Your thoughts on the best non e-ink device? - Page 2

wallcraft · 09-11-2008, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Alisa

Doesn't the OLPC have two modes for the screen?

Yes. It also runs FBReader, but the Sugar interface gets in the way of using it as a general Linux device (unless you are already familiar with Linux). A version of the device for adults would sell well, but does not seem likely. The screen technology is available commercially though. See Why I favor Mary Lou’s OLPC screen tech over E Ink—at least for MY purposes and What’s Happening at Pixel Qi - Mary Lou Jepsen’s Blog.

bjkel · 09-11-2008, 02:09 PM

I was kind of in the same boat. I really liked my Dell Axim, just wanted a bigger screen. I did search around for months looking at different UMPC, mini pcs....everything. Pocket pcs do not come any bigger than a 4 inch screen. I wish the eee pc had a swivel screen and control pad on the screen. The only one that came close was the model from japan a Kohjinsha but battery life still not great on it.

In the end I got the HTC Advantage (Athena). It runs windows mobile, which my Axim was running too, though the Axim had an earlier version. But it was a familiar platform for me. I use mobipocket, I prefer to use the one program for reading books as it is just easier and I have found it the best for my needs. But I am not locked into it if I need to change in future. I love the 5 inch screen.

It does a lot of other stuff and of cause is more expensive than a dedicated ebook device.

I wish dedicated ebook readers manufacturers would get it in their head that e-ink isn't the be all and end all. They should release some models with lcd backlit especially now there is transflective lcd screens that are supposed to be good in direct sunlight.

amgoforth · 09-11-2008, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mulderfox

On the Jetbook specs page it says
Doesn't LCD means it is backlit?

From Wiki

JetBook eBook Reader from ECTACO, http://www.jetbook.net/, is a lightweight and super-portable. ECTACO jetBook is the ultimate pocket library.
[edit] Specifications

* Size: 153 x 109 x 10mm, 6" x 4.2 x 0.4". Very comfortable true "pocket" design. Fits inside jacket pockets easily
* Weight: 7.5oz, 215gr
* Display: 5" (105mm x 80mm) Reflective LCD 16 level grayscale (no backlight) 640 x 480 VGA, 160 ppi.

MrFinch · 09-12-2008, 08:50 PM

I cant agree more with bjkel, eInk is not the be all and end all of ebook readers. Well, not unless it gets several orders of magnitude better!

DDHarriman thanks for your two cents worth. I started the whole thing at tablet pc's, but the weight/heat/batterylife issues were just a bit too much for me still. But, I'm keeping an open mind. They are v.tasty.

Thanks again to all who've posted their opinions. I think I'll be checking out the eBookwise in the very near future (gotta find a way to buy a new one in Australia...otherwise, ebay here I come). And in the long term, I think I'll go drool some more over at the UMPCportal.....

JSWolf · 09-12-2008, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amgoforth

From Wiki

JetBook eBook Reader from ECTACO, http://www.jetbook.net/, is a lightweight and super-portable. ECTACO jetBook is the ultimate pocket library.
[edit] Specifications

* Size: 153 x 109 x 10mm, 6" x 4.2 x 0.4". Very comfortable true "pocket" design. Fits inside jacket pockets easily
* Weight: 7.5oz, 215gr
* Display: 5" (105mm x 80mm) Reflective LCD 16 level grayscale (no backlight) 640 x 480 VGA, 160 ppi.

Ultimate with just PDF and text as formats?

MrFinch · 09-12-2008, 09:33 PM

Obviously some as-yet-unknown usage of the word 'ultimate'.

amgoforth · 09-12-2008, 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSWolf

Ultimate with just PDF and text as formats?

I would or will order one when they upgrade the firm ware to support more formats.

carld · 09-13-2008, 01:13 AM

This looks interesting, and it's super cheap (depending on what the final retail price is). It's not very high resolution, but the screen flips around to tablet form which would make it nice for reading.

