E-Readers these days are really solid investments for people who like to voraciously read and want to have options. Amazon and Kobo have many different screen sizes and allow you to tap into massive digital ecosystems. Independent companies in Asia, Europe and North America offer giant 13.3 inch models that not only allow you to read ebooks, but also take notes and write on PDF … [Read more...] about What do you look for in an e-Reader?
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New Sunstech E-Reader Belongs in 2010
Sunstech released a new e-reader that uses a TFT epaper display that is straight out of 2010. One of the drawbacks of this technology is the screen flickers, whenever you turn the page of an ebook or access any of the menu features. TFT also results in a high consumption of energy. A full charge of the battery of will only result in a day or two of use. The Sunstech … [Read more...] about New Sunstech E-Reader Belongs in 2010
Is there a future for dual screen e-readers?
There have been no shortage of dual screen e-readers over the years. The Entourage Edge and Pocket Edge were the first models that become popular and over the years niche products emerged such as the GVIDO, which was aimed at musicians and the upcoming eOneBook which is geared towards manga. Are we going to see a future in which dual screen e-readers gain mainstream … [Read more...] about Is there a future for dual screen e-readers?
What is the Future of E-Readers and E-Ink?
E-Readers went mainstream with the advent of the original Amazon Kindle in 2007. There were a number of other companies that capitalized on the growing trend of bundling hardware with a digital bookstore, including Barnes and Noble, Kobo and Sony. Where will e-readers go in the next decade? Will we have 600 PPI screens like the new Japan Displays E-Paper or will color e-ink … [Read more...] about What is the Future of E-Readers and E-Ink?
These are the Main Benefits of Using an e-Reader
E-Readers have really taken off in the past ten years with the advent of the Amazon Kindle and entrants such as Barnes and Noble and Kobo. There are many benefits to reading on an e-ink screen, such as it being easy on the eyes and the screen is not subsettable from glare from the sun. Most e-readers these days have a front-lit screen, which allows you to read in the dark. … [Read more...] about These are the Main Benefits of Using an e-Reader
E-Reader Trends and Statistics for 2018
Over the course of the past four years the e-reader industry has been in a holding pattern and there has been little innovation. This all changed in 2017 when we saw advancements with frontlit displays and most new models have a new LED system that reduces blue-light exposure. Amazon also leveraged Audible and it is now possible to listen to audiobooks on the Kindle Oasis 1, … [Read more...] about E-Reader Trends and Statistics for 2018
ReMarkable e-Reader is going to ship on August 29th
The 10.3 inch ReMarkable ereader has been in development for many years and the company has announced that they will begin shipping 11,000 units to people who pre-ordered in on August 29th.This dedicated note taking device has garnered a tremendous amount of buzz, primarily due to their high-friction pen tip that has over 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity, but it costs … [Read more...] about ReMarkable e-Reader is going to ship on August 29th
How to Borrow eBooks from the Library on your Kindle and Fire Tablet
Overdrive has an exclusive agreement with Amazon to deliver ebooks in the Kindle format. If your local library does business with another provider, such as 3M or Baker & Taylor you are out of luck. Many people wonder what the process is like to borrow an Kindle ebook or download it to your Fire tablet. Kindle e-Reader The United States is the only market that allows … [Read more...] about How to Borrow eBooks from the Library on your Kindle and Fire Tablet
The Best Android e-Reader Apps of 2017
Android has a vast number of e-reading and e-book apps available, but there are so many to choose from. Where do you start? Good e-Reader tracks all of the emerging and new apps you need to know about. Some of them give you bite sized content on a daily basis to keep you entertained during short reading sessions, while others feature steamy romance or post apocalyptic … [Read more...] about The Best Android e-Reader Apps of 2017
US and UK Restrict E-Readers on Direct Air Flights from the Middle East
The United States has implemented a new policy that prevents you from taking your e-reader or tablet on direct flights from Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Morocco, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The United Kingdom has imposed a similar ban from Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon and Tunisia. Smartphones are allowed to be brought into the cabin to … [Read more...] about US and UK Restrict E-Readers on Direct Air Flights from the Middle East