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Old 08-15-2009, 08:38 PM   #11
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Originally Posted by Kralik View Post
You can get to the battery by removing the back of the case - 4 small screws. But it is a hassle (and I don't know where you would buy replacement batteries).

However, the battery is 2800mAh vs. the "standard" 1000 mAh of e-ink devices.
Yes, but it is an LCD display. Uses a LOT more power than e-ink. (And, the display isn't e-ink, another minus imo!) The advertised battery life is "up to 22 hours." I'll take the 3 weeks or so of my e-ink device any day. I already have enough gadgets that need to be constantly recharged.

IMO, waiting a couple of weeks for the Sony 300, for an extra $30, would eb well worth it. Same size display (5"), much better quality (800x600 e-ink vs. 640x480 lcd), supports many formats, and FAR superior battery life in a smaller form factor.
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