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I think it came out in 2008 or possibly late 2007. I had one until Sony had a promotion to send in old models to get $75 off the new models, then I got a 650.
Compared to the 650, or pretty much any other ebook reader, the screen on the 600 is terrible. There's an obvious glare because of how they did the touchscreen and the contrast is bad due to the extra layer on top (this is fixed in the 650). Someone else can probably get more technical with the details. Also some of the screens fade in direct sunlight, to the point where the text is not visible at all. For these reasons it's not popular, not necessarily because it's "old." Many people still use and love their PRS-500s and 505s and those are older still.
How much is your friend wanting to sell the 600 for? I would say it's not worth buying unless you're desperate. I could see wanting it in case Sony has another $75 promotion, then you can send it in for that. But that will only help you if you eventually want to buy a new Sony. If you already have a Kobo then you won't have a use for the 600.
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