The Boyue P78 is a really solid e-reader that feels modern and has respectable hardware. It is basically spiritual successor of the Likebook Mars and Likebook Muses, so if you want something that excels at reading ebooks, this is the device for you. Android 8.1, keeps things fresh, Google Play and the Framework are preinstalled, so you can get access to over a million apps … [Read more...] about Boyue Likebook P78 E-Reader Review
Lenovo will launch new tablet devices on May 25th
Lenovo has confirmed it plans to launch a slew of new tablet devices on May 25. There are going to be at least three new tablets launched during the event though those are likely to be exclusive to China for the moment. Among the new tablets expected to be launched include the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021, Xiaoxin Pad Plus, and the Yoga Pad Pro. However, with the Xiaoxin brand being … [Read more...] about Lenovo will launch new tablet devices on May 25th
Reinkstone R1 is a 10.3 inch color e-reader with Android 11
The Reinkstone R1 is a new e-reader that is going to be released sometime in the next few months. The value proposition for this device is off the charts, it is employing the E INK Kaleido Plus, second generation color e-paper and it will be the first device that is running Android 11. The Reinkstone R1 is running an E INK Carta HD display to generate black and white content … [Read more...] about Reinkstone R1 is a 10.3 inch color e-reader with Android 11
How do you update your Kindle Firmware?
Installing the latest updates is always the recommended thing to do. This holds true for all devices, be it a smartphone, tablet, PC, MAC, an e-reader, or whatever that your might be using. The latest updates might introduce new features too though more importantly, they come with bug fixes and security patches all aimed at enhancing the stability of the device. For the … [Read more...] about How do you update your Kindle Firmware?
Will Apple Audiobooks get HiFi Lossless Audio?
Apple has just launched their HiFi, or lossless audio streaming tier for Apple Music. Users will be able to stream songs at higher quality and potentially enjoy them in some form of Spatial Audio. Apple has confirmed that lossless audio won't be supported on the AirPods, AirPods Max, or AirPods Pro, AirPods, AirPods Pro, since they are limited to the Bluetooth AAC codec … [Read more...] about Will Apple Audiobooks get HiFi Lossless Audio?
Amazon launches new Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 5
Amazon refreshed its Echo Show line-up of smart display systems with the launch of the new Echo Show 8, Echo Show 5, and the Echo Show 5 Kids version. Of these, the Echo Show 8 is the most advanced of the three and is also the one that has benefitted from a more comprehensive upgrade package. Echo Show 8 To begin with, the new Echo Show 8 now boasts of the octa-core … [Read more...] about Amazon launches new Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 5
Onyx has solved the ghosting problem on the Nova 3 Color
The Onyx Boox Nova 3 color is one of the best e-readers and digital note taking devices in the world. One of the problems that users have been complaining about is ghosting. This is an issue where previous pages or screens are superimposed on each other, which becomes hard to deal with. I know of many people who thought they had defective devices and ended up returning them. It … [Read more...] about Onyx has solved the ghosting problem on the Nova 3 Color
Naver completes their acquisition of Wattpad
The South Korean company Naver, has just completed their acquisition of Toronto based Wattpad. The $600 million dollar price tag gives Naver, a competitive advantage against the Amazon Kindle Vella and Kakao. If you have not heard of Naver before, they are the company behind Webtoon, a digital comics platform. Wattpad’s co-founders Allen Lau and Ivan Yuen will continue their … [Read more...] about Naver completes their acquisition of Wattpad
Toronto Library had 8 million eBook downloads in 2020
Canadians are known for their love for reading, and the same has led to the Toronto Public Library setting a new world record of 8 million digital downloads in 2020. That makes for a steep 32 percent jump in demand for eBooks and audiobooks in 2020. Of course, much of that has to do with the wide-ranging restrictions that remained in place for most of 2020 and forced people to … [Read more...] about Toronto Library had 8 million eBook downloads in 2020
Kobo Plus Now Available in Portugal
Kobo Plus is an unlimited audiobook and ebook subscription service that first launched in the Netherlands in 2017 and Canada last year. Kobo has signed an agreement with Portuguese publishing group LeYa to launch Kobo Plus e_LeY. Exclusive contents available for Portugal will be provided by LeYa and other Portuguese publishers and publishing institutions joining the platform. … [Read more...] about Kobo Plus Now Available in Portugal