E-reader Trends for 2023

new e-readers for 2023

The year 2022 has been rich in new hardware (Kobo Clara 2E and new Kindle to name a few) and the year 2023 also promises some nice things. The opportunity to see what we can expect as new readers…

A new Kobo Nia?

The first thing that seems obvious is that Kobo must work on an affordable e-reader that would compete with the new Kindle.

Indeed, the Kobo Nia (current e-reader of the range at less than $100) is starting to show its age with its rather slow screen and its not always top definition.

Clearly, if Kobo wants to get back in the race and offer something very good in the entry level, it will have to release a new version of the Kobo Nia.

Let’s hope that 2023 will bring us this new e-reader!

A new Kindle Oasis?

On the Amazon side, we have already had a renewal of the Kindle Paperwhite with the very good version released in 2021 that offers a great value for money with its 6.8-inch screen.

A few months ago, a new Kindle was released for less than $100.

Logically, it’s the turn of the Kindle Oasis to get a makeover – if Amazon still wants to market it. Indeed, with its price close to $300 and the competition of cheaper and excellent models like the Kobo Libra 2, nothing indicates that Amazon will continue the Oasis adventure.

But, if a new version is to be released, the year 2023 seems to be the right time for Amazon.

New color readers are a key trend

With the arrival of the new Gallery 3 color screen technology, we can expect to see new color readers.

As previously mentioned, the Pocketbook Viva has already been announced and we’ll see what this reader offers in terms of color. The first echoes indicate much better colors than on the Pocketbook Color (for example), but a screen that takes longer to refresh…

Kindle Scribe: not that great…

Kindle Scribe

It was bound to happen: Amazon is also launching a large-format e-reader with a note-taking function with the Kindle Scribe and its large 10.2-inch screen.

For once, Amazon is obliged to react by offering a machine that competes with the Bookeen Notéa and the Kobo Elipsa.

So the Kindle Scribe is a reading and working machine. Thought as a tool that will allow you to be productive as well as to relax, the Kindle Scribe therefore comes with a stylus that will allow you to take notes and scribble on your electronic documents.

Certainly the screen should do wonders, especially for fans of manga and PDF documents.

The promise of having a stylus without batteries or batteries that is as comfortable to use as a competing stylus is appealing.

People who work in an environment where they have to work, proofread and edit a lot of documents will probably be interested in this machine.

But, if it's just about reading, the price of $369.99 for the 16GB version will put off many book lovers.

Indeed, there are e-readers for less than $200 that do very well for reading ebooks without any headache.

The price is too high for me to buy this Kindle Scribe. So I am unlikely to offer a full review, let alone a comparison with other e-readers. If you only need a Kindle e-reader for ebooks, I think the Kindle Paperwhite is a better alternative.

The e-reader is available and you can learn more about it on Amazon's website if you are interested in this type of device.

How do I add a new dictionary to my Kobo?

Kobo ereader

Kobo e-readers are already provided with various dictionaries that allow you to get definitions of words in English, but also English translations from other languages.

Unfortunately, some of the dictionaries used are not sufficient for the taste of some Kobo users. We can often see these defects:

  1. A lack of definition
  2. A lack of freshness

If the role of Kobo (and other e-reader manufacturers) is first and foremost to provide a reliable material for displaying pages of text, it is true that this defect may bother some people.

Fortunately, there is now a solution! It is indeed possible to change the default dictionary and we will see how to add a new dictionary with many more definitions.

Download a new dictionary for Kobo e-reader

The first thing to do is to download this new dictionary.

For French, English, German, Spanish, Italian or Portuguese, I found this project which proposes a dictionary based on Wiktionary, a collaborative site close to Wikipedia: https://github.com/BoboTiG/ebook-reader-dict

We will download (in our case), the French dictionary at this address : https://github.com/BoboTiG/ebook-reader-dict/releases/tag/en (the file to download is called dicthtml-en.zip – you can download it here if the link does not work anymore)

I also found dictionaries for translations in this folder: https://download.wikdict.com/dictionaries/kobo/

Transfer your dictionary to the Kobo e-reader

Now you have to transfer the file to your Kobo e-reader. First of all, you have to connect it to a computer with the USB cable provided with the e-reader.

Then, you have to validate the file transfer on the screen of the Kobo e-reader. In your operating system, you should be able to see the e-reader using a file explorer (keyboard keys "Windows + e" in Windows).

You have to go to the files of your e-reader and find the ".kobo" folder. This folder is special and hidden, so you will need to set the folder view to show this type of file in Windows (or Mac).

All you have to do is copy the new downloaded file into the ".kobo/dict" folder of your Kobo e-reader to install the new dictionary.

Now that you've done that, you can disconnect your e-reader from your computer ("eject" in Windows or Mac) and restart your Kobo.

Setting up the e-reader to use the new dictionary

To use the new dictionary, you'll first need to make sure it's installed properly by going to your Kobo e-reader settings.

It should be called "English – English".

Then, you can use it directly from an ebook by underlining a word.

As we can see the result is much better with this dictionary!

Don't hesitate to leave a comment under this article if you want to bring more details about adding new dictionaries on your Kobo e-reader.

Pocketbook Viva e-reader : too expensive ? (available in 2024)

Pocketbook Viva eReader : too expensive ?

Pocketbook continues to release innovative models and the announcement of the Pocketbook Viva e-reader will delight fans of high-end reading material and those who have been waiting for a new generation color e-reader.

