Boox is reported to be working on a new 8-inch E Ink tablet for launch on August 16, ITHome reported. BOOX Tab8, as the upcoming E Ink tablet is named is also being referred to as the 'Quick swipe reading tablet' and will come with several innovations. That includes a fast refresh rate and fast response times, both of which aims to reverse the biggest anomalies of E Ink … [Read more...] about New 8-inch E Ink tablet, Boox Tab 8 set for launch on August 16
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Why Amazon Kindle is abandoning China?
Amazon announced in June it will be exiting China. The company didn't offer any reasons as such for the move though it shouldn't be hard to guess what might have gone wrong. Amazon had earlier stated China happens to be a crucial market for its business given the sheer size of it as well as the growing trends among the population to adopt digital forms of reading. All of this … [Read more...] about Why Amazon Kindle is abandoning China?
Why a tablet can never replace an e-reader
The tablet vs e-reader debate will linger for perhaps as long as they both exist. This is in spite of the fact that each exists in its own realm which is vastly different from that of the other. Maybe it is the form factor but beyond that, it is almost chalk and cheese. Here are reasons why you should never opt for a tablet or otherwise depending on what your priorities … [Read more...] about Why a tablet can never replace an e-reader
Rockchip announces three new processors designed for e-readers
Rockchip has announced the launch of a trio of new processors that it said is ideally suited to power future e-reader devices. The range starts with the RKNanoD which is aimed at entry-level devices. Next up is the PX30 for mid-range applications while the RK3566 chipset is designed for high-end e-reader devices. Elaborating further, the new Rockchip RK3566 is designed to … [Read more...] about Rockchip announces three new processors designed for e-readers
E Ink expands capacity to meet rising demand, reports jump in profit
E Ink Holdings Inc announced it is expanding its production capacity to match rising demands for E Ink displays from around the world. As Taipei Times reported, there has been a spurt in demand for E Ink displays led not only by increasing demand for the traditional e-readers but also the e-note devices and Electronic Shelf Labels. As it is, the pandemic had led many to take … [Read more...] about E Ink expands capacity to meet rising demand, reports jump in profit
Should Apple launch an e-reader?
Media consumption is one of the many things that you would buy an iPad for. Apple too offers an excellent app in the form of Apple Books for that. The app keeps things simple yet elegant. Be it reading e-books or listening to audiobooks, the Apple Books app suffices for all your requirements and won't require installing different apps for the same. In fact, so well organized … [Read more...] about Should Apple launch an e-reader?
Does your e-reader need a screen protector?
At this point in time, there are a pleasing amount of e-readers out in the wild. While we witness the advent of exciting new E Ink technologies such as color e-paper displays, there's a question that begs to be answered. Before jumping right in, let me give you a little background as to how I arrived at this topic. As a technology writer and gadget nerd, I am a huge fan of … [Read more...] about Does your e-reader need a screen protector?
Hisense announces new E Ink smartphone for launch on May 11
HiSense announced it will host an event on May 11 to launch a new E Ink smartphone, Gamingsym reported. The company made the announcement on April 23 widely celebrated as World Book Day. Such a device will serve as a really portable e-reader device that can be carried comfortably in the pocket. Users will be able to catch up with their reading just about anywhere, be it while … [Read more...] about Hisense announces new E Ink smartphone for launch on May 11
iReader launches the Ocean 2 e-reader and Smart 3 e-note devices
As was being speculated, iReader has launched the Ocean 2 e-reader and the Smart 3 e-note device at a launch event held tonight. Both the devices come across as upgrades over their predecessors and offer updated specs and features. Ocean 2 E-Reader The Ocean 2 comes with a 7-inch E ink Carta 1200 display having a resolution of 300 ppi. It supports 16 levels of grayscale that … [Read more...] about iReader launches the Ocean 2 e-reader and Smart 3 e-note devices
iReader may launch an e-note and an e-reader device on April 21
With just days left for iReader to launch new e-reader devices on April 21, the company now has dropped some hints on what to expect during the launch event. According to images available with ITHouse, there are going to be at least two e-reader models set for launch on April 21. The two models are going to be in black and white shades though that's not the only difference … [Read more...] about iReader may launch an e-note and an e-reader device on April 21