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Each device has benefits and drawbacks. If you plan to download free e-books from your local library, keep in mind that some libraries (and most in Canada) don't support Kindle formats (.mobi), and you won't be able to borrow e-books if you have a Kindle, n that case. The strict DRM on library books also means that you would not be able to use Calibre to change the file type on library books.

If you plan to buy your books (or download free books), then your choice would depend on whether you prefer e-ink (and pure e-readers) for their simplicity, or if you could do with the option to check e-mail, read PDF articles, check social media, watch Netflix, play games, use cloud-based applications like Dropbox or Google calendar, and buy books (or borrow library books) directly using your device. Again, in the context of borrowing library books, above all devices I would recommend a Kobo Arc (or similar e-book tablet, like a Nook). This will allow you to borrow library books with a free app (Overdrive) that is easy to use, instead of having to transfer books from your computer using Adobe Digital Editions.

I also like that tablet e-readers allow you to easily change the color, size, brightness, and font of books, highlight, quote, make notes, and automatically look up words in the dictionary. If you enjoy graphic novels or magazines, the full-color format is definitely more enjoyable. It is also great to have a mobile device that is small enough to carry with you in case you need to look up a map, take a photo or video, make a skype call, or if you're just bored and want to do a crossword.

Good luck!