Last week Kobo started rolling out a new firmware update for their line of ebook readers. The new software version is 4.5.9587. The update applies to older models too, not just newer ones. You can find a list of changes and download links at MobileRead. The Kobo Firmware Downloader is another place to find downloads […]
Sony DPT-RP1 Hacked to Run Android Apps (Video)
Some people are frustrated by how basic and locked down the software is on the new 13.3-inch Sony DPT-RP1. It can’t connect to the internet to download files or browse the web, it doesn’t support ebook formats or display mirroring, you can only transfer files using an app on a Mac or Windows computer, among […]
50 Tips & Tricks for Amazon Fire Tablets – 2017 Edition
A few years ago I posted a tips and tricks guide for Fire HD and HDX tablets, but a lot has changed since then, especially since Amazon upgraded to Fire OS 5, so I’ve gone through and updated the list to apply to the new 7th generation Fire HD 8 and 7-inch Fire tablets for […]
Free Microsoft eBooks, Lots of Tech Books and Reference Guides
One of Microsoft’s employees, Eric Ligman, has posted a list of hundreds of free ebooks and PDFs over on the Microsoft blog that are available to everyone that wants to download them. The free ebook giveaway is a yearly event but this is the first time that I’ve encountered it. There are lots of reference […]
Kindle Paperwhite 3 Deal for $99 with Case and Kindle Unlimited
Yesterday I posted about a sale on the Kindle Paperwhite 2 at Woot (3G models are still available for $65), and now today QVC has a deal on the current Kindle Paperwhite. They’ve got the Paperwhite 3 marked down to $99 with free shipping, and it comes with a Caseable photo case and a voucher […]
Woot Deals: $49 Kindle Paperwhite 2, $25 Fire HD 6 and More
Woot has some previous generation Kindles and Fire tablets on sale again. Like usual they’re labeled as refurbished, not new. They’ve got the Kindle Paperwhite 2 available for $49, but it’s almost gone already so it probably won’t last much longer. They’ve also got the 3G Kindle Paperwhite 2 for $65. That’s a really low […]
Alternate Protective Cases for Kindle Oasis – USB DVD Cases
A reader recently sent in a tip (thanks, ABCruz!) about an alternative option for Kindle Oasis cases—USB DVD protective sleeves. It turns out there aren’t many options when it comes to protective cases for the Kindle Oasis. Obviously it comes with its own unique charging cover, but it doesn’t provide very much protection, especially since […]
9.7-inch Onyx Boox N96 Carta Half the Price of 13.3-inch eReaders
Having just reviewed the new 13.3-inch Sony DPT-RP1, it has really made me appreciate larger E Ink screens. They are a joy to read on and are much better for reading PDFs and other larger-form content than a typical 6-inch ereader. However, 13.3-inch E Ink screens are still relatively new and are very expensive. The […]