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Originally Posted by delphin
Why do folks make such a big deal about simply hooking up the USB to transfer e-books?
I agree that this might have some value if you have books on a device that doesn't support a standard USB storage device interface, like some smart phones, where you just can't work it any other way, but other than that, for most of us who were born with opposable thumbs, it's really not that big of deal to plug in a simple USB cable. 
We also have a Kindle in the family, but I find that it's actually FASTER to transfer books to the Kindle directly, rather than going through all the trouble to bring up the email program, mailing the book, and then wait for delivery (and that's even considering that the Kindle's USB seems to be sloooow compared to the Sony). |
in the grand scheme of things it's not a big deal but and this is a huge BUT it's not as convienant. It's not as nice to have. Think of it like this. you are at work, your device is in your bag, you know of a great book you want. You log on buy it. You get to your train, turn it on and there it is. It's simplicity, it's makes life easier.
wireless data transfers is the norm now. and for Sony not to have it on two of it's three models makes you scratch your head. This is such an SOP, heck even the low budget Kobo offers wireless.
To me it's like have an HDTV without HDMI ports. yes technically can get by, but why would you NOT have them?