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Originally Posted by DaleDe
I would say it is likely just the weight. The Sony is lighter than many 10" devices. Only 12.7oz, 358g. About the same as an Onyx 10.3" Note.
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Exactly. The number 1 issue is the weight, which bothers me most when I used the Max2.
According to the specs:
Max2: 550g
DPT-RP1: 349g
However, the Sony feels significant lighter in my hand, so I don't think the Max2 specs is accurate. Boox could have used carbon fibre to build the case but they chose hard plastic, which made the Max2 looks cheaper and heavier.
e-Ink quality of Max2 compared to Sony is 90/100. I really like the new design of the Sony's since the screen and the case are "continuously leveled" and leaves no "dead corner". (Imagine: flat screen on iPad v/s screen on the Kindle is below the case). This ergonomic design is better for writing.
The big MINUS point for the Sony is the software. As usual, Sony software sucks! To achieve security, they implemented a new connectivity method that when you plug your DPT-RP1 to computer it will establish a local ethernet network between the devices and you HAVE to use Sony software to transfer files, rather than the traditional USB storage way in previous DPT-S1 model. This is a HUGE problem for people running VPN on their laptop, or using company laptop with firewall 24/7 ON. The software will not work unless you are off VPN or using home network. This is so STUPID idea that I am looking forward to rooting the device no matter what cost...
Software wise, switching from reading to writing on Sony feels more natural as you just pick up the pen and write. Writing on Max2 requires switching to scribble mode before you can write anything. This is not so annoying but pretty inconvenient as I need to switch between reading and writing mode constantly on long document.
Battery wise, Sony wins hand down.
I'm returning my Max2 today with no regret!