700 or Kindle 2

persiphone · 02-13-2009, 03:59 PM

I am the proud owner of a prs-505 and extremely excited about the new releases. I am wanting one or the other, but unsure of which one I would like the most. First off, huge fan of calibre and I use it to convert all my files so I can read them on my 505, so I know that I will need that program still if it will work with the Kindle 2 and 700...so that's first. I have a ton of books that I read but mainly romance novels (dirty grin), I would love to have a clock somewhere on the main screen so that I know how many hours have passed, I would also love like a calendar feature or something like that if it's possible with either one of these products, does anyone know if its possible to put like a calendar on either one of these or if it might have that feature? That would definitely make it a selling point for me, because then I wouldn't have to carry a PDA and my ebook reader. And also, about the read back feature on the K2 will it work for other formats of books aside from the books from amazon? Anyway, I would greatly appreciate all advice thank you....oh and maker of calibre....YOU ROCK

lilac_jive · 02-13-2009, 04:07 PM

Why do you want to upgrade? Any particular reason? I believe there are downloadable calendars here on MR (just not sure what devices it is for). Also, you should check out the Romance group:
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/group.php?groupid=10

persiphone · 02-13-2009, 04:24 PM

I love my 505, but I would love to have new capabilities, like the k2 read to you feature, or the touch screen, I am leaning more in the direction of the K2 seeing as how it has the wifi (free) and the read to you feature, along with a couple of other reasons, but with the new sony I was looking at some pictures on here and I do see the difference in it's readability with the the new one compared to the 505, granted it's not a major difference, but more so than I thought and definitely noticeable. I just love to read and all the new features sound so very interesting just to give it a shot and try out, the read to you feature would be great for when I am driving, since it never works out with me trying to read and drive lol...j/k, only do that at stoplights

daffy4u · 02-13-2009, 04:57 PM

It will actually be a positive for you to have a Sony and a Kindle. A lot more options will be open to you.

pilotbob · 02-13-2009, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by persiphone

I love my 505, but I would love to have new capabilities, like the k2 read to you feature, or the touch screen, I am leaning more in the direction of the K2 seeing as how it has the wifi (free) and the read to you feature, along with a couple of other reasons

You really aren't going to gain much. The core features of the 505 work very well.

Also, K2 doesn't have WiFi... it has a cell phone... I know small difference but it is important to understand. If you are outside of the Sprint network it won't work.

I think you are better off spending money on books for your current reader. The only reason I got my Kindle when I already had the PRS500 is that I bought it with some lottery poll winnings.

Now, if you just want a new gadget, go for it.

BOb

Lilly · 02-13-2009, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daffy4u

It will actually be a positive for you to have a Sony and a Kindle. A lot more options will be open to you.

the Duck is right, I have both and it's been great. I no longer have the Kindle 1 because I sold it in order to afford the Kindle 2. I really miss my kindle and can't wait for the kindle 2 (mine is shipping on March 2nd). I would go with the Kindle since you already have the PRS-505. I read primarily on the PRS-505, even when I had the Kindle, but I bought most of my books from Amazon. It's the best situation if you can afford both!

Rigby · 02-21-2009, 09:39 AM

Hi, I'm new to this forum but not to using e-books.
I have an OLD HP iPAQ which works very well but apparently is never going to wear out.
I borrow most of my books by downloading them from the public (free) libary. I'd like to get a Kindle 2 but only if I can continue to take advantage of the library's electronic lending. Do you know if I can do this on the Kindle 2? The information says it supports several formats but I want to be sure before I buy one. Thank you for your input. Sandy

pilotbob · 02-21-2009, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rigby

Hi, I'm new to this forum but not to using e-books.
I have an OLD HP iPAQ which works very well but apparently is never going to wear out.
I borrow most of my books by downloading them from the public (free) libary. I'd like to get a Kindle 2 but only if I can continue to take advantage of the library's electronic lending. Do you know if I can do this on the Kindle 2? The information says it supports several formats but I want to be sure before I buy one. Thank you for your input. Sandy

You can use Mobipocket DRMed eBooks on your kindle from the library. It is not a documented thing... but the community has created a utility to extract your Kindles "PID" that you can supply to the library. Then a script that you have to run which slightly adusts the file so it will run on the Kindle. These tools have been used with Kindle1 so the jury is out as to if they will work on Kindle2. Up to you if you want to wait. I am sure once some members here get their K2 they will be reporting on this.

