Amazon shutting down all of its Quebec warehouses isn’t just about job losses—it’s also a big deal for book lovers, especially those who read in French. Amazon has been a major distributor of books in Quebec and things are about to changeand with its departure. What Happens to French Books Now? Many Quebecers rely on Amazon for quick access to books- particularly … [Read more...] about How will Amazon’s Quebec Exit affect Books and E-Readers?
Latest Scribe AI features are rolling out to users in the UK, Canada, and Australia
The Kindle Scribe might not be selling well, and Amazon is trying to remedy that by letting me know that the AI features found on the 2024 Kindle Scribe at launch were only available in the United States. The latest firmware with AI features is now rolling out to users in the UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia. These features are also now available on the 2022 Kindle Scribe … [Read more...] about Latest Scribe AI features are rolling out to users in the UK, Canada, and Australia
English Version of the Pomera DM250 is on sale soon
The Pomera 250 has been a popular digital typewriter for several years. It has been a Japanese import, and although the UI was in English, most of the keys were still in Japanese. This is all going to change. The company that makes the hardware will sell it to North American customers on February 18th and will cost around $469.99 Pomera has been making these kinds of digital … [Read more...] about English Version of the Pomera DM250 is on sale soon
Introducing Ink Console – The Hybrid e-Reader That Also Doubles as a Game Console
Here is an e-reader device that can also double up as a retro game console. No matter how weird that might sound though such a device is indeed in the making. The basic idea behind such a device is to let users play games while also catching up on some serious reading as well. For this, Ink Console, as the device is named, comes with a 7.5-inch e-paper display with 800 x 480 … [Read more...] about Introducing Ink Console – The Hybrid e-Reader That Also Doubles as a Game Console
Will Amazon Discontinue the Kindle Scribe?
The Amazon Kindle Scribe was launched in 2022 and was released to compete against the Remarkable, Supernote, Onyx Boox, Bigme, and other dedicated e-notebooks. Amazon has had an uphill battle, since their competition had a five-year head start. The Scribes software was never powerful, although a flurry of firmware updates made it somewhat viable. In 2024, Amazon released a … [Read more...] about Will Amazon Discontinue the Kindle Scribe?
The Gloves Are Off: Amazon’s Quebec Layoffs Spark Backlash
Amazon’s recent decision to shut down all seven of its Quebec warehouses, laying off more than 1,900 workers, is more than just another round of corporate restructuring—it’s a flashpoint in the ongoing battle between multinational corporations and labor unions. The Confédération des syndicats nationaux (CSN), representing the affected workers, has wasted no time launching legal … [Read more...] about The Gloves Are Off: Amazon’s Quebec Layoffs Spark Backlash
Cyberpunk, Fantasy, and Dystopia: Books That Inspired Iconic Games
Video games and literature have long shared a symbiotic relationship. Many of the most celebrated games owe their immersive worlds, intricate narratives, and philosophical undertones to books that came before them. Whether it's the neon-lit streets of cyberpunk dystopias, the sweeping landscapes of fantasy realms, or the oppressive atmospheres of post-apocalyptic futures, … [Read more...] about Cyberpunk, Fantasy, and Dystopia: Books That Inspired Iconic Games
Amazon is not to be trusted anymore with their Kindle e-reader
Amazon has a long and storied history of discontinuing services that people use. Last October, the company announced that in February 2025, they were shuttering Kindle Vella, their serialized stories platform. Last year the company killed off Kindle Flash Cards Now, Amazon has announced they are killing off USB File Transfers for all Kindle Books. Amazon is pulling a Google, … [Read more...] about Amazon is not to be trusted anymore with their Kindle e-reader
PhotoTag Trackers With Integrated Color E Ink Display Now on Kickstarter
Here is a small tag with an integrated E Ink display which you can use to keep a tab on your belongings. While there might not be any dearth of trackers - there are the likes of Apple AirTag, Samsung SmartTag, Tile, or those from Chipolo - here is one that is different from the rest in that it comes with a built-in e-paper display. You can use the same to show some nifty images … [Read more...] about PhotoTag Trackers With Integrated Color E Ink Display Now on Kickstarter
TCL Showcases New E Ink Signage and Poster at ISE 2025
TCL came up with some innovative E-Ink-based display solutions at the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025 event held recently in Barcelona, Spain. The company showcased a pair of displays which includes the Electronic Paper Signage which comes in 31.5-inch and 25.3-inch dimensions and an Electronic Paper Photo Frame which offers a 13.3-inch e-paper display. Both display … [Read more...] about TCL Showcases New E Ink Signage and Poster at ISE 2025