Thread: Ebook reader for an 8-year-old?
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Old 06-01-2009, 09:23 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by kressg23 View Post
Great ideas.. I don't know why, but I didn't even think to check ebay for something used. I'm thinking backlit (non e-ink) is probably better. Anything more sturdy. I worry that the e-ink devices are a bit fragile. I have heard of the Ebookwise, but didn't know anyone who has had one. I'd like to spend less than $100 if possible... I'll do some research.
Get another IPAQ. You can pick an old used one up for pretty cheap on eBay. You can load ebook reader software to it...it handles PDF, eReader, and Mobipocket files really well.
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