Barnes and Noble have a new feature for their Nook reading app for the iPhone and iPad. They are gamifying reading ebooks by introducing a new feature called "Trends." The new Trends section lets you keep track of your reading and listening progress for the month. It has a reading and listening wheel that tracks the number of days in a row that you read digital content or … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble adds “Trends” to Nook iOS app – Tracks Reading Progress
Do blue-light glasses really help?
In a new world order where tasks as basic as work, study, or entertainment require us to stare at a display for hours on end, it is the blue light that is perceived as the unexpected villain. However, the fact is, much of that has to do with the way our brains are 'programmed', to be more productive during the daytime while feeling sleepy at night. Now, the reason blue light is … [Read more...] about Do blue-light glasses really help?
Which is the Best E-ink Tablet for Students?
E-ink tablets are useful for students for note-taking and other college work. As it's created with an e-ink screen, students can find it less straining to the eyes and easier to focus for writing and reading purposes. While the benefits of e-ink tablets can be never-ending, the main question is, which is the best e-ink tablet for students, after all?Although the market has … [Read more...] about Which is the Best E-ink Tablet for Students?
AI is Shaking the Audiobook Industry. Should Human Narrators Be Worried?
In January 2023, Apple Books launched a catalog of AI-narrated audiobooks. Apple describes its “digital narration” feature as a way to make audiobooks more accessible by reducing the cost and complexity of producing them.Similarly, Google’s engineers created “Mary,” which is a generic female, “Archie” for British accent, “Santiago” for Spanish, and 40+ other AI narrators … [Read more...] about AI is Shaking the Audiobook Industry. Should Human Narrators Be Worried?
Do You Read Faster On An E-Reader Or A Physical Book?
Since the day I got my first e-reader, I’ve been reading more books faster. When I realized this, I decided to search on the web to see if other e-reader users also experience the same. If so, what makes people read faster and more with e-readers?First, we landed on a blog posted by Simone and Her Books. Simon, the owner of the blog, found herself in the same situation that … [Read more...] about Do You Read Faster On An E-Reader Or A Physical Book?
Upcoming Indigo Bookstore will sell beer and wine
Indigo Books and Music over the past decade has moved from just selling books to more of a lifestyle store. You can purchase American Dolls, candles, stationary, in addition to Kobo e-readers and tech products. A new store opening this fall in Toronto will offer an “edited selection of Indigo’s curated assortment of books,” with a heightened focus on in-store experiences and … [Read more...] about Upcoming Indigo Bookstore will sell beer and wine
Kodansha’s Shonen Magazine Edge to End Publication in October
Image credit: anmosugoi On August 17, Shonen Magazine Edge announced to cease its publication with the release of the magazine’s November issue, which will be released on October 10.Shonen Magazine Edge is a manga magazine by Kodansha, a Japanese publishing company, which aims to publish work related to diverse interested manga, including Closing Pandora, B no Shokutaku, … [Read more...] about Kodansha’s Shonen Magazine Edge to End Publication in October
Should You Stop Reading A Book If You’re Not Enjoying It?
Personally, I want to finish every book I start, even if it doesn't interest me. This is my psychology! I can't leave anything unfinished.But I think it's perfectly okay to stop reading a book that you don't enjoy. Forcing yourself to finish a story can leave you feeling frustrated, bored, and worst of all, you may lose your interest in reading.So, if you aren't … [Read more...] about Should You Stop Reading A Book If You’re Not Enjoying It?
Integrating anti-piracy education into school curricula to let students adopt better digital ethics
One of the biggest tragedies of online piracy is that it undermines the hard work, creativity, and livelihoods of content creators and industry professionals who invest their time and expertise in producing original and valuable digital content. While the practice is rampant across the world and almost among all age groups, it is quite painful to see young emerging minds … [Read more...] about Integrating anti-piracy education into school curricula to let students adopt better digital ethics
E Ink’s Color-Changing E-Paper: Innovating Products and Brands
In late 2022, BMW revealed its list of 200 extraordinary, groundbreaking inventions, and iX Flow – the color-changing car – was one of them. Featuring the E INK technology, the BMW iX Flow car allows drivers to change the vehicle’s appearance as per their aesthetic preferences and even functional requirements. Surprising, no?Recently, kitchen brand Kohler has launched smart … [Read more...] about E Ink’s Color-Changing E-Paper: Innovating Products and Brands
Flood of Fake AI Books Causing Mistrust
A few days ago we shared a story on what appeared to be a fake book being sold on Amazon called 'Fire and Fury: The Story of the 2023 Maui Fire and its Implications for Climate Change'. There were many red flags with this book, including it was somehow published on August 10th, only 2 days into the fires, and the author, "Dr. Miles Stones", doesn’t seem to be a real … [Read more...] about Flood of Fake AI Books Causing Mistrust
Kindle Scribe price hits a new low thanks to the latest discount
The Kindle Scribe is one of the largest and the best Kindle e-reader devices Amazon has come up with in recent times. It’s one of the most unique Kindle devices too, being the only one that comes with stylus support. All of this makes the Scribe one of the most desirable Kindle devices out there, more so if there is a discount available, as it is right now when the Scribe is … [Read more...] about Kindle Scribe price hits a new low thanks to the latest discount
Fable Social Reading App Moves Beyond Book Club
Image credit: prnewswire Fable, a social reading app, allows readers to join book clubs moderated by authors, celebrities, and TikTok influencers. Readers can leave comments and share information with other readers, much like social media platforms, directly in the app.Recently, the platform has launched its community powered "For You Feed” feature, which will provide … [Read more...] about Fable Social Reading App Moves Beyond Book Club
Google Keep finaly introduces text formatting support
In an eagerly anticipated move, Google is at last introducing a much-needed enhancement to its note-taking platform, Keep. As recently observed by Mishaal Rahman and reported by 9To5Google, Keep is gradually gaining the capability for text formatting within documents. The feature has been detected in version 5.23.322.05 of Google Keep.Those who have received the latest … [Read more...] about Google Keep finaly introduces text formatting support