Finally, new Sony rumors

suncor · 08-12-2010, 08:28 PM

I didn't expect to be the first to see this, and apologies if it is elsewhere, or if I have done this wrong.

The two new Sony Reader devices will be very attractively priced, and are definitely much more compact and lighter than previous models with a possible width under 10mm. From what we’re hearing the new models will also have improved contrast and faster page turns. The PRS-650 will have a six inch screen while the PRS-350 will have a five inch screen. There will also be a bump in capacity from the usual 512MB or less found in currently Sony Reader models to 2GB of internal storage. We are not sure if that capacity bump extends to both devices, but will most certainly be true for the PRS-650. We also know that the PRS-650 will have Wi-Fi (and possibly free 3G), while the PRS-300 will not have any wireless connectivity (like the PRS-300).

http://www.sonyinsider.com/2010/08/1...s-coming-soon/

Lilly · 08-12-2010, 08:56 PM

I saw that about an hour ago. I've been expecting a new Sony Reader since Sony has released a new reader every year without fail since 2006 around October.

ardeegee · 08-12-2010, 09:11 PM

Touchscreens. Ugh.

Lilly · 08-12-2010, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ardeegee

Touchscreens. Ugh.

to each his own,

it's actually one of the things I love most about the Sony Readers.!

trevgriff · 08-12-2010, 09:26 PM

There is also a 950 on the way. And the touchscreen on the 900 rocks, at least for me. ;-)

fjtorres · 08-12-2010, 09:31 PM

Just what Sony needed; another reason for people *not* to buy the current-gen readers.

A 5" touch screen, huh?

porkupan · 08-12-2010, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by fjtorres

Just what Sony needed; another reason for people *not* to buy the current-gen readers.

A 5" touch screen, huh?

Maybe with the Pearl it will be just right...

SensualPoet · 08-12-2010, 09:42 PM

It is consistent with the price drops in recent weeks of the existing models. Until the Kindle 3 is actually in market, there isn't a huge need to be dropping prices drastically or launching new models. A little market maintenance is a good idea, and drawing down unsold stock of old models, too. It's a very well kept secret if the models are going to hit as early as September.

wallcraft · 08-12-2010, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by porkupan

Maybe with the Pearl it will be just right...

The report strongly suggests Pearl screens:

Quote:

From what we’re hearing the new models will also have improved contrast and faster page turns.

peitsao · 08-12-2010, 09:46 PM

Current-gens are sold out on Sony's website, but you can find them on discount sites like buy.com.

SensualPoet · 08-12-2010, 09:54 PM

There's no shortage of Sony e-readers in Canada at the online Sony store, or the two largest big box electronic retailers. (Maybe because the 600 series is $230?)

Kris777 · 08-12-2010, 11:07 PM

It will be nice to see some pictures

simplyparticular · 08-13-2010, 12:12 AM

If they manage to get rid of the glare, I am so ready for a 650 or even a 350.

Given the statement about not racing to be cheapest,I wonder what Sony considers attractive pricing? Same or above Kindle/nook?

Darn it, I knew I should have kept the 600's light cover!

charleski · 08-13-2010, 12:47 AM

With a proper touchscreen the Sonys can afford to be a bit more expensive than the Kindle3 as long as the 350 is under £150. Sony will never be able to compete with Amazon's ecosystem, so the whole issue of wireless connectivity is moot - the Kindle will always be a better choice for those scared of computers.

I have 200 books on my 505 and still have almost 60MB free, so internal flash capacity is a bit of a non-issue, but I suppose they have to play the numbers game for the spec sheets.

Alisa · 08-13-2010, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by charleski

the Kindle will always be a better choice for those scared of computers.

Or people who like the flexibility of getting the book they want to read when they want to read it. I could buy ahead on spec but why do so when I don't have to? I assure you, I'm quite comfortable with computers as are all the Kindle owners I know. I'm sure there are those that aren't but it's a bit of an assumption to make that the main appeal of the wireless is due to fear and incompetence.

