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Originally Posted by mobelby
Robert,
Great to see we're finally nearing the launch of the Hanlin V5/Bebook mini/Astak Pocket Pro.
Since I last posted I've acquired a new iphone 3gs and it has changed my perspective again on what I need from an ereader.
The iphone goes with you everywhere and has both wifi and 3G so my previous need in an ereader for wireless connectivity has gone completely after using the following on the iphone - safari, wikitap, NYT, google news, google mobile, bloomberg.
All I want now is a cheap, user friendly, fast device that reads books and nothing more (although text search and capability for a built in dictionary akin to Stanza on the iphone would be very welcome).
To this end the Pocket Pro meets all my needs and it's a bonus that it remains pocketable whilst still having a much bigger screen than the iphone.
I really hope and have a good feeling that this device will be a success. Now bring it on already .............  |
Dear Mobelby:
I am with you. I bought a Smartphone for all that it does and enjoy the dedicated eBook Reader (EZ Reader) for what it does... allow me to read comfortably.
Yes, everything on the Pocket PRO is finally moving and we are all really upbeat here at Astak. This week our General Manager is in China talking with the factory and getting everything in writing to gain exclusivity (we hope). We think it will be an absolutely KILLER product that will combine the convenient size with a pumped-up and faster machine that offers so much more than even normal 6 inch devices offer. AND... I LOVE the idea of great colors so users can personalize their experience!!