Dasung has come up with a cheaper version of its 13.3-inch Paperlike monitor. Named the Paperlike HD, the monitor lacks a touchscreen interface and is no frontlight included. The monitor has been priced at 3,999 yuan and is the cheapest in the Paperlike series of monitors, where the top model - the Paperlike HD-FT - features both a touch interface and frontlight. There is the … [Read more...] about Dasung launches cheaper Paperlike HD E Ink monitor
Gen Z And Millennials Love For Local Libraries
Libraries offer abundant peace, which Gen Z and Millennials crave in this noisy world. Almost all of them, about 92%, use social media every day. As surprising as it may sound, 25% of them check it several times each hour.But, in the same study that looked at people across the country, we also learned that many young folks from Generation Z and millennials still go to the … [Read more...] about Gen Z And Millennials Love For Local Libraries
Macmillan to Publish Memoir of Lisa Marie Presley
Lisa Marie Presley's life story will be a book, and Macmillan is teaming up with her daughter, Riley Keough, to make it happen. Sara Cywinski, who works at Macmillan, got the rights to publish a special book about Lisa Marie Presley in the UK and elsewhere.They got the deal from Harriet Poland at CAA. The book will come out on October 15, 2024. Also, there will be an … [Read more...] about Macmillan to Publish Memoir of Lisa Marie Presley
The reMarkable 2 is now available in India
One of the downfalls of importing e-readers and e-notes is the high tax in India. Indian residents must have a PAN, GSTIN or AADHAR tax card to buy and deliver products online. Things are getting a bit easier with the latest news that the Remarkable 2 e-paper writing tablet, starting January 15th, customers in India will be able to purchase reMarkable 2 and accessories … [Read more...] about The reMarkable 2 is now available in India
Keanu Reeves Set to Release First Novel
"The Book of Elsewhere” will be released on 23 July 2024. Reeves has proved his metal numerous times as a phenomenal actor. He now wishes to conquer the ocean of writing. Written by Keanu and his British Co-author China Miéville, this book expands to the BRZRKR comic book series.Reeves mentioned in a press conference, "China did exactly what I was hoping for--he came in … [Read more...] about Keanu Reeves Set to Release First Novel
Harper Introduces YA Imprint
In the UK, HarperCollins Children's Books is starting a new imprint for young adults called Harper Fire, as reported by the bookseller. Harper Fire, a new part of HarperCollins Children's Books, will be headed by publishing director Natalie Doherty.She shared:"We're really happy to start Harper Fire, where we'll have amazing authors. There's a lot more to come! Harper … [Read more...] about Harper Introduces YA Imprint
Digital Pocket Book – the pocket-sized e-reader with stylus and a ‘virtual’ physical keyboard
There seems to be a nice option for those who prefer to do most of their reading on their smartphones instead of a full-fledged e-reader or other devices. It is the Digital Pocket Book and much as the name signifies, it can let you have your entire library in your pockets.Looks wise the DPB can remind one of the 10th anniversary iPhone sans the expansive notch at the top. … [Read more...] about Digital Pocket Book – the pocket-sized e-reader with stylus and a ‘virtual’ physical keyboard
Bill Maher lands new book deal
Publisher's Simon & Schuster (S&S) have announced they have acquired the rights to Bill Maher’s new book, What This Comedian Said Will Shock You. In their statement, S&S referred to this upcoming book as, “A brilliantly astute and acerbically funny vivisection of American life, politics, and culture."Comedian, producer, actor and commentator, this project is … [Read more...] about Bill Maher lands new book deal
Why is everyone recommending e-readers for 2024?
If you search Google or Google News for e-readers, there is an avalanche of posts, recommending the best e-readers of 2024. The vast majority of these recommendations are all of the latest generation Kindle e-readers, that all came out a couple of years ago, or a myriad of other devices, such as Kobo or Boox. It is only January, and every major brand is going to release new … [Read more...] about Why is everyone recommending e-readers for 2024?
Introducing Fanmu, the palm-sized e-reader
The basic shape might remind one of the iPhone of yore when it had the famous Home button beneath the display while there used to be thick bezels all around. Many would also be reminded of the iPod, particularly the music buffs. However, we have an e-reader here and one that is small enough to fit into your palms. As a Reddit user by the name Ok-Knowledge 7443 said, it will let … [Read more...] about Introducing Fanmu, the palm-sized e-reader
Introducing Enough, the world’s most expensive e-book priced at $14,470
What's the max you think an e-book might ever cost? Whatever your estimates might be, here is one that is priced at a whopping $14,470. It’s Enough, the self-help sort of book that even makes the bold claim of turning anyone who has read and followed what it preaches into a billionaire. That way, it might be a small price to pay if you indeed start earning billions in the … [Read more...] about Introducing Enough, the world’s most expensive e-book priced at $14,470
Old Nook Simple Touch display used to create a digital photo frame
There is no dearth of digital photo frames featuring an E Ink display though here is one by Ben and shown on Hackaday that uses the display of an old B&N Nook Simple Touch Reader. The benefits of such a move are multiple. For one, it runs on Android and hence, you can hack the same easily to make it perform what you desire. Also, it being an old e-reader - the Nook Simple … [Read more...] about Old Nook Simple Touch display used to create a digital photo frame
Reinkstone Reink iPhone cases with embedded 4-color E Ink display
Remember the Rink iPhone cases discussed earlier that come with an integrated E Ink display? The same is now shipping worldwide. A nice thing about the case is that it includes a tiny stand built around the rear camera block of the iPhone devices. The 115-degree adjustable lens bracket will allow for hands-free usage of the iPhone, like when watching a movie. However, given the … [Read more...] about Reinkstone Reink iPhone cases with embedded 4-color E Ink display