Kindle Touch or Sony PRST1

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by Latinandgreek

Here is a caveat, though: you can't add fonts to the T1 (as far as I know, at least without rooting the device), like you can add to the Kobo Touch (as I understand), and I don't think that you can add them to the Kindle, either, so you would be losing that feature. I quite like the Kobo Touch myself (my best friend has one), and I think it's a great device; I wouldn't mind picking one up myself if I find one on sale. The library downloads directly from the T1 through wi-fi are a great feature that you would be gaining in purchasing the T1.

Actually, if you use the modified reading app, you can change the default fonts. And you can select how many screen changes until flash as well. Works very well. You don't have to root to use the modified reader app.

http://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=164707

It's mixed in there with the new home page for rooted T1s.

[Blue2u]

Originally Posted by frogi

If you don't mind paying a (usually small) fee, you could use a prepaid credit card to protect you financially.

I typically look for bundle deals for prolific writers and series. Calibre has a search feature across a ton of ebook vendors. Not a great search feature, but passable

Good idea! Or paypal as Synamom suggested, definitely 2 things to consider.
And I've tried the search feature, it is passable for sure. Just always wondered about reputation, but now I've got some ideas for ways to work-around, definitely will look at that a bit more closely.

I just wish the ebook sellers would get their act together and realize we can SEE that the prices in some/most cases are cheaper for the paperback or in some cases even hardcover thean the ebook. Makes no sense to me, logically. Especially when I just read another article recently about ebook popularity, and the amounts people are buying... *shrugs*

Another thing I'd like to see is digital download available when you DO purchase hardcover, like you can with some Bluray movies now. THAT is brilliant to me, jmo. Also, at times how about putting on the odd sale where you want to purchase all of one authors' works, give us a break!

Anyways, sounds like I'll be keeping my eyes open for a Sony PRST1 deal. I've read here that they've come on sale in the US in the $80-90 range, so hopefully I can get a deal like that at some point. And in the meantime guess I'll be trying the Amazon software to take advantage of some freebies/deals in the meantime.

I appreciate everyone's time and input so far.

[frogi]

Seen this on another thread (my apologies for not giving credit, can't remember who, or which thread) http://inkmesh.com/

Personally, I've never had a problem using Paypal. Hesitated recommending it since the users on B&N's forum prophesied everything from the death of my pets to world cataclysm for using it. Paypal has served me well and prevents the need to give out identifying information, and their buyer protection is very good.

Good luck finding a deal on the PRS-T1

[ProfCrash]

If you are keeping your Kobo then there is no harm in buying a Kindle. You will still have easy access to your EPub books and the library while also having easy access to the Kindle ecosystem.

If you are getting rid of your Kobo, then go for the Sony.

[tablettweet]

Another pro of Sony is that you can use its stylus (and Sony ebook reader is obviously a cheaper price) ! I know that this is out of topic but I think it might be good if you don't have to carry a small notebook with you all the time. (I have Touch and I have to bring a small notebook with me since I love to take notes all write my new ideas).

[Blue2u]

Thank you everyone for your input. I'm 99.9% sure I will be buying the Sony PRST1, I'm just waiting on that 'great deal'.

But I have one more question, I've seen people commenting regarding something about the shiny bezel. Should I be concerned? What color should I buy? Would it make a difference? My preference is generally black to hide any scuff marks that may occur. But I always have my KT in it's case anyways. And I would do the same [buy case with light] and keep the Sony in that as well.

Thoughts? Suggestions? All are appreciated. And thank you so much again for people taking time out of their busy lives to post helpful comments.

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by Blue2u

Thank you everyone for your input. I'm 99.9% sure I will be buying the Sony PRST1, I'm just waiting on that 'great deal'.

But I have one more question, I've seen people commenting regarding something about the shiny bezel. Should I be concerned? What color should I buy? Would it make a difference? My preference is generally black to hide any scuff marks that may occur. But I always have my KT in it's case anyways. And I would do the same [buy case with light] and keep the Sony in that as well.

