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ajmoir · 10-01-2007, 07:59 PM

I have the Sony and have been delighted with it since Day 1.

I'm a software developer with strong leanings towards open source/content. I do not have any DRM'd books nor do I use the Sony store or software.

My thoughts are as follows:-

Form Factor. Two sizes paperback and letter. Would allow for text books to be reasonably displayed with graphics etc. Keep it slim like the PRS but remove most of the buttons say leaving page turner. No MP3 player.

Screen. eInk, front lit, upgrade the res to 300dpi.

Connectivity. USB only. recharge through USB, make device emulate external disk. Access to complete file system.

Document format. Pick one open format and stick to it. Be it PS, PDF, Tex etc. Everything can then be converted to the open format. NO DRM.

Battery life. Make it last 5 days.

10-01-2007, 07:59 PM	#50
ajmoir Junior Member Posts: 3 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2006 Device: Sony PRS-500	Wish List I have the Sony and have been delighted with it since Day 1. I'm a software developer with strong leanings towards open source/content. I do not have any DRM'd books nor do I use the Sony store or software. My thoughts are as follows:- Form Factor. Two sizes paperback and letter. Would allow for text books to be reasonably displayed with graphics etc. Keep it slim like the PRS but remove most of the buttons say leaving page turner. No MP3 player. Screen. eInk, front lit, upgrade the res to 300dpi. Connectivity. USB only. recharge through USB, make device emulate external disk. Access to complete file system. Document format. Pick one open format and stick to it. Be it PS, PDF, Tex etc. Everything can then be converted to the open format. NO DRM. Battery life. Make it last 5 days.