08-29-2013, 07:30 AM | #16 |
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At this point in time, the second-tier vendors would be well-advised to stop trying to add value via reading software and instead focus their efforts on polishing the hardware for reading and shipping a stable, unlocked, Android reader that users can customize for the platform (or platforms) of their choice. Instead of fighting the walled gardens, embrace them and extend them.
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08-29-2013, 07:32 AM | #17 |
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5" front lit e-ink reader with folder management, text display choices (including use of side loaded fonts) and 8gb on board storage (or SD card slot). No wifi needed.
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08-29-2013, 08:17 AM | #18 |
Wizard
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Location: TAS, Australia
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My perfect reader would be;
- 5" (though I would give in if it had to be 6") - Front Light - Replaceable battery - Audio (with good TTS) - Wifi - Optional OTA updates, not forced like the Kindle/Kobo - Touchscreen with small turn page buttons on the sides. - Customisable reading, like the Kobo font/line spacing etc options - Same as previous point on an android app (you listening Kobo!!!! had those options on the ipad for ages, what about the droid?) - SD slot - Library option to view either by folders or a library - Available in Australia on release day |
08-29-2013, 05:28 PM | #19 |
Inharmonious
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Device: Sony PRS-950, Galaxy Tab 2 10.1
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Purely for books I'd like a device incorporating:
An 8" e-Ink, HD, capacitive touch screen in a 1:1.45 ratio (in-between 4:3 and 16:10) Front light Navigation buttons An SDXC compatible SD card slot and minimum 16GB internal storage An aluminium body Folder view as well as library/collections/shelves/whatever WiFi Audio capable with headphones jack and Bluetooth connection. Very customisable in terms of fonts, line spacing, justification, etc Replaceable battery!!!!!! Micro-USB Library management optimised to work with Calibre |
08-30-2013, 04:50 PM | #20 | |
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we don't need to be dazzled, but we would like Collections!
I'm happy with the form factor of my Kindle non-Touch. The sofware on the other hand, is almost as bad as the DVR provided by my cable company-- an embarassment to the 20th century [if not the 21st!].
I agree with everything Crossi says: Quote:
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08-30-2013, 10:03 PM | #21 |
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OK, I'll play.
8" e-ink screen 250 - 300 dpi 2:3 aspect ratio no light no wifi no bluetooth 2G available non volatile memory SD card slot (not micro) IR screen AND buttons easily replaceable battery generic Linux OS choice of reader/management software reader software must fully support epub standard! Think of it as an improved PRS-650. None of this is exotic or expensive. This is designed to be a reader rather than a POS (point of sale) terminal for somebody's bookstore. |
08-31-2013, 02:52 PM | #22 |
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It would be exactly like the Kindle Fire but with the ability to arrange books into collections and everlasting battery life.
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09-02-2013, 07:36 AM | #23 | |
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09-04-2013, 02:41 PM | #24 | |
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For mine: 6" E-ink screen Front lit Wi-Fi Hardware page turn, home, back, and menu buttons Touch screen for everything else (w/ at least 2 pt multi-touch for zooming) 4 GB of memory (minimum, 16+ preferred) Mobi and epub support PDF support Folders/multiple organization options Headphone jack (for audio books and text to speech) Font/text size/screen saver/line spacing/margin/etc customization Turns out this is basically features from a kindle keyboad and a kindle paperwhite mashed together for the hardware components. Software would need to be improved (e-pub support and customization) though. Optional, not needed: 3G/4G connection Bluetooth (instead of or in addition to headphones for audiobook/text to speech) Speaker for audio book, TTS, and audio files SD card slot DOC, DOCX, RTF support (and others) Web browser (general use) Overdrive interface for library books (I would really love this, but compatibility drops it to an optional feature) |
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09-04-2013, 04:13 PM | #25 |
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Cybook odyssey, with less hardware issue, and a good english / french dictionary.
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09-04-2013, 04:41 PM | #26 |
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My ideal reader would be a Nook STR with the screen/light from the Kobo Aura HD and the dynamic refresh algorithm from the new KPW and Kobo Aura.
Key ingredients:
In my 4+ years of e-reading I have yet to pick up an eInk device because of the low resolution, slow page turns, small screens, and reliance on outside light. I'm about ready to take the plunge on the Aura HD, though the incremental improvements and smoother software on the new KPW are calling to me, too. Cross-device syncing would be a plus, too, including Whispersync with Audible (about the only reason I ever buy a book from Amazon). There's an outside chance B&N might deliver my wishlist, minus the 7" screen and probably at more of a KPW PPI, before the holidays. I can't say I'd advise that move from a business standpoint, but maybe if they don't expect or try to knock it out of the park, they can stay in the game. Still, there's always another device "coming soon." |
09-04-2013, 05:25 PM | #27 |
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For reading fiction ONLY.
Kindle Touch design with following: Backlighting 3G or WiFi Intuitive collection management |
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