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Originally Posted by jncrft
Hello,
This is my first post. I'm thinking/planning on getting a Pocketpro in a couple of weeks. After reading here and looking at the Barnes and Noble site, I have a question. It looks like B&N is using/switching to epub using ADE, but Robert has talked about trying to get ereader support so that Astak devices can buy books from B&N.  Can users buy books from B&N in epub format with ADE, or not? I have a lot of books in various formats, and use Baen a lot, so it's not critical, but B&N tries to match Amazon prices, and cheaper is always nice.
Jon |
Dear Jon:
First, I work for Astak and I am very happy you are here. Welcome!!
You will love the Pocket PRO for SO many reasons: 8 level grey scale, 20 formats, Adobe Digital Editions, Text-To-Speech, 6 colors (picked by this forum's members), a user-replaceable rechargeable battery, SD card slot to 16GB (roughly 8,000 eBooks and your music), and a quality case and ear buds are included! It is a beauty.
B&N has EPUB... but it is a different EPUB (from what I have heard). B&N is pushing their own eReader format! A new eBook Store that is ONLY for Adobe Digital Editions (Astak, Sony, and numerous more can buy with total confidence)) is due to open April 5. The delay is the rebellion by 5 publishers that want to control the price 100% and want to see everyone sell at one price. NOT GOOD! Anyway, this new site is well stocked and ready and will also feature the entire 1 Million Google Free Library!
Yes, this new eBook Store will have really low pricing (perhaps except for those five publishers). I will announce all on here on April 5!
Your decision on the Pocket PRO is a great one!! You will be amazed at the speed and lightness! It only weighs 5.8 ounces!