# Solarized e-Books The Toshiba Solar 'Biblio Leaf' e-Book Will Rock Your Sunny World By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-12-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toshiba-solar-biblio-leaf References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2010/12/toshiba-unveils.php) With the recent emergence of iPads, tablets and eReaders, adding to the empire is [Toshiba](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x40l-k), who has released the new Toshiba Solar 'Biblio Leaf' e-book reader. With a slick and sleek white design, the Toshiba Solar e-book reader would be the perfect stocking stuffer for the eco bookworm. Measuring 8.5" x 5", the Toshiba eReader will contain wifi, 2 GB of memory and enough charge to read up to 25 books (approximately 75,000 pages). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Solar-powered Ereaders:** There is an opportunity for companies to develop more eco-friendly electronic reading devices that harness renewable energy. - **Smartphone/tablet-integrated Ereaders:** Developing eReaders that can be integrated with smartphones or tablets will offer users more convenience and versatility. - **Augmented Reality Ereaders:** The incorporation of augmented reality technology into eReaders has the potential to revolutionize the reading experience. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics manufacturers can take advantage of the trend towards eco-friendly technology by developing more sustainable devices. - **Publishing:** Publishers can explore the opportunities presented by the rise of eReaders, including developing new interactive and multimedia reading experiences. - **Education:** Incorporating augmented reality into eReaders can create more engaging and immersive educational experiences for students. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hands-Free Reading Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sol-reader.md) - [Vibrant Low-Power eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketbook-viva-ereader.md) - [Waterproof Eco-Conscious eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kobo-clara-2e.md) - [Stylus-Friendly eReader Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kobo-elipsa-2e.md) - [Advanced Battery Life eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nook-glowlight-4.md) - [Writing-Friendly Full-Color eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-kindle-scribe-colorsoft.md) - [Chromatic High-Resolution eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketbook-inkpad-color-3.md) - [Sleek Color-Display E-Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rakuten-kobo-clara-bw.md) - [Folded Page Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualscreen-ereader.md)