Yes Calibre is great for people that want to do all that including tagging each book if not already done.
Android based ereaders just buy from any store and read. Can easily add other books (like de-DRM’d) wirelessly. And no need to connect to computer which can be frustrating if out and about or traveling and don’t have computer.
And we’ve now circled back to my other post
You can do the same with a Kobo. You just turn on the Wi-Fi, access the store and buy a book. If it’s not a DRM book, then you can read it.
So do android e-readers ignore DRM or do you need a separate apps to read books from specific stores?
This is extremely misleading. Downloading books onto my Kobo and reading is fast, simple and very convenient. Zero frustration and zero wasted time.
What books?
E-books.
Duh
So how easy is it to download a Kindle or other store ebooks to your Kobo?
Define “Kindle ebook.” Do you mean a MOBI or AZW3 file? Easy as pie.
Yes if they’re not blocked. That’s what I said.
No, you said:
Adding outside books is, in fact, fast, simple and convenient. I can have an ebook on my Kobo and start reading in a matter of seconds.
Oh, ok.
How about this?
Kindle and Kobo can add books from other stores but that’s a whole other effort to de-DRM (unblock/unlock) that will be time consuming, complicated, frustrating that takes away from actually reading.
You’re assuming most people are buying DRM-locked ebooks from online stores. That’s a pretty big assumption.
I actually didn’t intend to go there.
So if I understand correctly you have to download the kobo app and the kindle app on the android e-reader to be able to read kindle and kobo books, right?
Meaning you can have both worlds in the same device.
Yes, need to download apps if not already installed. Also, other apps like Google Books, and other online bookstores.
By the way, I guess can still use Calibre with android devices? How about with iPad?
Maybe transfer ebooks to device and then open with preferred reader app.
I think you still need a computer to run Calibre. You then need to attach your android device or iPad to the computer and then you can use Calibre. It will show up on Calibre (on your computer) and you manage everything through there.
There’s also an app called Calibre Companion you can use on your Android device but I don’t know much about it.
Looks like the 50 Pro is the latest model. What I have found so far online for sale is 2023’s TCL 40 NXTPAPER 5G – not yet sure if the 40 has the ePaper-button (NXTPAPER key)
The TCL 40 NXTPAPER 5G seems to be slightly cheaper at the moment at just under 6,000 (maybe 5 to 10% cheaper)
I wonder if these devices that have e-ink-style mode are truly like ereader devices. Does light still come from the back?
E-ink devices don’t have a backlight and light doesn’t shine into your eyes thus reducing eye strain. E-ink devices are lit from sides which makes them so much more comfortable for reading. Can also turn off lighting completely and still read.
They are back lit. They accomplish the e-ink effect with some clever tech, but there is light from the back. It works pretty good. I only spent a little time with the tablet I got before I passed it on to my mom, but it is impressive. I’m already planning my next phone to be one of these TCL models.
There are 3 modes: full colour, e-ink, and something in between. I did not appreciate the in-between mode – looks like dull colour mode. But the other 2 modes work very well
TCL’s NXTPAPER technology creates its paper-like display effect through several innovative features:
Multi-Layer Screen Technology
The display uses multiple layers that work together to create a unique viewing experience[5]. The key components include:
- A matte layer with nano-etching technology that significantly reduces glare and reflections by up to 90%[1]
- A special blue light filtering system built into the hardware, which reduces blue light by 60% without making the screen appear yellow[1]
- Circularly Polarized Light (CPL) technology that mimics natural light conditions, creating a more paper-like appearance[5]
Display Modes
The technology offers three distinct viewing options:
- Full-color mode: Functions like a normal phone screen
- Nxtpaper color mode: A dampened version that mutes color tones, similar to a colored e-ink display
- Nxtpaper ink mode: A black-and-white version that resembles traditional e-ink[1]
Smart Features
The system includes several intelligent features that enhance the reading experience:
- DC dimming technology that adjusts brightness without flickering[5]
- An AI-powered display engine that automatically adjusts color temperature based on ambient light[5]
- A dedicated “NxtPaper Key” on newer models that quickly switches between normal and reading modes[4]
Unlike traditional e-ink displays found in e-readers, NXTPAPER doesn’t actually use e-ink technology. Instead, it achieves a similar effect through these specialized display layers while maintaining the ability to display full color and handle video playback[3].
Citations:
[1] Phone for Migraines: Hands On with the TCL 40 Nxtpaper Phone for Migraines: Hands On with the TCL 40 Nxtpaper - CCS Insight
[2] TCL Nxtpaper 11 Review - PCMag https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/tcl-nxtpaper-11
[3] TCL TAB 10 NXTPAPER 5G: Establishing Display Technology as a … TCL TAB 10 NXTPAPER 5G: Establishing Display Technology as a Key Differentiator in the Mid-range Tablet Market
[4] TCL’s New NxtPaper Phones Can Transition Into Ink Mode … - CNET TCL's New NxtPaper Phones Can Transition Into Ink Mode With a Switch - CNET
[5] TCL NXTPAPER | Full-color Paper-like Display | TCL Global TCL NXTPAPER | Full-color Paper-like Display | TCL Global
[6] TCL’s new Nxtpaper phones have a dedicated button for maximum … TCL’s new Nxtpaper phones have a dedicated button for maximum monochrome - The Verge
Around 11 different brands available all sizes at Syntrend Taipei 3rd floor.
I still prefer my Meebook M6.