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Mivo · 08-02-2013, 05:56 AM

When I picked up the 4.3" Pyrus mini, I thought it would just be a gimmick-y gadget that would be too small, but surprisingly, I find it ergonomically superior to the Kobo Glo and really enjoy reading on it.

Size and weight aside, I think what makes the real difference for me are the page-turn buttons that the Pyrus mini has. Having to page-turn more often (less text per page) is still nicer than having to swipe or touch. It fits in my palm and the index finger rests comfortably on the buttons. Just feels natural to me.

On the other side, the Kobo has the front lights, which I really appreciate and that are essential for late night or early morning reading.

I haven't seen any, but I still wanted to check: Are there any e-ink/digital ink readers that are smaller than 6 inches, have front lights and page-turn buttons?

08-02-2013, 05:56 AM	#1
Mivo Fanatic Posts: 556 Karma: 3531054 Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Germany Device: In use: Pocketbook InkPad 3, Kobo Glo, iPad Air 2	Front-lit sub-6" readers with buttons? When I picked up the 4.3" Pyrus mini, I thought it would just be a gimmick-y gadget that would be too small, but surprisingly, I find it ergonomically superior to the Kobo Glo and really enjoy reading on it. Size and weight aside, I think what makes the real difference for me are the page-turn buttons that the Pyrus mini has. Having to page-turn more often (less text per page) is still nicer than having to swipe or touch. It fits in my palm and the index finger rests comfortably on the buttons. Just feels natural to me. On the other side, the Kobo has the front lights, which I really appreciate and that are essential for late night or early morning reading. I haven't seen any, but I still wanted to check: Are there any e-ink/digital ink readers that are smaller than 6 inches, have front lights and page-turn buttons?