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Old 07-17-2018, 08:37 PM   #1
sawdin2
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Location: Maine, USA
Device: Kobo Sage; Former Nook HD+ user
Kindle Oasis, Kobo Aura One or ipad mini 4???

Looking at purchasing either a KA1, Kindle Oasis, or ipad mini 4.

I used to have a Nook color tablet (can't remember if if it was the 7" or 9" model) and cannot imagine using a 6" screen. Thus, I'm only looking at options that have a large screen. I have not used a tablet or ereader for about three years. Following are some questions that I have:

1. In general, it appears that there is less glare with an ereader compared to a "tablet". Is this true in comparison to the ipad mini 4 ("m4") which has a laminated display with AR coating?

2. Reading on an e-ink display is supposedly "easier on the eyes" and more enjoyable than using a tablet. I've read that holds true even in comparison with the m4. Is that true?

3. Night Shift on m4 is not as good as twilight or f.lux. Is there a way to get f.lux or twilight w/out jailbreaking/rooting the m4? I have to have an effective blue light filter given sleep issues.

4. Is there a way to get f.lux or twilight on the Kindle Oasis? Not having a good blue light filter is the biggest knock I have against the Oasis.

5. Using overdrive with KA1 is supposed to be a breeze (when it's working), how easy is it to use overdrive with the Oasis?

6. I have read that KA1 and Kobo's in general have more glitches/issues than the Oasis, including uneven screen. Is that true?

Screen size and clarity, ease of use and a real Blue Light Filter are most important to me.

Any and all thoughts and suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

TIA!
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