01-07-2011, 12:33 PM | #16 | |
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Amazon probably has a better grasp on today's market than others, because it's seeing hardware and book-sale results unfiltered by others. Even Amazon doesn't know reader preferences longer term, though, because tablet technology hasn't stabilized. |
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01-07-2011, 12:38 PM | #17 |
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I predict that there is a sufficiently large market for cheap (50$ or below), robust (unbreakable), semi-rugged (think water- and sandproof) dedicated reading devices, using e-ink or a similar technology, providing high contrast and great battery life. Black and white for now, color eventually.
Will there be tablets as well? Of course. Will Kindle run on those? Obviously. These markets are not exclusive. |
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01-07-2011, 12:39 PM | #18 | |
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01-07-2011, 12:43 PM | #19 | |
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01-07-2011, 12:48 PM | #20 |
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Yup! Also, in the US the iPhone is tied to AT&T which not everyone is happy with. Those who wanted the iPhone functionality but not the AT&T network bought the Touch.
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01-07-2011, 01:27 PM | #21 | |
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Unfortunately, and especially for smaller companies, showing stuff at CES means jack. http://ces.cnet.com/8301-31045_1-10428337-269.html http://www.tgdaily.com/consumer-elec...e-reader-queue Wake me up when you can actually buy an eReader with a Pixel Qi screen that weighs the same or less than an iPad. |
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01-07-2011, 07:22 PM | #22 |
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I think that a certain amount of skepticism is warranted given how long we've been hearing about this. I haven't seen one in person, so I'm not sure how it will compare to my e-ink screen. But I'm also concerned about cost, weight, and battery life.
I mean, yeah, I charge my phone everyday - but the fact that I manage to do that doesn't mean I want to charge more and more things every day. |
01-09-2011, 04:25 PM | #23 |
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I have a tablet with two reader applications. My sister has a reader and I was thinking on getting one when I received the tablet as a present. I have to say I really like it. I travel a lot because of my job and it is comfortable and can be used for many things.
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01-09-2011, 04:31 PM | #24 |
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Since the iphone costs a lot more than the competition in cell phones, the iphone needs to warrant the extra dollars that you pay for it. The competition being other smart phones such as blackberries. What does the iphone have that warrants its high price?
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01-09-2011, 04:42 PM | #25 |
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A not-slightly-yet-not-hugely better build quality, a more developed App Store (i.e more potential functions can be added in the form of apps), a strong brand value and... the initiative.
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01-09-2011, 05:13 PM | #26 | |
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There's no point looking for sense in buying an apple product. Apple fans will buy anything that is Apple because it's fashion, not because it's practical. However, because of that, Apple is in a unique position to move technology forward. They release a product for a market that doesn't exist and so many people go and buy it that a market springs up almost immediately. And of course, someone is going to say "Hey, we can read books on this!" and off that market moves. David. |
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01-09-2011, 07:02 PM | #27 | |
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My satisfaction with my iPod led me to buy an iPhone about two years ago, when I decided to get a smart phone. Used it and loved it, so I bought an iPad later. Loved it, so I bought another iPad, which I gave to someone else. It was her first Apple product. She loved it and has since bought an iPhone 4. I also bought an iPhone 4 last year when I needed an unlocked phone overseas. A couple of weeks ago, I dropped it from about 4 feet, without a case, onto ceramic tile. Totally my fault. The screen was cracked, so I took it to an Apple store while in the U.S. I was prepared to pay for a repair, but they gave me a brand-new one for free. As a consumer, I'm loyal only to myself. If some other company can deliver Apple-quality products and service, I'll give it due consideration. What it will take for me to switch: reliable, user-friendly hardware and a strong, reliable offering of apps. I hope the Android marketplace is headed that way. It's still too Wild West for me right now. I'm a tech 'tard. I just want tech that works, without messing about. Price counts, but that's not my first priority. |
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01-09-2011, 07:35 PM | #28 | |
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For that matter, the real cost of all of these phones is the plan, which is also fairly similar across companies. |
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01-10-2011, 12:37 AM | #29 |
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I still like e-ink, but if something came out with the same contrast and no glare like e-ink with reliable battery life, and more computer functions I would buy it too
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01-10-2011, 01:11 AM | #30 |
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Personally, I don't want an all-in-one type of device. I like a dedicated reader as it gets me away from being connected (mine obviously has no wifi). I want to focus on the story the author is telling and not be distracted by the constant tweets, facebook updates, incoming emails, RSS feeds, and all of the other distractions being connected brings.
I absolutely love my Sony 650, it is just perfect for me. I can hold it in one hand, turning the page with a flick of the thumb of the hand i'm holding it with, leaving my other hand free to pet and cuddle the dogs, stir / drink my coffee, adjust the blankets, and anything else. A device that was thicker or heavier just wouldn't allow this range of function. |
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