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From billion-dollar lawsuits to game-changing updates and exciting book launches, the digital reading world has had a busy week. Whether you’re a Kindle devotee, Kobo loyalist, or curious about the latest reading tech and trends, this wrap-up will catch you up on everything that matters. Let’s dive in.
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Apple Faces $5 Billion Lawsuit Over Misleading E-Book Ownership on Apple Books
Apple Faces $5 Billion Lawsuit Over Misleading E-Book Ownership on Apple Books
Apple is facing a $5 billion class action lawsuit over its Apple Books platform. The lawsuit claims that Apple misleads customers into thinking they own the e-books they purchase, when in reality, they are only licensing them. This licensing arrangement means Apple can remove access to digital...
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Apple is being sued for allegedly misleading users into believing they own the e-books they buy, when in reality they are only licensed. The class-action lawsuit seeks $5 billion and centers on Apple’s lack of transparency in disclosing these licensing terms.
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Goodreads Shelves Removed from Kindle iOS App
Goodreads Shelves Removed from Kindle iOS App
As of April 2025, Amazon has removed the ability to view or create custom Goodreads shelves from the Kindle app for iOS. Users will now need to visit the Goodreads website to access these features. This change aligns with Goodreads’ goal to drive traffic to its own platform, allowing for better...
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Amazon has removed the option to view or manage Goodreads shelves from the Kindle iOS app. Users must now use the Goodreads website for those features, aligning with a strategy to boost direct platform engagement.
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Apple Removes Book Publishing from Pages Amid AI Integration
Apple Removes Book Publishing from Pages Amid AI Integration
Apple has removed the ability to publish e-books directly to Apple Books through its Pages app. This change came with the latest update that introduced AI-powered features under “Apple Intelligence.” Apple reportedly made this move to avoid complications around users creating AI-generated books...
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Apple has pulled book publishing from its Pages app, likely to avoid AI-authored content bypassing proper review. Authors now need to use Apple Books for Authors or third-party distributors to publish.
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Major E-Book Retailers Violate New California Law on Digital Purchases
Major E-Book Retailers Violate New California Law on Digital Purchases
Barnes and Noble, Kobo, and Google Play Books are allegedly violating California’s new digital content law, AB 2426. This law, effective in 2025, prohibits online retailers from using terms like “buy” or “purchase” when selling digital content unless they clearly disclose that consumers are only...
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Kobo, Barnes & Noble, and Google Play Books are allegedly violating California’s new digital content transparency law by continuing to use the term “buy” without clarifying that purchases are licenses.
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Kobo’s Software Neglect Frustrates Users and Raises Doubts About Its Kindle Rivalry
Kobo’s Software Neglect Frustrates Users and Raises Doubts About Its Kindle Rivalry
Kobo is facing criticism for its declining commitment to software updates and lack of support for older ereader models. Once known for regularly adding new features through updates, the company has shifted to releasing only occasional bug fixes, with the last major update occurring in June 2023...
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Kobo users are voicing concern over lagging software updates and neglected bug fixes, especially on older models. The company’s lack of marketing and unclear strategy raises doubts about its ability to compete with Kindle.
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How Book Access Boosts Literacy and Learning for Kids and Teens
How Book Access Boosts Literacy and Learning for Kids and Teens
“Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.” – Socrates This quote underscores the idea that education should inspire curiosity and growth. Access to books plays a vital role in sparking this flame, especially in children. However, many young readers—particularly in...
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Access to books is key for childhood literacy. Libraries, digital platforms like Libby and Sora, and initiatives such as OverDrive’s Kids Building Blocks Collections are helping bridge the gap for underserved communities.
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Do Software Updates Matter for E-Readers, or Just the Reading Experience?
Do Software Updates Matter for E-Readers, or Just the Reading Experience?
Many e-reader brands are inconsistent or infrequent with software updates. For example, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Meebook, and Pocketbook often issue updates only once or twice a year, and in some cases, only for current or newer models. In contrast, brands like Amazon (Kindle), Remarkable, and...
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Frequent updates reflect a brand’s commitment, but many users prioritize the reading experience itself—clear text and a good bookstore—over new features or UI improvements.
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Bigme Unveils Pocket-Sized Hibreak E-Reader to Rival Onyx Boox Palma 2
Bigme Unveils Pocket-Sized Hibreak E-Reader to Rival Onyx Boox Palma 2
Bigme is preparing to release a new version of its Hibreak device, reimagined as a dedicated e-reader without smartphone capabilities. Unlike previous versions, this model won’t have SIM support and will connect only via Wi-Fi. Designed to rival the Onyx Boox Palma 2, the e-reader will retain a...
