03-19-2015, 07:33 PM | #1 |
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eBook Reader WITHOUT WiFi or 3G/4G
I do realize that I'm asking for the equivalent of, well, a bit of an antique, as most readers now come with WiFi and/or 3G/4G connectivity. However, I'm looking for a simple reader that will handle MOBI and/or ePUB files, but with NO wireless capability whatsoever.
Here's the only thing I've found which is still readily available: Sony E-Book Reader PRS-300 Any other suggestions? Thanks. |
03-19-2015, 07:35 PM | #2 |
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Or just get one with wireless and don't enable the wireless.
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03-19-2015, 07:42 PM | #3 |
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Is there any particular reason why an unused WiFi card is actively bad for your needs?
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03-19-2015, 07:55 PM | #4 |
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Yes, several--none of which would be particularly interesting. However, I just found the Sony E-Book Reader PRS-300SC factory-sealed on eBay for $30 incl shipping. So, I bought it. Now to see if it works for me. Most of my eBooks are in Mobi, but converting the few I want on this secondary device to ePUB should be easy enough w Calibre...
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03-19-2015, 08:01 PM | #5 |
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I think you'd have done better getting a Kobo Mini, same size screen but much better screen and resolution. Holds a lot more books, too. You don't have to turn wifi on.
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That's what led to the development of the NeRD, and the related USAF model: http://the-digital-reader.com/2014/0...reader-device/ |
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03-19-2015, 08:45 PM | #7 | |
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03-19-2015, 08:46 PM | #8 | |
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http://www.amazon.com/Slick-ER701-eR.../dp/B006F5QLOI Here are a couple more: http://www.trekstor.de/ebook-reader-en.html |
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03-19-2015, 08:52 PM | #9 |
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The JetBook Lite occasionally comes up at Ebay and other sites. No wifi or any other wireless options at all. Content must be loaded onto an SD card (or via a wired USB connection, but that's very slow). Also uses AA batteries (rechargeable or alkaline).
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03-19-2015, 09:00 PM | #11 |
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Are there no Sony PRS-350 or 650s available?
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03-19-2015, 09:01 PM | #12 | |
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03-19-2015, 09:02 PM | #13 |
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Moved OUT of the GENERAL DISCUSSION FORUM and to the Which One Should I Buy" thread.
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03-19-2015, 09:04 PM | #14 |
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03-19-2015, 09:56 PM | #15 |
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If you can find a deal on the discontinued Cybook Opus it's WiFi free and has two separate firmwares, one for Mobi & one for ePub.
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