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Originally Posted by ficbot
What you are proposing isn't really 'less is more' though. Wireless? Pictures in the menu of the book covers? Having it read to you? My 'modern' Sony, which weights a third the weight of the eBookwise, doesn't do those. Not to discourage you, by any means, but unless you really are adding something new and/or different to the table, why go to all that work?
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most modern devices have wireless, and honestly, i was looking to replace the onbord modem with it. BUT.. i do not think it needs to be included by default. again, theres no reason a USB dongle couldn't be supported. if the customer wants it, theres no reason for them not to be able to get it, but as an add-on.
as for pictures, why not? some folks have a much easier time finding a book by its visual appearance, rather than the words on its spine. i feel that allowing the option of a graphical/iconic menu in addition to or in place of the text menu isn't a bad idea. again, completely at the users discretion.
and the audio was merely a suggestion brought up by friends, and isn't necessarily a part of the plan.
and really, im not looking to add anything new or different. merely a simple device, thats easy to operate, flexible enough to evolve, and versatile to meet varying needs, without having the added expense of bits and pieces that many will never use.
most of the changes here will be in the modular nature of the software/hardware, and the cooperation with varying ebook sellers. in THAT respect, i suppose this is new. as, to my knowledge, NO device has ever sought to remain independent, while also working cooperatively with so many otherwise competing companies.
i do thank you for your input though, it helps me to more clearly state the plan. and also gives me ideas for further development.