Anyone buying back-up Readers?

sharphamster · 02-09-2014, 12:22 PM

I'm a complete machine addict and would rather use a device that I love than let vendors decide. Obsolescence only really happens when the parts and the knowledge are gone - my car is 50+ years old, and still running strong.

So I thought I'd start a thread for others who may be looking to pick up a Sony before they disappear.

T2

Tiger Direct has new Black T2s for $99US, plus refurbished for $69US and bundled with a $25 giftcard for $79US. (I bought the bundle as a gift last Christmas - no problems AFAIK)

New Red or White T2s from this ebay seller for $90US - Got my original from him, and will most likely get another.

T3

Looks like Best Buy Canada and Future Shop have the T3S for $79.99CA in Red or Black - no shipping for those of us in the US, but nice deal for those in Canada. (I may have to send my brother back home across the bridge to Windsor for a red one.)

US eBay has a few, some reasonably priced and others not so much, especially on the shipping charge.

Here's hoping for some great deals in the future - and maybe better availability for those of us in the US.

cybmole · 02-09-2014, 01:02 PM

the "good for 50 years idea" fails on predicted battery life. 3 years if you are lucky, and not using it for 3 years does not work in your favour.
the T3 is still £99 in uk sony store ,same as at xmas - so no reductions yet.

sharphamster · 02-09-2014, 01:34 PM

Yes, going to be looking into battery replacement down the road, if necessary. I'm fortunate to have a friend who loves fiddling with electronics.

I miss the days when hardware had user-replaceable/swappable batteries. Of course, battery capacity was a lot smaller then, too.

cybmole · 02-09-2014, 02:02 PM

I've not actually read anything on how hard it is to change T series batteries, I know there are replacement kits for the x50 models, if you are up to the fiddly steps involved

Barbara1955 · 02-09-2014, 02:29 PM

And IF your going to Storage them You need to remove the Batteries for Safety.

4691mls · 02-09-2014, 04:54 PM

I really like my PRS-T1, but I don't plan to buy another Sony reader unless they start selling new models in the US again. I will probably just wait until something happens to my T1 and see what epub readers are available in the US at that time.

Rizla · 02-09-2014, 05:31 PM

I assume those prices for the T3 are sans case. I see the case as essential.

re: backups, I move to a rooted Nook STR (I have two) but I have a T1 & T2 and three 650s. *Shakes head* I'll have to get some 650 replacement batteries.

I'd like a front-lit e-reader, but the device I want hasn't been made yet (at least, in N.America, and for a decent price).

goldilocks · 02-09-2014, 05:38 PM

I'm still using my 505 from 2009. The battery is getting pretty bad. But I have bought a few extras off eBay (at least one works perfectly) which I alternate use. I like the buttons and just want to read...

I may get a new battery for my original 505. I'll use them until they die or something I really like comes out.

cybmole · 02-10-2014, 04:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Katie1

And IF your going to Storage them You need to remove the Batteries for Safety.

why ? as there ever been a report of an exploded/caught fire battery inside of a sony reader ?

and as we know, you can't easily remove a battery - you need special tools & plenty of skill to do that.

cybmole · 02-10-2014, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rizla

I assume those prices for the T3 are sans case. I see the case as essential.

.

the T3 case is integral to the design - closing teh flap puts device in standby, like closing a laptop. It's a neat feature

So they are not sold without a case

sqdancer · 02-10-2014, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cybmole

So they are not sold without a case

Incorrect, there is a version without a case - the T3S.

cybmole · 02-10-2014, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sqdancer

Incorrect, there is a version without a case - the T3S.

not in the Sony store, there isn't. It may theoretically exist but have you seen a new one on sale anywhere ?
the only one that google shopping finds is a Jap import on ebay. I suspect there is no european T3S

sharphamster · 02-10-2014, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cybmole

I've not actually read anything on how hard it is to change T series batteries, I know there are replacement kits for the x50 models, if you are up to the fiddly steps involved

Thanks cybmole - I checked with the vendor I've always bought my PDA batteries from, and they carry new batteries for most of the discontinued Sony models too. I've sent them a message asking if they are considering carrying stock for the Tx line also.

hansl · 02-10-2014, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cybmole

not in the Sony store, there isn't. It may theoretically exist but have you seen a new one on sale anywhere ?
the only one that google shopping finds is a Jap import on ebay. I suspect there is no european T3S

I bought my T3S from ebook.de. Still rather theoretical for US residents. BTW I would not buy a spare T3. I hope for better hardware in 3 or 4 years, depends on how long the battery will endure.
Hansl

samhy · 02-10-2014, 12:46 PM

Interesting idea but what those ereaders will become if Sony doesn't update the firmware to render the new DRM scheme?

