The Amazon Prime Day sales event might be just around the corner in Canada, but the fun seems to have started early. Several Kindle devices are already available at discounted rates. For instance, the Kindle Paperwhite is currently priced at $120, down from its usual rate of $160. The base Kindle Scribe with 16 GB of storage is selling for $335 which otherwise sells for $430. … [Read more...] about Kindle Paperwhite, Kindle Scribe discounted in Canada before Big Deal Day
Master Dark Fiction With Wattpad’s Into the Dark Toolkit
As the eerie Halloween season looms around, Wattpad emphasizes dark fiction that sends spine-tingling vibes to readers. Exclusively for Wattpad creators, the Into the Dark toolkit helps creative writers craft stories around horror fiction. The toolkit includes many useful resources, tips, and reading recommendations to inspire writers' upcoming dark tales.Some of the … [Read more...] about Master Dark Fiction With Wattpad’s Into the Dark Toolkit
Graphic Novels Vs. Comics
Are graphic novels and comic books the same? They might sound similar, thanks to their illustration-based storytelling format. But their length and the way they represent stories is much different from each other.A graphic novel is a novel that tells a complete, long story using illustrations. It contains a beginning, middle, and end, making these books longer and more … [Read more...] about Graphic Novels Vs. Comics
New Launch! Toonsutra: Another Big Library of Comic & Webtoon App
Webtoon platforms have become an explosive phenomenon across the world. The industry is projected to grow globally to over US$60 billion by 2030. So, capitalizing on the opportunity, a Bengaluru-based startup in India has launched Toonsutra, which claims to be the biggest library of global and Indian webtoon content and creators to millions of Indian entertainment fans. The … [Read more...] about New Launch! Toonsutra: Another Big Library of Comic & Webtoon App
Report suggests Apple Pencil 3 will feature detachable magnetic tips
According to information shared by the leaker @Majin Bu, the upcoming third generation of the Apple Pencil from Apple is expected to come equipped with a range of new technologies, including interchangeable pen tips. This feature is designed to simulate various drawing styles, making it suitable for different artistic scenarios.Unfortunately, @Majin Bu did not … [Read more...] about Report suggests Apple Pencil 3 will feature detachable magnetic tips
ESL trial showing sustainability lead to 25% surge in sales in UK store
In a groundbreaking trial conducted at Kavanagh’s Budgens Belsize Park in London, the integration of electronic shelf-edge labels (ESL) showcasing product sustainability attributes has yielded remarkable results, with the store reporting a notable 25 percent increase in sales. As TheGrocer reported, this initiative, a collaboration between ESL manufacturer SES-imagotag and … [Read more...] about ESL trial showing sustainability lead to 25% surge in sales in UK store
Kindle Scribe and Kindle Kids on sale, open to non-Prime members as well
Amazon has another sale going on its Kindle range which includes the Kindle Scribe and the Kindle Kids versions. Interestingly, the sale is being held when it is just days left for the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days which gets underway on October 10. Also, the last time there was a sale on these devices, it was only the Prime members who had access to the special prices. This time, … [Read more...] about Kindle Scribe and Kindle Kids on sale, open to non-Prime members as well
First Look at the Meebook M7 e-reader
The Meebook M7 e-reader is a pleasant surprise, the companies previous generation hardware and software experience was slow and sluggish, but this model is tremendous. It has everything you would want on an e-reader that doesn't lock you into a specific ecosystem. There is an SD card, speakers, page-turn buttons, Google Play and Google Play Services and razor sharp fonts when … [Read more...] about First Look at the Meebook M7 e-reader
Huawei MatePad PaperMatte Edition offers e-paper-like color display
Many people think that e-paper displays are the only way to save your eyes from getting burnt out? Enter a new display tech that promises to offer the best of both worlds as exemplified by the likes of the Huawei MatePad PaperMatte Edition. Unlike devices such as the Kindle Scribe or the Kobo Elipsa 2e, there isn’t an E Ink display as such on the Huawei tablet though you still … [Read more...] about Huawei MatePad PaperMatte Edition offers e-paper-like color display
First Look at the Bigme Read e-reader
Bigme is a brand that almost exclusively develops digital paper or e-note products. The vast majority of their products either have pure black and white screens and a fair number of them are using Kaleido 3 color e-paper displays. The only device missing from their portfolio is a pure e-reader, that reads digital content and can listen to audiobooks. Their first black and white … [Read more...] about First Look at the Bigme Read e-reader
Papercast introduces new battery-powered e-paper displays with 3+ Years of battery life
Papercast has unveiled its latest breakthrough in energy-efficient technology with the launch of two innovative products: the 13-inch battery-powered flag and compact displays. Driven by customer demand in various transit markets, these displays aim to redefine industry standards by delivering exceptional power efficiency and unparalleled performance. Specifically designed to … [Read more...] about Papercast introduces new battery-powered e-paper displays with 3+ Years of battery life
How background featuring books enhances trustworthiness on Zoom
In the realm of virtual meetings, the background you choose for your Zoom calls may have more impact than you think. According to a study conducted by Paddy Ross and his team at Durham University in the UK, individuals create a better first impression when their Zoom background features books or plants rather than a conventional living room, NewScientist reported.Ross and … [Read more...] about How background featuring books enhances trustworthiness on Zoom
Boston Public Library expands access to digital collection amidst rising calls for book bans
As libraries nationwide grapple with increasing pressures to remove certain books from their shelves, the Boston Public Library (BPL) is taking a bold stand by extending its digital collection to teenagers and young adults across the United States. As BostonGlobe reported, the library recently announced its participation in the “Books Unbanned” initiative, initiated in 2022 by … [Read more...] about Boston Public Library expands access to digital collection amidst rising calls for book bans