Advice before I take the plunge - Page 3

Leaping Gnome · 03-14-2007, 02:02 PM

I've heard nothing but good things about Sumo beanbags, missing revenue not withstanding.

NatCh · 03-14-2007, 02:10 PM

Two problems from my perspective:

1) "little foam beads"
2) not nearly big enough to suit my seventy-three inches of height.

The revenue stream lack is a wash for me, since I jug my change in the first place.

bingle · 03-14-2007, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NatCh

It's extremely comfy -- I'm gettin' one as soon as we have enough space to keep it in (I've already got enough nickels and dimes saved up

)

Excellent! I have a Love Sac (the big one) and it's great. Just make sure you get a cover that doesn't require drycleaning...

NatCh · 03-14-2007, 05:49 PM

Dry cleaning?!? Which cover did you get?

I'm thinking about the microsuede or the twill (I think they both say they're machine-washable). I think the microsuede will pick up less dog hair, and with 2 papillons in the apartment, that's a big consideration.

I thought about the 8' one, but decided that the 6' is sufficient for me.

Leaping Gnome · 03-14-2007, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NatCh

The revenue stream lack is a wash for me, since I jug my change in the first place.

A jug? Get with the times man! I use this one, I'm currently at the poor stage:

NatCh · 03-14-2007, 06:53 PM

'Jug' is a euphemism, I use a 20" high, plastic Coca~Cola bottle. I currently have $404.39 in it, so I'm getting close to the 6 footer with the microsuede cover.

LaughingVulcan · 03-14-2007, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by mlkmnz

Cool thanks for all your feedback guys. What the hell, I'm going to go all in :P

I just did, in part due to the great discussion on this forum. My Reader just arrived this afternoon, and I've already got some of my Baen favorites loaded on. It's already more than I expected.

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yvanleterrible · 03-15-2007, 08:48 AM

Live long and prosper!

Dave Berk · 03-15-2007, 09:06 AM

Quote:

just did, in part due to the great discussion on this forum. My Reader just arrived this afternoon, and I've already got some of my Baen favorites loaded on. It's already more than I expected.

I think that's the ticket. Those who buy the reader expecting a full pledge book replacement\ebook reader\small laptop\light bulb\ end up disappointed. While you, like me

expect nothing and get a workable pioneering ebook reader. I still haven't got the reader (delays by the customs), and right now if I get a working device without any of the horror stories I read about here - it will be quite enough for me.

NatCh · 03-15-2007, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by simple dave

I think that's the ticket. Those who buy the reader expecting a full pledge book replacement\ebook reader\small laptop\light bulb\ end up disappointed. While you, like me

expect nothing and get a workable pioneering ebook reader.

Well said, simple dave.

I've also found that the folks most disappointed with purchases, are usually the ones who took the least time researching them before buying.

That said, it's nice when the research is easy to do, so that you don't have to commit your life to it for months before making a decision.

HarryT · 03-15-2007, 09:31 AM

... and if you wait for the "perfect" device, you'll be waiting for a long time. Far better, IMHO, to enjoy a great device now rather than waiting for that elusive perfection which is always promised for 6 months time, but which never quite seems to materialise.

yvanleterrible · 03-15-2007, 11:40 AM

When you can get lost in a story, without having to think about the physical book itself, without having to think about the way you change the next page, it is a great joy. The Sony reader, during my first book reading with it gave me that feeling. I'm still amazed and I'm looking forward to a longstanding relationship with it.

bingle · 03-15-2007, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NatCh

Dry cleaning?!? Which cover did you get?

I think it's denim? It doesn't look like they still carry it (I bought mine 3 or 4 years ago).

At the time, it was meant to serve as our bed, but it turns out they're not ideal for sleeping in... Especially for two people.

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03-14-2007, 02:02 PM	#31
Leaping Gnome Evangelist Posts: 490 Karma: 1641 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Louisville Device: Sony Reader PRS-500	I've heard nothing but good things about Sumo beanbags, missing revenue not withstanding.

03-14-2007, 02:10 PM	#32
NatCh Gizmologist Posts: 11,615 Karma: 929550 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Republic of Texas Embassy at Jackson, TN Device: Pocketbook Touch HD3	Two problems from my perspective: 1) "little foam beads" 2) not nearly big enough to suit my seventy-three inches of height. The revenue stream lack is a wash for me, since I jug my change in the first place.

03-14-2007, 05:49 PM	#34
NatCh Gizmologist Posts: 11,615 Karma: 929550 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Republic of Texas Embassy at Jackson, TN Device: Pocketbook Touch HD3	Dry cleaning?!? Which cover did you get? I'm thinking about the microsuede or the twill (I think they both say they're machine-washable). I think the microsuede will pick up less dog hair, and with 2 papillons in the apartment, that's a big consideration. I thought about the 8' one, but decided that the 6' is sufficient for me.

03-14-2007, 06:53 PM	#36
NatCh Gizmologist Posts: 11,615 Karma: 929550 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Republic of Texas Embassy at Jackson, TN Device: Pocketbook Touch HD3	'Jug' is a euphemism, I use a 20" high, plastic Coca~Cola bottle. I currently have $404.39 in it, so I'm getting close to the 6 footer with the microsuede cover.

03-15-2007, 08:48 AM	#38
yvanleterrible Reborn Paper User Posts: 8,616 Karma: 15446734 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Que Nada Device: iPhone8, iPad Air	Live long and prosper!

03-15-2007, 09:31 AM	#41
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,544 Karma: 93383099 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	... and if you wait for the "perfect" device, you'll be waiting for a long time. Far better, IMHO, to enjoy a great device now rather than waiting for that elusive perfection which is always promised for 6 months time, but which never quite seems to materialise.

03-15-2007, 11:40 AM	#42
yvanleterrible Reborn Paper User Posts: 8,616 Karma: 15446734 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Que Nada Device: iPhone8, iPad Air	When you can get lost in a story, without having to think about the physical book itself, without having to think about the way you change the next page, it is a great joy. The Sony reader, during my first book reading with it gave me that feeling. I'm still amazed and I'm looking forward to a longstanding relationship with it.

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