I caved and got a shiny new 505 before my 2 500s have come in the mail. I am hoping this device can replace my wifes reb1100 (similar to the bookeen 1150). Because about 75% of her use is at night reading in bed the lack of back light is causing some problems. I am looking at hacking apart a LightWedge, to make a perfect fit light. To those who are not familiar the lightwedge it is a battery operated led book light. What is special about it is it has a special lens that keep light about 80% on the page it is over, and very little wasted stray light. To make my wife happy I will have to make this work no for us no matter what. What I want to know is info on if its worth my time to produce and sell extras. In that line if people could respond with questions, and answer the following questions based on the strength of your opinions on each...
- What is a good price for such a dedicated device?
- how long do the batteries need to last?
- should it include a charging circuit (recharge without removing batteries)?
- should it use standard size batteries (user replaceable and rechargeable)
- How bright does it need to be? (only in low light? on a train?)
- should it use a clip, adhesive, magnate??? (easily removable?)
- does the entire device (batteries etc) need to be hidden by the 505s cover?
I look forward to seeing what other people think!