Kobo has officially announced the upcoming release of a new entry-level ebook reader called the Kobo Nia that will be available starting July 21st. The Kobo Nia has a 6-inch E Ink Carta screen with a resolution of 1024 × 758 (212 ppi). It has a frontlight too, but unlike other Kobos, it does not […]
New Software Update Version 2.3.1 Released for Onyx eReaders
Onyx has released a new firmware update for their current lineup of Boox devices, including the Max3, the Note2, the Nova2 and the Poke2. Other models will get the update in a few weeks. The new 2.3.1 software update adds some new features and fixes a number of bugs. Among the changes is the ability […]
Bundle Deals on Onyx Boox eReaders and Notepads
Onyx recently added some bundle package deals for their lineup of Android-powered ebook readers and E Ink tablets on Amazon. The bundle packages vary but most come with a cover and a package of replacement stylus tips. Some add a screen protector and a stylus tether. Onyx’s Boox bundles can be found on their Amazon […]
Why Has Amazon Stopped Updating the Kindle Paperwhite 3?
Last week Amazon released another software update for Kindles, version 5.13.1, and once again the Kindle Paperwhite 3, which Amazon refers to as the Kindle Paperwhite 7th generation, was mysteriously left out. At this point it appears that Amazon has stopped updating the Kindle Paperwhite 3 altogether. They would most certainly update it if there […]
Kindles: Device Content Management Launched on MYCD Page
Over at Amazon there’s a Manage Your Content and Devices page that lists all your Kindle ebooks and Kindle devices, among other things, and I noticed some changes today while visiting the page. The first thing I noticed is there’s now a column that lists the number of devices that each books is downloaded to. […]
3 Different Kindle Homescreens – Which is Your Favorite?
One unique aspect with Kindle ebook readers is the fact that there are three different homescreen views to choose from (shown above), but most Kindle users probably stick with the default option because it’s not very obvious there are alternatives. One thing I’ve always disliked about Kindles is how everything is buried behind multiple levels […]
New Hisense Q5 Tablet with Eye-Friendly RLCD Display Now Available (Video)
Hisense recently released a new tablet called the Hisense Q5 with a different type of display technology that is meant to be easier on the eyes. Instead of a typical backlit LCD display, the Hisense Q5 has a reflective LCD display called RLCD. It has no lighting or color so it’s somewhat similar to E […]
Best Kindle Alternatives in 2020
Just because Kindles are the most popular dedicated reading devices doesn’t mean they are the best. It’s hard to argue with their overall set of features and the convenience of Amazon’s reading ecosystem, but there are alternatives to Kindles that are great for reading ebooks and other forms of digital content as well. Some people […]