Opinion on eReaders?
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Opinion on eReaders?
I'm new to the forum, but I figured this was the best place to ask. I read quite a bit, especially when travelling, and I've been thinking lately about picking up an eReader and saving space in my bag.
I'm not too terribly tech savvy though, so I'm wondering, Kindle? Nook or Sony eReader?
I've heard that the Sony readers are nicest, but also most expensive. I would think that the Kindle would be the best bet because it's sold from Amazon though, but I don't think you can see that in stores can you?
Anyway, any advice would be much appreciated!
Thank you!
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As this isn't a road I've yet traveled down, I'll be curious to read what others have to say.
Best of luck with your research...
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But I am the type of person who love real paper books rather than the ebook, and Hope that the infomation can help you with your reading.
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To be honest, I'm thinking of going with the Sony because they're experienced electronics makers, and I'm not sure about Amazons ability to build something like this and have it last.
Anything I should know about the Sony Readers before going through with this?
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The reason I wouldn't get an iPad is because it has a backlit computer screen which will hurt your eyes after reading on it for long periods of time while the Kindle or Nook actually looks like a piece of paper. Also, with internet and games, I bet I would get distracted from actually reading.
The Sony reader was very difficult to navigate and didn't seem like they put a lot of effort into it.
When it came down to it, I was able to play around with and test the Nook before purchasing as opposed to the Kindle which you just have to assume will work fine. Honestly, I'd get anything other than an iPad for reading.
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Twenty years ago a student told me that her career ambition was to be a librarian. I asked why and she said, "I love books. I like the feel, the smell, I like how they look. I just love books." I shook my head and said, "Visit with some librarians. Books used to be their professional life but now it's information."
Paperbacks don't reallye excite me. I occasionally see one with print so small I can't read it. I occasionally get one that quickly falls apart due to bad glue.
I am old and for years I lived in towns with small libraries and very small local bookstores. I read, of course, but I didn't have much choice. Now, I live in Mexico and my selection of books in English is even smaller. I am waiting for my first ebook reader to arrive. I've already downloaded three books for my soon, hopefully, to arrive reader.
I'll see how it goes.