08-12-2010, 08:28 PM	#1
suncor Member Posts: 13 Karma: 128 Join Date: Jul 2010 Device: Sony 650	Finally, new Sony rumors I didn't expect to be the first to see this, and apologies if it is elsewhere, or if I have done this wrong. The two new Sony Reader devices will be very attractively priced, and are definitely much more compact and lighter than previous models with a possible width under 10mm. From what we’re hearing the new models will also have improved contrast and faster page turns. The PRS-650 will have a six inch screen while the PRS-350 will have a five inch screen. There will also be a bump in capacity from the usual 512MB or less found in currently Sony Reader models to 2GB of internal storage. We are not sure if that capacity bump extends to both devices, but will most certainly be true for the PRS-650. We also know that the PRS-650 will have Wi-Fi (and possibly free 3G), while the PRS-300 will not have any wireless connectivity (like the PRS-300). http://www.sonyinsider.com/2010/08/1...s-coming-soon/

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08-12-2010, 08:56 PM	#2
Lilly Guru Posts: 688 Karma: 2090 Join Date: Dec 2007 Device: Sony PRS-505, PRS-900 & PRS-950, Amazon Kindle2	I saw that about an hour ago. I've been expecting a new Sony Reader since Sony has released a new reader every year without fail since 2006 around October.

08-12-2010, 09:11 PM	#3
ardeegee Maratus speciosus butt Posts: 3,292 Karma: 1162698 Join Date: Sep 2009 Device: PRS-350	Touchscreens. Ugh.

08-12-2010, 09:26 PM	#5
trevgriff Zealot Posts: 149 Karma: 1001622 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: iPad Mini - Main Reader (iPad 3 backup, iPhone 4s back to my backup)	There is also a 950 on the way. And the touchscreen on the 900 rocks, at least for me. ;-)

08-12-2010, 09:31 PM	#6
fjtorres Grand Sorcerer Posts: 11,732 Karma: 128354696 Join Date: May 2009 Location: 26 kly from Sgr A* Device: T100TA,PW2,PRS-T1,KT,FireHD 8.9,K2, PB360,BeBook One,Axim51v,TC1000	Just what Sony needed; another reason for people not to buy the current-gen readers. A 5" touch screen, huh?

08-12-2010, 09:42 PM	#8
SensualPoet Wizard Posts: 2,302 Karma: 2607151 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Toronto Device: Kobo Aura HD, Kindle Paperwhite, Asus ZenPad 3, Kobo Glo	It is consistent with the price drops in recent weeks of the existing models. Until the Kindle 3 is actually in market, there isn't a huge need to be dropping prices drastically or launching new models. A little market maintenance is a good idea, and drawing down unsold stock of old models, too. It's a very well kept secret if the models are going to hit as early as September.

08-12-2010, 09:46 PM	#10
peitsao Addict Posts: 211 Karma: 32760 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Allegheny Mountains Device: Kobo mini, PW3,NookST	Current-gens are sold out on Sony's website, but you can find them on discount sites like buy.com.

08-12-2010, 09:54 PM	#11
SensualPoet Wizard Posts: 2,302 Karma: 2607151 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Toronto Device: Kobo Aura HD, Kindle Paperwhite, Asus ZenPad 3, Kobo Glo	There's no shortage of Sony e-readers in Canada at the online Sony store, or the two largest big box electronic retailers. (Maybe because the 600 series is $230?)

08-12-2010, 11:07 PM	#12
Kris777 Banned Posts: 1,767 Karma: 2520493 Join Date: Oct 2008 Device: Nexus 7, jetBook-Lite, jetBook mini, Toshiba Thrive, JETBOOK COLOR	It will be nice to see some pictures

08-13-2010, 12:12 AM	#13
simplyparticular Guru Posts: 610 Karma: 1395952 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New York Device: Oasis 3 & GlowLight 4	If they manage to get rid of the glare, I am so ready for a 650 or even a 350. Given the statement about not racing to be cheapest,I wonder what Sony considers attractive pricing? Same or above Kindle/nook? Darn it, I knew I should have kept the 600's light cover!

08-13-2010, 12:47 AM	#14
charleski Wizard Posts: 1,196 Karma: 1281258 Join Date: Sep 2009 Device: PRS-505	With a proper touchscreen the Sonys can afford to be a bit more expensive than the Kindle3 as long as the 350 is under £150. Sony will never be able to compete with Amazon's ecosystem, so the whole issue of wireless connectivity is moot - the Kindle will always be a better choice for those scared of computers. I have 200 books on my 505 and still have almost 60MB free, so internal flash capacity is a bit of a non-issue, but I suppose they have to play the numbers game for the spec sheets.

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