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fromZDNET
1 day ago

Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect your e-reader with new books

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem starting May 20, 2026.
E-Commerce
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Amazon thanks loyal Kindle devotees by bricking their kit

Amazon will discontinue support for Kindle devices from 2012 or earlier starting May 20, 2026, offering discounts on new models to minimize disruption.
Gadgets
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

Amazon to end support for older Kindles, prompting user outcry

Amazon will stop supporting older Kindle models, rendering them unable to download new content starting May 20, 2026.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Your Kindle's not obsolete, it just needs a jailbreak - and I'll show you how it's done

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem, limiting access to new content.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect your e-reader with new books

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem starting May 20, 2026.
E-Commerce
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Amazon thanks loyal Kindle devotees by bricking their kit

Amazon will discontinue support for Kindle devices from 2012 or earlier starting May 20, 2026, offering discounts on new models to minimize disruption.
Gadgets
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

Amazon to end support for older Kindles, prompting user outcry

Amazon will stop supporting older Kindle models, rendering them unable to download new content starting May 20, 2026.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Your Kindle's not obsolete, it just needs a jailbreak - and I'll show you how it's done

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem, limiting access to new content.
#kindle
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 day ago

How to quickly convert EPUB files to Kindle format - and why it matters

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem, limiting access to new content.
Gadgets
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Kindle owners mourn as Amazon cuts off service for older devices. See the full list of impacted e-readers

Amazon is discontinuing support for older Kindle devices released in 2012 or earlier starting May 20.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 day ago

How to quickly convert EPUB files to Kindle format - and why it matters

Amazon will cut off Kindle devices released before 2013 from the Kindle ecosystem, limiting access to new content.
Gadgets
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Kindle owners mourn as Amazon cuts off service for older devices. See the full list of impacted e-readers

Amazon is discontinuing support for older Kindle devices released in 2012 or earlier starting May 20.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
13 hours ago

What Is Real Interactivity In eLearning? (And Why Clicks Don't Count)

Real interactivity in learning requires decision-making and consequences, not just reactive actions like clicking or revealing content.
#social-media
Social media marketing
fromSilicon Canals
9 hours ago

Psychology says people who never post on social media but check it every day aren't passive - they opted out of the performance while keeping the window, and keeping the window without paying the price is the most rational position available and the one the platform was specifically designed to make feel antisocial - Silicon Canals

Silent scrollers on social media actively choose to observe rather than post, demonstrating discipline and self-control contrary to common perceptions.
Social media marketing
fromSilicon Canals
9 hours ago

Psychology says people who never post on social media but check it every day aren't passive - they opted out of the performance while keeping the window, and keeping the window without paying the price is the most rational position available and the one the platform was specifically designed to make feel antisocial - Silicon Canals

Silent scrollers on social media actively choose to observe rather than post, demonstrating discipline and self-control contrary to common perceptions.
#accessibility
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
9 hours ago

While AI is building the web faster than ever, accessibility can't be left behind

AI has accelerated marketing processes, but speed can compromise accessibility, impacting customer experience and conversion rates for people with disabilities.
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago
Higher education

These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help

Marketing tech
fromDigiday
9 hours ago

While AI is building the web faster than ever, accessibility can't be left behind

AI has accelerated marketing processes, but speed can compromise accessibility, impacting customer experience and conversion rates for people with disabilities.
Higher education
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help

Blind students face significant challenges due to inaccessible learning materials in online education programs.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
12 hours ago

The more commodified your job, the more likely AI can do it - lessons from online freelancing

Generative AI is transforming freelance work, impacting demand and wages while also creating new opportunities for skilled freelancers.
fromKitmul
4 days ago

How to Publish Markdown to Medium Without Losing Formatting - Kitmul

When you paste your perfectly formatted article and what happens? The headers show literal ## symbols. Bold text keeps the asterisks. Code blocks lose all formatting. Tables? They just break completely.
Typography
#ai-in-education
fromFortune
2 days ago
Education

I just became CEO of one of education's Big 3. Here's why AI will never replace a great teacher | Fortune

Education
fromFortune
2 days ago

I just became CEO of one of education's Big 3. Here's why AI will never replace a great teacher | Fortune

AI will not replace human roles in education due to the unique capabilities of the human brain and the complexities of teaching.
#technology
Digital life
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I quit my software engineering job to help seniors with tech. I assist them with things like recovering photos and bank accounts.

Adrian Amora transitioned from software engineering to a tech concierge role to enhance job satisfaction and help older adults with technology.
Digital life
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I quit my software engineering job to help seniors with tech. I assist them with things like recovering photos and bank accounts.

