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Originally Posted by Jadon
On cost, you can get a tablet-convertible portable DVD player with a seven-inch screen for the cost of an EBookwise. I've long wondered why one of the companies that makes these couldn't put simple TXT and HTML viewing capabilities in one, maybe add an SD slot, and sell a movie player that also does simple books. It would cost very little, and might get them a few more sales.
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Good idea.! Do you have any ideas on hacking a portable DVD player?
The low-end eBw is only US$110. It has a USB interface and ergonomic features. The only "legacy" factor I can see is that the Smartmedia card is almost junque. Without the card it will still hold about a dozen eBooks -- good enough for me.
At that price I could see picking up one or two for hacking. It would make a great platform for an open-source reader software initiative.
