The Kindle is often considered the ultimate when it comes to e-book reading experience. The display is easily among the best you have in the segment. Response times too rank right up there among the best, which means you have the most complete e-reader package in the form of the Kindle. But what if you'd like to take your reading experience to the next level, like getting to … [Read more...] about Enjoy Hands-Free Kindle Reading With This Remote Turner
Vivlio Light HD Color With 6-inch Kaleido 3 Display to Launch in France Soon
The French brand Vivlio has come up with the details of its upcoming e-reader offering, the Vivlio Light HD Color. As the website Liseuses.net reported, the e-reader is going to be another option in the entry-level e-reader segment having a color display, the other option here being the Kobo Clara Colour. Much like its competitor, the Vivlio Light HD Color will come with a … [Read more...] about Vivlio Light HD Color With 6-inch Kaleido 3 Display to Launch in France Soon
New AI Platform Lumi to Let Anyone Create Comics or Manga
Creating comics and manga is going to be easier than ever thanks to a new AI platform Lumi that aims to transform ideas into stories, FastCompany reported. As founder and CEO Colin Kaepernick stated, Lumi will have the tool and other features that will let anyone with a basic idea to create comic books, graphic novels, or manga out of it. That includes developing the … [Read more...] about New AI Platform Lumi to Let Anyone Create Comics or Manga
Spotify Partners with Ingram to Add More Indie Titles to its Collection
Spotify has announced it has entered into a partnership with Ingram Content Group that will lead to more indie audiobook titles being available via the audiobook platform. This is expected to enhance Spotify's audiobook portfolio significantly considering that Ingram Content Group is considered one of the largest distributors for independent publishers and authors in the world. … [Read more...] about Spotify Partners with Ingram to Add More Indie Titles to its Collection
New Harry Potter Book Amid Controversy: ‘From the Wizarding Archive’
Harry Potter fans have a lot to look forward to this fall with the release of a new addition to the Wizarding World. J.K. Rowling’s beloved series began in the 1990s, has sold millions of copies and inspired eight movies (plus a spinoff series). The captivating story follows Harry Potter as he fights the evil Lord Voldemort. Although the series has been praised for … [Read more...] about New Harry Potter Book Amid Controversy: ‘From the Wizarding Archive’
Z Library Clone Site Leads to Biggest Data Theft Ever
Here is what is being considered the biggest exposure from digital piracy ever to be recorded in cyber history. The details of almost 10 million users have been exposed in the dark web which supersedes the previous biggest recorded data heist that affected 1.5 million users. Not only the scale of the data piracy is huge but what is also amazing is the manner the scrupulous … [Read more...] about Z Library Clone Site Leads to Biggest Data Theft Ever
Kobo might release a 10.3-inch Kaleido 3 Elipsa by the end of 2024
Kobo has released its first generation of colour e-readers a couple of months ago. They initially ordered one million units of the Clara Colour and Libra Colour. The upstream supply chain can easily handle two additional million units to meet potential customer demand. Customers seem to be embracing the 7-inch Kobo Libra Colour compared to the 6-inch Kobo Clara Colour. The … [Read more...] about Kobo might release a 10.3-inch Kaleido 3 Elipsa by the end of 2024
Google Introduces New Comics Hub in Japan Targeted at Manga Fans
Google recently launched the Comics hub in Japan which is tailored specifically for manga enthusiasts, TechCrunch reported. Placed prominently at the top and in between the "For You" and "Top Charts" sections, the new Comics hub caters to users in Japan. The section provides access to a rich array of manga and anime content. Besides, the section will also let users to explore … [Read more...] about Google Introduces New Comics Hub in Japan Targeted at Manga Fans
Amazon to Launch Conversational AI-Enabled Alexa Soon
Amazon is planning to launch a paid model of its Alexa smart AI voice assistant service, The Wall Street Journal reported. While the specifics are yet to be revealed, there already are reports of Amazon considering a $10 per month payment structure for what it claims to be a conversational GenAI service. Developed by a team led by Amazon Vice President Heather Zorn, the … [Read more...] about Amazon to Launch Conversational AI-Enabled Alexa Soon
Sharp EPC131 and EPC251 Advanced Colour e-Paper Display Launched in Canada
Sharp Electronics has launched its Sharp EPC131 and EPC251 Advanced Colour Display Series in Canada, the website wifihifi reported. The 13-inch and 25-inch sized e-paper displays are designed to be the perfect digital alternative to paper or LCD/ LED displays used as public signs. The Sharp e-paper display can replace the traditional signs. It can be best suited for application … [Read more...] about Sharp EPC131 and EPC251 Advanced Colour e-Paper Display Launched in Canada
Printed Books: Enduring Charm in a Digital Age
New technology doesn't always fully replace its predecessors. For example, while streaming services dominate, broadcast TV is expected to endure for decades. Similarly, despite the rise of ebooks, many still cherish printed books. Personally, I love ebooks, especially for travel or during busy workdays. Packing hundreds of books into one small device is incredibly … [Read more...] about Printed Books: Enduring Charm in a Digital Age
Japanese Startup Looking to Address Manga Piracy Using AI Tools
Japanese publishers face staggering losses of up to $5 billion annually due to manga piracy. As NHK World stated, it can take up to a month for a manga to be translated manually from Japanese to other international languages like English or Chinese. Pirates exploit this delay and rush unauthorized versions of the manga online, something that takes a direct hit on both the … [Read more...] about Japanese Startup Looking to Address Manga Piracy Using AI Tools
Amazon Kindle for iOS has a new Assistive Reader system
Amazon has just introduced a significant new feature on Kindle for iPhone. It is called Assistive Reader and is geared towards people with learning disabilities. Supported Kindle Books will have it read aloud with a generic AI voice, and each word will be highlighted as the text is read. This new feature dropped today with Amazon Kindle for iPhone, version 7.15. Assistive … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle for iOS has a new Assistive Reader system
Amazon Kindle has revised your reading lists
Amazon has released a new software update for the 10th and 11th Generation Kindle e-readers, including the Kindle Scribe. The 5.16.10.0.1 update primarily applies to the reading lists. Your Reading Lists is now Your Lists. Your Lists now show the books you saved from your Amazon lists. To find your samples, use the Samples filter in your Library. Amazon has also added … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle has revised your reading lists