Why have two e-readers - Page 6

spindlegirl · 08-26-2013, 04:50 PM

I have 2 dedicated e-readers (Sony T2 and a Kindle 4) plus I use MoonReader Pro which is half price in august for those interested, on my phone and my samsung tablet.

My favourite dedicated e-reader is the Sony T2. I bought the K4 when it was on a heavily discounted sale, so I could download my beloved bought books to calibre to make them "mine". (I use a different OS than the Kindle desktop supports). But I still do use the Kindle on occasion and sometimes loan it to the children, who might want to read a book I bought.

Once in a while I forget to stick my Sony in my purse, and I am glad I have my phone. (I am new to mobile phones, too, having just bought my first one 3 weeks ago).

jehane · 08-26-2013, 06:27 PM

My 300 is bricked.
My T1 is for novels, mostly from public libraries.
My TF101 is for journal articles, textbooks, magazines, and kindle freebies that I can't be bothered converting. And for searching my local library for ebooks to download to the T1, since it has a *much* better browsing experience.

I would like another e-ink epub reader as backup, as I have been in the unenviable position of my only ereader dying when I was not able to replace it for several months (due to being in an extremely remote location) however now that I am (1) able to replace quickly and (2) have the tablet for backup, I'm in no particular hurry and can wait for the right device at the right price. I'm also considering a second tablet to overcome some of the shortcomings of the Asus, but it's a much larger investment and consequently harder to justify.

Geralt · 08-26-2013, 07:17 PM

Tablet for pdf files and comics, kindle for fiction, novels. So far works great.

kyteflyer · 08-26-2013, 07:21 PM

I just have GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome). I've added an iPad Mini to my collection, sure not just for reading but its a more convenient size than the big iPad

I just cant seem to help myself, though I have resisted Kindle in its hardware format (have kindle app on the iDevices, and on the Androids I use Moon Reader + Pro, one of only two Android apps I thought worth spending money on)

Mivo · 08-27-2013, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kyteflyer

I just have GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome).

Me too, and in addition I had a mild case of UAS (U as in ukulele) earlier in the year, which is definitely a worse condition for the bank account. Ah, how nice it would be to be rich.

LH07 · 08-27-2013, 10:29 AM

I have a kindle fire HD and a acer a500 android tablet, since getting my tablet I find I am not using my kindle fire as I have kindle app, kobo app and moon reader pro on my tablet .

Stephjk · 08-27-2013, 11:14 AM

Kobo Glo as main e-reader, kobo mini loaded with travel guides as it fits easily in a pocket and a Samsung tablet with kindle app for books I can't convert with Calibre (but mainly for the internet!).

pastanley · 08-27-2013, 11:19 AM

ITs simple: DRM

Joykins · 08-27-2013, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sluum

i asked this question before, but it got deleted

: angry:

:a ngry:

(and i wrote something long), i am lifeless for trying..

anyway, why do people have more than one e-reader?

One for light and one for dark.

And one because while it is slow and old and buggy, I can use it for backup.

shanghaichica · 08-27-2013, 03:31 PM

The kindle paperwhite is my main reader. I have 2 kobo minis that I use for commuting as they are more portable. I also have a nook simple touch which is a backup 6 inch reader in case anything happens to my kindle. My galaxy tab 2 10.1 and iPad mini are for reading comics and magazines. I use my phone occasionally when I don't have an ereader to hand or its more convenient to use the smaller device, or when I'm hiding the fact that I'm reading!

BelleZora · 08-27-2013, 09:23 PM

I camp a lot (tent, no electricity) and, after the daily hike, I read until sleep time. So I need at least 2 ereaders (PW & Nook Glowlight) and maybe more depending upon the length of the trip.The Kindle Fire is for anything with pictures.

I use both the Fire and the K Touch for audio books. The Touch is often synched when I must charge the PW, plus the 3G is handy when I don't have wifi. I have a silly sentimental attachment for the Sony T1 and the Aluratek although I rarely use them. When home, I often loan them out which solves the whole 'loan' problem.

This winter I'll be doing remote southwest desert camping (with hot springs) for 2+ weeks at a time and will need every ereader I own. I love that I no longer need to worry about light in the tent. It's just the moon and a billion stars and the ereader.

speakingtohe · 08-27-2013, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BelleZora

I camp a lot (tent, no electricity) and, after the daily hike, I read until sleep time. So I need at least 2 ereaders (PW & Nook Glowlight) and maybe more depending upon the length of the trip.The Kindle Fire is for anything with pictures.

I use both the Fire and the K Touch for audio books. The Touch is often synched when I must charge the PW, plus the 3G is handy when I don't have wifi. I have a silly sentimental attachment for the Sony T1 and the Aluratek although I rarely use them. When home, I often loan them out which solves the whole 'loan' problem.

This winter I'll be doing remote southwest desert camping (with hot springs) for 2+ weeks at a time and will need every ereader I own. I love that I no longer need to worry about light in the tent. It's just the moon and a billion stars and the ereader.

Maybe I should take up camping.I am busy trying to find a way to justify yet another ereader in the fall

.

Helen

BelleZora · 08-27-2013, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speakingtohe

Maybe I should take up camping.I am busy trying to find a way to justify yet another ereader in the fall

.

Helen

Yea, I go to great lengths to justify an obsession with the latest gadgets.

Dr. Drib · 08-29-2013, 08:49 AM

Why only have one pair of pants?
Or one pair of underwear?
Or one pair of shoes?
Or only one book to read?

Having multiple Readers accommodates those with multiple interests and needs.

Plus, it's doggone fun to own the latest and the greatest.

And it helps someone's economic woes, while also giving unparallelled joy to the geek in all of us.

Now, errant OP - why not join in on the conversation, hmmm?

Don

Bricorn · 08-29-2013, 06:47 PM

One lives at home and one at work for lunchtime reading.

08-27-2013, 03:31 PM	#85
shanghaichica Guru Posts: 991 Karma: 5782970 Join Date: Jul 2010 Device: Scribe,Kindle Oasis 3, iPad Pro 11,15 Pro Max,iPad mini 7,colorsoft	The kindle paperwhite is my main reader. I have 2 kobo minis that I use for commuting as they are more portable. I also have a nook simple touch which is a backup 6 inch reader in case anything happens to my kindle. My galaxy tab 2 10.1 and iPad mini are for reading comics and magazines. I use my phone occasionally when I don't have an ereader to hand or its more convenient to use the smaller device, or when I'm hiding the fact that I'm reading! Last edited by shanghaichica; 08-27-2013 at 03:33 PM.

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LH07 Enthusiast Posts: 49 Karma: 475578 Join Date: Dec 2011 Device: android tablet	I have a kindle fire HD and a acer a500 android tablet, since getting my tablet I find I am not using my kindle fire as I have kindle app, kobo app and moon reader pro on my tablet .

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08-27-2013, 11:19 AM	#83
pastanley Zealot Posts: 101 Karma: 1776810 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Michigan Device: Kindle paperwhite 4, Kindle fire HD 10	ITs simple: DRM

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08-29-2013, 06:47 PM	#90
Bricorn Addict Posts: 289 Karma: 7788748 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Fun Town, Thailand Device: Kindle DXG	One lives at home and one at work for lunchtime reading.