Menq EasyPC

sassanik · 09-13-2008, 04:39 AM

I have to agree with the others that suggested the ebookwise 1150, I have one and I love mine! Its a reasonable price and has worked great for the 6 months or so that I have had it!

Amy

DaleDe · 09-15-2008, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrFinch

I cant agree more with bjkel, eInk is not the be all and end all of ebook readers. Well, not unless it gets several orders of magnitude better!

DDHarriman thanks for your two cents worth. I started the whole thing at tablet pc's, but the weight/heat/batterylife issues were just a bit too much for me still. But, I'm keeping an open mind. They are v.tasty.

Thanks again to all who've posted their opinions. I think I'll be checking out the eBookwise in the very near future (gotta find a way to buy a new one in Australia...otherwise, ebay here I come). And in the long term, I think I'll go drool some more over at the UMPCportal.....

There is an eBay dealer that sells new eBookwise 1150s. She ships worldwide but does not offer warranties worldwide.

Dale

Katelyn · 09-16-2008, 03:37 PM

No one ever mentions the REB1200. It is, in my opinion, far superior to the GEB1150. Yes, it's heavier but it has a MUCH better screen. I own the 1150 and the 1200 (and a Sony 505) and would never go back to the 1150 after using the 1200. The 1150 screen is dingier, greenish and much duller and is much harder to read IMHO. I also enjoyed the larger screen immensely.

I'll be selling the 1200 one of these days on Ebay when I get a chance to list it. I only purchased the Sony when the new light wedge came out for the reader. The light wedge leave a lot to be desired and it's expensive but I use it everyday. Otherwise, I would stick with the 1200 due to its backlighting. Say what you want about e-ink, the ease of reading in the dark without an obtrusive reading light is my first priority.

DaleDe · 09-16-2008, 04:11 PM

The 1200 is a great eBook reader but it has poor battery life and very heavy and bulky. It is best used at home but the 1150 is better when traveling (mobileread). The eBookwise is 1150 still be sold while the 1200 is not. I understand the Cybook gen 1 was a nice device too. Used units are often scarce or hard to get repaired or get parts.

Dale

ashkulz · 09-16-2008, 10:40 PM

The 1100/1150 are the best models from the point of view of price and sturdiness (i.e. ability to carry it around). My 1200 rarely leaves the house as it's way too bulky (plus it has that problem with the page turn button -- which is flimsy by design)

nrapallo · 09-16-2008, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Katelyn

No one ever mentions the REB1200. It is, in my opinion, far superior...

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaleDe

The 1200 is a great eBook reader but ...

Quote:

Originally Posted by ashkulz

The 1100/1150 are the best models ...

(1) I agree, (2) I agree, (3) errr, well, two out of three ain't bad!

Long live the 1200!
(from the REB 1200 Guy)

ashkulz · 09-17-2008, 04:19 AM

Well, I have a 1200 too. I prefer to use it at home for reading PDFs (they look outstanding when in landscape mode) but for rough usage you can't beat the 1100/1150.

09-13-2008, 04:39 AM	#24
sassanik Guru Posts: 774 Karma: 1211741 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Oregon Device: EB1150, iPhone, Cool-er Purple, Pocketbook 360, Kindle Fire	ebookwise 1150 I have to agree with the others that suggested the ebookwise 1150, I have one and I love mine! Its a reasonable price and has worked great for the 6 months or so that I have had it! Amy

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bjkel Connoisseur Posts: 89 Karma: 8826 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia Device: Sony PRS-T1, Nook Color, Kobo, Kindle Voyage, Kobo Forma	I was kind of in the same boat. I really liked my Dell Axim, just wanted a bigger screen. I did search around for months looking at different UMPC, mini pcs....everything. Pocket pcs do not come any bigger than a 4 inch screen. I wish the eee pc had a swivel screen and control pad on the screen. The only one that came close was the model from japan a Kohjinsha but battery life still not great on it. In the end I got the HTC Advantage (Athena). It runs windows mobile, which my Axim was running too, though the Axim had an earlier version. But it was a familiar platform for me. I use mobipocket, I prefer to use the one program for reading books as it is just easier and I have found it the best for my needs. But I am not locked into it if I need to change in future. I love the 5 inch screen. It does a lot of other stuff and of cause is more expensive than a dedicated ebook device. I wish dedicated ebook readers manufacturers would get it in their head that e-ink isn't the be all and end all. They should release some models with lcd backlit especially now there is transflective lcd screens that are supposed to be good in direct sunlight.