Presentation of the Pocketbook Viva e-reader

The Pocketbook Viva is a high-end 8-inch color e-reader announced for the end of 2023.

It is also one of the first readers that will use a new generation color screen based on E Ink Gallery 3 technology with a resolution of 1440 × 1920 pixels for both black and white and color.

This is a brand new way of displaying colors that should allow, finally, to have more vivid colors than on the old screens of the “Kaleido” type used, for example, in the old Pocketbook Color reader.

Of course, we’ll have to wait for the release of this Pocketbook Viva to find out for sure…

Pocketbook also seems to want to offer a very high-end color reader, since the announced price is $599!

This price will certainly cool some people down, but it shows the will of the brand to offer high quality material as far as the color reader is concerned.

pocketbook viva e-reader

This is especially true since it is not a digital notebook like the Kindle Scribe or the Kobo Elipsa

The Pocketbook Viva offers a new 8-inch color screen, 64 GB of storage memory, an IPX8 certification to make the reader waterproof and the possibility to read audio books (see specifications below) and a pretty good design with physical buttons.

I appreciate this new design which tends to become more and more common with each Pocketbook release, as with the Pocketbook Era, another high-end e-reader.

Specifications of the Pocketbook Viva

Pocketbook Viva

Here are the technical specifications of the Pocketbook Viva :

  • Quad core processor
  • 8 Inch Color display Gallery 3
  • Resolution : high resolution of 1440 × 1920 and 300 PPI for both color and black-and-white
  • IPX8 waterproff specification
  • Built-in speaker and Text-to-Speech
  • Bluetooth version 5.2
  • 64 GB of built-in memory – for a large library, which is always at hand;
  • A record number of formats without conversion – PocketBook Viva supports 23 formats (19 book and 4 graphic formats), including formats of comics;
  • Support for 6 audiobook formats – listen to audio files in M4A, M4B, OGG, OGG.ZIP, MP3, MP3.ZIP formats;
  • Dual band Wi-Fi and PocketBook Cloud services – for synchronization with other devices and convenient management of the library;
  • The vast number of dictionaries – in addition to 11 pre-installed language combinations, users have 42 combinations available for free download.

Price and release date

As you may know, the Pocketbook brand is distributed all over the world (except in France where it is Vivlio that sells Pocketbook e-readers).

Pocketbook now announces an availability in many countries in the start of 2024. On the Pocketbook Store website the e-reader is on “Pre-Order” that will end in february 2024.

It should be noted that the price is high since the recommended retail price is $599 – which seems quite high for a e-reader, even if it is the best color e-reader available!

Download free ebooks, comics and audio books on the Internet

free ebooks download

If you want to read a lot more, you will have to turn to digital reading. Today, it is possible to use websites to download free ebooks, comics but also audio books.

This article gathers the best websites to download free books in English and also in other languages.

These lists are not exhaustive, but they allow access to a large number of freely accessible contents.

Download free books in English

Download free books in French

Download free comic books in English (manga, comics)

You can find many online comic books for free download on this list of websites:

Download free audiobooks in English and other languages

If you practice English or another language and want to learn and develop your listening skills, you can also download free audio books in English from these sites :

Download free audiobooks in French

If you want to enjoy your free time by listening to books in French, here is a list of websites that will allow you to download and listen to audio books for free:

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Cheap e-readers, Discounts and Deals for 2025 (ALL KINDLE) – redirigée

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You’ll probably want to take a look at the best discounted prices on e-readers in 2025 to buy when the prices are most attractive. Find here good discounts on the cheap Pocketbook Verse e-reader and other high-end e-readers from Procketbook:

Want to read more but spend less? Consider a discounted e-reader! Here’s why:

  • Massive Savings: Discounted e-readers offer the same great features at a fraction of the cost of new models.
  • Portable Library: Carry thousands of books in one lightweight device, perfect for travel or commutes.
  • Easy on the Eyes: E-ink technology mimics real paper and adjustable lighting reduces eye strain.
  • Bargain Books: Ebooks are often cheaper than physical copies, leading to even more savings.

Why buy an e-reader ?

If the idea of carrying an entire library in your pocket appeals to you, then an e-reader is the perfect device. Kindle e-readers are sleek, lightweight, and compact enough to effortlessly slide into your pocket or bag, accommodating hundreds or even thousands of books at once.

They are an ideal companion for holidays – ensuring an endless supply of poolside reading without the inconvenience of bulky paperbacks.

Similarly, Kobo e-readers offer an exceptional reading experience with their slender, lightweight build. They easily fit into your pocket or bag, capable of housing an extensive library of books.

Perfect for vacations, they guarantee a constant supply of reading material by the pool, eliminating the need to carry around physical books.

If you want a lot of flexibility and an e-reader packed with features and options, don’t forget to try a Pocketbook e-reader.

What is the Black Friday ?

Many stores offer highly promoted sales and discounts on Black Friday, and they often open early, sometimes as early as midnight or even on Thanksgiving.

The term “Black Friday” is believed to have originated in Philadelphia in the 1950s. At that time, Philadelphia was a major retail center, and the day after Thanksgiving was the busiest shopping day of the year. The crowds of shoppers and traffic congestion caused chaos in the city, and police officers began referring to the day as “Black Friday.”

The concept of Black Friday spread to other parts of the United States in the 1960s and 1970s, and it became a nationwide phenomenon in the 1980s. Today, Black Friday is the largest shopping day of the year in the United States, and it is estimated that billions of dollars are spent on Black Friday each year.

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