12-23-2010, 12:04 AM | #1 |
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Ectaco compares JBL and Mini to 5" competition
Here is a matrix Ectaco has created which compares the JBL and the Mini to the PocketBook 360 and the Sony 350.
I didn't know that there is now a leather case available for the Mini. http://www.jetbookmini.com/comparison/ |
12-23-2010, 12:16 AM | #2 |
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I'm not sure if this is a real leather
I use the slim case from my jetBook for jetbook mini protection. |
12-23-2010, 01:08 AM | #3 |
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Hmm... a "Car adapter" and "Travel kit with power plugs for different countries"
For the JBL? How's that work? "Safety strap for subway/bus reading"?? Where would that go? Don't see anyplace on the JBL to attach the strap. Makes you think it would be a good idea if the guys writing up these blurbs could actually spend some time using the product, before they submitted their copy. It would be nice if the guy who is approving the copy had a clue as well. Not all Jetbooks are the same. Luck; Ken |
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BTW, anyone seen the price they are charging for the 1GB SD card with 1000 FREE classics? $99.95US (or $104.95AUD). Wow is all I can say. |
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12-23-2010, 06:41 AM | #5 |
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I would hope that those tasked with writing advertising copy, wouldn't be required to
research the web site for their product information. They should have been given accurate and extensive product information and their copy should have to be approved for release by more than just the legal department. The web site designer might be consulted about how the information is integrated into the site, but the client would be responsible for the actual copy and it's validity. So "technically" the guys who made that chart and whoever approved it, are definitely to blame. The chart is Ectaco's. That is not the price for the SD card, it is for the Mini with the SD card included. Luck; Ken |
12-23-2010, 08:17 AM | #6 |
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I realize the mini comes with the sd card for $99.95 but if you click on the mini then accessories you will see the sd card on it's own for $99.95.
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12-23-2010, 08:24 AM | #7 |
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12-23-2010, 08:28 AM | #8 |
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Wish that etaco would stick to techological comparisons between ereaders. Things like type of and size of screen (I know they covered this one), boot time, amount of memory supported, processor speed (after all this is a biggie).
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the travel kit is actually something interesting, i checked it out on their site and its a set of converters so you can charge the jetBook in any country. nice add-on for travelers. |
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This bit about ghosting on eink is BS. Vizplex and Pearl do not ghost.
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While you are at it, since the Jetbook mini doesn't have a dictionary, let's leave out the fact that the 350 has dictionaries. Quote:
These books can be gotten for other readers such as the 350. So here's Ectaco making another chart that's full of misinformation, omissions, and lies. Their first chart compared the 500 to the Jetbook when the 505 was the current model. And they did the same thing as they did with this chart. Last edited by JSWolf; 12-23-2010 at 10:59 AM. |
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EDIT: If I was buying based on retail price alone, $100 for Mini vs. $180 for Sony, I'd probably buy the Mini. But as it is, since I was able to get a Sony for myself for cheap (essentially $50, with trade-in) and free for my wife (with Sony Card points and trade-in), and free covers for both, I consider that substantially better. My trade-ins were an old EB1150 (value: maybe $30 on eBay, but I sold the included SmartMedia card for that much) and my old broken jetBook (value: $0). Last edited by Kralik; 12-23-2010 at 11:02 AM. |
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wen i had the kindle 3 (for literally less than a week before it leaked/cracked) i saw that after reading for a prolonged period of time, ghosting is still an issue. jswolf, we know ur an avid critic that favors the prs and all sony products, but try another one. |
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Simply following the post you'll find 57 users that see the ghosting.
BTW, I forgot about the abysmal format support on the Mini. What's up with that?! |
12-23-2010, 02:18 PM | #14 |
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There is a place to put a safety strap on JBL, I had one on mine.
If I am not mistaken the slot is on the lower left. It is a very small hole to pass the safety strap cord. I used one of these straps sold for Nintendo Wii controllers. |
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awesome awesome awesome, did not expect that but now im considering getting a strap for it. |
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