Amazon has always used a heavily augmented version of Android for their tablets. They do this because it makes their products distinctive in the marketplace and locks people into the Amazon ecosystem. If you want to load in a vanilla version of Android on the Fire HDX tablet, you are in luck. A new tool has been released that unlocks the bootloader and gives advanced users more … [Read more...] about Bootloader Unlock Tool Now Available for Kindle Fire HDX
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Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 2014 Unboxing
The Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 2014 edition is the Seattle companies flagship large screen tablet, meant to carry the battle to Apple, Samsung and Sony. This device has amazing resolution and has been slimmed down and enhanced with a new version of Android. It also has better hardware under the hood, compared to the HDX 8.9 2013 version. Today, we do a proper unboxing video, … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 2014 Unboxing
Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7 vs Samsung 4 Nook
The Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7 and Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 Nook are two tablets that are exclusively geared towards reading. Today, we look at the core differences between the two devices to give you a sense on their overall capabilities. Amazon tends to use a heavily skinned version of Android called Mojito. You cannot really establish live wallpapers or setup widgets on your … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7 vs Samsung 4 Nook
Contest: Win an Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7
Welcome back to another Good e-Reader Contest where we orchestrate giveaways for all of the different review units we get! A few weeks ago we gave away a brand new Sony PRS-350 e-reader and today we have the latest generation tablet from Amazon, the Kindle Fire HDX 7. The Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7 features a seven inch capacitive multi-touch screen with a resolution of … [Read more...] about Contest: Win an Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7
Amazon Discounts Kindle Fire For Valentines Day
Love is in the air and for those who’d like to convey the feelings with something that is more tangible (read tablet devices), there are some nice lucrative deals for the Kindle Fire HDX to consider this Valentines Day. Discounts being offered range from just $15 for the 7 inch Kindle Fire HD to a massive $80 for the Kindle Fire HD 8.9. In between, the latest Kindle tablet … [Read more...] about Amazon Discounts Kindle Fire For Valentines Day
Amazon Sets Up Vending Machine to Sell Kindle Tablets And eReaders
Amazon has hit upon a novel method of selling its wares – read Kindle tablets and ereaders as wel as related accessories – via vending machines set up at strategic locations. Named Kindle Kiosks, this would perhaps make the first attempt to sell tablet and ereaders via vending machines in the US. Such vending machines are yet to be commonplace though a few were spotted at some … [Read more...] about Amazon Sets Up Vending Machine to Sell Kindle Tablets And eReaders
Video: Amazon Kindle HDX 8.9 vs Kobo Arc 10 HD
Amazon has had more success with building a strong tablet brand then Kobo. One of the big strengths of the Seattle based company is packaging their ecosystem and delivering a unique Android experience. Today, we look at the two latest entrants to both companies product portfolios and see how they perform in real world tests. The Kobo Arc 10 HD features a stunning 10-inch … [Read more...] about Video: Amazon Kindle HDX 8.9 vs Kobo Arc 10 HD
Amazon Launches Instant Online Video Service in Japan
Amazon has unveiled another of its popular services, Instant Video, in Japan as it attempts to match up to the local player Rakuten. On offer will be more than 26,000 films and TV shows that are either of foreign origin or sourced locally. Of these, about 15000 are in HD and are available for streaming or download on compatible devices. Movies or TV shows can be rented for 100 … [Read more...] about Amazon Launches Instant Online Video Service in Japan
Video: Kobo Arc 7 vs Apple iPad Mini
Welcome to another Good e-Reader Video Comparison! Today we take a look at the Apple iPad Mini and the brand new Kobo Arc 7. Many people purchase one of these devices to read digital magazines, newspapers, comic books and books. You can get a sense on some of the exclusive features some of the apps bring to the table. The iPad Mini features a 7.9 inch 1,024 x 768 IPS LCD … [Read more...] about Video: Kobo Arc 7 vs Apple iPad Mini
Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7 vs Amazon Kindle Fire HD 2013
Hey everyone, welcome to another Good e-Reader Video Comparison! Today we look at the two latest generation Amazon Kindle Tablets, the Fire HDX 7 and NEW Kindle Fire HD. We put these two devices head to head to see how video, audio, eBooks, magazines, newspapers and comic books look. If you are thinking of upgrading to, or buying one for the first time and torn between what to … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7 vs Amazon Kindle Fire HD 2013
Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7 Review
The latest generation Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7 has just been released and packs quite the punch with its new hardware and software. All of the internals have seen a massive upgrade and the new Mojito software takes Android to a new level. How does this tablet compare to prior Fire offerings and is it a viable investment with so many new devices coming … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7 Review
Kobo Arc 7 HD and Arc 10 HD Set For US Launch Soon After Clearing FCC
Kobo is ready to enter neighboring United States with its Kobo Arc 7 HD and Kobo Arc 10 HD tablet devices soon after the company launched the devices in India. A formal launch isn’t too far off, as evidenced by the tablet’s appearance on the FCC site. However, FCC documents have always been short on useful information; instead, the bits and pieces of FCC data have banked … [Read more...] about Kobo Arc 7 HD and Arc 10 HD Set For US Launch Soon After Clearing FCC
Amazon Kindle 7 HDX Now Shipping to USA Customers – Canadian Pre-Orders Now Available
The Amazon Kindle HDX 7 inch tablet is now shipping out to customers to the USA. This is the latest generation offering that is a significant upgrade to the entire product line of Kindle Fire tablets issued last year. The 7 inch HDX has a resolution of 1920×1200 at 323 PPI. Amazon is hyping up reduced glare, dynamic image contrast, and improved brightness for better viewing … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle 7 HDX Now Shipping to USA Customers – Canadian Pre-Orders Now Available