Neolux Launches Nuut2 ebook reader

searcher · 02-26-2009, 06:12 AM

Neolux, the maker of the Nuut, has announced a new ebook reader, the Nuut2. The original Nuut was a rebranded Netronix reader similar to the Cybook. The Nuut2 appears to be an entirely original creation of Neolux.

Some specs:

1. 6" Vizplex screen with the new EPSON Controller.
2. WiFi wireless Internet functionality by default.
3. Format support includes PDF, Epub, txt.
4. SD card, USB Host
5. Storage - 1GB
6. CPU - 300 MHz ARM

http://ereadgizmo.com/gadgets/neolux-launches-nuut2

Gaurnim · 02-26-2009, 06:47 AM

It looks a bit large, for 6'' device, something like 2 cm thick.

Some interesting stuff in the bottom of the article :
- Storage 1Gb
- USB 2.0 Device, USB 1.1 Host

EDIT :
This USB host thing could maybe mean that it could load books directly from other storage, such as USB keys, provided the cables are the right ones.
Or maybe it just means that it is able to connect via USB 1.1, which should be implied by USB 2.0 support ...

searcher · 02-26-2009, 11:27 AM

It's too big for any modern standards. Actually sony prs 505 is 260 grams but nuut2 has more extras.

grooks · 02-26-2009, 11:30 AM

It is rather thick.

What is the small one-line screen at the bottom of the device?

Moejoe · 02-26-2009, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grooks

It is rather thick.

What is the small one-line screen at the bottom of the device?

Could it be a progress bar of some sort? Other than that it has a very retro look to it, kind of like a device someone might have in a 70's sci-fi movie vision of the future. Which appeals to me in a way

searcher · 02-26-2009, 12:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grooks

It is rather thick.

What is the small one-line screen at the bottom of the device?

Can be search or touch screen area.

-Thomas- · 02-26-2009, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaurnim

This USB host thing could maybe mean that it could load books directly from other storage, such as USB keys, provided the cables are the right ones.

That's right, just like the iRex iLiad which has a standard USB port at the top. You can probably simply plug in your USB key and start to read...

Is it just me, or do e-Readers finally invade our planet? So many announcements this week... a very good sign!

nelsonescorcio · 02-26-2009, 04:27 PM

290 g?!
Cybook is 180 g!

Come on! Give us something new, something BETTER! (not worse...)

jaxx6166 · 02-26-2009, 04:34 PM

Wow that's ugly.

Over · 02-26-2009, 04:59 PM

Lot's of ereaders being announced, lately...

This one doesn't even read html?

pilotbob · 02-26-2009, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Over

This one doesn't even read html?

Yes, but it reads ePub... so I am sure Zelda will be lining up to buy it.

BOb

Pulp · 02-26-2009, 05:08 PM

Maybe the "bar" below is to display icons - looks like there are buttons above it.

Dylrob · 02-26-2009, 05:28 PM

Perhaps the thickness was an ergonomic decision?

xianfox · 02-26-2009, 05:33 PM

It's good to see more devices with epub support. As far as design, I'd put it one notch above the original Kindle's looks.

Is this device targeted at the US market or somewhere else? I can't see that gaining much traction here going against the Kindle 2 and Sony 505/700.

LazyScot · 02-26-2009, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dylrob

Perhaps the thickness was an ergonomic decision?

Could be; although I mostly use a Cybook, I've tried a eBookwise at a MeetUp, and it does fit really nicely in the hand, and was very pleasant to use.

02-26-2009, 06:12 AM	#1
searcher Connoisseur Posts: 58 Karma: 344 Join Date: Dec 2007 Device: Sony PRS-500, PRS-505	Neolux Launches Nuut2 ebook reader Neolux, the maker of the Nuut, has announced a new ebook reader, the Nuut2. The original Nuut was a rebranded Netronix reader similar to the Cybook. The Nuut2 appears to be an entirely original creation of Neolux. Some specs: 1. 6" Vizplex screen with the new EPSON Controller. 2. WiFi wireless Internet functionality by default. 3. Format support includes PDF, Epub, txt. 4. SD card, USB Host 5. Storage - 1GB 6. CPU - 300 MHz ARM http://ereadgizmo.com/gadgets/neolux-launches-nuut2 Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Nate the great; 02-26-2009 at 02:34 PM. Reason: moved to front page

02-26-2009, 06:47 AM	#2
Gaurnim Final Five n°42 Posts: 789 Karma: 3599 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lyon, France Device: Cybook Gen3	It looks a bit large, for 6'' device, something like 2 cm thick. Some interesting stuff in the bottom of the article : - Storage 1Gb - USB 2.0 Device, USB 1.1 Host EDIT : This USB host thing could maybe mean that it could load books directly from other storage, such as USB keys, provided the cables are the right ones. Or maybe it just means that it is able to connect via USB 1.1, which should be implied by USB 2.0 support ... Last edited by Gaurnim; 02-26-2009 at 07:12 AM.

02-26-2009, 11:27 AM	#3
searcher Connoisseur Posts: 58 Karma: 344 Join Date: Dec 2007 Device: Sony PRS-500, PRS-505	It's too big for any modern standards. Actually sony prs 505 is 260 grams but nuut2 has more extras. Last edited by searcher; 02-26-2009 at 04:38 PM.

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02-26-2009, 05:33 PM	#14
xianfox Ebook Addict Posts: 225 Karma: 2136 Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Appleton, Wisconsin, USA Device: Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition	It's good to see more devices with epub support. As far as design, I'd put it one notch above the original Kindle's looks. Is this device targeted at the US market or somewhere else? I can't see that gaining much traction here going against the Kindle 2 and Sony 505/700.