Reading with LED Flex Lamp or new Glo?

MrDoug · 10-16-2012, 11:11 PM

New here, but after reading lots of threads etc, I'm starting to question what is actually the best.. e-Reader with LED flex clip-on light or the new Glo for night reading? Standard e-Reader with Clip on LED compared to the new Glo like NOOK Glo or PW? shoot me your thoughts and opinions.. I have a friend who has the first Kindle with a Clip on LED and at night (in total darkness) it looks awesome.. as good as my Nook Glo.. if not better..

CWatkinsNash · 10-16-2012, 11:26 PM

I prefer my m-edge eluminator LED. But I have weird contrast and after-image issues so I can't speak for normal people when it comes to night-time reading techniques.

pidgeon92 · 10-17-2012, 12:15 AM

I've used a Kindle with two different Mighty Brights (the longer version, and the travel version), the K2 with the really nice Octovo Solis light, the K3 with the Amazon lighted case, and the K Touch with the Amazon lighted case, and now, the Kindle PW.

By far, my favorite is the PW. No more moving the light to get a better lighting angle, or to keep the beam out of my eyes. I don't find the PW perfect, but I find it much improved over any of the other solutions. By far it provides the most even lighting across the entire screen.

I often wake up in the middle of the night, and find it takes an hour or two to fall back to sleep. I can spend that time staring at the ceiling, or spend it reading, and in the past I often spent it staring at the ceiling because I couldn't bear to have a light beam in my eyes. With the PW, I no longer feel that way. It takes less than a minute for my eyes to adjust to the low light level, and I never have to shift the unit to any degree so the light isn't shining directly in my eyes.

MrDoug · 10-17-2012, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by pidgeon92

I've used a Kindle with two different Mighty Brights (the longer version, and the travel version), the K2 with the really nice Octovo Solis light, the K3 with the Amazon lighted case, and the K Touch with the Amazon lighted case, and now, the Kindle PW.

By far, my favorite is the PW. No more moving the light to get a better lighting angle, or to keep the beam out of my eyes. I don't find the PW perfect, but I find it much improved over any of the other solutions. By far it provides the most even lighting across the entire screen.

I often wake up in the middle of the night, and find it takes an hour or two to fall back to sleep. I can spend that time staring at the ceiling, or spend it reading, and in the past I often spent it staring at the ceiling because I couldn't bear to have a light beam in my eyes. With the PW, I no longer feel that way. It takes less than a minute for my eyes to adjust to the low light level, and I never have to shift the unit to any degree so the light isn't shining directly in my eyes.

Thanks for the reply.. I have KPW coming.. I have been using the Nook Glo recently and love it.. I hope the KPW has better black on white contrast..

cromag · 10-19-2012, 12:05 AM

I was without electricity for a week last year after our freak Halloween blizzard. I picked up a hinged LED reading light at the supermarket, and it worked just fine.

captkjaneway · 10-19-2012, 12:09 AM

Never used a Glo or PW, but happy with my m-edge eluminator LED and previously with an el-cheapo clip on LED......no need to look for another solution currently.

Quexos · 10-19-2012, 01:57 AM

Glo as soon as the thing is available here.

J. Strnad · 10-19-2012, 11:41 AM

I was happy with my Kindle Keyboard, but I decided to try the Paperwhite knowing that I could always send it back. It's a definite keeper! The easiest-to-use light + reader combo I've tried.

MrDoug · 10-19-2012, 12:48 PM

Still waiting on my KPW.. sheesh..

mycurlylocks · 10-19-2012, 02:12 PM

I've not tried the LED lit readers like the PW and the Glo, but I'm honestly not tempted either. I've always used a flex lamp with my Sony readers and will continue to do so. From what I've read about the new technology, it's not worth it to me to spend more money.

Even if my Sony PRS-T1 were to die suddenly, I'd just buy a T-2 and carry on. Plus I have my iPad retina, my favorite thing to read on. I love new gadgets, but I have to draw the line somewhere.

RainingLemur · 10-19-2012, 04:51 PM

I've seen some actual light clip-ons that do a REALLY great job of making the screen readable. But, after playing with my Paperwhite a bit, I've determined that (for me) it's the best combo for less-than-ideal-lighting reading. It looks great in the dark.

Kralik · 10-20-2012, 12:27 PM

I was thinking of buying a glowy reader, but after reading about the NST Glowlight problems and realizing I like my rooted NST much better than a Kindle, I decided to buy a light instead. After researching a bit I settles on the Kandle II. It illuminates the whole screen of my NST. The side opposite the Kandle (usually the bottom) is just a touch darker, but I don't suppose it would be much worse than the screen irregularities I've heard about on lighted readers. The Kandle II weighs about an ounce and doesn't require any real adjustment to light the whole screen. (Link)

There's also the Kandle Flex, which looks interesting. The Kandle "I" had a bunch of problems (lots of the negative reviews on Kandle II are actually issues from the first) so I'd steer clear of that one.

xg4bx · 10-20-2012, 01:00 PM

I use an LED clip-on but I'll be buying a paperwhite as soon as I have the moolah for one.

Tarana · 10-21-2012, 02:52 PM

I have an M-edge. I've used mom's PW and while I like it, I so rarely NEED additional lighting that I just can't justify it. I have a reading lamp by my chair, so the only time I've used the M-edge is during a power out and in a couple of waiting rooms. If you regularly read in poor lighting conditions, I should think the PW would be less of a hassle (at least I hope so for my Mom's sake). The lighting adds a bit of weight to the Kindle.

Xanthe · 10-21-2012, 06:24 PM

I've got an LED gooseneck lamp on my nightstand; that works well for me.

Otherwise I just sit near to a lamp...