For more info on this see the Visual Kindle Guide in our Wiki.

https://wiki.mobileread.com/wiki/Visual_Kindle_Guide

BOb

detacht69 · 02-22-2009, 12:39 AM

OP: If you want to spend money, steer clear of the 700... it looks like utter crap. Go to Borders they have it on display. The screen is blurry, will get scratched from using the touchscreen, and the "back light" makes it look cheap... Which it's NOT...

Also, has anybody heard about this new little device? It looks really hi tech

It's called a Newton =D

Elsi · 02-22-2009, 03:21 AM

> 700 or Kindle 2 ?

Yes.

Actually, I'm sticking with my Kindle (1) and PRS-505 for now. Neither of the follow-on devices offer enough to entice me to upgrade. But, I'm *really* glad I have one of each brand. The Kindle is my favorite -- it feels better in my hands when I'm reading. And, having the Amazon store is one of the best things about the Kindle. Would that Amazon could sell to everyone or that the other stores offered the variety (and prices) that Amazon does.

HarryT · 02-22-2009, 03:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by detacht69

OP: If you want to spend money, steer clear of the 700... it looks like utter crap. Go to Borders they have it on display. The screen is blurry, will get scratched from using the touchscreen, and the "back light" makes it look cheap... Which it's NOT...

It doesn't have a "back light". eInk screens are opaque, and hence cannot be backlit.

The PRS-700 has side-LEDs, and a light-diffusing layer over the screen to "spread" the light.

detacht69 · 02-22-2009, 04:57 PM

Yes HarryT quite right...

dordale · 02-23-2009, 02:08 AM

As I've posted in other threads, my husband has a 700 and I have a 505. The screen on the 700 isn't as good as the 505, but I don't think it is "utter crap". It is very readable. I'm happy with my 505, but an definitely comfortable reading on my husband's 700.

To the original poster--I agree with the others...if you're going to buy another, I'd go for the Kindle--that way you'd have the best of both worlds. And once you get the hang of it, it's pretty easy to format shift so that you can have your content on either device.

dordale

Lemurion · 02-23-2009, 04:32 PM

There's nothing wrong with the 505 - but if you must 'upgrade' go Kindle 2 rather than 700.

There is no point buying a more expensive device with an inferior screen.

The primary function of the device is reading, so all the other functionality should (in my opinion) be judged on how much it improves the reading experience. Some of the 700's features really do work well - but I think the screen quality outweighs it.

If I had not seen a 505, I wouldn't have been as concerned about the 700 as the screen is better than an LCD. But having seen the 505 I've got a minimum benchmark for screen quality, and while the Kindle 2 looks to exceed it neither the Kindle 1 nor the 700 do.

shighfield · 02-23-2009, 04:54 PM

Totally go with the Kindle 2. The PRS 700 is not at all a product that should be sold.

I'm bitter though as mine has been at the Sony depot almost as long as I've owned it.

02-13-2009, 03:59 PM	#1
persiphone Enthusiast Posts: 28 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: KY Device: Sony PRS-505	700 or Kindle 2 I am the proud owner of a prs-505 and extremely excited about the new releases. I am wanting one or the other, but unsure of which one I would like the most. First off, huge fan of calibre and I use it to convert all my files so I can read them on my 505, so I know that I will need that program still if it will work with the Kindle 2 and 700...so that's first. I have a ton of books that I read but mainly romance novels (dirty grin), I would love to have a clock somewhere on the main screen so that I know how many hours have passed, I would also love like a calendar feature or something like that if it's possible with either one of these products, does anyone know if its possible to put like a calendar on either one of these or if it might have that feature? That would definitely make it a selling point for me, because then I wouldn't have to carry a PDA and my ebook reader. And also, about the read back feature on the K2 will it work for other formats of books aside from the books from amazon? Anyway, I would greatly appreciate all advice thank you....oh and maker of calibre....YOU ROCK

02-21-2009, 09:39 AM	#7
Rigby Junior Member Posts: 2 Karma: 10 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ohio Device: HP iPAQ	Will the Kindle support any format? Hi, I'm new to this forum but not to using e-books. I have an OLD HP iPAQ which works very well but apparently is never going to wear out. I borrow most of my books by downloading them from the public (free) libary. I'd like to get a Kindle 2 but only if I can continue to take advantage of the library's electronic lending. Do you know if I can do this on the Kindle 2? The information says it supports several formats but I want to be sure before I buy one. Thank you for your input. Sandy