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Bigme is set to launch a compact, Android-powered e-reader with no smartphone features. Designed to compete with the Onyx Boox Palma 2, it boasts high-end specs and Google Play support.
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Amazon Launches ‘Buy For Me’ Feature to Enable In-App Purchases from Third-Party Retailers
Amazon Launches ‘Buy For Me’ Feature to Enable In-App Purchases from Third-Party Retailers
Amazon has launched a new feature called ‘Buy For Me’ in its Shopping app, currently available to a subset of U.S. customers. Powered by AI, the feature allows users to discover and purchase products from third-party brand retailers directly within the app — even when Amazon doesn’t sell the...
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Amazon is testing a new AI-powered tool that lets users buy products from third-party brands without leaving the Amazon app. Purchases are handled on the brand’s site, with Amazon assisting only in payment and order tracking.
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Best Romantic Comedies to Read If You Love Emily Henry
Best Romantic Comedies to Read If You Love Emily Henry
Emily Henry’s upcoming novel Great Big Beautiful Life drops April 22, and excitement is building! To celebrate, a roundup of delightful romantic comedies has been curated for fans of Henry’s signature blend of wit, heart, and happily-ever-afters. Highlighted Read-Alikes: It Happened One Summer...
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A curated list of rom-coms full of heart, humor, and happily-ever-afters for fans eagerly awaiting Emily Henry’s upcoming release. Titles include It Happened One Summer, Georgie, All Along, and more.
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Oldest eReaders Still in Use - Vintage Devices That Still Work in 2025
Oldest eReaders Still in Use: Vintage Devices That Still Work in 2025
Ebooks are designed to last forever, but the devices used to read them—eReaders—have limited lifespans. Over time, batteries degrade, operating systems become outdated, and hardware wears out. Even with proper care, most eReaders last about 10 to 15 years before needing replacement or repair...
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Some readers are still using devices over a decade old, like the Sony PRS-350 and Kindle Keyboard. Despite outdated features, these eReaders show surprising longevity and loyalty from users.
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April 2025 Amazon First Reads - 2 Free Kindle Books for Prime Members
April 2025 Amazon First Reads: 2 Free Kindle Books for Prime Members
For April, Amazon Prime members can choose 2 free Kindle books from a selection of 9 titles through the Amazon First Reads program. These books span various genres like thriller, romance, and gothic fiction, and are yours to keep once downloaded. Non-Prime members can purchase them for $1.99...
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Amazon Prime members can select two free Kindle books from a list of nine this month. The titles span various genres and offer early access to upcoming releases.
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The Best E-Readers of 2025 for Every Type of Reader
The Best E-Readers of 2025 for Every Type of Reader
Books are timeless, but how we read them is evolving. E-readers combine the joy of reading with the convenience of modern technology—offering portability, eye comfort, and a distraction-free experience. If you’re still on the fence about digital reading, 2025 is the perfect time to give it a...
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A comprehensive guide to the top e-readers of 2025, highlighting the best models from Kindle, Kobo, PocketBook, and Boox for every reading style and budget.
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Amazon Kindle - The Only E-Reader with Full Accessibility for Disabilities
Amazon Kindle: The Only E-Reader with Full Accessibility for Disabilities
While most e-readers offer only basic features like large fonts or dyslexia-friendly typefaces, the Amazon Kindle stands out as the only e-reader designed with a wide range of accessibility tools for people with cognitive, mobility, and reading disabilities. Amazon has built a comprehensive set...
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Amazon Kindle remains the most accessible e-reader, offering features like text-to-speech, screen readers, adjustable font sizes, and gesture support for users with disabilities.
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WinterBreak - Unlocking Unlimited Potential for Your Kindle
WinterBreak: Unlocking Unlimited Potential for Your Kindle
WinterBreak is a simple hack that allows unrestricted access to Kindle hardware, supporting all Kindle devices since 2012 running firmware version 5.18.0.1.0.1 or earlier, including the latest 2024 models. How It Works 1. Preparation: • Enable Airplane mode on your Kindle. •...
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The WinterBreak jailbreak enables advanced customization on Kindle devices, including app installations, screensaver tweaks, and ad removal. However, it voids warranties and risks bricking.
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KOReader update: 2025.04 “Full Moon”
v2025.04: KOReader 2025.04 "Full Moon"
The user guide received a big update, full changelog here. Dictionaries with images now automatically take the res folder as their point of departure (#12877). This means you'll have to adjust your dictionary content scripts. If you're lucky you can simply delete them. Various changes in...