10-16-2012, 11:11 PM	#1
MrDoug Banned Posts: 302 Karma: 1658456 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Boise, Idaho Device: IPad - Kobo Glo - Nook Glo - Samsung Galaxy Note II	Reading with LED Flex Lamp or new Glo? New here, but after reading lots of threads etc, I'm starting to question what is actually the best.. e-Reader with LED flex clip-on light or the new Glo for night reading? Standard e-Reader with Clip on LED compared to the new Glo like NOOK Glo or PW? shoot me your thoughts and opinions.. I have a friend who has the first Kindle with a Clip on LED and at night (in total darkness) it looks awesome.. as good as my Nook Glo.. if not better.. Last edited by MrDoug; 10-16-2012 at 11:15 PM.

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10-17-2012, 12:15 AM	#3
pidgeon92 Wizard Posts: 3,144 Karma: 8426142 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Device: Kindle PW2, Kindle Voyage, Kindle DXG, Boox M90, Kobo Aura HD	I've used a Kindle with two different Mighty Brights (the longer version, and the travel version), the K2 with the really nice Octovo Solis light, the K3 with the Amazon lighted case, and the K Touch with the Amazon lighted case, and now, the Kindle PW. By far, my favorite is the PW. No more moving the light to get a better lighting angle, or to keep the beam out of my eyes. I don't find the PW perfect, but I find it much improved over any of the other solutions. By far it provides the most even lighting across the entire screen. I often wake up in the middle of the night, and find it takes an hour or two to fall back to sleep. I can spend that time staring at the ceiling, or spend it reading, and in the past I often spent it staring at the ceiling because I couldn't bear to have a light beam in my eyes. With the PW, I no longer feel that way. It takes less than a minute for my eyes to adjust to the low light level, and I never have to shift the unit to any degree so the light isn't shining directly in my eyes.

10-19-2012, 12:05 AM	#5
cromag Surfin the alpha waves ~~ Posts: 24,303 Karma: 459220161 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: New Jersey Device: Jetbook Lite & Mini, Nook STR, Kobo, Hanvon N516, Kindle 2, Androids	I was without electricity for a week last year after our freak Halloween blizzard. I picked up a hinged LED reading light at the supermarket, and it worked just fine.

10-19-2012, 12:09 AM	#6
captkjaneway Cockney Sci-Fi Geek! Posts: 472 Karma: 1463094 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Wan Chai, Hong Kong Device: Kindle Paperwhite, Samsung Tab S 8.4", Samsung S6 Edge	Never used a Glo or PW, but happy with my m-edge eluminator LED and previously with an el-cheapo clip on LED......no need to look for another solution currently.

10-19-2012, 01:57 AM	#7
Quexos Member Retired Posts: 1,999 Karma: 11348924 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Limbo Device: none	Glo as soon as the thing is available here.

10-19-2012, 11:41 AM	#8
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MrDoug Banned Posts: 302 Karma: 1658456 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Boise, Idaho Device: IPad - Kobo Glo - Nook Glo - Samsung Galaxy Note II	Still waiting on my KPW.. sheesh..

10-19-2012, 02:12 PM	#10
mycurlylocks Addict Posts: 239 Karma: 1455315 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: US Device: Kindle Paperwhite 2	I've not tried the LED lit readers like the PW and the Glo, but I'm honestly not tempted either. I've always used a flex lamp with my Sony readers and will continue to do so. From what I've read about the new technology, it's not worth it to me to spend more money. Even if my Sony PRS-T1 were to die suddenly, I'd just buy a T-2 and carry on. Plus I have my iPad retina, my favorite thing to read on. I love new gadgets, but I have to draw the line somewhere.

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10-20-2012, 12:27 PM	#12
Kralik Guru Posts: 609 Karma: 1013897 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: Rooted NST	I was thinking of buying a glowy reader, but after reading about the NST Glowlight problems and realizing I like my rooted NST much better than a Kindle, I decided to buy a light instead. After researching a bit I settles on the Kandle II. It illuminates the whole screen of my NST. The side opposite the Kandle (usually the bottom) is just a touch darker, but I don't suppose it would be much worse than the screen irregularities I've heard about on lighted readers. The Kandle II weighs about an ounce and doesn't require any real adjustment to light the whole screen. (Link) There's also the Kandle Flex, which looks interesting. The Kandle "I" had a bunch of problems (lots of the negative reviews on Kandle II are actually issues from the first) so I'd steer clear of that one.

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10-20-2012, 01:00 PM	#13
xg4bx Are you gonna eat that? Posts: 1,633 Karma: 23215128 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phillipsburg, NJ Device: Kindle 3, Nook STG	I use an LED clip-on but I'll be buying a paperwhite as soon as I have the moolah for one.

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Tarana Wizard Posts: 3,982 Karma: 38840460 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Minneapolis Device: PWSE, Voyage, K3, HDX, KBasic 7 & 8, Nook Glo3, Echos, Nanos	I have an M-edge. I've used mom's PW and while I like it, I so rarely NEED additional lighting that I just can't justify it. I have a reading lamp by my chair, so the only time I've used the M-edge is during a power out and in a couple of waiting rooms. If you regularly read in poor lighting conditions, I should think the PW would be less of a hassle (at least I hope so for my Mom's sake). The lighting adds a bit of weight to the Kindle.

10-21-2012, 06:24 PM	#15
Xanthe Plan B Is Now In Force Posts: 1,894 Karma: 8086979 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Surebleak Device: Aluratek,Sony 350/T1,Pandigital,eBM 911,Nook HD/HD+,Fire HDX 7/8.9,PW2	I've got an LED gooseneck lamp on my nightstand; that works well for me. Otherwise I just sit near to a lamp...