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There are posters that own both jetBooks, so they could provide a better comparision,
than I can. Some of the features are dependent upon which firmware is installed on the
device. I can speak to the JBL with the 0.16e firmware.
The jetBook Lite (JBL) has a number of unique features, the AA Batteries being the most
obvious. The JBL supports a very wide range of ebook file formats, including the Palm
Document/eReader .pdb format that I am told the regular jetBook does not support.
The JBL also supports the Secure eReader DRM as well as the Adobe ADE and B&N DRMs,
again I am told that the regular jetBook does not support the eReader DRM.
Using an external battery charging process lets you simply replace the batteries with
a set that you have charged, when the reader's batteries are drained/low and not have
to wait for hours while an internal battery gets charged. A modern set of rechargeable
AA batteries will also last a little longer, per charge, than the internal battery. A set of
4ea rechargeable NiMH can be had for <$10 While the Li-ion battery for the regular
jetbook, would be around $40. All rechargeable batteries wear out over time and will take
less of a charge as they grow old.
The JBL costs less, but some of us find it more in line with our needs than the more
expensive regular jetBook. I have a much better MP3 Player and would not want one
on my ebook reading device.
Luck;
Ken
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