BOOX ebook reader by Onyx International - Page 5

daffy4u · 03-02-2009, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Sweetpea

If I manage to speak with them on the CeBIT, I will try to drop this idea too...

That would be great!

soilwork · 03-02-2009, 04:09 AM

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Originally Posted by daffy4u

Someone who has played with more devices than me should be the one doing the testing. I suggest Nate the Great since he made us (well me) aware of the Boox device and had a lot of ebook toys.

Sounds like a great idea. If someone experienced can get his/her hands on the actual device, we will be able to learn more about the device. In addition, the company will be able to get valuable suggestions on features or bug-reports in return.

mobelby · 03-02-2009, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by daffy4u

I did something daffy (you may all laugh now... done... good). I used the contact info (actually it's a little floating email box in the lower right corner of the screen) on the web site to email the company and asking if a unit could be beta tested by MobileRead. I also pointed them to the two threads about the Boox we have here.

I am *very* curious and interested in a hands-on review from a MR member. Who better to review a device for reading ebooks? If anyone else thinks this is a good idea, you may want to drop them a line as well.

I'd second that idea Daffy. It would certainly help our buying decision if there was a review unit at mobileread and we could fire as many questions to our local reviewer as we could think of.

Sweetpea · 03-02-2009, 04:33 AM

poor local reviewer

MsAstoria · 03-02-2009, 05:16 AM

Am definitely looking forward to learning more about this product!

Mr. Goodbar · 03-02-2009, 08:15 AM

It would be great to see them seed MobileRead with a review unit. A great opportunity for them to reach out to the enthusiast community and get real world user feedback.

zelda_pinwheel · 03-02-2009, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by daffy4u

I did something daffy (you may all laugh now... done... good). I used the contact info (actually it's a little floating email box in the lower right corner of the screen) on the web site to email the company and asking if a unit could be beta tested by MobileRead. I also pointed them to the two threads about the Boox we have here.

I am *very* curious and interested in a hands-on review from a MR member. Who better to review a device for reading ebooks? If anyone else thinks this is a good idea, you may want to drop them a line as well.

oh, excellent idea daffy !! i am definitely hoping someone here will get a review unit so we can hear all the details about the BOOX. and it will definitely get them a lot of exposure, so it's a win for everybody.

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Originally Posted by Sweetpea

If I manage to speak with them on the CeBIT, I will try to drop this idea too...

yes please !

zelda_pinwheel · 03-02-2009, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Sweetpea

If I manage to speak with them on the CeBIT, I will try to drop this idea too...

please ask them about price and release date info too, if they can tell you.

ProDigit · 03-02-2009, 08:54 AM

I think it'd be hard to bounce up against the Sony pricewise.
It looks nice sleek, made out of plastic, which is cheepish looking,but that could actually be a good thing (as long as the internal hardware is cooled enough, and it protects the device from say falling from a table on a wooden or laminate floor)...

The plastic casing could actually push the price down a bit, compared to Sony which uses a very durable plastic/metal casing, where the metal casing actually feels cold in the hand; and the device doesn't really get hot enough to need this kind of casing.

It's funny to see how many devices support MP3, but how little devices support .ogg. Anyways, the majority of their sales will depend on it's pricepoint.

Unfortunately I already own a Sony PRS-505,and am not thinking on buying a second reader (unless if it has a larger screen and resolution (in the likes of 1024x720 or 1366x768)), to read my PDF files on.
Perhaps if the Sony ever breaks down I might consider this device as an alternative,due to it's native support of HTML. But generally I'd buy the cheapest device,especially in these economic times.
And it looks like they're not going to change any time soon.

Also, does it appear to some to have a button on the back too?

layel · 03-02-2009, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by ProDigit

I think it'd be hard to bounce up against the Sony pricewise.
It looks nice sleek, made out of plastic, which is cheepish looking,but that could actually be a good thing (as long as the internal hardware is cooled enough, and it protects the device from say falling from a table on a wooden or laminate floor)...

The plastic casing could actually push the price down a bit, compared to Sony which uses a very durable plastic/metal casing, where the metal casing actually feels cold in the hand; and the device doesn't really get hot enough to need this kind of casing.

