This is why smartphone case maker, PocketBook, came up with a case for the Samsung Galaxy S4 called CoverReader that also acts as a secondary low-res screen for the flagship handset. PocketBook’s S4 case makes use of a 4.3-inch PlasticLogic-made display panel with 640x480 resolution. The only two drawbacks about the case right now is that it adds a little bulk to the device when attached and that it only works with PocketBook’s e-reader app. We can probably live with the additional heft and thickness, but it would’ve certainly been better if we can use the CoverReader for other apps like browser. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qx01A6P5pK8 But considering that such accessory is still relatively new, we expect that the next iterations of the CoverReader will eventually have other capabilities. Pricing and availability is yet to be announced, but The Digital Reader claims that the 4.8-inch version of the CoverReader will retail for 99 euros and will be available in October. Read more in our articles including "PocketBook CoverReader; not your typical smartphone case" and "M1-powered 13-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac Mini now available at Beyond the Box".
Let’s face it; we don’t always need the super bright, 1080p display of our smartphone,…
Sep 9, 2013
Beyond the Box has announced the availability and pricing of Apple’s latest M1-powered MacBook Pro,…
Dec 29, 2020Apple’s newest MacBook has just arrived in the Philippines, along with refreshed MacBook Airs and…
Apr 12, 2015Announcement of the new line of Apple Macbooks, Mac Airs and MBPs have just concluded.…
Oct 15, 2008
ProtoArc is a computer peripherals brand that is making ergonomics the central theme of its…
May 7, 2026
Apple has launched its 2026 Pride Collection in the Philippines, headlined by the new Apple…
May 5, 2026This is why smartphone case maker, PocketBook, came up with a case for the Samsung Galaxy S4 called CoverReader that also acts as a secondary low-res screen for the flagship handset. PocketBook’s S4 case makes use of a 4.3-inch PlasticLogic-made display panel with 640x480 resolution.
The only two drawbacks about the case right now is that it adds a little bulk to the device when attached and that it only works with PocketBook’s e-reader app. We can probably live with the additional heft and thickness, but it would’ve certainly been better if we can use the CoverReader for other apps like browser. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qx01A6P5pK8 But considering that such accessory is still relatively new, we expect that the next iterations of the CoverReader will eventually have other capabilities.
Our coverage of pocket book cover reader includes: "PocketBook CoverReader; not your typical smartphone case"; "M1-powered 13-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac Mini now available at Beyond the Box"; "Buying a MacBook: Which is the right one for you?". Each article provides unique insights and information.