announced its partnership with award-winning games developer/publisher Wizards of the Coast for a new upcoming series. The series is titled Brie and the Borrowed Blade, and it's likely to launch in 2024. The very first look of this collaboration was disclosed on July 23 during the San Diego Comic-Con, as the "D&D … [Read more...] about Webtoon Collaborates With Wizards of the Coast For a New Series
Rise of E-books Has Encouraged Widespread Consumption of Arab Literature
E-books have been dominating several countries, and it seems like the demands in Arab regions are just as strong. The extensive preference for e-books in the Middle East has encouraged readers to consume more Arabic literature. Even though e-books in Arabic are limited, their popularity has certainly evoked interest in bridging the gap. With such factors, there are likely to be … [Read more...] about Rise of E-books Has Encouraged Widespread Consumption of Arab Literature
Amazon Kindle Kids e-reader is on sale with a $40 discount
Amazon must have lots of Amazon Kindle Kids editions in stock because, virtually every month, they run a sales promotion for it. The company has slashed the price by $40 this time, and you can pick one up for $80.00 and comes with a free case. This is the base model Kindle Kids that came out last year. It comes with a free one-year subscription to Kids+, which has thousands of … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Kids e-reader is on sale with a $40 discount