Some Kindle customers have started receiving emails from Amazon about a software update to keep their Kindle working properly with Kindle Services. It’s unclear exactly which models require an update. According to this post on Amazon’s customer forum, some updates have the same number as before but they’ve changed nonetheless. Some models like the Kindle […]
How to Transfer eBooks and Documents to Kindles from Tablets and Phones
When it comes to sideloading ebooks and documents to a Kindle from a tablet or a phone, you can’t easily transfer content by connecting a USB cable like when using a desktop computer or laptop. It’s just as easy to transfer ebooks and documents to a Kindle from a tablet or a phone, but it […]
A Closer Look at Hisense A5 E Ink Smartphone (Video)
A couple of weeks ago we got the first look at a new upcoming smartphone from Hisense with an E Ink screen called the Hisense A5, along with a new dual-screen A6L model. Now there’s another YouTube video with a closer look at the Hisense A5, although it’s not in English. It was posted by […]
Kindle Oasis Battery Life is Excellent and Terrible at the Same Time
When I reviewed the Kindle Oasis 3 in early August, I talked about how I wanted to do an in-depth battery life test. The Kindle Oasis has gotten a reputation for having poor battery life. Read the reviews at Amazon and you’ll find plenty of complaints. But poor battery life can be attributed to the […]
Nook Glowlight 3 on Sale Again for $99, Covers on Sale Too
At the end of last month Barnes and Noble had the Nook Glowlight 3 on sale for $95.99, and now as we head into the final week of September, the Glowlight 3 is on sale once again. This time B&N is selling the Nook Glowlight 3 for $99.00 with free shipping, so not quite as […]
Kindle Oasis 2 Refurbs Now on Clearance for $139
Amazon’s Prime exclusive Kindle sale that has been active for the past week has ended, but now they’ve started another new deal on the previous generation Kindle Oasis, and unlike the last sale a Prime membership is not required. The 8GB Kindle Oasis is now marked down to $139 and the 32GB version is $169. […]
Amazon Covers for Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite On Sale
Amazon has their official Kindle covers on sale for the new 2019 entry-level Kindle and the Kindle Paperwhite 4, both 10th generation models. The sale takes $5-$8 off the regular prices so it’s not the greatest deal but it’s better than nothing, especially considering Amazon doesn’t put Kindle covers on sale very often. Unlike the […]
Don’t Forget About Free 3 Months of Kindle Unlimited with New Kindle Purchases
When buying a new Kindle from Amazon in the US, you have the option to get a free 3 month trial to Kindle Unlimited, Amazon’s ebook subscription service that includes a collection of ebooks, audiobooks, and other digital content. After buying a new Kindle from Amazon, there are a couple of things you need to […]