02-09-2014, 12:22 PM	#1
sharphamster Anathema Device Posts: 283 Karma: 257456 Join Date: Oct 2011 Device: Sony T3/350, Kobo AuraH20/Mini, Axim X50v	Anyone buying back-up Readers? I'm a complete machine addict and would rather use a device that I love than let vendors decide. Obsolescence only really happens when the parts and the knowledge are gone - my car is 50+ years old, and still running strong. So I thought I'd start a thread for others who may be looking to pick up a Sony before they disappear. T2 Tiger Direct has new Black T2s for $99US, plus refurbished for $69US and bundled with a $25 giftcard for $79US. (I bought the bundle as a gift last Christmas - no problems AFAIK) New Red or White T2s from this ebay seller for $90US - Got my original from him, and will most likely get another. T3 Looks like Best Buy Canada and Future Shop have the T3S for $79.99CA in Red or Black - no shipping for those of us in the US, but nice deal for those in Canada. (I may have to send my brother back home across the bridge to Windsor for a red one.) US eBay has a few, some reasonably priced and others not so much, especially on the shipping charge. Here's hoping for some great deals in the future - and maybe better availability for those of us in the US.

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02-09-2014, 01:02 PM	#2
cybmole Wizard Posts: 3,720 Karma: 1759970 Join Date: Sep 2010 Device: none	the "good for 50 years idea" fails on predicted battery life. 3 years if you are lucky, and not using it for 3 years does not work in your favour. the T3 is still £99 in uk sony store ,same as at xmas - so no reductions yet.

02-09-2014, 01:34 PM	#3
sharphamster Anathema Device Posts: 283 Karma: 257456 Join Date: Oct 2011 Device: Sony T3/350, Kobo AuraH20/Mini, Axim X50v	Yes, going to be looking into battery replacement down the road, if necessary. I'm fortunate to have a friend who loves fiddling with electronics. I miss the days when hardware had user-replaceable/swappable batteries. Of course, battery capacity was a lot smaller then, too.

02-09-2014, 02:02 PM	#4
cybmole Wizard Posts: 3,720 Karma: 1759970 Join Date: Sep 2010 Device: none	I've not actually read anything on how hard it is to change T series batteries, I know there are replacement kits for the x50 models, if you are up to the fiddly steps involved

02-09-2014, 02:29 PM	#5
Barbara1955 Non-Techy Posts: 4,455 Karma: 15499273 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: WV---USA Device: Samsung Cell Phone & Amazon Fires & Kobo eReaders	And IF your going to Storage them You need to remove the Batteries for Safety.

02-09-2014, 04:54 PM	#6
4691mls Wizard Posts: 2,776 Karma: 30081762 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: US Device: ALL DEVICES ARE STOCK: Kobo Clara, Tolino Shine 2, Sony PRS-T3, T1	I really like my PRS-T1, but I don't plan to buy another Sony reader unless they start selling new models in the US again. I will probably just wait until something happens to my T1 and see what epub readers are available in the US at that time.

02-09-2014, 05:31 PM	#7
Rizla Member Retired Posts: 3,183 Karma: 11721895 Join Date: Nov 2010 Device: Nook STR (rooted) & Sony T2	I assume those prices for the T3 are sans case. I see the case as essential. re: backups, I move to a rooted Nook STR (I have two) but I have a T1 & T2 and three 650s. Shakes head I'll have to get some 650 replacement batteries. I'd like a front-lit e-reader, but the device I want hasn't been made yet (at least, in N.America, and for a decent price).

02-09-2014, 05:38 PM	#8
goldilocks Addict Posts: 344 Karma: 1222222 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Florida Device: Sony PRS-505	I'm still using my 505 from 2009. The battery is getting pretty bad. But I have bought a few extras off eBay (at least one works perfectly) which I alternate use. I like the buttons and just want to read... I may get a new battery for my original 505. I'll use them until they die or something I really like comes out.

02-10-2014, 12:46 PM	#15
samhy Wizard Posts: 1,824 Karma: 9503859 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: France Device: (Sony (J) PRS 650), Kobo Mini, Kobo Glo HD (broken), Kobo Clara BW	Interesting idea but what those ereaders will become if Sony doesn't update the firmware to render the new DRM scheme?