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Originally Posted by svhs
I think my 8 years old kindle PW is past saving now, so I'm here for a new e-reader. Honestly I don't really want much more than the old PW, I loved the device, the only problem was the closed amazon system.
I looked through some of the E-readers out there and the Pook 2 seems like a solid device, but I can't really find any reliable source on it's battery life. I mostly want to use it for reading, not browsing the web or anything, but I would love to have the option to do other things. I don't really want to buy a bigger screen, the PW was perfect size for me, I usually held it one handed.
Any info on the battery life? Will it hold as long as my kindle, with android 9? Any suggestions for other device?
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The battery life is similar to any other 6" e-reader. I use AlReaderX as my main reading program and it consumes approximately 2℅ per hour (WiFi off and lighting at medium level). With other reading programs and in other conditions I haven't checked yet. With WiFi on, the battery consumption is significantly higher. But using it occasionally I don't appreciate any difference with other e-readers. The Poke 2 has a very powerful processor and executes any action quickly, so the battery consumption is reduced. It is the first 6" Android e-reader that does not need a large battery capacity and this surprises many people.
Anyway, if you only want it to read I would look for a cheaper and more "classic" e-reader. If you are used to Kindle, the PW4 is a good alternative. Also good options are the Kobo Clara HD and the Tolino Shine 3. I use these devices regularly and am satisfied with all of them. Each one has some peculiarity that makes it more enjoyable than the other. It all depends on your particular tastes rather than the individual quality of the device.