Icarus has a brand new 9.7 inch e-reader they released a month ago and this unit brings a number of very compelling features to the table. It comes with a stylus so you can make highlights, notes and annotations. It also comes with audio support, so you can listen to your favorite audiobook and also download apps via Google Play. Hardware The Icarus Illumina PRO … [Read more...] about Icarus Illumina PRO 9.7 Review
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Icarus Illumina 2016 E-Reader Review
Icarus has debuted two new e-readers in 2016, one is the six inch Illumina and the other is a giant 9.7 inch display that can only be interacted with via stylus. Today we are going to take a look at the entry level Illumina and see if it is worth the investment. Hardware and Software The 3rd generation Illumina features a six inch capacitive touchscreen display with a … [Read more...] about Icarus Illumina 2016 E-Reader Review
Icarus Illumina E654BK 2016 Unboxing Video
The 3rd generation Icarus Illumina e-reader is very appealing to anyone who is looking for a device capable of running Android Jelly Bean and employing the Google Play Store. The size of the screen is six inches and features a resolution of 1024 x 768. You can swipe and gesture via the multitouch capacitive touch screen. You can flip through pages by swiping the screen and open … [Read more...] about Icarus Illumina E654BK 2016 Unboxing Video
Icarus Illumina Pro 9.7 2016 Unboxing Video
The Icarus Illumina PRO 9.7 inch e-reader came out a few months ago and it is likely one of the best devices the company has ever made. It features an E-Ink Pearl HD screen and has a resolution of 1200 x 825 pixels. The electromagnetic touch screen can be controlled with the stylus and you can make notes, highlights and annotations. It has a built in front-light, which means … [Read more...] about Icarus Illumina Pro 9.7 2016 Unboxing Video
Data – What e-reader are you buying for Christmas?
e-Readers continue to be one of the most sought after gifts for the Christmas season for people who love books and want to carry an entire library in their pocket. The vast majority of these devices have really come down in price and make great gifts for yourself or a loved one. There is a severe lack of data when it comes to the most popular e-readers, until now. Over the … [Read more...] about Data – What e-reader are you buying for Christmas?
The new Icarus Illumina is now available
The Icarus Illumina E654BK e-reader has Android and Google Play as the key selling points. This device was announced about a month ago and is now available to purchase on Amazon for $119. This new e-reader is fairly solid because the screen is completely flush with the bezel, so it should appeal to users who do not like IR. The Icarus Illumina E654BK features a six inch … [Read more...] about The new Icarus Illumina is now available
New Icarus Illumina E654BK e-Reader has Google Play
Icarus has just announced a brand new e-reader that is apart of their Illumina product line. This device has a flush screen and bezel and has Google Play to download all of your apps. You will also be able to read at night via the front light. The Icarus Illumina E654BK features a six inch capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 and unfortunately it … [Read more...] about New Icarus Illumina E654BK e-Reader has Google Play
Will e-Readers Ever Get the New Android 7.0 Nougat Update?
Google has just released a brand new version of Android today, Android 7.0 Nougat. This OS is being pushed out to modern Nexus devices and other companies will likely update their flagship smartphones and tablets sometime in the near future. Many of the leading e-Readers run Linux, but there are a number of models that run Android. Will digital readers ever get the new update … [Read more...] about Will e-Readers Ever Get the New Android 7.0 Nougat Update?
How often do consumers upgrade their e-reader?
Every year Amazon and Kobo release new flagship e-readers and they all enjoy heavy promotion online. Every major online news agency reviews and recommends their preferred pick and it's easy to get lost in the hype. There is not very much raw data available when it comes to people upgrading their existing e-reader to a new model. A few weeks ago we conducted some research and … [Read more...] about How often do consumers upgrade their e-reader?
Will you Buy the New Kobo Aura One e-Reader?
A couple of weeks ago Kobo submitted two e-readers to the FCC to get approval to sell them in the United States. One of the new devices has been dubbed the Kobo Aura One and features a 7.8 inch screen, which is the largest e-reader the Toronto based company has ever produced. The second has a standard six inch screen and is thought to bridge the gap between the Kobo Glo HD and … [Read more...] about Will you Buy the New Kobo Aura One e-Reader?
Father’s Day Gift Guide
Father’s Day is occurring on June 19th and there’s just enough time to pick up a brand new e-reader for the dad who loves to read. One of the best deals around is the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 3 that was released last year. It is more affordable than the Kindle Oasis and Kindle Voyage. The PW3 features The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 3 has a e-ink Carta display screen with a … [Read more...] about Father’s Day Gift Guide
Inkbook 8 Android e-Reader Review
The e-Reader arena is utterly saturated with six inch devices and there is slim pickings if someone wants to buy something with a larger screen. I am a huge fan of eight inch e-readers such as the Icarus XL and the newly released Inkbook 8. Hardware The Inkbook 8 features an e-Ink Pearl HD touchscreen with a resolution of 1024×768 and 160 PPI. You might be thinking, … [Read more...] about Inkbook 8 Android e-Reader Review
e-Ink has a new e-paper display panel for e-readers
E-Ink is planning on announcing a new display panel for e-readers sometime in the next two months. We have confirmation from a number of sources that state that the new display will be available for six inch e-readers and go all the way up to 13.3 inches. This is a boon for the industry, because many of the current generation e-readers over six inches, tend to utilize e-ink … [Read more...] about e-Ink has a new e-paper display panel for e-readers
Is the Icarus Illumina XL a Good Manga Reader?
The Icarus Illumina XL e-reader features an eight inch screen, which is perfect for PDF files and manga. Many people have been writing into Good e-Reader, asking us to post a video demonstrating the manga experience using a popular Android app. The video below will give you a sense on what the XL brings to the table in the manga department. … [Read more...] about Is the Icarus Illumina XL a Good Manga Reader?
How does the Icarus Illumina XL handle PDF Files?
The Icarus Illumina XL is a brand new 8 inch e-reader and many people have been wondering how it handles PDF files? Today, we evaluate the standard PDF e-book and also a very extensive document with lots of images and a custom layout. This video should give you a sense on what the XL is capable of and if will suit your needs. I found that the XL does a really good job on … [Read more...] about How does the Icarus Illumina XL handle PDF Files?
Icarus Illumina XL Review
Icarus has developed a new eight inch e-reader that certainly stands out in a crowded market full of six inch devices. One of the big selling points is the open Android concept, that allows users to install their own apps. What is most compelling, is that this model has a 3.5mm headphone jack. This makes it possible to listen to audiobooks and music. Hardware The Illumina … [Read more...] about Icarus Illumina XL Review