Amazon has released a relatively minor but useful update for their line of Kindle ebook readers, which includes all the current models dating back to the 2nd generation Kindle Paperwhite model from 6 years ago. The new software version 5.11.2 adds some additional filtering options for the library, and it also includes the ever mysterious […]
New Kobo Software Update Adds Parental Controls
Kobo has started rolling out a new software update for their line of ebook readers that adds a couple of new features and fixes some bugs. Kobo has mostly been doing minor updates lately that aren’t worth talking about, but this update at least adds a couple of new features, including a new parental controls […]
7.8″ Nook Glowlight Plus Now Available for $199 (Video)
In case you missed it, Barnes and Noble quietly unveiled a new Nook Glowlight Plus last week with a 7.8-inch E Ink screen. It was only available in stores for the first couple days after it was released, and now it’s available to purchase online from B&N’s website for $199 with free shipping. The new […]
Kingrow K1 E Ink Smartphone Now Available to Pre-Order
Kingrow has launched a crowdfunding campaign for their new Kingrow K1 smartphone that we first saw last month. It’s available to pre-order on Indiegogo for $349, $299 for early orders. The device is expected to start shipping in August 2019. Unlike a typical smartphone that uses an LCD screen, the Kingrow K1 is a specialized […]
Kindles Now Support Traditional Chinese eBooks
Last week Amazon issued a press release announcing that they’ve added support for Traditional Chinese ebooks on Kindles and Kindle apps. They’ve added a Traditional Chinese language section to the Kindle store with over 20,000 titles available. The books are compatible with the Kindle iOS app and Kindle Android app, which includes Fire tablets, and […]
10 Free Kindle eBooks and Kindle Deals for Memorial Day Weekend
It’s time for another roundup of 10 free highly-rated Kindle ebooks, along with some Kindle-related deals for Memorial Day. Amazon still has Kindle Unlimited gift subscriptions on sale at up to 40% off, and they’ve also got a list of select New York Times Best Sellers on sale today only for one of the Deals […]
Boyue Likebook Mimas Review with Video Demo
Review Date: May 2019 – Review unit purchased from Amazon Overview The Likebook Mimas, model number T103D, is a 10.3-inch E Ink notepad and ereader from a company based in China called Boyue. The Likebook Mimas is very similar to the 7.8-inch Likebook Muses that I reviewed a couple months ago. The custom Android 6.0 […]
New 7.8″ Nook GlowLight Plus is Waterproof and Costs $199
Yesterday Barnes and Noble issued a mysterious press release about the upcoming release of a new 7.8-inch Nook Glowlight Plus. It’s getting released in stores on May 27th, and it will be available online from Barnes and Noble’s website starting May 29th. Apparently they aren’t going to bother listing the new Nook Glowlight Plus on […]