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[jackm8]

Originally Posted by Paperbackstash

Not for everyone - I prefer buttons with reading quite a bit. I can use touch screen but it causes issues for me and isn't my preference. I like when there are choices for both groups.

I'm a bit indifferent about buttons or touch screen for turning pages, but I do dislike extra thickness that is required for touch screen panel. Along with backlight thickness it amounts for considerable space between e-ink panel and top layer of plastic of the screen. Shame that there's practically no product that would take away both touch panel and backlight. Only exception are old readers and a few modern budget readers.

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by Quoth

We need both. Also the buttons are easily ignored. Choice.

An ereader or tablet with no touch is terrible. I have both. An Android 3 tablet and Kindle K3 ereader that both have function, cursor pad and alpha keys but no touch.

Buttons may not always be easily ignored depending on where they are. if Kobo has moved the buttons on the Libra 2 to the center on the bezel, then ignoring the buttons would not be so easy as they would then be in the way.

The T1 had the best buttons ever. They were under the screen so they were the easiest to ignore.

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by jackm8

I'm a bit indifferent about buttons or touch screen for turning pages, but I do dislike extra thickness that is required for touch screen panel. Along with backlight thickness it amounts for considerable space between e-ink panel and top layer of plastic of the screen. Shame that there's practically no product that would take away both touch panel and backlight. Only exception are old readers and a few modern budget readers.

You should have a look at the Kobo Aura H2O if that is possible. There is no touch layer as it used IR. So the screen is very crisp and clear.

[Quoth]

Originally Posted by JSWolf

You should have a look at the Kobo Aura H2O if that is possible. There is no touch layer as it used IR. So the screen is very crisp and clear.

Sadly it's not made for years. Only second hand and not as common has Kindles.
The first version of it has an SD slot under a door.


But I think the Libra and Libra 2 are better. Sadly also gone.

Individuals may not find this true because the quality of eink screens and the light pipe layer isn't consistent even for the same model, unlike other display technologies.

[rantanplan]

Originally Posted by JSWolf

Because it's true. The touchscreen is so we don't need buttons.

My question is, why do you state something as a matter of fact, when it's merely your opinion?

[shamanNS]

Because he obviously has permission and immunity from moderator actions so he's able to keep posting on MobileRead no matter how much he keeps hijacking and derailing conversations throughout this forum for years and years now.

[issybird]

Originally Posted by shamanNS

Because he obviously has permission and immunity from moderator actions so he's able to keep posting on MobileRead no matter how much he keeps hijacking and derailing conversations throughout this forum for years and years now.

Please don’t comment on moderation; it’s a violation of the guidelines. As is being abusive to other members, so don’t. If a post is in violation, report it and move on.

That said, and I’m not referring specifically to this particular situation, you can have no idea. You only see what you can see. Matters that have been dealt with are gone.

[cgsmom]

Originally Posted by JSWolf

Buttons are obsolete and need to go forever except the power button.

I know you don’t care because you obviously know everything about everything, but some people have problems with touchscreens. My husband has circulation problems in his hands and has a terrible time with them. He reads just fine on my Nooks. Sometimes I have to open the book for him.

[tomsem]

Originally Posted by cgsmom

My husband has circulation problems in his hands and has a terrible time with them. He reads just fine on my Nooks. Sometimes I have to open the book for him.

Given that even with page turn buttons there are issues navigating the rest of the interface, you might consider getting a capacitative stylus (perhaps with an ergonomic holder) so that he can operate it without your help. My wife had severe hand issues due to RA damage and using a stylus really helped her operate her smartphone.

[Ebookus]

Originally Posted by rantanplan

My question is, why do you state something as a matter of fact, when it's merely your opinion?

pugs don't have fingers, so maybe he just can't press them and that is simply the reason why he hates them so much. I have also been told he hates the postman for some unknown reason.