Adrian Amora transitioned from software engineering to a tech concierge role to enhance job satisfaction and help older adults with technology.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I vibe coded time-saving tools for boomers like my parents. They picked up on AI fast, and it's made their lives less lonely and easier.

AI technology has transformed how older generations interact with tech, enabling quicker solutions and support from younger individuals.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Are People Speaking Less in This Age of Online Communication?

"While putting a number to the loss, there is much about those lost conversations that these data cannot answer. Were they lost with friends, or family, or with strangers?"
Psychology
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
2 days ago

How newsrooms are bringing their archives to life

News organizations are repurposing archives to create new stories and engage audiences, moving beyond simple reprints.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Porn, dog poo and social media snaps: the taskers' scraping the internet for Meta-owned AI firm

Scale AI, part-owned by Meta, employs thousands to train AI using personal data from social media, raising ethical concerns about data scraping.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

Nobody tells you that expecting instant replies is a relatively new social norm - and that an entire generation learned to communicate in ways that never required it - Silicon Canals

Instant communication has created pressure that undermines meaningful relationships, which thrived in a slower-paced era of correspondence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.
Photography
Productivity
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier | TechCrunch

iPads have evolved into versatile productivity tools with numerous apps available to enhance organization and focus.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Teen Romance and Breakups in the Digital Age

Teenage romantic breakups are significantly impacted by social media, texting, and AI, leading to new challenges and consequences.
Music production
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

Is It Wrong to Write a Book With A.I.?

The Roland TR-808 revolutionized music production by allowing musicians to create unique sounds and patterns, leading to new genres and widespread influence.
#ai
Data science
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago

What It Actually Means To Build A Learning System Today

Organizations now build AI-driven platforms to control data retrieval and evaluation, making internal knowledge the core differentiator in learning intelligence.
Data science
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago

What It Actually Means To Build A Learning System Today

Organizations now build AI-driven platforms to control data retrieval and evaluation, making internal knowledge the core differentiator in learning intelligence.
Books
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

11 new books in April offer a chance to step inside someone else's world

Books provide an alternative to doomscrolling, offering perspectives on anxiety, corruption, and reality.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

The pleasure of books in the digital age

The debate over digital archiving versus physical books highlights the unique engagement and sensory experience that books provide in a digital age.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Ghostwriting Is Good, Actually

Ghostwriting, when done by humans, can provide valuable support to authors and help share unique perspectives.
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Adobe launches Acrobat Spaces, a free AI-powered study tool for students | TechCrunch

With the launch of Acrobat Spaces, Adobe aims to provide students with a comprehensive tool for creating study materials, competing with existing AI solutions like Google's NotebookLM and Goodnotes.
Online learning
Marketing tech
fromTNW | Apps
2 days ago

Picsart launches

Picsart's new monetization program rewards creators based on content performance, challenging traditional follower-based earnings models.
Media industry
fromTech Times
3 days ago

Substack Writers Transform Newsletter Platforms with Paid Subs and the Power of the Creator Economy

Substack empowers independent writers to manage their own audiences and monetize content through a simple, community-driven newsletter platform.
E-Commerce
fromMashable
1 week ago

What is a 'Mini Kindle Pod'? Debunking a viral TikTok trend.

Mini Kindles are trending on BookTok, but their legitimacy and availability at major retailers like Barnes & Noble are questionable.
#self-publishing
Books
fromInc
2 days ago

Most Self-Published Books Fail. These Marketing Strategies Help Entrepreneurs Win

Self-publishing requires an 'authorpreneur' mindset, treating the book as a business to ensure long-term success through effective marketing.
Books
fromInc
2 days ago

Most Self-Published Books Fail. These Marketing Strategies Help Entrepreneurs Win

Self-publishing requires an 'authorpreneur' mindset, treating the book as a business to ensure long-term success through effective marketing.
fromeLearning
1 week ago
Online learning

Enhancing Learner Engagement Across AI-Powered Learning Platforms - eLearning

Active, data-driven experiences enhance digital education, but engagement and consistency remain challenges for learners.
Education
fromFuturism
5 days ago

AI Forces College Professor to Get Typewriters for Entire Class

Typewriters in class encourage students to engage more with each other and the learning process, contrasting with modern digital distractions.
fromFast Company
6 days ago

HarperCollins is forging ahead with AI-assisted dramas based on books. Some authors have concerns

Toonstar's proven ability to translate beloved stories into engaging animation, while keeping artists at the center of the process, makes them the ideal partner to bring Friendship List and other popular titles to new audiences in formats today's families love.
Media industry
Digital life
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The web can still be wonderful, and Flipboard's Surf proves it

