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Originally Posted by GA Russell
I recommend that you set the bar low for your first eBook reader, and buy the least expensive model that meets your minimum requirements.
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I don't know if you have to set the bar low... but just realize some of the limitations.
1. The device will ONLY allow you to read ebooks. It won't keep your calendar or browse the web.
2. You will need a lamp or light to read the ebook just like you do with a book. (applies to most of the dedicated devices)
3. The contrast on the ebook reader is not quite as good as real paper. But, it is certainly readable.
4. You probably won't be able to find every book that you might want to read.
5. You will be limited to buying for a store that supports the DRM your device supports. (This usually isn't a big issue)
6. You won't be able to read the ebook you bought on more than one device unless the device supports the same DRM.
7. You will not save money on content unless you plan to read a lot or mostly public domain and freely available books. And there are thousands of them.
Other than that... the current generation of ebook readers are very capable and allow you to have a large collection of books with you without all the weight. You can also read long/heavy books without the weight.
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