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The latest KOReader update adds KindleHF support, streamlines image dictionary folders, and removes legacy plugins, with numerous UI and performance improvements.
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ONYX BOOX Software Update 4.0 – April 2025
ONYX BOOX Software Update 4.0 – April 2025
Onyx has begun rolling out its new 4.0 software update for a wide range of Boox eReaders and eNotes, enhancing UI design, user experience, and adding new features across the system, Library, NeoReader, and Notes apps. Eligible Devices Include: • Go Series: Go 10.3, Go Color 7, Go 6 •...
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Boox’s version 4.0 software update brings system-wide UI enhancements and performance boosts, now rolling out to eReaders and eNotes with phased OTA delivery.
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Remarkable to Raise U.S. Prices on Tablets and Accessories Starting May 2
Remarkable to Raise U.S. Prices on Tablets and Accessories Starting May 2
Remarkable has announced that it will increase the prices of its tablets and accessories in the United States starting May 2, 2025. The price hike is due to new tariffs affecting goods manufactured in Vietnam, where Remarkable produces its devices. While specific new prices haven’t been...
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Due to new tariffs, reMarkable is increasing U.S. prices on tablets and accessories by up to $200, starting May 2. Customers are urged to buy early to avoid the price hike.
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Onyx Boox Launches Leaf 5 Series as China-Only Exclusive, Starting at $217
Onyx Boox Launches Leaf 5 Series as China-Only Exclusive, Starting at $217
Onyx Boox has officially launched the Leaf 5 series—comprising the Leaf 5 and Leaf 5C—exclusively in China. The Leaf 5 features a 7-inch monochrome Carta 1300 E Ink display with 1680 × 1264 resolution, 300 PPI, and afterimage self-clearing 2.0 for cleaner visuals. It also boasts 13% better...
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Onyx has introduced the Leaf 5 and Leaf 5C exclusively in China. These slim, powerful e-readers include E Ink Carta 1300 or Kaleido 3 displays and offer premium features at mid-tier pricing.
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Top 10 Must-Read Books Dropping This Week (2nd Week of April 2025)
Top 10 Must-Read Books Dropping This Week (2nd Week of April 2025)
Looking for your next unforgettable read? Whether you’re craving a moving love story, an explosive memoir, or a twisty thriller, the newest wave of releases has something for every kind of reader. We’ve rounded up 10 of the best-rated and buzzworthy new books that have critics raving and readers...
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A curated list of this week’s buzziest new releases, including titles by Paige Toon, Mark Hoppus, Lauren Roberts, and Abigail Dean—across genres from romance to memoir to mystery.
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Budget Kindle Alternative? A Look at the Dickens Light 2 Pro eReader
Budget Kindle Alternative? A Look at the Dickens Light 2 Pro eReader
The Dickens Light 2 Pro is a budget-friendly eReader, recently spotted on Amazon, primarily sold in Europe and not commonly found in the U.S. Priced at $118.66 plus $17.59 shipping, it offers a cheaper alternative to the basic Kindle, though it ships from Spain and may have a longer delivery...
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The Dickens Light 2 Pro is a feature-packed e-reader priced below the Kindle. Though it has lower screen resolution, it offers microSD support, warm frontlight, and broad file compatibility.
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Weekly Roundup - E-Reader Updates, Kindle News, and Digital Manga Highlights (April 2025)
Weekly Roundup: E-Reader Updates, Kindle News, and Digital Manga Highlights (April 2025)
From long-awaited manga releases and spring sales to major tech updates and AI controversies, this week has been packed with news that didn’t get a full headline — but still deserve your attention. Here’s a quick roundup of the top stories you might have missed. Captain Tsubasa Goes Global...
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A roundup of headlines, including the launch of Captain Tsubasa in English, AI-generated content takedowns, and new Amazon and Barnes & Noble updates.
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Top eReaders for Manga Fans - Best Devices for Digital Manga in 2025
Top eReaders for Manga Fans: Best Devices for Digital Manga in 2025
Digital manga continues to grow in popularity, especially in North America, generating $3.3 billion in 2024. Manga fans have two main e-reader options: those with robust online stores (like Kindle, Kobo, and NOOK) and Android-based e-readers with access to Google Play. Key Considerations...
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A guide to the best e-readers for manga lovers, breaking down screen size, resolution, and whether store-based or Android-powered devices offer the best reading experience.
