Hanwang N510 - the world's first 5-inch E Ink reader

[imaredr]

Originally Posted by HarryT

The key difference is the fact that the JetBook has an LCD screen, and this is eInk.

Yes Harry, So right. I didn't read close enough. That is another reason why I like my Jetbook over my Kindle, Sony readers, and iLiad. I am not a big fan of e-ink. I just got the Bebook and I am hoping it will change my mind.

Ellen

[wallcraft]

On the Kindle, less than 5" of the available 6" diagonal screen is used for displaying the ebook's contents. The rest is used to give a distinctive look and feel. So, a 5" screen can be almost as good as 6" providing you are willing to forgo margins and other "frills".

This would be an excellent target for OpenInkpot.

I have been wrong before about battery capacities, but this device seems to have a larger battery than the DR1000, makes me wonder if iRex has got the battery all wrong - again.

[HarryT]

Originally Posted by wallcraft

I have been wrong before about battery capacities, but this device seems to have a larger battery than the DR1000, makes me wonder if iRex has got the battery all wrong - again.

A 1500mAh battery is a surprisingly high capacity. The CyBook, for example, manages very well with its 1000mAh battery.

[GatorDeb]

Originally Posted by HarryT

But what format in that list would you convert to that supports pictures, hyperlinks, etc?

The books I read don't have many if at all For my needs it's perfect (the latest Tess Gerritsen medical fiction book or a non-fiction book about the court system).

[petermillard]

Originally Posted by Prospect

Compared to the Cybook it is not that much smaller

No, but it isn't, but it looks it...

See here

... and will probably feel it too. Postcards above are slightly shorter than the Hanwang, but have been referenced off the top edge of the Cybook to compensate.

I think it'll appeal to a lot of people who read during the commute.

Cheers, Pete

[NatCh]

Originally Posted by HarryT

But what format in that list would you convert to that supports pictures, hyperlinks, etc?

Originally Posted by Alexander Turcic

• Supported Formats: TXT, HTML, PNG, JPG, PDF, XEB, CEB, MP3, MTXT

I'm thinkin' the HTML may do that somewhat passably, HarryT.

[pilotbob]

Originally Posted by worxland

So Astak waited too much - this is the same (almost the same) device they have and it has lower price. Only question is when it'll be out.

Except that:

1. This device does NOT support "any" of the current ebook file formats such as mobi, epub, or eReader.

2. This device does NOT support "any" of the current ebook DRM schemes, see item 1.

3. This device is not available world wide. (yet?)

My questions about this device are:

1. Does it have dictionary support? (The jetbook does).

2. Does it support PDF reflow?

3. Is the battery replaceable?

4. Does it support folders? (Jetbook does)

However, the price seems right. I would rather get this device over the Jetbook. A $200 5inch eInk device to me is much more desirable than a $300 5inch LCD device.

Supporting Mobi, even nonDRM version would be nice. But, as someone said, maybe this would run some open source OS or reader to make up for the format issues.

BOb

[Penforhire]

I applaud diversity in the marketplace. And I can see how this size might be better for carrying in a woman's purse.

Like many of you, I am not a likely buyer. I find my Sony reader fits just fine in my hard and soft briefcases or any of my backpacks, saddle bags, and tankbags (motorcycling). Otherwise my reader is on my car's passenger seat or in-hand. I'm thinking a smaller reader would not be more convenient for me.

[axel77]

OS?




> this line is just for longer message so forum accepts it <

[TheJohnNewton]

Originally Posted by pilotbob

Except that:
2. This device does NOT support "any" of the current ebook DRM schemes, see item 1.

Is this a pro or a con?

[NatCh]

Depends on who you ask.

[DaleDe]

Originally Posted by dadioflex

Is it possible to re-manufacture a 5 inch screen from a partially faulty 6 inch screen? Might explain the screen size.

I read on a PDA so 5" would be plenty big enough for me. I want something I can stuff in a jacket pocket and not feel TOO bad about if it gets broken.

No it had the same resolution as a 6" device so it can't be a part of the screen. Netronix has had a 5" device in their list of products for some time and e-Ink has had it for years at this point. It may now see the light of day from this post or maybe from Astek as they also have announced one of these but not yet delivered. It has 200 ppi which could give it an advantage for those that feel 166 ppi is not enough.

Dale

[Dylrob]

Originally Posted by TheJohnNewton

Is this a pro or a con?

I'd call that a massive con. DRM may not be perfect, but at least it gives you options. Saying a device should have no DRM support period just seems silly to me. If you don't want it, don't use it!

[JSWolf]

Without DRM support, it means that the average person won't be able to get current books for it. I know most people here know of the tools to remove DRM and cona probably convert content to HTML for use on this thing. But without supporting some current eBook format, it's mostly a paperweight.

[neoaska]

Originally Posted by Alexander Turcic

According to this store, the N510 is priced at around $200.

Thanks to James for the tip!

the price shall be ￥2,288.00, which is $320+
For the purpose of comparision, you can buy a PRS-505 in no more than ￥2200 in China...

so apparently this N510 is overpriced...