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Originally Posted by AJ Starr
Robert,
Just a comment on the ergonomics of what it appears they are talking about with the EB1100.
[Full disclosure: I do not have either, nor have I ever actually seen one]
However, from the pictures in the wiki, my impression is the ergonomic factor is the nice, full grip on the side. As a person with large hands, when I hold something small, my hand begins to cramp. As an example, when I cook, trying to hold the handly of my stirring spoons, aka wooden spoons, soon gets my thumb muscles to cramp. However, I have purchased a new silicone set that has a big handle, similiar to the handles on big screwdriver sets. It is so much easier to hang onto, without cramping.
So to my point: one of the factors I worry about is how thin the devices are, and will my hand cramp holding it for long periods. When the Kindle first came out, I specifically noticed the wider side thinking that it would be better to hold.
Robert, I agree with you 100% that thin and light is what is needed for long periods, however, trying to hold something thin for a long period will be very difficult for those of us with large, and chubby, hands. Maybe a removeable grip, preferrably silicon, that can be adjusted as needed.............
AJ
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Dear AJ:
Trust me, I am not thin; and my large and cumbersome hands have fingers that are about 2.5 inches in circumference. Your point about cramping is well taken.
However, please realize that most people will hold the unit in a three-point grip and not two: the thumb, the fore finger, and along the life line on the palm (held in place by the fleshy part of the base of the thumb). I cannot talk for others... but I get cramping holding something too thick. I get no cramping sensation after a four hour flight from Chicago. To me (honestly) I think you will like the feel in your hand and not-at-all have a problem.
Robert B