Thread: Help! Kindle 3 vs Sony PRS 650
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Old 09-24-2010, 10:06 AM   #14
bill_mchale
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Originally Posted by doodlydood View Post
In the past week, I have used the 350, 650 and the Kindle 3. I am a formerly stalwart PRS-505 user and really *wanted* to love the new Sony products; I ended up with the Kindle. Here are my thoughts:

Why Sony
- A more attractive, and sturdy shell.
- Better user interface
- Slightly better format support (Calibre is a great leveler)
- I love my PRS-505

Why Did I end up with a Kindle, then?
- The quality of the font (darkness, style) is preferable
- The keyboard area provides a base to grip it without obscuring the screen
- WiFi doesn't hurt
- It's thinner
- Of course, it's also cheaper

So, from one avid Sony reader to others, there you have it.

Just curious... I am using my wife's PRS-505 myself right now while I search for a replacement for my Jetbook and its a pretty thin reader. How does getting any thinner make a reader more desirable?

Also, doesn't Calibre allow you to play with the font somewhat on the Sony?

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