iRex 800 ready for dispatch - Page 2

DeReader · 01-15-2010, 02:32 PM

I also ordered the DR800S today. I'm a long time user (nearly 1,5 years) of the Iliad and like the display size and resolution.

Primarily I read technical books in PDF format on the Iliad, but it is sometimes very slow, especially if there are graphics on the page, so I hope there will be a speed improvement with the DR800S. The native support of ePub is also a plus for me.

Sure, the price point is high and not what I expected after the first announcements of $399, but I wanted a device with a resolution higher than the "standard" of 600x800, but not as big physically as the Irex Digital Reader. And the only available device at the moment, which fits that requirement, is to my knowledge the DR800S.

I'll post a little comparison between the Iliad and the DR800S after I get the unit.

What pisses me off a bit is that, despite the expensiveness, there's no leather cover included. They want further 42,- EUR for that

mgmueller · 01-15-2010, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeReader

I also ordered the DR800S today. I'm a long time user (nearly 1,5 years) of the Iliad and like the display size and resolution.

Primarily I read technical books in PDF format on the Iliad, but it is sometimes very slow, especially if there are graphics on the page, so I hope there will be a speed improvement with the DR800S. The native support of ePub is also a plus for me.

Sure, the price point is high and not what I expected after the first announcements of $399, but I wanted a device with a resolution higher than the "standard" of 600x800, but not as big physically as the Irex Digital Reader. And the only available device at the moment, which fits that requirement, is to my knowledge the DR800S.

I'll post a little comparison between the Iliad and the DR800S after I get the unit.

What pisses me off a bit is that, despite the expensiveness, there's no leather cover included. They want further 42,- EUR for that

Seems to be the actual trend, not including covers anymore.
Kindles don't have them. Sony 300 and 600 didn't either.
Very positive surprise and exception: Sony 900 came with a leather cover and an additional protection cover.
At least, iRex 800 comes with a sleeve.

Sweetpea · 01-15-2010, 03:20 PM

Hmm, the press release did mention it would be delivered with a cover.

https://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=69864

Quote:

Price and Availability
The device will sell for Euro 499/GBP 449, including VAT, and comes with a custom cover and stylus.

mgmueller · 01-15-2010, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Sweetpea

Hmm, the press release did mention it would be delivered with a cover.

https://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=69864

Let's see what I'll get.
Their webshop states:

In the box:

IREX Digital Reader 800S
Protective sleeve
Stylus
Micro-USB cable
Wall charger with International set of plugs
Quick start guide

DeReader · 01-15-2010, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by mgmueller

IREX Digital Reader 800S
Protective sleeve
Stylus
Micro-USB cable
Wall charger with International set of plugs
Quick start guide

Ok, then there's at least a sleeve included, but not leather cover offered in the shop.

Hopefully the included sleeve will protect the device adequately.

Sweetpea · 01-18-2010, 10:09 AM

So, it should be on its way now! Wonder how long it will take...

Mr. Goodbar · 01-19-2010, 09:00 AM

Has anyone received shipping information yet?

DeReader · 01-19-2010, 10:04 AM

I received shipping information a few minutes ago

. Estimated date of arrival is the 21. of January.

Mr. Goodbar · 01-19-2010, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by DeReader

I received shipping information a few minutes ago

. Estimated date of arrival is the 21. of January.

Cool, I'm sure there are a few of us here who would like detailed impressions. Pictures and videos would be great if you have the time and equipment. I'm particularly interested in overall impressions, build quality, time to boot, suspend functionality and of course battery life. Thanks in advance for anything you can find the time to share. Enjoy!

Sweetpea · 01-19-2010, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Goodbar

Cool, I'm sure there are a few of us here who would like detailed impressions. Pictures and videos would be great if you have the time and equipment. I'm particularly interested in overall impressions, build quality, time to boot, suspend functionality and of course battery life. Thanks in advance for anything you can find the time to share. Enjoy!

You don't want much, do you

But I agree with Goodbar, we just want to know everything, all done by friday, naturally!

(though, if you can tell what the battery life will be by friday, I doubt it'll be any good

)

badbob001 · 01-19-2010, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by DeReader

Ok, then there's at least a sleeve included, but not leather cover offered in the shop.

Hopefully the included sleeve will protect the device adequately.

Technically, it can be this:

mgmueller · 01-19-2010, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeReader

I received shipping information a few minutes ago

. Estimated date of arrival is the 21. of January.

Just got the UPS confirmation for delivery on 21st as well. Will post first impressions about 1pm CET, if all goes by the plan.

Mr. Goodbar · 01-19-2010, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Sweetpea

You don't want much, do you

But I agree with Goodbar, we just want to know everything, all done by friday, naturally!

(though, if you can tell what the battery life will be by friday, I doubt it'll be any good

)

No, I'm pretty easy to please, did I mention HD video would be good as well!

Good point on battery life, but maybe they can at least get an early feel for it based on initial usage.

Kolenka · 01-19-2010, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by mgmueller

Just got the UPS confirmation for delivery on 21st as well. Will post first impressions about 1pm CET, if all goes by the plan.

I'll be looking forward to your first impressions. It'd be nice to see how well it all works out.

zerospinboson · 01-20-2010, 11:00 AM

Well, it's not for sale at the Mediamarkt here yet, with a random employee stating "he had not seen the name come up at all in the orders yet"

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DeReader Connoisseur Posts: 69 Karma: 126 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Germany Device: Sony PRS-T1, iRex DR1000S, Kindle DXG, Jetbook Color	I also ordered the DR800S today. I'm a long time user (nearly 1,5 years) of the Iliad and like the display size and resolution. Primarily I read technical books in PDF format on the Iliad, but it is sometimes very slow, especially if there are graphics on the page, so I hope there will be a speed improvement with the DR800S. The native support of ePub is also a plus for me. Sure, the price point is high and not what I expected after the first announcements of $399, but I wanted a device with a resolution higher than the "standard" of 600x800, but not as big physically as the Irex Digital Reader. And the only available device at the moment, which fits that requirement, is to my knowledge the DR800S. I'll post a little comparison between the Iliad and the DR800S after I get the unit. What pisses me off a bit is that, despite the expensiveness, there's no leather cover included. They want further 42,- EUR for that

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