New Sony model to be called PRS-300 and PRS-600 - Page 11

fjtorres · 07-30-2009, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

Here's a link to the two Service Manuals. I suggest you copy them to your hard drive and study them in case these are also taken down. (Click below the two photos.)

http://www.sonyinsider.com/2009/07/3...rvice-manuals/

Don

Clicked on the link.
First thing on the page? A kindle ad.

Are we really sure google isn't evil?

aafuss · 07-30-2009, 07:38 PM

Sony will probably re-enable the "docs.sony.com/release/smd" sometime-as these are used for downloading service manuals in their password protected Reference Library site.

JimReaperx · 07-30-2009, 08:22 PM

I'm thinking buying a 505 this afternoon might have been a bad call, amiright? :/

JSWolf · 07-30-2009, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JimReaperx

I'm thinking buying a 505 this afternoon might have been a bad call, amiright? :/

I don't think a 505 is a bad call at all. I have one and I do like it.

kazbates · 07-30-2009, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by JimReaperx

I'm thinking buying a 505 this afternoon might have been a bad call, amiright? :/

Welcome to MobileRead, JimReaperx!

This is probably a really good time to buy the 505. Sony will still support them and you can even buy an extended warranty if you think you might need it. It's still a really good reader!

MickeyC · 07-30-2009, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by JimReaperx

I'm thinking buying a 505 this afternoon might have been a bad call, amiright? :/

I've had a 505 for over a year and a half and really like it. Were I to be buying an eBook reader right now, I'd still opt for the 505.

CO'Neil · 07-30-2009, 08:35 PM

Well, the original stone-age PRS-500 is still kickin' and still my favorite toy. But, as scheduled, the 2-gig SD card is about full, so it's time for a new one.

You may debate the whys of having 2 gigs worth on one reader, but all the Shadow, all Doc Savage, lots of 19 century stuff, etc., begins to add up. Plus, the trend toward larger file sizes seems to be continuing. Why, I remember back when, when even covers didn't contain illustrations!

I'm reeeally looking forward to faster, better everything, and glad to see Sony staying in the game. It began to look as though they saw the imminent ubiquity of readers (like cell phones in 1990) and decided not to play any more, but hopefully they can continue to innovate in this particular field and make a nice profit.

JimReaperx · 07-30-2009, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by kazbates

Welcome to MobileRead, JimReaperx!

thank you! It seems like you guys have a fantastic community here =)

Thanks guys, maybe I don't need to return it after all... The only thing that would encourage me to return the 505 and wait for these newer models would be the price. I paid £149 which seems very reasonable, but if a significantly cheaper alternative is going to become available it might be worth me getting that...

MerLock · 07-30-2009, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by griffonwing

The problem I see with wi-fi, is if you have a very small memory, wifi would be good to switch back and forth. If you have enough memory or SD options, wifi really isnt needed. Do you plan on moving files over one a day? every week? If not, then wifi is a waste of battery power and price.

I'm not sure how much including wi-fi would increase the cost of the unit but if you are comparing wi-fi to the option of using an SD card you still have to consider the cost of buying something extra, which would be an SD card. And for me, it's not about memory since wi-fi helps facilitate the transfer of books to the device and most wi-fi devices I have makes it a breeze and it brings about the freedom for me to do it anywhere at home without having to be at a computer.

I like keeping my books on my computer and transferring them to my device only when I'm about to read them. And I've heard you can turn wi-fi off if they build in that option so it wouldn't be a drain of batteries unless you constantly have it on. I don't see it using my power if you flip it on for a few seconds to download a book, but I could be wrong.

I know some people don't care much about wi-fi, but I like not always having to have all these cables around to just plug something in to transfer files.

jerryleejr · 07-30-2009, 10:39 PM

Well Christmas is looking better and better!

JJ

olddumbguy · 07-30-2009, 10:44 PM

I just want to point out, Sony's business model has always been to charge a premium to own the Sony brand. I'd be surprised to see this priced below $200. I'm guessing it will be $250.

Kris777 · 07-30-2009, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by igorsk

Indeed. I guess that confirms they were the real deal

They posted it on purpose and after it removed on purpose

Donnageddon · 07-30-2009, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Kris777

They posted it on purpose and after it removed on purpose

I think you might be correct. Given The rabid speculation here, Sony may have felt a "leak" might be in order.

I am actually relieved to see the leak. I adore the Sony readers and would hate to see them leave business. That said these particular devices (not knowing the specifics) don't interest me, other than possible replacements.

I am still waiting for a large screen offering or a truly advanced screen substrate.

Just glad Sony is still in the game.

Alisa · 07-30-2009, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by jswinden

It seems that every Kindle owner jumps on me when I state the slow downloading of my Kindles. Yep, plural. I had the K2 replaced twice because of the slow downloading. All three have been just as slow. I suspect it is the terrible Sprint network in my area, but then again I live in the middle of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. If a metro area with over 6 million people and flat terrain cannot have better Sprint coverage, I can only imagine what rural coverage what be like.

I certainly didn't intend to "jump" on you. I'm sorry if it came off that way. I just remember speaking to someone else who'd had a replacement and it improved. I was trying to be helpful. They probably were, too.

khalleron · 07-30-2009, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by JimReaperx

I'm thinking buying a 505 this afternoon might have been a bad call, amiright? :/

I bought my 505 in March, and looking over the specs on the 300 and the 600, as things stand now, I'd still choose the 505.

It's not perfect, but I don't think any of the ebook readers out there are yet. Maybe the next gen of screens will bring them up to par, but for now, I love my 505 and wouldn't trade it for anything out now or that I've seen coming out in the near future.

07-30-2009, 08:35 PM	#157
CO'Neil Enthusiast Posts: 35 Karma: 154 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: upstate NY Device: PRS500	time to buy already Well, the original stone-age PRS-500 is still kickin' and still my favorite toy. But, as scheduled, the 2-gig SD card is about full, so it's time for a new one. You may debate the whys of having 2 gigs worth on one reader, but all the Shadow, all Doc Savage, lots of 19 century stuff, etc., begins to add up. Plus, the trend toward larger file sizes seems to be continuing. Why, I remember back when, when even covers didn't contain illustrations! I'm reeeally looking forward to faster, better everything, and glad to see Sony staying in the game. It began to look as though they saw the imminent ubiquity of readers (like cell phones in 1990) and decided not to play any more, but hopefully they can continue to innovate in this particular field and make a nice profit.

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aafuss Junior Member Posts: 4 Karma: 84 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: none	Sony will probably re-enable the "docs.sony.com/release/smd" sometime-as these are used for downloading service manuals in their password protected Reference Library site.

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olddumbguy Member Posts: 13 Karma: 272 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SoCal, USA Device: Kindle 3, HTC EVO, iPad, Sony PRS-505, Sony PRS-700, Ipod Touch	I just want to point out, Sony's business model has always been to charge a premium to own the Sony brand. I'd be surprised to see this priced below $200. I'm guessing it will be $250.