04-05-2010, 04:26 PM | #1 |
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jetBook vs iPad. Reading in sunlight.
jetBook is the clear victor. Its purpose is for use on the go but is rendered almost completely useless in sunlight . I use my jetBook and my laptop in the sun almost all the time.
Yes the iPad is on and on its brightest setting. Last edited by X read X; 04-05-2010 at 04:34 PM. |
04-05-2010, 04:30 PM | #2 |
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Looking forward to seeing the photo.
Outdoor reading is one of my favorite perks of using my JBL. I just took a 30 minute stroll during lunch while reading on it in full Orlando sunlight. |
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04-05-2010, 04:36 PM | #3 |
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Here's a really high res one if you want to see a close up. I wont post because it is huge.
http://img576.imageshack.us/img576/6...dvsjetbook.jpg |
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I'm thinking to buy iPad but I don't like this picture in sunlight. jetBook screen looks much better...
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ipad clearly isnt for ebooks.
if you want an ereader, buy an ereader (aka jetBook lol) if you want a tablet, buy an ipad. simple. |
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04-06-2010, 12:20 AM | #7 |
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LOL I love it that's the #1 reason why the Ipad is a bummer as a ebook reader It too frick'n big! LOL . And it's color high glossy led screen is a loser in bright light although the Ipoo oops Imaxie oops Ipad can be read in a light tight dark room though and thats super Kwel LOL
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04-06-2010, 02:35 AM | #9 |
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This is pretty much one of the great disadvantages of the iPad over the other readers.
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04-06-2010, 06:25 AM | #10 |
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If Apple had used a transreflective screen (like on the old Palm pdas, it would have looked beautiful in sunlight.
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04-06-2010, 08:17 AM | #13 |
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The FAQ for the Ectaco Jetbook:
http://www.jetbook.net/faq.php?refid=29532 says ``Reflective TFT, high-contrast, eye-friendly background, 180-degree viewing area'' Unfortunately, there aren't many devices w/ Transflective displays: http://www.toughbookdepot.com/shop/p...product_id=265 William |
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Was the iPad in the photo actually on?
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But to be honest, since the iPad is rather large, I do think a smaller reader for on the go would be a good thing to have as well if you do have an iPad. I have a 505 and if I was to get an iPad or similar device, I'd still have my 505 as I would not want to lug around an iPad all day.
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