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Old 05-17-2009, 05:33 PM   #6
emellaich
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Originally Posted by Elsi View Post
It happens all the time -- but in this case I don't view the DX as a direct competitor to the K2. Rather, it's in its own category with only the iLiad as a close competitor. (This is kind of how I view the laptop vs. netbook situation.)
I second those thoughts. Although I like the newest and latest stuff, I just bought a new K2, not a DX (preorder). The DX size is not as convenient when it comes to reading in bed or lounging on the couch. Furthermore, I expect the DX screen to be fairly fragile. Without a flexible screen, I think you will hear a lot about breakage on these things. It may be fine if you are using it at work on a desk, but not really the thing for casual reading.

On the other hand, I don't really recommend any of the 6 inch readers for pdf's. If you are reading technical documents or textbooks you must have a larger screen.

For me its like buying a new Prius and then seeing them announce a new hybrid mini-van. They may both be hybrid, but a Prius won't fit the bill if you really needed a mini-van.
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