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Originally Posted by Robertb
Dear ALL:
I am still hearing you and yes, the support for thicker devices on MobileRead Forum was very clear on this issue. But, at CES, everybody that came to our booth (thousands) initially responded to how thin and light it is.
I am not arguing and still thinking. Now the Kindle and Sony have gone after the EZ Reader look... thin and light. If I go thick I would get killed.
Robert B
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When I think about the ergonomics of my Rocket ebook, I think it breaks down into three parts.
1. The shape and weight of the device, making it comfortable to hold.
2. The shape, positioning, and function of the buttons, such that it's easy to use, easy to reverse or turn sidewise, and not subject to hitting the wrong button.
3. The possibility of having this thicker shape hold a more long-lasting battery.
So, here's a thought. The buttons and functioning need to be built into the basic device, but that could still be done with a thin device. Then, you (or someone) could make an after-market "holder" that would clamp onto the device to form a handle that would feel like a Rocket. It could have a proper grip, be weighted if it seems appropriate, or even have hollow compartments to hold extra SD cards or a USB cable to charge (if the cable were small enough anyway). As much as I'd like to see it, let the battery function go.
So, as long as the original device had a bezel that could accept the after-market grip, with buttons that were appropriate, it would still be "thin" and you wouldn't lose your market to the competition.