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Originally Posted by Nigol
I do agree that some people have been very critical about some very minor points (in my opinion).... Saying for example, the dictionary does not work on side loaded file, so I will not buy it... I could see the utility but I do not think that this is a deal breaker.
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It may not be to you, but it is to me. I have a list of pros and cons. Things that I would have gained by switching to the Kobo Touch (from a Sony PRS-350) and things that I would have lost by switching. The dictionary (and the partial refreshes) simply tipped the scales. It's really not a deal-breaker in and of itself, but it happened to be one of two straws that closed my wallet.
It's actually sort of funny: I never thought I'd care about the dictionary, but now that I have it, I don't want an ereader without it. I actually have an excellent vocabulary, but I relish the opportunity to easily learn new words or, as in most cases, learn new uses for old words.
The lack of a clock is one of those things which would have driven me mad, as well, though this is the first I heard of it. I've been spoiled by the easily available clock on my reader. These are the little touches that can help build brand loyalty.
Really, that's what the free market is all about. You can buy what meets your needs and I can buy what meets my needs. I'm actually very happy that this forum has helped me keep from spending my money on something that I would have been exceedingly disappointed in. Trust me: I'm much more critical after I have spent money on a (personally) disappointing product than before.
I'm glad you like the Kobo, but I'm equally glad that I stayed away.