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Originally Posted by BenLee
I agree that the reading tech is not the only factor that determines who comes out on top. There's a slew of factors.
But I think whoever thinks that LCD is superior to e-ink for the purpose of reading (and reading alone) will find it very hard to make a compelling argument. E-ink is simply better to the mechanics of reading, not for games, or apps, or anything else....for just reading. And I think that most people would agree with this. Your eyes feel more comfortable reading e-ink for a sustained period of hours than it does an LCD screen. I work on a computer all day and I can't wait to stare at something with no glare like a Kindle. Aside from wanting color, I see very little reason why LCD would be superior for reading purposes. Can someone explain?
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I don't have problems reading on LCD for sustained periods. I can edit all day on computer and read for additional hours online for leisure; I used to read Gutenberg books on netbook after work, for instance.
The only appeal of e-ink for me was portability. I have that now with iPad, which also allows me to read news across the entire Web. With my nonfiction reading, I can easily view maps and other images as well.
I also prefer an adjustable white or sepia screen, instead of the fixed muddy gray of e-ink. iPad lets me read without a booklight (or any other light); I hated Mighty Brights with e-ink. You had to find your sweet spot to avoid glare, yet get even coverage. Then you'd be back at it if you accidentally knocked the light out of place.
Some e-ink fans rave about reading in full sun. I grew up in the tropics and have never wanted to read in full sun.
I don't play games, social network or watch movies on iPad. I bought it for e-books, e-mail and Internet. If the e-book function did not meet my needs, I would've resold the iPad at hundreds over retail, because my primary interest was e-books. It turns out I love the reading flexibility, plus lots else.
I might not stick with Apple, but I'm not going back to e-ink now that tablets have arrived.