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Druid_Elf · 07-21-2010, 11:16 AM

Hi all,
I need some help in finding an ebook reader which fits my needs, and it isn't easy to find my way through the many models out there.
I'll start by saying for what it is needed: Its main purpose will be for reading ebooks (duh) which are mainly in PDF format. So therefore it has to be have good support for PDF (both font as pictures within pdf).
Also the screen can't be tiring to the eyes (so no LCD), but seems that most devices use e-ink technology.
Most of my ebooks are IT related, and reading them on the pc is fine, but after an hour I have had it

I can already scrap the 5 inch readers as the screen is somewhat too small.
Kindle is also out for several reasons. I thought of sony PRS 900, but is not available in europe apparently.
So this leaves me with a lot of devices left and me being uncertain. Can anyone advice some great readers for PDF (which retains good font quality by zooming in - out). Ipad has been mentioned by someone, but 500 euro is a bit much. I was thinking between 200-250.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

07-21-2010, 11:16 AM	#1
Druid_Elf Zealot Posts: 109 Karma: 612 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: belgium Device: none	Which one for a newbie ? Hi all, I need some help in finding an ebook reader which fits my needs, and it isn't easy to find my way through the many models out there. I'll start by saying for what it is needed: Its main purpose will be for reading ebooks (duh) which are mainly in PDF format. So therefore it has to be have good support for PDF (both font as pictures within pdf). Also the screen can't be tiring to the eyes (so no LCD), but seems that most devices use e-ink technology. Most of my ebooks are IT related, and reading them on the pc is fine, but after an hour I have had it I can already scrap the 5 inch readers as the screen is somewhat too small. Kindle is also out for several reasons. I thought of sony PRS 900, but is not available in europe apparently. So this leaves me with a lot of devices left and me being uncertain. Can anyone advice some great readers for PDF (which retains good font quality by zooming in - out). Ipad has been mentioned by someone, but 500 euro is a bit much. I was thinking between 200-250. Any help is greatly appreciated.