[jojoba]

No matter how much I didn't want it to start off it, I eventually bought an iPad for reading pdfs. There's imply isn't an e-ink device that will do the job properly. So rather than being angry, you're just going to have to accept the state of affairs and made decisions accordingly.

I now love the opportunities that the iPad gives me for working with pdfs in different ways. There are great apps around for reading text books and academic literature. I recommend giving it a try.

Battery life is pretty good, btw, I can go two-three days without charging. While it's nothing compared to e-ink devices, it really isn't an issue just plugging it in over night.