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Originally Posted by nomorepapercuts
I'm looking for a PDF eInk Reader and would prefer an approx. 10" screen given reflowing issues etc. I've been searching online and don't see much in the way of upcoming 10" models now or for release in Sept. (back to school & before XMas). I would hope it to be 'affordable' (say sub $500 range). I'm looking to read PDF books and some Academic journals. I prefer eInk for long battery life and low eyestrain. I read a lot and low contrast/brightness on LCD feels hard on my eyes.
Are there any new sub $500 10" eInks coming out soon?
The alternates seem to be the Sony DPT-S1, but the (almost) $1000 USD price has me unable to buy. The only 'affordable' alternative would be if new Kindle DX were released. Given DX is discontinued, only used/refurb are available and are 5+ year old tech its not ideal purchase.
This leaves me with choice of:
-Wait until fall this year in hopes new affordable 10" eInk reader
- Use what I already have and read PDFs on my desktop or laptop
- Buy a tablet - iPad / Android with preferably 8-10" screen.
- Buy an eReader anyways (I've been impressed with Kobo H20) ... the Carta screens are way better than older tech ... I wouldn't mind reading some of the classic books on Gutenberg anyways
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My advice is not to compromise on size or screen tech - there are devices that fit your needs.
If you want to buy a new reader, your choices are:
- The
Onyx M96 is the only current 10-inch e-ink reader that is available new and (more or less) supported in English (mostly by the community here). It is also extremely versatile, having an Android OS that allows you to install apps from the Google Play Store. Its younger brother, the M96C, is operated by touch rather than the stylus, so it's basically an e-ink tablet.
- If you don't want to decide between stylus and touch,
Hanvon makes 10-inch readers that support both: the
E920 and
E930. The 920 has higher resolution, the 930 has a frontlight. Neither has an open OS, so you can only use the bundled apps - meaning you can use them mostly for reading and scribbling only. I must add that the Hanvons can be a pain to import, and enjoy no support whatsoever.
However, if reading is all you want to do on the device, a used reader may be a more economical choice:
- I highly recommend the
Irex DR1000. It's been out of production for years, but you can still catch used ones on Ebay from time to time. (There is one right now, but I think for 400 USD it's overpriced - the realistic price is closer to 200-250.)
- A newer device is the
Onyx M92, predecessor of the M96. It's perfectly fine for reading, and can be bought much cheaper.
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Pocketbook also used to make 10-inch readers, but I never owned one and am not sure about availability.
I hope this helps!