Thread: eInk device that plays MP3’s?
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Old 01-31-2023, 09:19 AM   #25
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Originally Posted by davidheart View Post
That's not a solution and this answer does not encourage innovation, e-ink solutions, or competition amongst companies.

eReaders should encourage an immersive reading experience free from distraction. Music helps some of us disconnect. Phones are naturally distracting as a rule...
The Kindle had 3.5mm jack and MP3 playback over 12 years ago. Most android eink can play MP3s if they have BT and/or a jack socket. There is no issue of competition or innovation on this.
Stand alone MP3 players by 15 years ago the size of a box of matches, front entirely LCD, low power consumption and micro SD slot were good. Almost gone now because many feature phones, not just iOS and Android can play MP3 or even audiobooks.

Amazon has made Kindle less functional for MP3. Amazon and Kobo only include BT audiobook support because the BT is included "free" in almost all WiFi now on the newer models. Also they both really only support their own audiobooks (Amazon Audible). I can't see Kobo Audiobooks surviving.
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