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Originally Posted by Question Mark
I guess that's where we differ. In the evening, when it is dark outside, I have lights on inside, but usually not set to a level where it would be comfortable to read. So, if I want to read a paper book or use my Max, which doesn't have a built in light, I need to turn on a reading light. If I then decide to switch positions, I often need to adjust the position of the reading lamp as well.
A white/off white paper page will reflect the light that is bouncing off it back into your eyes. That is why reading a book in direct sunlight can sometimes be a bit dazzling and overwhelming.
It would seem that you keep the ambient light in your home at a brighter level than I would keep it. I prefer not to light up the entire room to such a degree if I only need that kind of lighting in a small area.
The other thing about every lighted ereader I've had is that you can control the level of the light. Mine is usually less than 20%. I can't imagine ever needing it at 100%, but, I suppose, eyes vary greatly in their sensitivity to light.
I don't believe I've ever had a lighted ereader where one couldn't switch off the light. Perhaps because I've never had a Kindle. Not sure why anyone would make an ereader where you couldn't turn off the light. Bizarre.
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I can understand that. People have different demands snd needs at the end of the day. That's why I think it's best to leave it to the reader himself whether he wants to turn it off/on. It's not even hard to incorporate, that's why I find it really weird how kindle doesn't seem to give you that option.
I for instance have very (!) light-sensitive eyes, that's why I'm so into E-paper in the first place. I've even been hoping for a decent E paper computer monitor for some time now but currently we're only given 1 or two options (Dasung and soon Onyx) and both are really costly.
Also, I'm curious to know which E readers you had where you were able to switch off the light (completey) ?