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Old 01-10-2009, 10:38 AM   #3
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The jetbook really is a nice device. It has alot of features that Sony 505 and CyBook don't have given the folder support and ability to enter text with T9.

They do need to allow you to install your own dictionaries though. At this time you are stuck with the ones installed. Then again, they install some translation dictionaries in addition to defining dicts. ALso, supporting more than one at a time like only the CyBook currently does would be a bonus.

For $200 that Fry's has been selling it for it is certainly a good option, espesially for someone that takes it on the road alot.

Of course you have to be willing to remove DRM and do some conversions to read most recent mainstream books. But, if they get a good ePUB viewer that won't be a problem. I'm sure as time goes by to ePUB convertors will get better and better (see calibre).

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