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Originally Posted by Meemo
Doing a search, finding a location, taking notes, creating collections, typing in a web address or a book you're searching for in the Kindle store using the web browser on the Kindle - all kinds of uses for that keyboard. And thank goodness (IMO) it isn't a touch keypad - not a fan.
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What you've described aren't functions that should be supported by an ereader- if you need to search the web, or send an email, that's what phones, computers, laptops, notebooks and iPads are invented for. Ereaders are purely an electronic device to hold books, hence the e-ink screen not being backlit and kind on eyes, and the point of them being small!
I can't for the life of me think of why I'd want to surf the web on my Nook! Or kindle, how pointless!. I'd be happy to search for a book on my computer or iphone if I can't find it on the B&N online store in the Nook or Kindle store. Also typing a book name or author name isn't an exhauting task that requires a keboard. I agree that touchscreen keyboards are a pain, I'n not a fan of mine on the iPhone but I've gotten used to it, and I find it strange to use phones or small devices with tiny keyboards after the ease of a touchscreen. Whenever I need to type extensively I just use a proper keyboard.
I think people have unrealistic expectations of what e-readers are for, and when extra features get added on it loses the simplicity and original purpose of the device.