Sony Reader Daily Edition - SCOOP! - Page 4

CTH · 08-25-2009, 11:06 AM

I am not sure I like the 7 inch screen... one more type of screen that content needs formating for... sure ePub with reflow will prob work but what will happen if you want to read comics on it or a magazine?

And 3G connectivity might not work outside US and possible UK (if they sell it there too) and the library thing wont work at all.

So what will a Swede like me do?

However I like that Sony seems to put some money and work into the ereader market.

pilotbob · 08-25-2009, 11:06 AM

OK, I don't think EVERY Sony owner can check out ebooks from the NYPL. You have to have a library card. The NYPL is the first one that will be linked into the "Library Finder" feature. It looks like most libraries serviced by Overdrive will be linked into it.

BOb

zelda_pinwheel · 08-25-2009, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by pilotbob

OK, I don't think EVER Sony owner can check out ebooks from the NYPL. You have to have a library card. The NYPL is the first one that will be linked into the "Library Finder" feature. It looks like most libraries serviced by Overdrive will be linked into it.

BOb

ah, if you're right, that's disappointing, although not that suprising i guess.

pilotbob · 08-25-2009, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by CTH

And 3G connectivity might not work outside US and possible UK (if they sell it there too) and the library thing wont work at all.

So what will a Swede like me do?

There is a Sony event scheduled in the UK (London) for tomorrow. Perhaps some of those questions will be answered.

BOb

Abecedary · 08-25-2009, 11:08 AM

When you see all 3 readers next to each other, it's pretty clear that the Daily doesn't have a 7" diagonal screen. I think when they 7" wide, they actually mean 7" wide when put in landscape mode.

EDIT: Some quick back of the envelope calculations with Photoshop show that the diagonal on the Daily's screen is about 7.7". That's assuming that the side-by-side shots are fairly accurate representations.

Be Szpilman · 08-25-2009, 11:09 AM

I'm getting convinced.. I think Sony is pushing in the right direction, if you'll forgive the pun.

Still, can't say I'm happy with the US-centered focus.
Well, at least it gives Sony a means to beat Amazon in american soils, then go on rampaging worldwide.

Lemurion · 08-25-2009, 11:09 AM

NYPL access is interesting - do Canadians get it too? Also, they said all Sony Readers - so does this back-port to the 505? What about the 500? When is the new software going to be available?

Yes I have lots of questions

NatCh · 08-25-2009, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Abecedary

Engadget has some more pics up. The AR definitely does lean towards the tall 'n skinny side--it's not just the angle of the shots.

Yep, with clear, straight-on shots, it's definitely tall 'n skinny. I graciously concede the point.

pilotbob · 08-25-2009, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by bzpilman

I'm getting convinced.. I think Sony is pushing in the right direction, if you'll forgive the pun.

This does seem to blow out of the water all of the "Sony is getting out of the eBook" FUD people in that "other" thread.

BOb

Abecedary · 08-25-2009, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by pilotbob

This does seem to blow out of the water all of the "Sony is getting out of the eBook" FUD people in that "other" thread.

BOb

No Bob, let's not be hasty. I still think that Sony may be planning to leave the eBook market...

Riocaz · 08-25-2009, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by NatCh

Yep, with clear, straight-on shots, it's definitely tall 'n skinny. I graciously concede the point.

There's a first :-P

Here's hoping that tomorrow's UK announcement will be availability in the UK. I really wanna see one of these up close and personal like.

Labib Rahman · 08-25-2009, 11:12 AM

Someone mentioned a 300 dollar price point. I really don't think that's possible given that the Reader Touch Edition is going at 300 dollars now.

zelda_pinwheel · 08-25-2009, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Abecedary

No Bob, let's not be hasty. I still think that Sony may be planning to leave the eBook market...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Labib Rahman

Someone mentioned a 300 dollar price point. I really don't think that's possible given that the Reader Touch Edition is going at 300 dollars now.

i suspect it will be closer to 400$

pilotbob · 08-25-2009, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Labib Rahman

Someone mentioned a 300 dollar price point. I really don't think that's possible given that the Reader Touch Edition is going at 300 dollars now.

I mentioned it was a mis print on Engadget's site. The Reader Daily Edition is going to retail at $399.

BOb

igorsk · 08-25-2009, 11:14 AM

From the PR:

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In portrait mode, about 30-35 lines of text are visible, making the experience very similar to that of a printed paperback book. A high contrast ratio with 16 levels of grayscale ensures that text and images are crisp and easy to read. The Daily Edition also boasts an attractive aluminum body with an integrated cover for durability.

08-25-2009, 11:08 AM	#50
Abecedary Exwyzeeologist Posts: 535 Karma: 3261 Join Date: Jun 2009 Device: :PRS-505::iPod touch:	When you see all 3 readers next to each other, it's pretty clear that the Daily doesn't have a 7" diagonal screen. I think when they 7" wide, they actually mean 7" wide when put in landscape mode. EDIT: Some quick back of the envelope calculations with Photoshop show that the diagonal on the Daily's screen is about 7.7". That's assuming that the side-by-side shots are fairly accurate representations. Last edited by Abecedary; 08-25-2009 at 11:17 AM.

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08-25-2009, 11:06 AM	#46
CTH Zealot Posts: 129 Karma: 1000153 Join Date: Jan 2007	I am not sure I like the 7 inch screen... one more type of screen that content needs formating for... sure ePub with reflow will prob work but what will happen if you want to read comics on it or a magazine? And 3G connectivity might not work outside US and possible UK (if they sell it there too) and the library thing wont work at all. So what will a Swede like me do? However I like that Sony seems to put some money and work into the ereader market.

08-25-2009, 11:06 AM	#47
pilotbob Grand Sorcerer Posts: 19,832 Karma: 11844413 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tampa, FL USA Device: Kindle Touch	OK, I don't think EVERY Sony owner can check out ebooks from the NYPL. You have to have a library card. The NYPL is the first one that will be linked into the "Library Finder" feature. It looks like most libraries serviced by Overdrive will be linked into it. BOb

08-25-2009, 11:09 AM	#51
Be Szpilman Fetch that LRF Posts: 63 Karma: 44 Join Date: Jul 2008 Device: Sony Reader PRS-505, Treo 650	I'm getting convinced.. I think Sony is pushing in the right direction, if you'll forgive the pun. Still, can't say I'm happy with the US-centered focus. Well, at least it gives Sony a means to beat Amazon in american soils, then go on rampaging worldwide.

08-25-2009, 11:09 AM	#52
Lemurion eReader Posts: 2,750 Karma: 4968470 Join Date: Aug 2007 Device: Note 5; PW3; Nook HD+; ChuWi Hi12; iPad	NYPL access is interesting - do Canadians get it too? Also, they said all Sony Readers - so does this back-port to the 505? What about the 500? When is the new software going to be available? Yes I have lots of questions

08-25-2009, 11:12 AM	#57
Labib Rahman Enthusiast Posts: 44 Karma: 576 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bangladesh Device: Sony PRS-505, Sony PSP and an age old Dell Inspiron 1150	Someone mentioned a 300 dollar price point. I really don't think that's possible given that the Reader Touch Edition is going at 300 dollars now.

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