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02-13-2009, 04:07 PM	#2
lilac_jive Grand Sorcerer Posts: 5,870 Karma: 27376 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Pennsylvania Device: PRS-505	Why do you want to upgrade? Any particular reason? I believe there are downloadable calendars here on MR (just not sure what devices it is for). Also, you should check out the Romance group: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/group.php?groupid=10

02-13-2009, 04:24 PM	#3
persiphone Enthusiast Posts: 28 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: KY Device: Sony PRS-505	I love my 505, but I would love to have new capabilities, like the k2 read to you feature, or the touch screen, I am leaning more in the direction of the K2 seeing as how it has the wifi (free) and the read to you feature, along with a couple of other reasons, but with the new sony I was looking at some pictures on here and I do see the difference in it's readability with the the new one compared to the 505, granted it's not a major difference, but more so than I thought and definitely noticeable. I just love to read and all the new features sound so very interesting just to give it a shot and try out, the read to you feature would be great for when I am driving, since it never works out with me trying to read and drive lol...j/k, only do that at stoplights

02-13-2009, 04:57 PM	#4
daffy4u I'm Super Kindle-icious Posts: 6,734 Karma: 2434103 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Long Drive, Calinadia Candafornia Device: KDXG, KT, Oasis	It will actually be a positive for you to have a Sony and a Kindle. A lot more options will be open to you.

02-22-2009, 12:39 AM	#9
detacht69 Still Amazing-Only Better Posts: 45 Karma: 10 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Howston, TX Device: New K3 Owner	OP: If you want to spend money, steer clear of the 700... it looks like utter crap. Go to Borders they have it on display. The screen is blurry, will get scratched from using the touchscreen, and the "back light" makes it look cheap... Which it's NOT... Also, has anybody heard about this new little device? It looks really hi tech It's called a Newton =D

02-22-2009, 03:21 AM	#10
Elsi Wizard Posts: 2,366 Karma: 12000 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Texas, USA Device: Kindle; Sony PRS 505; Blackberry 8700C	> 700 or Kindle 2 ? Yes. Actually, I'm sticking with my Kindle (1) and PRS-505 for now. Neither of the follow-on devices offer enough to entice me to upgrade. But, I'm really glad I have one of each brand. The Kindle is my favorite -- it feels better in my hands when I'm reading. And, having the Amazon store is one of the best things about the Kindle. Would that Amazon could sell to everyone or that the other stores offered the variety (and prices) that Amazon does.

02-22-2009, 04:57 PM	#12
detacht69 Still Amazing-Only Better Posts: 45 Karma: 10 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Howston, TX Device: New K3 Owner	Yes HarryT quite right...

02-23-2009, 02:08 AM	#13
dordale Wizard Posts: 1,731 Karma: 3472866 Join Date: Apr 2008 Device: Sony PRS-650 & 350; Kindle Voyage; Kobo Aura HD, Aura One, and Forma	As I've posted in other threads, my husband has a 700 and I have a 505. The screen on the 700 isn't as good as the 505, but I don't think it is "utter crap". It is very readable. I'm happy with my 505, but an definitely comfortable reading on my husband's 700. To the original poster--I agree with the others...if you're going to buy another, I'd go for the Kindle--that way you'd have the best of both worlds. And once you get the hang of it, it's pretty easy to format shift so that you can have your content on either device. dordale

02-23-2009, 04:32 PM	#14
Lemurion eReader Posts: 2,750 Karma: 4968470 Join Date: Aug 2007 Device: Note 5; PW3; Nook HD+; ChuWi Hi12; iPad	There's nothing wrong with the 505 - but if you must 'upgrade' go Kindle 2 rather than 700. There is no point buying a more expensive device with an inferior screen. The primary function of the device is reading, so all the other functionality should (in my opinion) be judged on how much it improves the reading experience. Some of the 700's features really do work well - but I think the screen quality outweighs it. If I had not seen a 505, I wouldn't have been as concerned about the 700 as the screen is better than an LCD. But having seen the 505 I've got a minimum benchmark for screen quality, and while the Kindle 2 looks to exceed it neither the Kindle 1 nor the 700 do.

02-23-2009, 04:54 PM	#15
shighfield Groupie!? GROUPIE!?!? Posts: 319 Karma: 649 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: The Dirty Shwa Device: EBW 1150, Libra Color	Totally go with the Kindle 2. The PRS 700 is not at all a product that should be sold. I'm bitter though as mine has been at the Sony depot almost as long as I've owned it.