How many of us upgrade our readers because of new technology - Page 3

ccowie · 03-21-2014, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by SleepyBob

What advantages does LRF have?

I like the way it utilizes the screen better and repaginates when I change the font size. I got used to it on the old Sonys and just never liked epub when it came along. It'll be a sad day when all my LRF capable machines die.

booklover6 · 03-21-2014, 08:31 AM

I upgraded from ebookwise 1150 to Jetbook Lite for better formats. I upgraded to Kindle Keyboard because I'd always wanted a Kindle, and it was finally in my price range. I upgraded from that to the Paperwhite 1, which I wished I'd kept instead of trading in for the PW2. But now I've switched to Kobo. Whether or not I will buy a newer Kobo model remains to be seen. I like the ones I have. I may get the Aura later this year, just to try it out.

Katsunami · 03-21-2014, 09:05 AM

I upgrade devices based on new technology or functionally, IF that new tech or function is actually a noticeable improvement, taking into account how I use the device.

Touch to KPW: yes (frontlight)
KPW 1 to 2: no.

DrNefario · 03-21-2014, 09:19 AM

I still use my first Kindle, and don't yet see a good reason to replace it.

I have bought a couple of other readers as backups, but not because of their technology. I bought the Kobo to have an epub reader, and the Nook because it was cheap.

soulfuldog · 03-21-2014, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by joehunt

I've upgraded my Kindle every year since its inception, but my Paperwhite 2 is so perfect, for the first time I'm considering not upgrading to the new model when it's released later this year.

I think I'll bookmark your post for future reference once a new Paperwhite model is released.... its easy to say right now you won't upgrade, but once a shiny, new & improved Kindle is available, will you still be able to resist?

frahse · 03-21-2014, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by crich70

When my present ereader wears out or when they bring out an eink screen with color I'll upgrade. Otherwise it's a big expense for little return from my point of view.

OMG!

A color Kindle 3G! Be still my heart!

frahse · 03-21-2014, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by QuantumIguana

I only upgrade when my stuff breaks.

There's an app for that: Throw down hard!

Jessica Lares · 03-21-2014, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by frahse

OMG!

A color Kindle 3G! Be still my heart!

I would jump at that instantly.

elemenoP · 03-21-2014, 11:40 AM

I had a Sony Reader for about three years, then I upgraded to a Kindle Paperwhite while the Sony was still fully functional. It was an excellent upgrade for me, I'm much happier with the Paperwhite for a number of reasons.

I typically upgrade my phone every three years (although if a bigger iphone comes out this fall, it will be challenging to wait that long...) and my computer every five years. I have never upgraded our TV since buying a flat-screen about eight years ago. I guess that's why the TV business is tough!

eP

ottdmk · 03-21-2014, 12:15 PM

I updated to my Kobo Aura HD due to the features (larger screen, insane resolution, awesome light) from my Kobo Touch (which was still pretty good, mind you.)

It was just a coincidence that I lost the Touch the same day I ordered the Aura...

benham · 03-21-2014, 01:21 PM

This is an interesting topic as most people (me included) might say that they need to justify upgrading. When Palms were big, I got a cheap one mostly to hold contacts. Then they upgraded to a device with an SD card, which I had to get for ebooks. They still had the best ereader software I have ever seen. Then, of course, they improved to include a camera and finally the TX with wi-fi. All good devices. Than along came HP to buy them out and I haven't been able to use it since. Fortunately, Sony came along with the PRS-505 and it needed no improvements. Well they did anyway and now Kobo has them. I prefer reading ebooks on the Tablet anyway and I have upgraded that 3 times. All justifiable, of course!

U2Bono269 · 03-21-2014, 01:54 PM

I upgraded from an N1E to a Simple Touch due to battery issues. Unless it dies my next upgrade will be on the fall to capitalize on new technology. So I guess I fall into both categories.

JoHunt · 03-21-2014, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by soulfuldog

I think I'll bookmark your post for future reference once a new Paperwhite model is released.... its easy to say right now you won't upgrade, but once a shiny, new & improved Kindle is available, will you still be able to resist?

Busted

speakingtohe · 03-21-2014, 11:52 PM

I bought a Kobo mini to replace a PRS350 which I had sold to a friend who desperately wanted one thinking I could just buy another. Not that easy and I saw the mini so I got it. Not an upgrade but good enough to use on the bus.

Bought an Aura HD because I thought I would try a frontlight. Rarely use the HD, don't hate it but certainly not an upgrade.

Then the Sony T3 went on sale pretty cheap and I had Future Shop gift cards left over from Christmas so I bought it. I am as pleased with it as I could be. Not saying it is perfect but pretty darn close IMO.

Doubt I will buy another for a while, but if I do, well there are far less effective ways to spend money.

Helen

voracious71 · 03-22-2014, 12:43 AM

I'm trying to get off the upgrade merry-go-round. I haven't upgraded my iPad Mini to the Retina Mini yet, and this is unusual for me. When the PW3 comes out, I will upgrade to that. As far as my other ereaders, I'm trying not to upgrade until the old one dies.

