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Originally Posted by rcentros
Not long ago PocketBook released a 10.3" eReader. In the last two weeks they've released a new bottom of the line eReader (with 212 ppi screen), a color eReader (at about $220) and now they're updating their mid-range (Paperwhite competitor) eReader to a dual core, warm light version (but wtth a 212 ppi screen). Now all their current 6" readers use the same case and all have page turn buttons. (And all the lower priced models still have microSD slots.)
I've got to believe that Amazon and Kobo will have to respond. I'm guessing they probably both have color readers in the works, but will the Paperwhite 5 get a warm light feature? At this point PocketBook has five reader models with warm lights (Kindle has one). I've already guessed the Kindle Basic will get a 212 ppi screen (to compete with Kobo's Nia).
What PocketBook needs to compete in the U.S. are English titles. Wouldn't it interesting if they partnered with Barnes & Noble to provide their variety of devices to Nook's bookstore — or maybe Nook could partner with PocketBook's Bookland to sell their books to a wider audience. I think that partnership could be beneficial to both companies.
Will the Touch Lux 5 be the only 212 ppi reader with warm lights? I can't think of any others.
Sorry to ramble.
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In the uS, Pocketbook has partnered with Newegg.com. B&N is drowning with the nook mess and I cannot see them partnering with anyone else.