Kindle Paperwhite 5 may feature the adjustable warm light, but I need one little software update much more.
As you know, the current Kindle Paperwhite model features a Dark Mode toggle in the quick menu. You can invert the colors of the background and text to better suit the nighttime reading.
The Dark Mode on the Kindle is similar to dark mode in mobile operating systems and modern browsers – but opposite to them, you have to manually turn it on and off.
And it’s where I hope to see some improvement. I would love to see an option to enable automatic Dark Mode based on either sunset/sunrise time or a custom schedule.
The Dark Mode toggle could stay in the quick menu, but an option to enable automatic mode could be added to the Settings.
From my experience, the Dark Mode is much better for night reading than the warm light, especially when you read in bed with the bedside light turned off. Even if you put the Kindle’s front light brightness to the lowest possible level, the black text against the light background is a hell of distraction. And it always makes me feel that it hurts my eyes (hurts my eyes, the e-reader?).
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 5 feature request – automatic Dark Mode
I am aware that an interface of the e-reading device or app has to be streamlined in two modes: the library view and the reading view. I realize that some users would never think of enabling the dark mode in the reading view, but would accept it in the library interface.
The automatic Dark Mode is a software improvement. There is no need to invest in a warm light technology. I can’t understand why it’s not implemented in Kindle mobile apps, and I’m impatiently waiting to see it in the next-generation Kindle Paperwhite.
See the visualization of the automatic Dark Mode in the Kindle Paperwhite 5 and think of doing it manually every time you turn on the e-reader at night.
• • •
We removed a comment system to increase your privacy and reduce distractions. Let’s discuss this article in your WordPress Reader, or on Twitter and Facebook. You can also follow us on Google News.
Based on recommendations from top tech sites and customer reviews.
• • •
Innovative pillow stand – great for hands-free use
An improved version of a popular Lamicall tablet pillow comes now with a side pocket for a digital pen or small accessories. The stand is two-sided, with three angles on each side. It’s made of durable materials and is available in five fashionable colors.
A high-capacity and lightweight power bank with intelligent LED display and three built-in charging cables: micro USB, USB-C, and Lightning. A hand strap doubles as one of the charging cables. No more cable mess!
Portfolio tablet case with accessories compartment
This customer favorited case bag from Tomtoc is compatible with all tablets up to 11 inches. It has passed the Military Standard Drop Test, and comes with an internal mesh pocket for accessories. Available in over ten colors.
Geek and book lover who has been recently updated to the latest beta operating system which is still full of bugs. Blogger by day, designer by night. Founder of Ebook Friendly and Geek Updated.
We removed all social buttons, but if you wish to share this post on Twitter or Facebook, use the box below. It will securely open the sharing panel in a new browser tab.
One setting I would love to see in Kindle Paperwhite 5https://geekupdated.com/kindle-paperwhite-5-automatic-dark-mode-feature-request/via @geekupdated
Let positive energy into your life with this vintage “Joy Forever” design using the 1960s font face and bright colors. Available on t-shirts, sweatshirts, long sleeves, tote bags, throw pillows, and iPhone cases among others.
• If you plan to watch many movies on your iPad, don’t overpay for a stand cover. • Get a combination of an affordable iPad case and a hands-free watching gear.
• It’s too small for professional tasks that require finger and stylus accuracy. • It’s too expensive for an 8-inch tablet that can be used mainly for basic needs.
• The number of third-party iPad mini 6 covers available on Amazon is growing quickly. • You can find not only basic designs, but also innovative covers and protective cases.
In this list, you will find the lesser-known, newly launched, and innovative accessories and appliances that may surprise you with how useful they are.
Manage Your Day-to-Day: Build Your Routine, Find Your Focus, and Sharpen Your Creative Mind
by 99U & Jocelyn K. Glei
Preface
The world we work in today is not the world of Michelangelo, of Marie Curie, of Ernest Hemingway, or even of Paul Rand. It is a new world, empowered and entranced by the rapid-fire introduction of new technologies—a world where our metaphysical front door is always open, where anyone can whisper in our ear, where a “room of one’s own” no longer means you’re all alone.
Creative minds are exceedingly sensitive to the buzz and whir of the world around them, and we now have to contend with a constant stream of chirps, pings, and alerts at all hours of the day. As these urgent demands tug us this way and that, it becomes increasingly difficult to find a centered space for creativity.
Taking stock of this challenging new landscape, 99U’s Manage Your Day-to-Day assembles insights around four key skill sets you must master to succeed: building a rock-solid daily routine, taming your tools (before they tame you), finding focus in a distracted world, and sharpening your creative mind.
Dedicating a chapter to each of these focus areas, we invited a group of seasoned thought leaders and creatives—Seth Godin, Stefan Sagmeister, Tony Schwartz, Gretchen Rubin, Dan Ariely, Linda Stone, Steven Pressfield, and others—to share their expertise. Our goal was to come at the problems and struggles of this new world of work from as many angles as possible.
Because we each have a unique set of strengths, weaknesses, and sensitivities, it is impossible to prescribe a single approach that will work for everyone. The right solution for you will always be personal—an idiosyncratic combination of strategies based on your own work demands, habits, and preferences.
We are stuck with technology when what we really want is just stuff that works.
– Douglas Adams –
• • •
Featured
Innovative pillow stand for hands-free use
From Lamicall comes a brand-new pillow stand with an “open jaw” design, a stylus holder, and a large pocket for your phone or charger. A perfect tablet or e-reader stand for hands-free use: reading, watching, or video calls.
Mashable Tech – latest news and reviews about apps, gadgets, and new technology
How-to Geek – an online magazine where experts explain technology
Wirecutter – expert tests and reviews of the newest devices, appliances, gear, and more
MacRumours How Tos – easy tips and guide for Mac, iPad, and iPhone users
9to5Mac Guides – tips and how-to posts for Mac users, breaking every day
Ebook Friendly – distraction-free lists and tips for book lovers who care about privacy
About us
No cookies! – we don’t use cookies on our website and don’t collect any information about you.
Affiliate links – we participate in Amazon and Skimlinks referral programs. If you buy a product through our website, we may receive a 1-4% commission.