Thoughts? Suggestions? All are appreciated. And thank you so much again for people taking time out of their busy lives to post helpful comments.

My mother and my mother-in-law both have the red T1 and the bezel is not too shiny. I think it's only the black that might be an issue. They both have the red light cover from Sony and they works quite well.

[booklover6]

I bought a silicone thing that goes over the back of the T1 and covers up most of the shiny bezel. (Not a vinyl sticker). I like it a lot, I keep the T1 in a zipper pouch when not it use.

[Canuck_in_Japan]

Not sure exactly why you want to move away from the KoboTouch?
It seems like a pretty good reader, definitely one of the sexiest readers out there and one of the great things about Kobo readers is that you can use the Kobo app to sync your books across all your devices. If you were to get a Sony then you wouldn't be able to sync with anything. If you're looking to get into the Amazon ecosystem then by all means get a Kindle but as it stands right now I don't see why you would want to leave Kobo. Why not wait until the next generation of readers comes out?

[lourob]

Future Shop as the T1 on at $129 ($20 off) until April 26th, tomorrow last day. So far that is the cheapest I've seen recently. They have the Touch at $129 but the sales guy said it might be reduced to $109 within the next couple of weeks.

I too am looking, between T1 and Touch Eink readers. Can't use my LCD screen any longer, it is real problem for my eyes.

[yukii]

Sony's selling refurbished PRS-T1 (black)in their website for $99.99. You might want to check it out. My red is coming tomorrow. Excited as ever.

[booklover6]

Cool.....did you get a red one from their web site?

I've let a friend of mine know about the sale...

[LuvReadin]

Originally Posted by Blue2u

The Amazon ecosystem as you put it, does intrigue me. I like the thought of having access to free downloads on a daily basis,

Both the Sony and the Kobo store offer free downloads too, although obviously not in the same numbers. You don't have to have a Kindle to access the Amazon ones either - I downloaded a Kindle book yesterday from a link here, and although it took a while (the Kindle for PC program took forever to download!), it worked fine in the end, and Calibre did a lovely job of converting it. So I'm not sure the shop should be a major factor in your decision. Having said that, I agree with Synamon that the Sony store is kinda crappy - I downloaded two books from there too, and although I could see them in 'My Library' in the Reader program, I just couldn't figure out where they were - eventually I did a search of my PC and tracked them down!

Originally Posted by Blue2u

But I have one more question, I've seen people commenting regarding something about the shiny bezel. Should I be concerned? What color should I buy? Would it make a difference? My preference is generally black to hide any scuff marks that may occur. But I always have my KT in it's case anyways. And I would do the same [buy case with light] and keep the Sony in that as well.

I've got the red, and didn't find it that shiny, but I bought a case (Navitech one) at the same time that covers the majority of the bezel anyway.

Originally Posted by Canuck_in_Japan

It seems like a pretty good reader, definitely one of the sexiest readers out there and one of the great things about Kobo readers is that you can use the Kobo app to sync your books across all your devices. If you were to get a Sony then you wouldn't be able to sync with anything.

That's not really a major problem if you use something like Dropbox, though. I guess it depends on whether you have multiple devices or want to access your books wirelessly.

[lourob]

Starting TODAY the Kobo Touch is now on sale for $99.99 at future shop and best buy canada! The Sony T1 cover was $54.99 yesterday and today it is $44.99 at both stores. I'm going back for a $10 refund. ;-)

[lourob]

I went with the Sony T1 with Sony cover with attached light. The cover is . . . . well cheap looking and feel but the sony reader fit is the most secure I've ever seen in any cover. I thought these lights were a joke when I was using my lcd reader . . . now I think they are terrific. btw I gave up my lcd reader because after about 6 months my eyes started to really bother me. Doesn't seem to be a problem with eInk.