Wireless Reading Devices

**TomSD** · 10-06-2010, 10:17 PM

I own a Nook WiFi only (no 3G) and love it. With an ebook manager like Clibre the format of the book doesn't really matter unless it has DRM.

**jockeys** · 10-06-2010, 10:44 PM

Originally Posted by TomSD

I own a Nook WiFi only (no 3G) and love it. With an ebook manager like Clibre the format of the book doesn't really matter unless it has DRM.

I have the same device and use the same software... love both.

**Fbones24** · 10-07-2010, 09:16 PM

I received the latest generation Kindle and I absolutely love it. I switched over from the Sony PRS 505 and I am very, very happy. I love the built in dictionary, the highlighting function and the ability to adjust the text size instantly.

I was happy with my Sony, but the Kindle is a step up and at an amazing price.

**sinnfein** · 10-07-2010, 09:41 PM

I love my kindle, I have never used any other ones so I can't comment on them

**LX_Emergency** · 10-08-2010, 06:12 AM

I just recieved an Ipad. It's decent. And you can run Kindle software on it as well. Couple of downsides:

Expensive
Shiny screen
Won't read very well in full sunshine.

However couple of pro's:
A lot more functionality
will run multiple types of e-books

If I had to buy it I wouldn't have but as a gift from my employer I greatly appreciate it.

**Shoki** · 10-08-2010, 03:27 PM

I'd love one but that extra cash from Kindle to iPad went toward shaving gear

I hope I will get one from work some day. That's how I got my iPhone.

**basil** · 10-08-2010, 04:53 PM

I used to read ebooks from my iPhone which I found really convenient. But once I started reading for longer than half hour I would get the biggest headaches.

I don't know if this happens to anyone else but it really sucks. So now I just stick to the real books.

**Fbones24** · 10-08-2010, 04:55 PM

Originally Posted by basil

I used to read ebooks from my iPhone which I found really convenient. But once I started reading for longer than half hour I would get the biggest headaches.

I don't know if this happens to anyone else but it really sucks. So now I just stick to the real books.

I could understand how reading from a computer like screen could give you a headache.

However, I have owned two e-readers, The sony prs 505 and the latest edition Kindle and both are better than reading from a book. The text is adjustable, the contrast is adjustable and the greyish background is so easy on the eyes.

**TomSD** · 10-09-2010, 06:42 AM

Yeah eInk is an awesome technology for casual reading.

**majurey** · 10-09-2010, 06:54 PM

Wow, amazing how much difference a year makes. Even I have just bought myself a Kindle3 (although as a publisher I do feel kinda dirty now

). I started using the Kindle app on my Android phone, then Kindle on my laptop. I also tried Kobo on by phone and PC. In the end, much that I hate Amazon, I had to admit that, in terms of the software and storefront, Amazon really do have it sussed.

An analogy is with the various MP3 players competing with the original iPod. Why did the Zune tank and iPod reign supreme? I reckon it's about the software and storefront, i.e. iTunes. It was such a no-brainer in terms of buying and downloading tracks. I found the Kindle is to iPod as Kindle Store is to iTunes. Right now, Kindle is winning hands down, although Apple's iBookstore is catching up with respect to sales volume.

Google has really fumbled and have delayed launch until next year.

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