Here comes the iReader Smart X3 Pro E Ink tablet which its makers claim offers class-leading experience whether for work, education, or simply entertainment. The e-note comes with a custom-sized 10.65-inch Carta 1300 display having 300 PPI resolution. The Kindle Scribe sports a 10.2-inch 300 PPI display which again is unique in the segment while for the vast majority of the … [Read more...] about iReader Smart X3 Pro Comes With a 10.65-inch 300 PPI Carta 1300 Display
UK Audiobook Segment Records 24% Revenue Growth Last Year
Audiobook downloads in the UK between 2022 and 2023 have increased by 17 percent, The Guardian reported citing data from the Publishers Association. The total number of audiobooks downloaded during the period has jumped from 50 million to 59 million during the period. This has contributed to a 24 percent growth in revenue to £206m in 2023. Total publishing revenue in 2023 made … [Read more...] about UK Audiobook Segment Records 24% Revenue Growth Last Year
E-Ink Ghosting Effect Can Reveal Sensitive Info Such as Passwords
Ghosting happens to be one of the inherent issues with an E-Ink display. Since e-paper displays take longer than conventional displays to refresh, remnants of the previous display are often visible even if the display changes. While recent innovations in this space have minimized the issue to a large extent, the fact is, it isn't eliminated altogether. Now, this can pose a … [Read more...] about E-Ink Ghosting Effect Can Reveal Sensitive Info Such as Passwords
Several Kobo e-Readers Devices Discounted
Kobo might be all the rage these days thanks to the recent launch of the 7-inch Libra Colour and the 6-inch Clara Colour and the Clara BW though things do not end here. The company has now announced a sale on a few of its older Kobo e-readers. Those include the 8-inch Kobo Sage and the 10.3-inch Kobo Elipsa SE, both of which have been discounted by $30 and $50 … [Read more...] about Several Kobo e-Readers Devices Discounted
Spotify Introduces Countdown Timers for Audiobooks
Spotify said it is making it easier for listeners to keep track of upcoming audiobook launches using the Countdown Pages for audiobooks. The page will be displaying the exact time the next audiobook will be launched down to the precise seconds. While this will let listeners pre-save an audiobook and track its launch, this will also serve as the perfect pitch for the authors, … [Read more...] about Spotify Introduces Countdown Timers for Audiobooks
Startup to Translate 50,000 Manga Titles to English Using AI for International Launch
In a major push towards making manga more accessible internationally, several manga publishers along with the Japanese government’s Japan Industrial Innovation Investment Corporation have come together to translate manga titles to English using AI resources. As Nikkei reported, this is going to be accomplished by a start-up named Orange which has been provided an initial … [Read more...] about Startup to Translate 50,000 Manga Titles to English Using AI for International Launch
Bigme is releasing two HiBreak smartphones at the end of May
Bigme is releasing two smartphones, the first ones they have ever released. The new series is called HiBreak, one phone is using the latest generation colour e-paper technology, Kaleido 3 and the other is using a black and white display. Not much is known right now, but they will have cameras with flash, Google Android OS and full access to the Google Play Store, in addition … [Read more...] about Bigme is releasing two HiBreak smartphones at the end of May
Kobo Places Urgent Orders for Color e-Readers as Current Stock is Sold Out
Kobo is reported to have placed fresh orders for its Kobo color e-readers, the Kobo Libra Colour and the Kobo Clara Colour after the first batch of e-readers sold out faster than they had anticipated, industry analyst Ming Chi Kuo reported. Many of the companies that are part of the supply chain are working at twice their capacity to meet existing demand. As per the estimate … [Read more...] about Kobo Places Urgent Orders for Color e-Readers as Current Stock is Sold Out
10 Must-Have Books for Aviation Enthusiasts
Ever looked up and seen a plane flying high and felt excited? For many of us, the world of airplanes holds a special fascination. If you've ever dreamed about flying or wondered how planes are made, then you're in the right place. We've compiled 10 must-read books for aviation fans, each with a cool story about airplanes and flying. Let's explore! 1. "The Wright Brothers" … [Read more...] about 10 Must-Have Books for Aviation Enthusiasts
Mother’s Day Kindle Deals – All the Details
Amazon is offering discounts on almost all of its Kindle devices owing to Mother's Day. That includes the Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite, and the Kindle Scribe. The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition however has not been included in the sale. Here are the details. The basic Kindle e-reader is now selling for $79.99, which is 20 percent less than the usual price. This makes for an … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Kindle Deals – All the Details
Full Review of the Rakuten Kobo BW E-Reader
The Kobo Colour e-readers might be capturing all of the headlines on major news publications and tech review sites, and with good reason. The Kobo Libra Colour and Clara Colour are the first colour e-readers released by a major company. However, the Kobo BW is likely the best black-and-white e-reader in the Kobos catalogue; it destroys the previous generation Clara and trounces … [Read more...] about Full Review of the Rakuten Kobo BW E-Reader
X-Men ’97: Reviving Classic Comic Book Excitement
For years, the X-Men were noticeably absent from Marvel Studios’ projects due to a longstanding rift with Fox, the previous owner of their rights. This absence was intriguing yet odd, given the pivotal role of X-Men: The Animated Series in catalyzing the X-Men film franchise and the broader comic book movie boom. However, Disney Plus’ X-Men ’97 series now offers a nostalgic … [Read more...] about X-Men ’97: Reviving Classic Comic Book Excitement
Meebook M103 with 10.3-inch E Ink display now on sale in China
As expected, the Meebook M103 has gone on sale in China. The e-note with a 10.3-inch E Ink display comes with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB ROM, the latter being further expandable via external cards to up to 1TB. The display comes with a 1404 x 1872 resolution and is front-lit with warm and cool temperature controls. This ensures you have the most optimum reading experience irrespective … [Read more...] about Meebook M103 with 10.3-inch E Ink display now on sale in China