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Originally Posted by Tamara
fuller potential
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What do you mean?
eInk is doing exactly what it is supposed to do. It is a technology that allows one to read books for days or weeks without worrying about battery life and, the most important bit, doesn't cause eye strain like backlit screens. It also allows one to read outside on a sunny day in a shade without any problems vs. any backlit gadget.
Just like a printed book only lighter, more compact and might have hundreds of books in it at the same time.
Some user, like you, might claim, that they can read outside on current backlit screens without any problems at all, but you are the
lucky minority (I honestly envy you). Unfortunately, the majority of people struggle with backlit screen outside. There is nothing can be done about it.
Although, even you, can
not claim that you can have a transatlantic flight, 10h long + 2 hours to get to the airport, plus there might be a delay and
not to worry about battery life with current backlit screens.
Mind you, we are talking about ebook readers, not multi-purpose gadgets. We are talking only about reading books.