Surf is a new discovery engine that curates content from various platforms, offering a refreshing way to engage with the internet.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
3 days ago

From Passive To Purposeful: How AI Is Reshaping Corporate Learning Strategies In 2026

AI is transforming corporate learning from passive models to personalized, contextual training that enhances retention and performance.
Education
fromPR Daily
6 days ago

Why writing skills matter more than AI for the next generation of communicators - PR Daily

Karen Freberg emphasizes the importance of experiential learning and clarity in writing for effective communication in a rapidly changing industry.
#learning-and-development
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
6 days ago

From Manual To Intelligent: How AI Automation Is Reshaping L&D Operations

AI automation can alleviate operational burdens on L&D teams, allowing them to focus on strategic tasks and improve learning quality.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
6 days ago

From Manual To Intelligent: How AI Automation Is Reshaping L&D Operations

AI automation can alleviate operational burdens on L&D teams, allowing them to focus on strategic tasks and improve learning quality.
Books
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Fellow Readers, Don't Miss These E-Reader Sales

The older Kindle Scribe offers great value, especially on sale, and remains a preferred choice despite newer models.
#elearning
fromeLearning
2 weeks ago
Online learning

Audio Descriptions & Closed Captions in Adobe Captivate: A Step-by-Step Accessibility Guide - eLearning

Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
2 weeks ago

When eLearning Blogs Stay Busy But Authority Never Appears (And How To Change That)

Building authority in eLearning requires deep, nuanced content that addresses problems from multiple angles over time.
Online learning
fromeLearning
2 weeks ago

Audio Descriptions & Closed Captions in Adobe Captivate: A Step-by-Step Accessibility Guide - eLearning

Accessibility features like closed captions and audio descriptions are essential for inclusive eLearning courses.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
2 weeks ago

When eLearning Blogs Stay Busy But Authority Never Appears (And How To Change That)

Building authority in eLearning requires deep, nuanced content that addresses problems from multiple angles over time.
fromKotaku
9 hours ago

Amazon Issues A Stark Reminder That Digital Ownership Is A Lie

Amazon has informed Kindle owners that any e-readers from 2012 and earlier will no longer be supported as of May 20, 2026. Users can still read downloaded books but cannot purchase new ones, and a factory reset will render the device unusable.
Gadgets
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
3 weeks ago

How Libraries Shape AI Literacy on Campus

Librarians have been actively collaborating and talking about it almost every day, whether it's creating tutorials and digital learning objectives or thinking about the conversations to have with instructors. It can feel like cognitive dissonance to be actively working with AI on a regular basis and also saying we're constantly thinking about the harms and the biases.
Higher education
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
6 days ago

AI Prompts For eLearning Content Creation: From Microlearning o Scenario Design

AI prompts enhance eLearning content creation by enabling faster, structured, and tailored outputs for Instructional Designers.
#microlearning
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago

Microlearning Solutions For Mobile: How L&D Leaders Build Engaging, In-The-Flow-Of-Work Learning

Mobile microlearning solutions effectively address time scarcity and fragmented attention, providing quick, accessible training for modern employees.
fromeLearning Industry
4 weeks ago
Online learning

Microlearning For Associations: A Playbook For Engagement, Retention, And Revenue [eBook Launch]

Microlearning modules enable associations to boost member engagement, improve retention, and create diversified revenue streams through flexible, bite-sized training experiences.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago

Microlearning Solutions For Mobile: How L&D Leaders Build Engaging, In-The-Flow-Of-Work Learning

Mobile microlearning solutions effectively address time scarcity and fragmented attention, providing quick, accessible training for modern employees.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
4 weeks ago

Microlearning For Associations: A Playbook For Engagement, Retention, And Revenue [eBook Launch]

Microlearning modules enable associations to boost member engagement, improve retention, and create diversified revenue streams through flexible, bite-sized training experiences.
#e-ink
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago

eBook Launch: How AI Can Help Scale Soft Skills Training

AI enables scalable and measurable training for soft skills like empathy and communication through advanced language analysis and virtual practice scenarios.
#digital-learning
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
2 weeks ago

The Growing Impact Of eLearning On Workforce Skill Development

Digital learning solutions are essential for modern workforce skill development, offering flexibility and continuous access to training materials.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
2 weeks ago

The Growing Impact Of eLearning On Workforce Skill Development

Digital learning solutions are essential for modern workforce skill development, offering flexibility and continuous access to training materials.
Books
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Everyone Tells Me It's the Way to Read. I'll Never Give In.

