Amazon has announced that the Amazon Books Editors have revealed the Best Books of the Year So Far, naming Percival Everett's novel, James, as the top choice. The Amazon Books Editors call it "a wildly entertaining and thought-provoking read that cements Percival Everett as one of the best modern-day writers." Other titles that rounded out the top five include The Women by … [Read more...] about Amazon Reveals Best Books of 2024
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The Tale of two Naomis; Klein wins award for Doppelganger
Naomi Klein, a prominent Canadian writer and activist, has won the inaugural Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction with her book Doppelganger: A Trip Into the Mirror World. The Tale of Two Naomis Doppelganger is Klein's personal account into the world of online misinformation, sharing the story of how she's often been mistaken for Naomi Wolf. Wolf is also an author and journalist, … [Read more...] about The Tale of two Naomis; Klein wins award for Doppelganger
Z-Library Introduces Several New Features to Enhance User Experience
It was just last month that Z Library announced the introduction of several new features on its site. It has now announced a slew of additional features which it claims will take user experience to newer heights. Here are the new features that Z-Library recently introduced on its site. New Desktop launcher version: There is the latest version of the desktop launcher which … [Read more...] about Z-Library Introduces Several New Features to Enhance User Experience
First Look at the Barnes and Noble NOOK Tablet 9 by Lenovo
Barnes and Noble, in collaboration with Lenovo, have launched a new tablet, the NOOK Tablet 9. This device is designed for immersive reading of digital content in full colour, such as comics, magazines, and webtoons. With full access to the Google Play Store, you can download millions of free and paid apps. Priced at a reasonable $ 149, it's a smart investment for those who … [Read more...] about First Look at the Barnes and Noble NOOK Tablet 9 by Lenovo
Kindle App for iOS and Android Now Supports TTS Feature
The Kindle app for Android, iOS, and Mac (sorry, not Windows) now supports text-to-speech feature, a Reddit post on this revealed. It can read out in several international languages at the moment, which includes Spanish and French, apart from English of course. What is nice about the feature is that it can read aloud personal documents as well. The particular words that are … [Read more...] about Kindle App for iOS and Android Now Supports TTS Feature
Author Sues Amazon Over Alleged Audiobook Market Monopoly
Amazon is being targeted by a proposed class action lawsuit from author CD Reiss, who is accusing the tech giant of adopting techniques and practices that lets it have unilateral control of the audiobook market. That includes charging higher fees and limiting the reach of non-exclusive titles. The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court for the Western District of … [Read more...] about Author Sues Amazon Over Alleged Audiobook Market Monopoly
Philips Tableaux with 13-inch E Ink Display Launched at InfoComm 2024
Philips has launched its new Philips Tableaux 4150 signage solution at InfoComm 2024. The new Tableaux 4150 comes with a 13-inch E Ink display and is going to run on the Android platform - Android 11, to be specific - similar to the 25-inch and 32-inch Tableaux displays. The 13-inch display offers 1600 x 1200 resolution and comes with 16 GB of internal storage, thus negating … [Read more...] about Philips Tableaux with 13-inch E Ink Display Launched at InfoComm 2024
Amazon Kindle Scribe is available at Target for a $100 discount
Discover a unique deal on the Kindle Scribe, not on Amazon's website but through their distributors. Target is currently offering a $100 discount on this digital notebook, a significant saving. The Kindle Scribe is not just a digital notebook; it's a versatile tool that allows you to write in ebooks, draw freely, or edit PDF files. It also doubles as a large-screen digital … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Scribe is available at Target for a $100 discount
Smart Light Technology to Launch Color e-Paper Smart ID Cards
Smart Light Technology announced it will soon be launching a color e-paper identification card carrying the key identity information of a person, eettaiwan.com reported. With the use of a color e-paper display, you have several benefits which include a high-contrast color display that it all the more readable. Plus, it has wide viewing angles, consumes only a negligible amount … [Read more...] about Smart Light Technology to Launch Color e-Paper Smart ID Cards
Aussie Teens’ Reading Habits revealed
Australian teens would sooner flick through the pages of a physical novel than listen to an audiobook or read on their phone or tablet, Deakin University research reveals. But almost three in 10 students in Years 7-12 say they do not read in their spare time, highlighting an urgent need to foster reading among youth in the digital age. Associate Professor Leonie … [Read more...] about Aussie Teens’ Reading Habits revealed
Audible’s First Global Campaign by Fold7
Image credit: Campaignlive Amazon-owned Audible has released its first global campaign exploring how the online audiobook and podcast service can immerse people in different worlds. Created by Fold7, “There’s more to imagine when you listen” contrasts the world of an audiobook/podcast with the real world. The two TV ads that are part of the campaign are designed to … [Read more...] about Audible’s First Global Campaign by Fold7
E INK has developed a 13.3 Screen with Spectra 6
At the Digital Signage Japan event, E INK unveiled a 13.3-inch device running Spectra 6 e-paper, a technology they've never used in a screen this size before. While it's not yet optimized for e-readers or e-notes, it's a perfect fit for signage or a digital photo frame, showcasing the device's versatility. E Ink Spectra 6 builds upon the prior generations of the Spectra … [Read more...] about E INK has developed a 13.3 Screen with Spectra 6
Hanvon Clear 6 Pro with Super Clear 300PPI E Ink Display Launched
The Hanvon Clear 6 Pro e-reader has been launched, ITHome reported. The e-reader comes with a 6-inch monochrome 300 PPI 'super clear' E Ink display having 30-level DC dimming with cool and warm control settings. The display is aided by the Regal afterimage elimination technology which ensures faster page refresh times while ensuring the least ghosting effect. It supports a … [Read more...] about Hanvon Clear 6 Pro with Super Clear 300PPI E Ink Display Launched