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Originally Posted by BobVA
Even if you don't want to open up the package, the fact you can power it via an external plug opens up an entire potenital world of aftermarket power gadgets.
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Do we know this yet for sure? For example, some electric razors can work directly from power sources. Others only indirectly - you charge the battery and then the device runs from battery power. If the battery can't hold a charge, I don't think it would run.
Not sure how the Reader works. But I'm inclined to think an adapter power source is sufficient even if the battery won't hold a charge - most electronics devices from calculators to pdas to laptops seem to not depend on a battery charge to operate. But I haven't heard any comments on the Sony Reader specifically.
I'd be thrilled if it still works via power cord even if the battery is long gone because then I should still be able to use it (while tethered to an outlet) for many years to come as long as I don't wear out the buttons or break the screen!