A couple weeks ago Amazon released software version 5.19.3 for Kindles that must’ve had some serious problems because they removed the update from their website after just 2 days, but now they have a new update out that hopefully fixes whatever issues the last update created. The new software version is 5.19.3.0.1, and it’s available […]
4.3″ Xteink X4 Mini eReader Now Available on Amazon for $69
If you’re looking for a mini pocket-sized ereader for reading on the go this summer, the Xteink X4 is now available to purchase on Amazon for $69 with free shipping. It’s available in “space black” and “frost white”. The Xteink X4 is a basic ereader with a 4.3″ E Ink screen with 220ppi. It doesn’t […]
How to Open the Full Dictionary on Kindles with Newer Software
Ever since the 5.18.6 software update from last November, Kindles no longer have the option to open the full dictionary as a book when looking up words like they’ve been able to do for as long as I can remember. You can still lookup words while reading, but the dictionary feature is now limited to […]
Kindle Unlimited Deal is Back – 2 Months for $0.99
If you’ve been waiting for a deal on Kindle Unlimited, you might want to check the main Kindle Unlimited landing page at Amazon US to see if your account is eligible for any special offers. I’m currently seeing a 2 months for $0.99 deal, but these types of deals tend to vary on an account […]
New Problem Preventing Purchasing eBooks on Kobo eReaders
There’s a notice on Kobo’s support website about a new issue that’s causing problems for some folks when trying to buy ebooks using the built-in store on Kobo eReaders. Apparently the issue is caused by something called 3D Secure (3DS), which is used to validate payments in Europe and the UK. Sometimes the process doesn’t […]
Bookshop.org Toying with the Idea of Releasing an eReader
I saw a post on MobileRead last week about a survey from Bookshop.org regarding the release of a hypothetical ereader. The screenshot (posted above) makes it seem like a real device, but it’s entirely “hypothetical” at this point. But it shows that Bookshop.org is seriously toying with the idea of releasing their own dedicated reading […]
Software Update for Kobo Libra 2 Improves Kobo Remote Stability
Kobo recently issued a firmware update for the Kobo Libra 2 that reportedly improves the stability of the Bluetooth connection when using the Kobo Remote. The new software version is 4.38.23648, and so far it’s only available for the Kobo Libra 2 specifically, although it sounds like Kobo is expected to release it for their […]
Kindle Software Update 5.19.3 Released with Improved PDF Support
Amazon has released another software update for Kindles; hopefully this one goes better than the last disaster of an update that introduced several new bugs. This latest update is version 5.19.3, and it’s available for all versions of the Kindle Scribe, along with the Kindle Colorsoft, the 12th gen Kindle Paperwhite, and the 2024 11th […]