Storytel announced it has entered into a partnership with the leading Indian e-commerce firm Flipkart to make available audiobooks in the country. The audiobook streaming giant said they plan to make available audiobooks in 10 regional languages. With this arrangement, Storytel is hoping to cash in on the growing craze for audiobooks in India. It also seems to have hit upon the … [Read more...] about Storytel ties up with Flipkart to introduce regional language audiobooks in India
Hands on Review of the Amazon Kindle Scribe
The Kindle Scribe has two major selling points. It is the first digital note taking device that Amazon has ever released and out of the box it has tremendous functionality in this regard. The second, is a large screen e-reader that is capable of reading books, comics, magazines, manga, newspapers and all sorts of other digital content. This is due to the 10-inch display that … [Read more...] about Hands on Review of the Amazon Kindle Scribe
Barnes and Noble is trying to deter holiday thefts
Barnes & Noble is installing cameras and locking away expensive items to deter shoplifters and thieves as they brace for a post-pandemic rush of holiday shoppers this year. At dozens of retail locations American Girl 'Wellie Wisher' dolls are shackled to the shelves with electronic ties. At one of their bookstores in Manhattan, customers have to carry empty Lego set boxes … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble is trying to deter holiday thefts
New Shiguangji Y1 tablet with paper-like color display launched, aimed specifically at the elderly
The Chinese display maker BOE announced the launch of a new tablet which it said has been designed specifically with the elderly in mind. The company said the tablet named Shiguangji Y1 features several enhancements aimed at making the lives of senior citizens that much easier. Prime among those is the display which BOE said offers a paper-like feel having the least amount of … [Read more...] about New Shiguangji Y1 tablet with paper-like color display launched, aimed specifically at the elderly
Tablet sales decline as work- or study-from-home trend reverses
The sale of tablet devices has already fallen flat post a period of robust growth during the past few years. Much of that is being attributed to the easing of most of the restrictions that were in force during the pandemic. Work from home or study from home, both considered the primary drivers of tablet sales are not strictly enforced anymore. Workers are back on the work front … [Read more...] about Tablet sales decline as work- or study-from-home trend reverses
Audible Premium Plus plan now 60 percent off as part of Cyber Monday deal
Amazon has announced first time Audible subscribers will be required to pay less than half of the usual subscription fees as part of the retailer's Cyber Monday offerings. Specifically, it’s a 60 percent discount that the subscribers stand to gain from. With this, those subscribing to the Audible Premium Plus plan for the first time will be required to pay just $5.95 per month, … [Read more...] about Audible Premium Plus plan now 60 percent off as part of Cyber Monday deal
Amazon Cyber Monday deal has shaved $50 off the Kindle Paperwhite
Amazon is never known to miss the chance to entice buyers with lucrative deals and offers. It's only natural the retailer is wooing buyers this Cyber Monday with similar offers on several of its products and services. Take for instance the $50 discount it is now offering on the Kindle Paperwhite. The deal is applicable on the 16 GB model which brings its price down to $100 from … [Read more...] about Amazon Cyber Monday deal has shaved $50 off the Kindle Paperwhite
Palm Reading shares glimpse of Super Smart Book slated for launch on Nov. 30
Palm Reading had earlier announced it will be launching a new flagship e-note device on November 30th. With just a day left to that happening, the company has in the meantime shared some bits and pieces of what it has in store for us. That is in the form of an image revealing a part of the e-ink tablet that is being referred to now as the Super Smart Book. As is evident from … [Read more...] about Palm Reading shares glimpse of Super Smart Book slated for launch on Nov. 30
Fossil Gen 6 Neutra E Ink hybrid smartwatch review. The best hybrid smartwatch out there?
There might not be any dearth of smartwatches out there but those are essentially pieces of tech gizmos that you wrap around your wrist. Nothing wrong with that but it may not suffice the requirements of those who might be looking for that classic watch appeal, one that is more of a watch than being entirely a smart connected thing that may make you feel overwhelmed with tons … [Read more...] about Fossil Gen 6 Neutra E Ink hybrid smartwatch review. The best hybrid smartwatch out there?