09-12-2008, 08:50 PM	#19
MrFinch Collector Posts: 34 Karma: 88 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Melbourne, Australia Device: Nokia 770	I cant agree more with bjkel, eInk is not the be all and end all of ebook readers. Well, not unless it gets several orders of magnitude better! DDHarriman thanks for your two cents worth. I started the whole thing at tablet pc's, but the weight/heat/batterylife issues were just a bit too much for me still. But, I'm keeping an open mind. They are v.tasty. Thanks again to all who've posted their opinions. I think I'll be checking out the eBookwise in the very near future (gotta find a way to buy a new one in Australia...otherwise, ebay here I come). And in the long term, I think I'll go drool some more over at the UMPCportal.....

09-12-2008, 09:33 PM	#21
MrFinch Collector Posts: 34 Karma: 88 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Melbourne, Australia Device: Nokia 770	Obviously some as-yet-unknown usage of the word 'ultimate'.

09-13-2008, 01:13 AM	#23
carld Wizard Posts: 2,698 Karma: 4748723 Join Date: Dec 2007 Device: Kindle Paperwhite	This looks interesting, and it's super cheap (depending on what the final retail price is). It's not very high resolution, but the screen flips around to tablet form which would make it nice for reading. Menq EasyPC

09-16-2008, 03:37 PM	#26
Katelyn Addict Posts: 225 Karma: 342 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Indiana Device: Pocketbook 360, Iphone 3g, Sony 505, REB1200, GEB1150	No one ever mentions the REB1200. It is, in my opinion, far superior to the GEB1150. Yes, it's heavier but it has a MUCH better screen. I own the 1150 and the 1200 (and a Sony 505) and would never go back to the 1150 after using the 1200. The 1150 screen is dingier, greenish and much duller and is much harder to read IMHO. I also enjoyed the larger screen immensely. I'll be selling the 1200 one of these days on Ebay when I get a chance to list it. I only purchased the Sony when the new light wedge came out for the reader. The light wedge leave a lot to be desired and it's expensive but I use it everyday. Otherwise, I would stick with the 1200 due to its backlighting. Say what you want about e-ink, the ease of reading in the dark without an obtrusive reading light is my first priority.

09-16-2008, 04:11 PM	#27
DaleDe Grand Sorcerer Posts: 11,470 Karma: 13095790 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Grass Valley, CA Device: EB 1150, EZ Reader, Literati, iPad 2 & Air 2, iPhone 7	The 1200 is a great eBook reader but it has poor battery life and very heavy and bulky. It is best used at home but the 1150 is better when traveling (mobileread). The eBookwise is 1150 still be sold while the 1200 is not. I understand the Cybook gen 1 was a nice device too. Used units are often scarce or hard to get repaired or get parts. Dale

09-16-2008, 10:40 PM	#28
ashkulz Addict Posts: 350 Karma: 705 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mumbai, India Device: Kindle 1/REB 1200	The 1100/1150 are the best models from the point of view of price and sturdiness (i.e. ability to carry it around). My 1200 rarely leaves the house as it's way too bulky (plus it has that problem with the page turn button -- which is flimsy by design)

09-17-2008, 04:19 AM	#30
ashkulz Addict Posts: 350 Karma: 705 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mumbai, India Device: Kindle 1/REB 1200	Well, I have a 1200 too. I prefer to use it at home for reading PDFs (they look outstanding when in landscape mode) but for rough usage you can't beat the 1100/1150.

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