Thread: How You Hold A Book When Reading
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Old 11-05-2009, 08:16 AM   #23
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Originally Posted by sony_fox View Post
Very dependant on your particular hand shape, finger proportions - and don't forget the weight issues on hand and arm strength.

the 505 is one of the heavier ereaders around (robust though) and I probably wouldn't want to hold it in the air for an hour - but then I don't read like that. I usually rest it on something and just tap the RHS page turn button as required.

The lefthand spine hold does put the thumb in the correct position for page turns. but somehow doesn't feel natural to me.


Strongly suggest seeing devices in the flesh and playing with them!
I find I don't notice the weight of the 505 when I am reading. Holding it in one hand is very easy. I did recently get to hold a Bookeen Gen3 and it is very light. It felt too light. Like a cheap toy.
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