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Old 03-19-2015, 07:33 PM   #1
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I do realize that I'm asking for the equivalent of, well, a bit of an antique, as most readers now come with WiFi and/or 3G/4G connectivity. However, I'm looking for a simple reader that will handle MOBI and/or ePUB files, but with NO wireless capability whatsoever.

Here's the only thing I've found which is still readily available:

Sony E-Book Reader PRS-300

Any other suggestions? Thanks.
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Or just get one with wireless and don't enable the wireless.
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Is there any particular reason why an unused WiFi card is actively bad for your needs?
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Is there any particular reason why an unused WiFi card is actively bad for your needs?
Yes, several--none of which would be particularly interesting. However, I just found the Sony E-Book Reader PRS-300SC factory-sealed on eBay for $30 incl shipping. So, I bought it. Now to see if it works for me. Most of my eBooks are in Mobi, but converting the few I want on this secondary device to ePUB should be easy enough w Calibre...
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I think you'd have done better getting a Kobo Mini, same size screen but much better screen and resolution. Holds a lot more books, too. You don't have to turn wifi on.
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Is there any particular reason why an unused WiFi card is actively bad for your needs?
Due to security, safety, or other concerns, there are places where you aren't allowed to have a wireless-equipped device.

That's what led to the development of the NeRD, and the related USAF model:
http://the-digital-reader.com/2014/0...reader-device/
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Due to security, safety, or other concerns, there are places where you aren't allowed to have a wireless-equipped device.

That's what led to the development of the NeRD, and the related USAF model:
http://the-digital-reader.com/2014/0...reader-device/
That looks to be the ticket -- if you're in the USN. Perfect for device-restricted environments. Such as a nuclear submarine...
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I do realize that I'm asking for the equivalent of, well, a bit of an antique, as most readers now come with WiFi and/or 3G/4G connectivity. However, I'm looking for a simple reader that will handle MOBI and/or ePUB files, but with NO wireless capability whatsoever.

Here's the only thing I've found which is still readily available:

Sony E-Book Reader PRS-300

Any other suggestions? Thanks.
Here's one:
http://www.amazon.com/Slick-ER701-eR.../dp/B006F5QLOI

Here are a couple more:
http://www.trekstor.de/ebook-reader-en.html
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The JetBook Lite occasionally comes up at Ebay and other sites. No wifi or any other wireless options at all. Content must be loaded onto an SD card (or via a wired USB connection, but that's very slow). Also uses AA batteries (rechargeable or alkaline).

Mine's coming up on its fifth trouble-free birthday.
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Due to security, safety, or other concerns, there are places where you aren't allowed to have a wireless-equipped device.

That's what led to the development of the NeRD, and the related USAF model:
http://the-digital-reader.com/2014/0...reader-device/
Just checking many times people seem to be asking for a non-WiFi-capable device simply because they don't see themselves needing WiFi.
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Are there no Sony PRS-350 or 650s available?
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Thanks. TrekStor looks notable. I'll consider it if my $30 Sony doesn't do the job.
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Are there no Sony PRS-350 or 650s available?
Yes, but not new for $30...and since this is for backup use, I'll hope it suffices. I actually really like my Kindle Paperwhite, and my Kindle Readers, but I'll not have wasted much if this isn't useful.
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If you can find a deal on the discontinued Cybook Opus it's WiFi free and has two separate firmwares, one for Mobi & one for ePub.
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