How about a Kindle e-reader glowing in full e-ink glory? Well, that seems to be the way the next Kindle might function. The new Kindle using front lite glow might strike a blow to all of the screen lights and aftermarket book lights. It is thought to have a blue white glow that the front lit displays that will be easy on the eyes and be a firm departure from LCD which burn your … [Read more...] about Next Kindle Might Include Front Lit E-Ink Display
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Rumor: Windows 8 Coming in Oct, Maybe on e-Readers as Well
The best we knew of the Windows 8 operating system's arrival in the world computing scene is that it would be towards the end of this year. However, we are excited to report some good news; not only do we know a clearer time frame of its arrival, but it's also going to be much earlier than previous estimates. The Windows 8 OS is expected to be ready for a market debut this … [Read more...] about Rumor: Windows 8 Coming in Oct, Maybe on e-Readers as Well
iPad Holds More Value Than the Kindle
Apple and Amazon are the two biggest players in the tablet and e-book reader segment respectively, though it's the iPad that might just have edged past the Kindle as far as the product's age and resale worth is concerned. A recent research report suggests that the iPad has more value then Kindle products. So what type of value do these devices hold? The Apple iPad will lose … [Read more...] about iPad Holds More Value Than the Kindle
Roundup of Black Friday 2011 Deals on e-Readers
Buying an e-book reader or a tablet (or for that matter, any other gadget) on Black Friday can be rewarding, though if you haven't done your research you could miss out on some great deals. Presented here is a compilation of some the best deals you can have on two of the biggest selling e-readers currently available. Black Friday deals on the Amazon Kindle Think of … [Read more...] about Roundup of Black Friday 2011 Deals on e-Readers
E Ink Revenue Shows Strong Positive Growth in September
E Ink Holdings' revenue has gone up thanks to an increase in shipments to Amazon. The world at large might still be reeling under the influence of a prolonged recession, though not every one is complaining. E-book reader sales continue to show positive growth and is poised for an even bigger jump during the coming holiday season. A number of players in this segment have come up … [Read more...] about E Ink Revenue Shows Strong Positive Growth in September
India’s $35 Tablet “Aakash” Unveiled
The Tata Nano equivalent of a tablet that surprised everyone with its super cheap price tag of just $35 is now finally here. Named Aakash Low Cost Access Device (LCAD), or just Aakash (and not Sakshat as was previously known), the tablet finally got to see the light of the day after a few controversies earlier in its life cycle had led many to doubt if the tablet will ever … [Read more...] about India’s $35 Tablet “Aakash” Unveiled
E Ink Claims e-Book Reader Market Will Increase in 2011
No matter how much noise tablet PCs might be making, e-readers are here to stay if Taiwan based E Ink Holding or EIH is to be believed. In fact, the company believes e-ink based e-readers will continue to flourish in 2011 with shipment volumes expected to reach 25 to 30 million units. However, the actual picture from the industry paints a different picture as market leader … [Read more...] about E Ink Claims e-Book Reader Market Will Increase in 2011
E-Paper Sales Rise in Taiwan
If statistics brought forth by Photonics Industry and Technology Development Association (or just PIDA) are to be believed, e-books sales are on the rise. This is perhaps the clearest signal so far of e-books gaining on consumer preference. In numeric terms, this transforms to NT$13.2 billion (US$444.67 million) in first half, earning of Taiwan's e-paper industry in 2011. This … [Read more...] about E-Paper Sales Rise in Taiwan
Apple Along with Top 5 US Publishers Accused of e-Book Price Collusion
Clearly, its the highest paid lawyers that are more in demand among the top technology firms worldwide. So with the everyone-suing-everyone scenario currently being played out, the latest is against the biggest proponent of court proceedings right now. It's Apple along with a slew of publishers that are being sued by a Washington based law firm on the grounds of price … [Read more...] about Apple Along with Top 5 US Publishers Accused of e-Book Price Collusion