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ig88 · 04-14-2007, 02:53 AM

I am considering purchasing an iLiad. I have been reading the forums, but have a few remaining questions:

1) Does the search function search actual CONTENT, or just title/author type fields. i.e. if I upload PDF files, can I search these files for content within them? Can I limit the search to a single file? Can I search an entire folder?

2) What is the actual battery life? (assuming not running WiFi)

3) I am assuming one needs some sort of external light to read (device does not have a backlight and is not readable in the dark).

4) Is the iLiad currently advertised on the website the new "2007" model? If not, when would it be expected/how long should I post pone my purchase?

5) Is this new "2007" model heavier and thicker than the pictures and videos I have seen, due to the new increased-capacaity battery?

6) Is it true you still can't read HTML and text files? The manual and website seems to refer to them, but the forum talk seems to say new readers are needed.

04-14-2007, 02:53 AM	#1
ig88 Gadget Guy Posts: 76 Karma: 84 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Minnesota Device: iLiad - iPhone - OSX	Pre Purchase Question I am considering purchasing an iLiad. I have been reading the forums, but have a few remaining questions: 1) Does the search function search actual CONTENT, or just title/author type fields. i.e. if I upload PDF files, can I search these files for content within them? Can I limit the search to a single file? Can I search an entire folder? 2) What is the actual battery life? (assuming not running WiFi) 3) I am assuming one needs some sort of external light to read (device does not have a backlight and is not readable in the dark). 4) Is the iLiad currently advertised on the website the new "2007" model? If not, when would it be expected/how long should I post pone my purchase? 5) Is this new "2007" model heavier and thicker than the pictures and videos I have seen, due to the new increased-capacaity battery? 6) Is it true you still can't read HTML and text files? The manual and website seems to refer to them, but the forum talk seems to say new readers are needed.