|
Unless you have vision damage or very sensitive eyes, I don't think it's an issue either way. The contrast on both of these devices is better than the older models, although the recent download fix has upped their contrast.
I prefer the PW just a bit better (mostly because I love new gadgets), but here's the thing. When I drop my Kindle on the concrete while shuffling my disabled brother from appointment to appointment, I'd rather replace something that cost me $70 than $120. I bought a PW for my Mom because the only place she's going to be reading it is in her reading nook and it doesn't have very good lighting. I have a great reading light and most doctor's office waiting areas have pretty good lighting as well. Are you reading on the bus? The train? While riding in the car regularly? Then get the one with the light. Its worth the reduced eyestrain when you are going to be reading anyway. In 3 years, there will be some new gotta-have-the-feature reading device. On the plus side, the one with the light will probably resale higher than one without.
|