The Famue e-reader seems to have been taken straight out of the children's fantasy series, Gulliver's Travel - A Voyage to Lilliput. It's that small. In fact, it is so small, you will be hard-pressed to believe is an e-reader, that is until you have powered it on for the first time. Interestingly, apart from being an e-reader, the Famue also has another identity, that of being … [Read more...] about Famue e-reader: Smallest, cheapest, lightest….best? A Review
Audiotrain webinars to explore AI’s impact on podcasting, audiobooks, and radio
AudioUK's Audiotrain is set to host a series of enlightening webinars investigating the intersection of AI and audio. Spanning the upcoming months, the AI and Audio season will comprise three webinars, each offering insights into various aspects of AI's influence on the audio domain. Kicking off the series is Adam Fritz, CEO of Pozotron and a recent sponsor of Audiotrain. In … [Read more...] about Audiotrain webinars to explore AI’s impact on podcasting, audiobooks, and radio
Creating a personalized memory box with Raspberry Pi Zero W and E Ink display
Our lives are filled with cherished memories that we hold close to our hearts. To capture these precious moments and create lasting reminders, software engineer Mike Buss embarked on a journey to build a custom keepsake box for his three-year-old son. What started as a simple project evolved into an intricate "memory box" that combines technology and sentimentality. As … [Read more...] about Creating a personalized memory box with Raspberry Pi Zero W and E Ink display
Amazon Kindle e-book updates need a public changelog
Amazon Kindle books sometimes receive ebook updates that the publisher or author pushes out. The Amazon Kindle e-reader has a reporting feature in digital books for spelling mistakes that are automatically sent over and often revised. The ebook cover art will be updated to generate interest when a book is made into a movie. An example of this is Andy Weir's The Martian; the old … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle e-book updates need a public changelog
Amazon faces accusations of concealing cheaper offers in lawsuit
A recent class-action lawsuit alleges that Amazon is employing deceptive tactics to push customers into paying more for items, Quartz reported. The suit claims that the online retail giant manipulates its algorithm to prioritize sellers who pay higher fees, effectively hiding cheaper offers with faster delivery times. According to the lawsuit filed on February 8 by two … [Read more...] about Amazon faces accusations of concealing cheaper offers in lawsuit
The Sam 7.8 2nd e-reader: A Review
Sam 7.8 2nd - that's the name of an e-reader just in case you might be wondering what on earth that is. What is even more intriguing is the model no. It is R-R-Llx-EB401 e-reader, which makes it the longest model number we have ever had for any e-reader so far. To clear the air, the above mentioned e-reader is offered by the South Korean bookstore chain Kyobo. The last time … [Read more...] about The Sam 7.8 2nd e-reader: A Review
Dive into the Dune universe with Amazon’s book sale
Amazon is currently offering enticing discounts on every book in the Dune series, making it the perfect opportunity for fans to immerse themselves in the world of Arrakis ahead of the release of Dune: Part Two on Mar. 1. Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the franchise, there's something for everyone in this expansive sale, including box sets and the acclaimed graphic … [Read more...] about Dive into the Dune universe with Amazon’s book sale
VIZ Announces X-Men Manga
VIZ Media has announced a series of new titles, including Marvel manga and early works by the creators of One Piece, Nana, and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. Here’s a look: X-Men: The Manga Remastered, by Hiroshi Higuchi, is an adaptation of the 1992 X-Men animated series. The manga was originally published in Japan, and in the late 1990s, VIZ released an American edition … [Read more...] about VIZ Announces X-Men Manga
Korean Webtoon Industry Embraces AI Innovation
South Korea strengthens its spot as the world’s webtoon capital as creators are now using artificial intelligence (AI). Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) have revealed the findings of the ‘2023 Webtoon Survey,’ about the industry’s global growth and future. The survey revealed a remarkable 16.8% growth in total … [Read more...] about Korean Webtoon Industry Embraces AI Innovation
Introducing Memorizer Book Tracking App
Memorizer is movie and book tracking app that lets you log books and movies. The app lets you write a list of books you have read so you can revisit them later. The app also lets you find inspiration for new reads. The startup has managed to secure a user base of around 70,000 monthly active app users. The best thing is users continue reopening the app over the long run. The … [Read more...] about Introducing Memorizer Book Tracking App
Court Dismisses Authors’ Suit Against OpenAI
In an order issued on February. 12, a federal judge at California court has partially dismissed a copyright case against OpenAI brought by several authors. The case against OpenAI combines complaints filed by Silverman, Christopher Golden, Richard Kadrey, Paul Tremblay, and Mona Awad. It made six claims as listed below: direct copyright infringement vicarious … [Read more...] about Court Dismisses Authors’ Suit Against OpenAI
Optimizing Google Chrome for Offline Book Reading
In our fast-paced digital age, the ability to access your favorite books offline is a game-changer. The convenience of offline reading ensures that you can enjoy your literary pursuits without being tethered to the internet. In this guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of configuring Google Chrome for optimal offline reading. From enabling offline mode to … [Read more...] about Optimizing Google Chrome for Offline Book Reading
Turning tragedy into inspiration: Bruce Willis memoir to be released
Emma Heming Willis is a woman of many talents; actor, producer, model, wife, mother, caregiver and soon to be, author. Heming Willis has recently announced that she is writing a book about her family’s journey of caregiving for her husband, actor and movie star, Bruce Willis. In March 2022, the actor's family announced that he was retiring from Hollywood as he had been … [Read more...] about Turning tragedy into inspiration: Bruce Willis memoir to be released