Ever since Amazon released the 5.13.7 software update for Kindle ereaders where they suddenly changed the user interface and removed some useful features, a bunch of people have asked if it’s possible to downgrade their Kindle’s software to an earlier version before Amazon started messing with things. Unfortunately, it’s not possible to downgrade the software […]
Big Discounts on Kobo eReaders
It’s time for another round of sales on Kobo’s ebook readers, and this time prices up to $80 off at Walmart. The Kobo Elipsa pack is marked down to $319. It includes the Kobo Elipsa with a 10.3-inch screen, along with a case and a Kobo stylus. That’s a heck of a good deal for […]
Do You Miss the Old Kindle User Interface?
There’s a picture at Best Buy that shows the new Kindle Paperwhite with the old user interface that still has the back button on the top menu bar, and that got me thinking how much I miss the back button on the old user interface. About five months ago Amazon released a software update for […]
Review: Wireless Charging Dock for Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
One of the key features that separates the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition from the regular Kindle Paperwhite is the fact that it supports wireless charging. You can use typical Qi wireless chargers with the Kindle Paperwhite—you can usually find them for under $15. Amazon also sells a Wireless Charging Dock for $29.99 that’s made specifically […]
10 Free Kindle eBooks and Amazon Credit Offers
It’s time for another roundup of 10 free highly-rated Kindle ebooks to help get the weekend off to a good start. Amazon also has a couple of offers where you can earn credits for reading/buying Kindle ebooks. It’s one of those things where the offers vary by account so not everyone gets the same deals, […]
Kobo Software Update 4.31 Released, Adds Sideloaded Mode
It’s time for another round of software updates for Kobo ereaders, and pretty much all Kobo models are included. The new firmware version is 4.31.19086. For the most part it seems to be a fairly minor update that expands on language support, but apparently it fixes some bugs too and it’s supposed to improve battery […]
How’s Battery Life on Your Kindle Paperwhite 5?
One of the changes with the new 6.8″ Kindle Paperwhite that Amazon released in 2021 is improved battery life compared to previous models. Amazon claims the new Kindle Paperwhite’s battery can last up to 10 weeks on a single charge, based on reading for 30 minutes a day with wireless turned off and the frontlight […]
New Nook Glowlight 4 On Sale for $129
Barnes and Noble released a new 6-inch ebook reader in December called the Nook Glowlight 4, and it’s currently on sale for $129.99 with free shipping. That’s $20 off the regular price so it’s not a great deal, but Barnes and Noble members can get an additional 10% off. They had it on sale for […]