It's funny to see how many devices support MP3, but how little devices support .ogg. Anyways, the majority of their sales will depend on it's pricepoint.

Unfortunately I already own a Sony PRS-505,and am not thinking on buying a second reader (unless if it has a larger screen and resolution (in the likes of 1024x720 or 1366x768)), to read my PDF files on.
Perhaps if the Sony ever breaks down I might consider this device as an alternative,due to it's native support of HTML. But generally I'd buy the cheapest device,especially in these economic times.
And it looks like they're not going to change any time soon.

Also, does it appear to some to have a button on the back too?

ProDigit, in contrast to your requirement, I am waiting for a high cost performance small size E-book reader to instead of my heavy and few functionality iLiad. Boox is our target if the price is lower than PRS700.

I do not like metal cover because its cold, especial in winter.

daffy4u · 03-02-2009, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ProDigit

Unfortunately I already own a Sony PRS-505,and am not thinking on buying a second reader (unless if it has a larger screen and resolution (in the likes of 1024x720 or 1366x768)), to read my PDF files on.

Did you notice in the images in the first post that there will be an 8 inch and 9.7 inch version along with the standard 6 inch? You could be in PDF heaven!

There is a big market for the 505 and you could sell it and use the money for the Boox if it met your needs software wise.

layel · 03-02-2009, 10:14 AM

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There is a big market for the 505 and you could sell it and use the money for the Boox if it met your needs software wise.

I am waiting for the BOOX price and more features.

Hope BOOX will be open as the video said in software applications.

xarly9922 · 03-03-2009, 02:00 PM

Hi!

Here there are the first impressions of this ereader from CeBIT...

http://www.engadget.com/2009/03/03/v...boox-e-reader/

mazzeltjes · 03-03-2009, 02:29 PM

I want one

In PRS blue

Spartacus2112 · 03-03-2009, 07:13 PM

I cannot wait to see more about this device. I think I will finally purchase this when it is available!

03-02-2009, 08:15 AM	#66
Mr. Goodbar Wizard Posts: 1,005 Karma: 98078 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Device: iPad Mini 4	It would be great to see them seed MobileRead with a review unit. A great opportunity for them to reach out to the enthusiast community and get real world user feedback. Last edited by Mr. Goodbar; 03-02-2009 at 08:21 AM.

03-02-2009, 08:54 AM	#69
ProDigit Karmaniac Posts: 2,553 Karma: 11499146 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Miami FL Device: PRS-505, Jetbook, + Mini, +Color, Astak Ez Reader Pro, PPW1, Aura H2O	I think it'd be hard to bounce up against the Sony pricewise. It looks nice sleek, made out of plastic, which is cheepish looking,but that could actually be a good thing (as long as the internal hardware is cooled enough, and it protects the device from say falling from a table on a wooden or laminate floor)... The plastic casing could actually push the price down a bit, compared to Sony which uses a very durable plastic/metal casing, where the metal casing actually feels cold in the hand; and the device doesn't really get hot enough to need this kind of casing. It's funny to see how many devices support MP3, but how little devices support .ogg. Anyways, the majority of their sales will depend on it's pricepoint. Unfortunately I already own a Sony PRS-505,and am not thinking on buying a second reader (unless if it has a larger screen and resolution (in the likes of 1024x720 or 1366x768)), to read my PDF files on. Perhaps if the Sony ever breaks down I might consider this device as an alternative,due to it's native support of HTML. But generally I'd buy the cheapest device,especially in these economic times. And it looks like they're not going to change any time soon. Also, does it appear to some to have a button on the back too? Last edited by ProDigit; 03-02-2009 at 08:56 AM.

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03-02-2009, 04:33 AM	#64
Sweetpea Grand Sorcerer Posts: 9,707 Karma: 32763414 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Krewerd Device: Pocketbook Inkpad 4 Color; Samsung Galaxy Tab S6	poor local reviewer

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03-03-2009, 02:00 PM	#73
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03-03-2009, 02:29 PM	#74
mazzeltjes Addict Posts: 242 Karma: 177 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Amsterdam Device: sony 505	I want one In PRS blue

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