A Gen Z reader reads exclusively physical books, completing over 100 annually, finding them superior to digital formats for genuine reading engagement and enjoyment.
Writing
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Taking the Internet Novel Offline

Depicting internet-mediated life requires new narrative strategies that ground online behavior in familiar forms like family drama to keep readers engaged.
Parenting
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Children Starting School Are Trying to Swipe Books Like They're Phones

Many reception-age children cannot use books correctly, often treating pages like touchscreens, and heavy screen exposure is linked to developmental and behavioral concerns.
UX design
fromMedium
2 months ago

How reading patterns have changed

Primary button placement should align with left-to-right scanning patterns and evolving device-driven consumption habits rather than rigid left-or-right rules.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Turn Your Expertise Into Published Books Without the Time Commitment

Thought leadership content can generate significantly more engagement and trust with potential clients than traditional marketing. For entrepreneurs and business owners, publishing a non-fiction book can help establish credibility and open doors to speaking engagements, consulting opportunities, and new revenue streams. The challenge? Writing a book typically takes months or even years-time most business owners simply don't have. Youbooks AI Non-Fiction Book Generator offers a solution that bridges the gap between your expertise and a finished manuscript.
Business
Online learning
fromeLearning
3 weeks ago

Learning Without Limits: Embracing Mobile, Remote & On-Demand Training - eLearning

Modern workplaces are shifting from scheduled classroom training to continuous, on-demand learning accessible via mobile devices and remote platforms that fit naturally into employees' daily work.
Writing
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The 'Hopeless Labor' of Writing

AI chatbots and delivery robots threaten traditional writing by offering frictionless ease, undermining the pedagogical value of sustained effort and arduous composition.
fromMedium
2 months ago

How reading patterns have changed

I want to revisit the age old question about "button placement", to see how UX may have shifted, and how the technology we have now may have changed the way we consume content. And how that, in turn, impacts how buttons and UI elements are placed. If we read from left to right, where should the primary button go: left or right?
UX design
Gadgets
fromEsquire
3 weeks ago

The 3 Best E-Readers That Fit in Your Pocket

The Boox Palma 2 is a pocket-sized color e-reader with stylus support, smooth refresh rates, and compatibility with popular reading apps, offering premium features at a higher price point.
Writing
fromNature
2 months ago

Technology is changing how we write - and how we think about writing

Writing systems, tools, media and human factors interact with technology to shape the evolution and practice of writing, altering composition methods and cognitive skills.
Gadgets
fromEsquire
4 weeks ago

The King of All E-Readers

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is a lightweight, portable e-reader that eliminates excuses for not reading by offering access to thousands of books with a paper-like screen.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Last year I read 137 books': could setting targets help you put down your phone and pick up a book?

Public tracking and gamified reading goals risk turning reading into a competitive, metric-driven activity that can undermine enjoyment, deep engagement and sustainable reading habits.
Education
fromeLearning Industry
2 months ago

eBook Release Recap: January 2026 Launches You May Have Missed

Organizations should reassess LMS suitability, implement structured onboarding, and adopt AI-ready L&D strategies addressing five forces reshaping enterprise learning for 2026.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Is It Necessary to Read Anymore?

I don't read that much these days. I am lucky now if I read one novel a month. I am ashamed to admit that my current book has been open for six weeks. This isn't me. I am a lifelong devoted reader: the kid who hauled home a bicycle basket full of books from the public library every Saturday, and the teenager who found solace in reading myself into other lives.
Books
Education
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Are we in a literacy crisis?

Children's reading comprehension and book-reading are declining due to technology, reduced parental presence, and educational factors, risking negative long-term societal impacts.
Books
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

A Journey Through the World of Book Publishing

Sharing professional and personal insights through books can extend reach; choosing traditional publishing or self-publishing involves distinct tradeoffs.
Education
fromeLearning Industry
2 months ago

The Education Industry: Shaping Economies, Skills, And The Future Of Learning

Modern education has evolved into a technology-enabled, flexible, and resilient ecosystem that expands access, aligns learning with workforce needs, and drives societal and economic development.
Books
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Create Amazon-Ready Books Without the Busywork With This AI Book Creator for 82% Off

Aivolut AI Book Creator rapidly turns ideas into full-length, human-sounding books, automates formatting and Amazon KDP metadata, and offers a $118.99 lifetime Starter Plan.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

My favorite color e-reader is on sale, just in time for my 2026 reading goals

Kindle Colorsoft is a high-performing color e-reader, now 20% off at $200, ideal for vivid comics, magazines, and organized colored highlights.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

How I effectively turned my regular tablet into an e-reader (and it works on iPad or Android)

Any iPad or Android tablet can mimic an e-reader with tweaks, offering larger storage and versatility but requiring adjustments to reduce eye strain and distractions.
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