Hello from Florida

fkeefe · 04-14-2009, 08:21 PM

Hi. I've just begun my research into an ebook reader, and used Google to find this site, which appears to be chock full of informations and opinions -- exactly what I was looking for.
I also read a rumor that Barnes & Noble was considering their own device, but not sure how true that might be.

I'll be heading to Ireland for a holiday in July, and would like to make a decision and purchase before then. I welcome any and all feedback (I know....I must be crazy!) Thanks all!

Frances

Ervserver · 04-14-2009, 11:03 PM

Hello Frances

desertgrandma · 04-14-2009, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fkeefe

Hi. I've just begun my research into an ebook reader, and used Google to find this site, which appears to be chock full of informations and opinions -- exactly what I was looking for.
I also read a rumor that Barnes & Noble was considering their own device, but not sure how true that might be.

I'll be heading to Ireland for a holiday in July, and would like to make a decision and purchase before then. I welcome any and all feedback (I know....I must be crazy!) Thanks all!

Frances

Hello, fkeefe, and welcome to Mobileread.

Do you currently have a Kindle 2 as shown on your profile, or is that what you are thinking of getting?

Curly · 04-15-2009, 04:32 AM

Hi Francis and welcome!

I'm sure you will find loads of information here to help you find the right device. Let us know how you get on.

MickeyC · 04-15-2009, 12:07 PM

Hi Frances and welcome to MobileRead. I've had a Sony 5050 for over a year now and really like it.

jairizarry · 04-15-2009, 07:35 PM

Hi,

I'm Julie on the Treasure Coast. I have a Sony 500 that I bought about 3 years ago. I was actually on the waiting list as soon as I read the reviews from the Las Vegas tech show that year!

I've just upgraded to the 505, didn't get the 700 because of the lack of screen definition that the touch screen causes. Also, too many people on this forum recommended the 505.

Well, good luck on your decision. I've taken my book everywhere and I still get people asking me what it is. I tell them it's an Ipod for books. That seems to satisfy most people.

By the way, the black leather cover on my reader is just now getting ratty with little crumbs falling off. I guess 3 years is about the lifespan for the covers. Also, dropped mine one time and put a tiny dent on the upper right corner, but it still works fine. The battery is still holding a charge well. The only criticism I have is the awful website for buying the books. They really should just start over on that.

Hope this helps.

Julie

GraceKrispy · 04-17-2009, 02:13 AM

Aloha! Welcome to MR. I vote Sony 505

Check out the which one should I buy forum for some great discourse on various devices. whichever one you pick, you'll be thrilled!

04-14-2009, 08:21 PM	#1
fkeefe Junior Member Posts: 1 Karma: 10 Join Date: Apr 2009 Device: kindle 2	Hello from Florida Hi. I've just begun my research into an ebook reader, and used Google to find this site, which appears to be chock full of informations and opinions -- exactly what I was looking for. I also read a rumor that Barnes & Noble was considering their own device, but not sure how true that might be. I'll be heading to Ireland for a holiday in July, and would like to make a decision and purchase before then. I welcome any and all feedback (I know....I must be crazy!) Thanks all! Frances

04-15-2009, 07:35 PM	#6
jairizarry Member Posts: 12 Karma: 10 Join Date: Apr 2009 Device: PRS-500	Are you on the Treasure Coast? Hi, I'm Julie on the Treasure Coast. I have a Sony 500 that I bought about 3 years ago. I was actually on the waiting list as soon as I read the reviews from the Las Vegas tech show that year! I've just upgraded to the 505, didn't get the 700 because of the lack of screen definition that the touch screen causes. Also, too many people on this forum recommended the 505. Well, good luck on your decision. I've taken my book everywhere and I still get people asking me what it is. I tell them it's an Ipod for books. That seems to satisfy most people. By the way, the black leather cover on my reader is just now getting ratty with little crumbs falling off. I guess 3 years is about the lifespan for the covers. Also, dropped mine one time and put a tiny dent on the upper right corner, but it still works fine. The battery is still holding a charge well. The only criticism I have is the awful website for buying the books. They really should just start over on that. Hope this helps. Julie

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Ervserver Wizard Posts: 2,624 Karma: 1008294 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Iowa, USA Device: Nook Simple Touch	Hello Frances

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Curly I need a holiday! Posts: 1,227 Karma: 4622 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Scotland Device: PRS-505, ipod touch	Hi Francis and welcome! I'm sure you will find loads of information here to help you find the right device. Let us know how you get on.

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MickeyC Grand Sorcerer Posts: 16,732 Karma: 12185114 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Florida Device: iPhone 6 plus, Sony T1, iPad 3	Hi Frances and welcome to MobileRead. I've had a Sony 5050 for over a year now and really like it.

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GraceKrispy It's Dr. Penguin now! Posts: 3,909 Karma: 4705733 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: (USA) Device: iPad mini, Samsung Note 3, Sony PRS-650 (rarely used now)	Aloha! Welcome to MR. I vote Sony 505 Check out the which one should I buy forum for some great discourse on various devices. whichever one you pick, you'll be thrilled!