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Old 08-30-2009, 08:39 AM   #22
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Join Date: Mar 2007
Device: HP iPAQ211 / PRS 500, 700 and 505
I'm with macthekitten -- I've had my 700 for almost a year now and have never ever been in a situation where I couldn't read it, and have never been in a situation where I have been overly aware of the glare to where it interfered with the pleasure of reading. I've read paper books printed on such bright white paper where reading in direct sunlight has created more problem than I've ever had on my 700.

Interestingly, though, what many people find to be completely easy to read, others will obsess over any imperfections they find. Which isn't a negative commentary on anybody, but merely an observation. For many people, the glare seems to be all they are aware of and it makes the reading experience miserable.

I would never suggest that they should simply live with it -- I empathize with their concerns, and hope they find their ideal reader.

On the other hand, though, it bothers me greatly when they offer comments which make the 700 sound like a crippled device. It's a great device which is a pleasure for many of us to read.
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