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About Amazon Kindle Jailbreak & KOReader Questions
About Amazon Kindle Jailbreak & KOReader Questions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JszjwpurLlo In this video I try to answer a few of your questions you keep asking in the comments about Amazon Kindle Jailbreak and Installing KOReader on your beloved e-Reader. Why you can't open Amazon kindle booksin KOReader Why Book cover screensaver doesn't...
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This discussion clarifies Kindle jailbreak myths, highlighting limitations of KOReader, such as lack of Kindle DRM support and incomplete feature sets compared to the native Kindle system.
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Epic Fantasy Steal - 17 Wheel of Time eBooks for Just $18 on Humble Bundle
Epic Fantasy Steal - 17 Wheel of Time eBooks for Just $18 on Humble Bundle
Humble Bundle is offering a massive deal on The Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan throughout April 2025. For just $18, you get 17 DRM-free eBooks: the full 14-book main series, a prequel, and two companion novels—totaling over 15,000 pages. This bundle, normally priced at $173 from other...
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Through April, Humble Bundle offers all 17 Wheel of Time books DRM-free for just $18—an epic deal for fans of Robert Jordan’s legendary series.
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Top Kindle Unlimited Picks – Editor Recommended Reads from Bestsellers to Pulitzer Winners
Top Kindle Unlimited Picks – Editor Recommended Reads from Bestsellers to Pulitzer Winners
Amazon Editors curated a list of standout reads currently available in Kindle Unlimited, featuring books by Pulitzer Prize winners, Oprah, bestselling fantasy and thriller authors, and adaptations heading to the screen. The collection includes a wide range of genres—from literary fiction and...
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Amazon Editors highlight the best of Kindle Unlimited right now—from literary fiction to thrillers and memoirs—many of which are award winners or screen-bound.
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Top Nonfiction Books to Read in April 2025 – Amazon Editor Picks
Top Nonfiction Books to Read in April 2025 – Amazon Editor Picks
April’s top nonfiction reads bring bold revelations, deeply personal stories, and much-needed guidance. From corporate exposés to empowering health guides, the Amazon Editors have chosen books that not only inform but ignite conversation. Whether you’re seeking truth, inspiration, or practical...
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From corporate scandals to personal empowerment, these nonfiction picks aim to enlighten and provoke thought, led by No More Tears, an exposé on Johnson & Johnson.
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Amazon Streamlines Kindle Rewards - Faster Redemption Starting May 11
Amazon Streamlines Kindle Rewards - Faster Redemption Starting May 11
Starting May 11, 2025, Amazon is updating the Kindle Rewards Beta program to simplify the points redemption process. Instead of redeeming points through the Kindle Rewards Beta page (which can take up to 24 hours), users will be able to redeem points instantly for credit directly on Kindle ebook...
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Starting May 11, Kindle Rewards points will be redeemable instantly on product pages—though only through mobile or desktop web browsers.
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10 Essential Books That Explore Autism in Fiction and Nonfiction
10 Essential Books That Explore Autism in Fiction and Nonfiction
Whether you’re looking to understand autism more deeply, discover authentic voices, or simply enjoy powerful storytelling, these 10 books—ranging from memoirs to fiction and expert guides—offer insight, empathy, and inspiration. From personal journeys to fictional characters on the spectrum...
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These ten titles, both fiction and nonfiction, provide powerful insights into life on the autism spectrum, celebrating neurodiversity and empathy.
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Best Graphic Memoirs to Read in 2025
Best Graphic Memoirs to Read in 2025
Graphic memoirs combine the emotional depth of personal storytelling with the visual impact of comic art, offering powerful insights into identity, resilience, culture, and creativity. Whether you’re new to the genre or a longtime fan, these standout titles explore life’s complexities through...
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A selection of visually stunning and emotionally resonant graphic memoirs that explore identity, illness, creativity, and culture in bold, memorable ways.
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Eye Strain from Digital Reading? Top Fixes for eReaders, Phones & Tablets
Video - Eye Strain from Digital Reading? Top Fixes for eReaders, Phones & Tablets
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YYChNmy5R4 Source: Stefan Svartling (YouTube channel) In his video, Stefan Svartling breaks down common causes of eye strain while reading digital content on devices like e-ink eReaders, smartphones, and tablets, and offers simple solutions for each. Main...
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Eye strain got you down? Stefan Svartling breaks down the biggest culprits—from glare to tiny fonts—and shares actionable fixes to improve digital reading comfort.
That’s a wrap for this week. Stay tuned for next week’s round-up of e-reading news, features, and bookish highlights.
