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Originally Posted by HansTWN
That is basically how I do it, though I often carry the Irex with me. My phone can do everything. An iPad is too big and heavy for full mobility and too underpowered to replace my laptop. So I really don't see any need for such a device at this moment. And suitable color readers that can do everything are still 2 years off.
In the end it depends on how much you read -- is a special purpose device worth it?
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Depends what you read, too. I read five to 10 books a week, plus lots of news. I want my news updated asap, especially stock market info. I prefer nonfiction books, which often include images, maps and such. I'm on my third or fourth book this week. I'm in the middle of "The Worst Hard Time," which includes photos. Do I need to see those photos? No. But if I can, I'd rather. With my investment and business books, I need the graphs and such.
For me, dedicated e-readers fall short. I still have my Kindle, but I read it now only when I have to charge my iPad. I would like a tablet with longer battery life.
Many say iPad isn't for real readers. All iPad owners aren't readers, of course. There are a good number of us who are, though. That's why we're here, instead of on YouTube or whatever.