IQ your opinion on Pocketbook IQ 701

[luv2knit]

yep, i am considering the Pocketbook IQ, the Jetbook, and the BeBook Neo... decisions, decisions. but thanks to y'all i actually know about those devices, since the rest of the planet stops at nooks and kindles. so options are a good thing to have.

i do like the idea of library books never expiring on the jetbook, i like the color and apps options of the Pocketbook IQ, and i generally like the size and screen and everything about the Neo... i think at this point i will pass on the Pocketbook IQ as i think i need an eink or epaper device as i do 99% of my reading around the house (other than bedroom)... but still can't decide amongst the other two...

i can only get one for now, but my hubby is thinking the Pocketbook IQ is cool, and he is a computer guy so we may just have to get that for him and let him explore all the opportunities - and then i can "borrow" it as needed!

thanks for the info!

[luv2knit]

thanks again! i have been exploring all those areas of info, it is extensive and is what made the IQ so appealing in the end.

hubby is thinking he might like this unit...

[Knit n' Read]

Well, as a fellow knitter I understand the conflict with reading and knitting. I ended up with an IQ. I had originally purchased a Jetbook but had to return it because the SD card slot was not working. I really liked it for reading (no blink at page turn). I ended up getting the IQ for one main reason: I could see my knitting patterns in color and download the pdf files from various sites via wifi. My patterns always get destroyed in my knitting bag so having them in the IQ will help keep them nicer.
I am finding the reading experience acceptable. I have not read an entire book on it yet or downloaded any books - I do find the unit a little heavy for long term reading, the jetbook was very light, but only 5" screen and very basic in features.
My ultimate dream reader is the PB603 when they are available in the US. It is a b&w ereader. It is a WACOM screen (I find I click or move a touch screen when I don't want) so I will like that. I am looking forward to being able to make notations on the knitting patters for sizes, keeping row counts etc right on the pattern and save it. The 603 is wifi and 3G (don't really care about 3G). Also plays MP3s. You might be able to download an application to play other audio files. I am going to try to get my local library audio downloads on the IQ - I'm sure if I can get it on the IQ I will be able to get them onto the 603 when I get it. This is the unit I ultimately wanted, but doesn't have definate release date. My hubby got me the Jetbook then IQ as an anniversary gift. I am hoping to be able to get the pb603 for my birthday (july). If you can wait I would check out the pb603. Good luck in your search. I had a tough time deciding myself.

[fjtorres]

Originally Posted by Knit n' Read

I do find the unit a little heavy for long term reading, the jetbook was very light
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I am going to try to get my local library audio downloads on the IQ

I've found that the IQ becomes a lot more manageable for reading with a case attached to it; it adds weight but it feels like requires less effort to hold it firmly than the bare slate. (Before, I practically needed a death grip. )

On the audio downloads; do you mean audio ebooks?
If so, check this:
http://www.overdrive.com/software/omc/

The Overdrive App lets you go straight to the library for ebooks and audio ebooks.