03-21-2014, 09:05 AM	#33
Katsunami Grand Sorcerer Posts: 6,111 Karma: 34000001 Join Date: Mar 2008 Device: KPW1, KA1	I upgrade devices based on new technology or functionally, IF that new tech or function is actually a noticeable improvement, taking into account how I use the device. Touch to KPW: yes (frontlight) KPW 1 to 2: no. Last edited by Katsunami; 03-21-2014 at 09:08 AM.

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03-21-2014, 08:31 AM	#32
booklover6 Grand Sorcerer Posts: 6,545 Karma: 14008730 Join Date: May 2008 Location: PA (USA) Device: Kobo Clara, 2E, Libre 1, PW4, PW5, 2022 Kindle, Kobo Libre Colour	I upgraded from ebookwise 1150 to Jetbook Lite for better formats. I upgraded to Kindle Keyboard because I'd always wanted a Kindle, and it was finally in my price range. I upgraded from that to the Paperwhite 1, which I wished I'd kept instead of trading in for the PW2. But now I've switched to Kobo. Whether or not I will buy a newer Kobo model remains to be seen. I like the ones I have. I may get the Aura later this year, just to try it out.

03-21-2014, 09:19 AM	#34
DrNefario Wizard Posts: 2,203 Karma: 12029046 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: UK Device: Kindle, Kobo Touch, Nook SimpleTouch	I still use my first Kindle, and don't yet see a good reason to replace it. I have bought a couple of other readers as backups, but not because of their technology. I bought the Kobo to have an epub reader, and the Nook because it was cheap.

03-21-2014, 11:40 AM	#39
elemenoP Wizard Posts: 1,717 Karma: 3790058 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: NYC Device: Kindle Paperwhite, Sony 650	I had a Sony Reader for about three years, then I upgraded to a Kindle Paperwhite while the Sony was still fully functional. It was an excellent upgrade for me, I'm much happier with the Paperwhite for a number of reasons. I typically upgrade my phone every three years (although if a bigger iphone comes out this fall, it will be challenging to wait that long...) and my computer every five years. I have never upgraded our TV since buying a flat-screen about eight years ago. I guess that's why the TV business is tough! eP

03-21-2014, 12:15 PM	#40
ottdmk Wizard Posts: 1,220 Karma: 3804496 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Device: Kobo Libra 2, Lenovo Tab M10 FHD Plus, Lenovo Tab M9	I updated to my Kobo Aura HD due to the features (larger screen, insane resolution, awesome light) from my Kobo Touch (which was still pretty good, mind you.) It was just a coincidence that I lost the Touch the same day I ordered the Aura...

03-21-2014, 01:21 PM	#41
benham Guru Posts: 882 Karma: 5565888 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Townsend, WI Device: Palm TX, PRS-505 (BLUE)	This is an interesting topic as most people (me included) might say that they need to justify upgrading. When Palms were big, I got a cheap one mostly to hold contacts. Then they upgraded to a device with an SD card, which I had to get for ebooks. They still had the best ereader software I have ever seen. Then, of course, they improved to include a camera and finally the TX with wi-fi. All good devices. Than along came HP to buy them out and I haven't been able to use it since. Fortunately, Sony came along with the PRS-505 and it needed no improvements. Well they did anyway and now Kobo has them. I prefer reading ebooks on the Tablet anyway and I have upgraded that 3 times. All justifiable, of course!

03-21-2014, 01:54 PM	#42
U2Bono269 Connoisseur Posts: 65 Karma: 13110 Join Date: Nov 2011 Device: Kindle Paperwhite 2, iPad Air 2	I upgraded from an N1E to a Simple Touch due to battery issues. Unless it dies my next upgrade will be on the fall to capitalize on new technology. So I guess I fall into both categories.

03-21-2014, 11:52 PM	#44
speakingtohe Wizard Posts: 4,812 Karma: 26912940 Join Date: Apr 2010 Device: sony PRS-T1 and T3, Kobo Mini and Aura HD, Tablet	I bought a Kobo mini to replace a PRS350 which I had sold to a friend who desperately wanted one thinking I could just buy another. Not that easy and I saw the mini so I got it. Not an upgrade but good enough to use on the bus. Bought an Aura HD because I thought I would try a frontlight. Rarely use the HD, don't hate it but certainly not an upgrade. Then the Sony T3 went on sale pretty cheap and I had Future Shop gift cards left over from Christmas so I bought it. I am as pleased with it as I could be. Not saying it is perfect but pretty darn close IMO. Doubt I will buy another for a while, but if I do, well there are far less effective ways to spend money. Helen

03-22-2014, 12:43 AM	#45
voracious71 Addict Posts: 384 Karma: 1360936 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Quahog, RI Device: Nook, Kindle PW4, Kobo Clara	I'm trying to get off the upgrade merry-go-round. I haven't upgraded my iPad Mini to the Retina Mini yet, and this is unusual for me. When the PW3 comes out, I will upgrade to that. As far as my other ereaders, I'm trying not to upgrade until the old one dies.

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