eReaders

The Kobo Elipsa 2e Is a Premium eReader With a Premium Price

eReaders come in many shapes and forms, and if you want an alternative to the old, reliable Kindle, there are plenty of options out there. Rakuten Kobo is one of the most popular brands, and it just released a new model: the …

Arol Wright Apr 5th

Tablet vs. eReader: Which Is Better for Ebooks?

Modern tablet computers have much improved screens and battery life compared to the early days of these popular devices. However, eReaders haven’t been stagnant either, and if you enjoy reading ebooks, there’s a legitimate di…

Sydney Butler Mar 24th

Amazon Won’t Let You Buy Kindle or Print Magazines Anymore

Amazon Kindle eReaders might be mostly intended for reading books, but they can also read digital editions of many popular newspapers and magazines as they are released. That feature is going away, though….

Corbin Davenport Mar 13th

Why Is It Called an Amazon “Kindle” eReader?

Amazon’s Kindle devices have become synonymous with eReaders, and the name “Kindle” has become a household term. But why did Amazon choose the name Kindle for their eReader devices? Does it have anything to do with burning th…

Joe Fedewa Feb 16th

I Added Wireless Charging to My Kindle, and You Can Too

With the release of the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition in 2021, Amazon introduced the first Kindle with wireless charging. If you have any other Kindle, here’s how to add wireless charging to it.

Jason Fitzpatrick Feb 15th

Is My Kindle Waterproof? (And What Should I Do If It Gets Wet?)

You might have noticed Kindle ads feature waterproof Kindles now. Curious if your model is beach-and-bath friendly? Here’s what you need to know.

Jason Fitzpatrick Feb 10th

How to Keep Kindle Library Books Past Their Due Date

One of the best features of Amazon Kindle eReaders is the ability to borrow library books. However, just like physical books from a library, they come with return dates. We’ll show you how to keep them past the due date….

Joe Fedewa Feb 6th

You Should Be Using Collections on Your Kindle eReader

The Kindle home screen is your portal to all of your eBooks. It can get a bit messy and annoying to navigate if you have a lot of books. The “Collections” feature is like folders for the home screen.

Joe Fedewa Jan 2nd

10 Amazon Kindle Features You Should Be Using

Amazon Kindle devices are among the best eReaders you can buy. They’re easy to use, but to get the most out of your Kindle, there are some features you may not know about. We’ll show you the best ones….

Joe Fedewa Dec 26th, 2022

Get Ready for More eReaders With Color E Ink

Digital book readers usually fall into one of two categories: ones with black-and-white screens with weeks of battery life, and models with regular LCD screens that aren’t much different from regular tablets. However, more eR…

Corbin Davenport Dec 13th, 2022

Amazon’s New Kindle Scribe Isn’t Just for Reading

There have been rumors for months that Amazon was working on a Kindle ebook reader capable of writing notes, instead of simply reading books. Now the device is official: say hello to the Kindle Scribe….

Corbin Davenport Sep 28th, 2022

Amazon’s New Kindle Has Twice The Storage (and Dark Mode)

Amazon’s very first hardware launch, back in 2007, was the original Kindle. And while the Kindle lineup has changed a lot since then, the standard Kindle is still around. Now, Amazon is releasing new models for both the Kindl…

Arol Wright Sep 13th, 2022

Which Kindle Should You Buy?

A Kindle is a great way to read, and eReaders have many advantages over paper books. However, there’s not just one Kindle to choose from. From Paperwhite to Oasis to Kids Editions, we’ll help you find the right one….

Joe Fedewa Jul 8th, 2022

What Is Bionic Reading, and How Do You Use It?

It’s no mystery that some fonts are easier to read than others. “Bionic Reading” is a tool that’s more than just font, and it could improve your reading speed and comprehension. Here’s what you need to know….

Joe Fedewa May 27th, 2022

Barnes & Noble Has A New Nook To Fight Amazon’s Kindle

Amazon’s Kindle lineup might be one of the best eReaders around, but Barnes & Noble is still keeping the Nook alive as a competitor. Now there’s a brand new model.

Corbin Davenport May 26th, 2022

Why I Prefer an eReader to a Real Book

Okay, I’m really doing this. Ahem. I prefer eReaders to real books. Now, before you report me to your local library for crimes against literature, let me explain. Maybe you’ll hear a new reason to give eReaders a chance….

Joe Fedewa May 20th, 2022

How to Remove Books From a Kindle

Kindles can hold a lot of eBooks, but you may want to remove some. eBooks are stored in two places—on the eReader itself and your Kindle Library. We’ll show you how to remove books from both places.

Joe Fedewa May 19th, 2022

How Many eBooks Can Fit on a Kindle?

Kindle eReaders have a few advantages over physical books. One of the biggest is simply the sheer quantity of books you can carry with you. Just how many eBooks can you fit on a Kindle? Let’s find out….

Joe Fedewa May 4th, 2022

Amazon Kindle Readers Will Soon Support EPUB Books (Kind of)

Amazon’s Kindle lineup includes some of the best e-readers around, but no Kindle readers support the industry standard for ebooks: the EPUB format. However, Amazon says that will (partially) change soon….

Corbin Davenport May 3rd, 2022

What Is Kindle Unlimited, and Is It Worth It?

There are plenty of services that will let you consume as many TV shows, movies, and music as you want for a monthly fee. But what about books? Is there a streaming service for books? Meet “Kindle Unlimited.”…

Joe Fedewa Apr 29th, 2022

How to Transfer EPUB to Kindle

Kindle eReaders are not limited to books from the Amazon Store. When you get eBooks from other sources, a common file format is EPUB. We’ll show you a few methods to get these files onto your Kindle.

Joe Fedewa Apr 21st, 2022

How to Force Your Kindle to Check for New Books

When you buy books on Amazon, your Kindle should automatically add them to your Library. Sometimes, though, books don’t show up straight away. Here’s what to do when that happens.

Harry Guinness Dec 4th, 2021

How to Turn Any eBook Into an Audiobook

While not as tactile as a book or e-reader, there’s no denying the convenience of audiobooks. You can “read” while driving, walking the dog, or doing dishes. We’ll show you how to turn any eBook into an audiobook….

Joe Fedewa Oct 8th, 2021

Amazon’s New Kindle Paperwhite Reader Is Perfect for Kids

Amazon has just announced many new Kindle devices, and one of the most exciting is the Kindle Paperwhite Kids. There’s also a new Kindle Paperwhite and the first-ever Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition….

Dave LeClair Sep 21st, 2021

How to Hide Audible Audiobooks on Your Kindle

The latest models of Kindle can download and play audiobooks from your Audible account over Bluetooth headphones. Unfortunately, if you don’t plan to use your e-reader to listen to books, all the audiobooks do is clutter up y…

Harry Guinness Sep 15th, 2021

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