Thread: Who Would Buy a Bookeen Eink Reader?
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Old 12-21-2006, 05:09 PM   #85
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Originally Posted by phuata
If they are going to have the software needed to read Baen ebooks, an eink screen, text searching capability, and a long-lasting, replacable battery, I don't need much more input. I just need to know the price.
I don't think they're going to have text searching capability. They seem pretty adamant against incorporating anything that could be used to add a keyboard or touchscreen. They also seem opposed to leaving the system open so that users can add their own apps. (That may just be the impression I'm getting from one vocal participant in the discussion, however.)

If your idea of an ebook reader is something to use to page through novels, you may be interested in what they're working on. I have rather broader expectations for something I'd have to pay more than US$100 for, but I know there are differing points of view on this.
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