US

 

Amazon Working on a New Kindle With Note Taking Functionality

Good eReader

By Michael Kozlowski

May 14, 2022

Good e-Reader disclosed a couple of months ago that Amazon was developing a new Kindle e-reader with note taking functionality. It looks like this will be a reality sometime in 2022 and they will finally develop a large screen Kindle that comes with a stylus and users will be able to freehand draw, take notes and edit PDF files. The company recently conducted a survey with a number of hardcore Kindle users and they have settled in two names for the upcoming device. They were Kindle Passage and Kindle Scribe. I think Kindle Scribe is the better name and is easily recognizable for what it would do, it also would be easily trademarked … They also have a highlight system for their E INK devices, which is less intuitive.

 

Should Apple Launch an eReader?

Good eReader

By Sovan Mandal

May 14, 2022

Media consumption is one of the many things that you would buy an iPad for. Apple too offers an excellent app in the form of Apple Books for that. The app keeps things simple yet elegant. Be it reading e-books or listening to audiobooks, the Apple Books app suffices for all your requirements and won’t require installing different apps for the same … What that means is there is light that is incident on your eyes no matter what software or hardware wizardry comes into play. This again is a less desirable scenario if you are concerned with your eye health. E-Paper solutions such as E Ink displays offer the best possible solution when it comes to offering a glare-free reading experience. You will have the least eye fatigue even when reading for long hours and this is the reason most e-reader devices sport E Ink displays.

 

Hisense’s Next Smartphone Is Almost a Kindle

Review Geek

By Suzanne Humphries

May 13, 2022

When you think about new smartphones, you probably think of fancy specs like a big gorgeous display or a powerful rear camera system. But Hisense’s new E-Ink smartphone, the A9, will make you think differently about gorgeous displays. While the phone doesn’t boast a gigantic bright OLED display that’ll look good while you’re gaming or watching videos on TikTok or Twitch, it offers a display that readers will love. Its 6.1-inch 300ppi E-Ink Carto 1200 display uses a HyperWave ultra-wave engine that should make for a 33% faster refresh rate and more precise color temperature adjustment (with 36 levels to choose from).

 

Onyx Boox Announces Poke 4 and Poke 4S eReaders

Good eReader

By Michael Kozlowski

May 13, 2022

Onyx Boox has just announced two entry level e-readers that do not have any note taking functionality. They are are designed purely to read digital content, such as books, comics, and manga. These devices have have Google Android 11, but does not have access to the Google Play Store. These two devices are only aimed at the Chinese market and are not going to be sold overseas. The languages supported are English, Chinese Simple and Chinese Traditional. The Onyx Boox Poke 4 features a 6 inch E INK Carta HD capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 1448×1072 and 300 PPI. The screen is flush with the bezel and protected by a layer of glass. There are 64 levels of cold and warm two-color DC front light. The overall design of this e-reader is similar to the Onyx Boox Nova Air, with the two tone color palette.

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Xiaomi InkPalm 5.2” eReader is Available Worldwide For Around $110 and Up

Liliputing

By Brad Linder

May 13, 2022

Xiaomi’s InkPalm 5 is a pocket-sized device with a 5.2 inch E Ink display and Android-based software. Basically it’s an eReader that’s small enough to fit in your pocket and versatile enough to use for more than just reading eBooks. When the InkPalm 5 launched last year, it was available exclusively in China for around $91 and up. But I recently noticed that multiple AliExpress sellers are offering to ship it to customers around the world, with some selling the little eReader for as little as $110.

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Hanvon N10 is a 10.3 Inch E Ink Tablet With Pen Support

Liliputing

By Brad Linder

May 12, 2022

The Hanvon N10 is a 10.3 inch tablet with an E Ink tablet, digital pen support for writing and drawing, and a slim design: the device measures just 5.5mm (0.22 inches) thick and weighs 374 grams (13.2 ounces). Announced this week in China, the tablet is up for pre-order from JD.com for 1999 CNY (~$295). It’s unclear if this particular model will be available in other countries anytime soon, but a number of other Hanvon products are available through global marketplaces like AliExpress.

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Europe

 

Pricer Showcases Color ESLs, Consumer Engagement, Sustainability and Shelf Availability Advances at EuroCIS

365 Retail

By Terry Clark

May 13, 2022

At EuroCIS, Pricer will be showcasing it’s scalable solution for in-store communication, together with several ecosystem partners. Pricer, the leading in-store communication company and market leader in electronic shelf labels (ESLs), is proud to be present at EuroCIS in Düsseldorf on May 31 – June 2 … Pricer will present its extended SmartTag Color range of 4-color ESLs that are using E Ink Spectra 3100 technology, a four pigment ink system developed to meet retailers’ requests for additional color functionality. Pricer’s SmartTag Color labels have the longest battery time on the market thanks to Pricer’s optical wireless technology. Retailers will be using the 4-color labels to highlight their promotion and sale items and as part of their brand projection.

 

Industry

 

Saule Technologies Signs Perovskite Partnership With Google Cloud

PV Tech

By Jules Scully

May 16, 2022

Perovskite-based PV manufacturer Saule Technologies is partnering with Google Cloud and renewables company Columbus Energy to advance its technology. Google Cloud will become a strategic partner of both Polish companies, providing cloud computing services and technologies, as they plan to cooperate on Internet of Things (IoT) products and the development of distributed energy solutions … Saule has started manufacturing perovskite electronic shelf labels, which it claims are cheaper than traditional electronic shelf labels found in supermarkets and shops. The innovation, controlled via Google Cloud, allows label messages to be changed remotely, facilitating the sale of products approaching expiration dates, for example.

 

The Next-Generation Networks Driving the Connected Retail Revolution

TechRadar

By Chris Chrisou

May 16, 2022

Once the preserve of those elusive ‘digitally-native’ enterprises, digital transformation strategies are now common fare across industries and business of all sizes. Most share the same goal: to quickly scale technology, increase agility and improve customer experience so they’re well-placed to take advantage of emerging growth opportunities. Countless different frameworks and roadmaps now exist, but a key determining factor in business’ success or failure - one that’s often forgotten - is whether they can effectively transform their networks.