The Kobo Aura One was the first ebook reader to have a 7.8-inch 300 ppi E Ink screen, and it was also the first to have the option to use a warm frontlight. After Kobo released it most other ereader companies started copying the warm frontlight feature and several new ebook readers were released with […]
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Video Showing New Onyx Boox Features with 2.1.2 Firmware
Charbax recently uploaded a YouTube video with an Onyx rep about Onyx’s reading and notetaking devices, with some insights on the direction of Onyx as a company. It’s a long-winded video but they show some of the newer features that were added with the last 2.1.2 software update, including some of the different syncing options. […]
Kindle Paperwhite 4 Now Available in Twilight Blue
Amazon has added a new color option to the Kindle Paperwhite, and the color is fitting considering the device is waterproof. When purchasing a new Kindle Paperwhite, you now have the choice between black and twilight blue. This makes the Kindle Paperwhite 4 the first blue Kindle, and it’s available with 8GB or 32GB of […]
What’s the Best Placement for Page Buttons on eReaders?
If you follow this blog regularly, you know that I’m a big fan of having dedicated page-turn buttons on E Ink ebook readers. I find it much more convenient to rest a thumb on a button to press down instead of having to reach to swipe the screen every 30 seconds and readjust grip. Lots […]
Best eBook Readers for Those New to eReading
For those considering buying a dedicated E Ink ebook reader for the first time for themselves or someone else, here are a few things to consider. First off, if you’re new to reading ebooks and you aren’t sure about making the transition, it makes sense to avoid spending a lot of money on your first […]
Best 8″ E Ink eBook Readers in 2019
Here’s a list of the top ebook readers available right now with 7.8-inch and 8-inch E Ink screens. The Kobo Aura One was the first ebook reader to come with a 7.8-inch E Ink screen, and now there are several options in the 7.8-inch screen size category. When it comes to dedicated reading devices, ~8″ […]
List of eBook Readers with Page Turn Buttons
I’ve always been a big fan of having dedicated page-turn buttons on ebook readers, having the tactile feel of a button under the thumb. I find it easier to rest a thumb in one spot and being able to lightly press down to page forward than having to swipe a finger or thumb across the […]
New 10.3″ Likebook Alita Getting Released Soon (Videos)
Likebook is getting set to release a new 10.3-inch Android-powered ebook reader and digital notepad called the Likebook Alita. The design looks strikingly similar to the Onyx Boox Note Pro. Their shameless copying of Onyx is starting to get kind of creepy. Half their software features were taken from Onyx’s software and now their hardware […]