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KNI · 06-13-2010, 12:43 AM

I'd say they are worth about $150 - I bought two used ones for that - with the leather cover included. It's a really great reader - supports so many formats - not least it does a beautiful job with MS Word files - but you have to use the Sony software for that - Calibre won't do MS Word. Another important thing about the 505 - it is not difficult to get areplacement battery for it, and not difficult to replace it yourself if you have modest skill. The technical manual is available on line. It really is Sony's sweet spot.

06-13-2010, 12:43 AM	#22
KNI Connoisseur Posts: 51 Karma: 31226 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Oregon Device: Sony PRS-650	I'd say they are worth about $150 - I bought two used ones for that - with the leather cover included. It's a really great reader - supports so many formats - not least it does a beautiful job with MS Word files - but you have to use the Sony software for that - Calibre won't do MS Word. Another important thing about the 505 - it is not difficult to get areplacement battery for it, and not difficult to replace it yourself if you have modest skill. The technical manual is available on line. It really is Sony's sweet spot.