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If swiping is similar to turning a pBook page, then how do you turn a page in a pBook? I seriously can't imagine.
Swiping isn't even remotely comparable. Except maybe that there is a general motion from right to left. But usually it would be the wrong hand.
Also, why swipe at all? I'm reading one-handed, I just want to use my thumb to progress the pages.
Touchscreens are great as long as you can actually use them. When it's a capacitive screen and you wear gloves (because it's cold, for example) - bad luck.
Of course, there are alternatives - which force you to not ever touch the screen unless you want to click something.
I'm quite happy with my Imco device - capacitive screen and buttons on both sides. In winter I use the buttons and can hold the device whatever way I want (wearing gloves reduces my fine motor skills and when moving I often grab it at the screen to have a good hold) and still turn pages without problems.
Regarding relyability - both have their problems. A touch-screen is just as likely to fail you as a button is. If the button isn't well-made, it might not react evenly, and if the software isn't good, the screen won't react or will take time to react (making you doubt if you actually touched it).
Buttons may not live as long as the screen, but I'd hope they at least live long enough for the battery to degrade, in which case it'd be time to buy a new reader.
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