The Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2024 event was abuzz with excitement as leading players in the digital display industry showcased their cutting-edge e-paper solutions. Let's take a closer look at some of the most intriguing innovations unveiled during the event: PPDS introduces Philips Tableaux low-power e-paper signage:PPDS stole the spotlight with its Philips … [Read more...] about Exploring the latest innovations in e-paper solutions
Discounted E-Ink Screen Bluetooth Temperature Humidity Monitor now available on Amazon
Amazon has announced a special offer on the GoveeLife E-Ink Screen Bluetooth Temperature Humidity Monitor, a state-of-the-art digital indoor wireless sensor equipped with alarms, free data export, and storage. This innovative device, suitable for a variety of applications, is now available for purchase as a pack of two, complete with batteries included. Originally priced at … [Read more...] about Discounted E-Ink Screen Bluetooth Temperature Humidity Monitor now available on Amazon
Eduvos and Kortext forge partnership to revolutionize textbook access for students
Eduvos, one of South Africa’s prominent private higher education providers, has forged a significant partnership with Kortext, a global leader in digital learning solutions, BizCommunity reported. This strategic collaboration aims to revolutionize the accessibility and affordability of textbooks for students while championing sustainable learning practices.Through this … [Read more...] about Eduvos and Kortext forge partnership to revolutionize textbook access for students
OCLC files lawsuit against Anna’s Archive over alleged WorldCat data scraping
OCLC, the renowned American nonprofit behind the WorldCat bibliographic database, has taken legal action against Anna’s Archive, a search engine accused of scraping WorldCat data. As TorrentFreak reported, the lawsuit, filed in an Ohio federal court, names Maria Dolores Anasztasia Matienzo and several "John Does" as defendants.According to OCLC, Anna’s Archive engaged in … [Read more...] about OCLC files lawsuit against Anna’s Archive over alleged WorldCat data scraping
Czech ebooks now have a 0% VAT
Many European countries have adopted a 0% VAT on ebooks, which means they are not taxed. The latest country to adopt this policy is the Czech Republic. As of January 1st, 2024, the VAT has been lowered from 10% to 0%. This was a calculated move because, in 2022, digital sales decreased by 3% and generated USD 359.5 million.The Czech Booksellers’ and Publishers’ Association … [Read more...] about Czech ebooks now have a 0% VAT
How to show covers on the lock screen post latest Kindle update
There have been some changes introduced to the Kindle e-readers post the latest software update, minor ones but still warrant a mention. It's like the option to show the cover of the book you have been reading on the lock screen is now located under a different menu. All of this is the result of the latest software version 5.16.6 which has changed the Settings menu on the 10th … [Read more...] about How to show covers on the lock screen post latest Kindle update
MobiScribe Wave Color with Kaleido 3 display launched
The MobiScribe Wave Color, featuring a Kaleido 3 panel, is expected to be launched in April. It would have been launched earlier if Yuantai Technology had been able to provide enough of the Kaleido 3 panels for MobiScribe to do so.Also, while there is still over a month left for a wider launch of the MobiScribe Wave Color, there are reports of the e-reader already being … [Read more...] about MobiScribe Wave Color with Kaleido 3 display launched
Shonen Jump’s First English Manga Animation
Kagurabachi has become hugely popular in a short period, and this success has seen it receive its first "voiced comics" release from its publisher for the manga's English-language version. The format allows more accessibility to a broader audience than ever, taking the success of Kagurabachi even further.It is worth noting that Kagurabachi is the first of Shonen Jump's … [Read more...] about Shonen Jump’s First English Manga Animation
MindStir Media: Pioneering Self-Publishing in the USA
MindStir Media is the leading provider of self-publishing and book marketing services in the United States. Bestselling author and award-winning entrepreneur J.J. Hebert founded the organization. The platform is intended to give authors all the necessary tools to share their work with the world. This year, MindStir Media has celebrated its 15th anniversary.J.J. Hebert … [Read more...] about MindStir Media: Pioneering Self-Publishing in the USA
Weaver Press Closes Doors After 25 Years
Weaver Press, one of the biggest independent publishing houses in Zimbabwe, is shutting down after 25 years. The founders - Irene Staunton and Murray McCartney (husband and wife duo) – announced the closure in December 2023.The publisher of fiction and non-fiction books is behind some of Zimbabwe’s most notable academic works.Speaking to University World News, Staunton … [Read more...] about Weaver Press Closes Doors After 25 Years
Book Bans: PEN America v. Escambia County
As we recently reported, The Escambia County School District School Board currently has over 1,600 books off their book shelves and on a "challenged list" waiting review. While the books are going through the "review process", they are removed from classrooms and circulation.District spokesperson Cody Strother told the Pensacola News Journal that the books, “have not been … [Read more...] about Book Bans: PEN America v. Escambia County
First Look at the Xiaomi 7 e-reader
Xiaomi released the Xiaomi 7 e-reader a month ago. It features a design similar to the Amazon Kindle Oasis, with page-turn buttons. The e-reader features an E Ink Carta 1200 e-paper display with a resolution of 300 PPI, ensuring that ebooks and text look good. Thanks to the front-lit display and colour temperature system with 32-level warm and cold lights, you can read during … [Read more...] about First Look at the Xiaomi 7 e-reader
New 10″ Home Assistant E-Ink Dashboard
Recently, I stumbled upon this Reddit thread about the brand-new 10-inch home assistant dashboard backed by the E-Ink technology. The E-Ink product has been designed to allow homeowners to manage their homes using their desktops and mobile phones.The creator said that he had been dreaming of engineering this home assistant dashboard for years and finally had the time and … [Read more...] about New 10″ Home Assistant E-Ink Dashboard