01-19-2020, 02:44 PM | #1 |
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8" reader for saving articles from web to read/highlight
I now use a Kobo Clara, but want a larger screen reader. I review many articles saved from my computer browser via Pocket. I love Kobo's built-in Pocket integration, but I want the ability to highlight text for export or reviewing later on a computer. I also want text-to-speech capability. It seems Pocketbook Inkpad 3 or Boyue Likebook Mars are the best options for ~8" readers under $250 and hope you might help guide my choice. Two questions:
1. I know I can install Pocket on the Mars, but does anyone know if it works as seamlessly as on Kobo? Will it allow me to highlight or/and export text easily? 2. Does Save to Pocketbook (built into Inkpad 3) work as seamlessly as Pocket? Pocket just lets you right-click any url to save it for auto-downloading to the Kobo and each article is saved separately (as if it was a book). I welcome any feedback on highlighting/notetaking with either device (or general thoughts on Inkpad/Linux vs Mars/Android. Thank you!!! |
01-19-2020, 08:31 PM | #2 |
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Have you thought about the Kobo Forma which has an 8" screen?
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01-20-2020, 12:37 PM | #3 |
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Yes-- the lack of any text-to-speech or audio drops it behind the others for me.
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01-20-2020, 12:56 PM | #4 |
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1. But when you save articles from web,into pocket or similar, there is no audio saved? So why is audio Important
2. Does it have to be e ink? Lots of 8 inch tablet options with audio exist? 3. Send to kindle works like pocket, if you get an Amazon device |
01-20-2020, 07:10 PM | #5 |
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Stumped: I just like to be able to give my eyes a break from many hours at computer monitor, so I'm only looking at E-ink readers and want to occasionally listen instead if read. Pocketbook readers have integrated text-to-speech and there are many apps for Android that read articles or books.
I'm not interested in doing business with Amazon, but I also like the features set of Inkpad and Mars better. Thanks. |
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01-21-2020, 06:49 AM | #6 |
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See my answer in a similar thread about sending articles to Pocketbooks:
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sh...09&postcount=3 I'm not entirely sure but at the moment it is not possible to export notes from the Pocketbook devices using the built-in reader. You can do so, however, if you use Coolreader or KoReader, which I prefer over the built-in reader. You won't have TTS functionality in those external readers, though. |
01-21-2020, 01:55 PM | #7 |
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Update on notes: I am currently beta-testing firmware version 6.0 for the Pocketbook Touch HD3 and an exporting feature has been included. Notes can be saved as an HTML file.
I don't know when this firmware will be released for the Inkpad, though. Last edited by LucyOne; 01-21-2020 at 02:53 PM. |
01-21-2020, 02:44 PM | #8 |
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Thanks, Lucyone,
When you say "notes," do you mean highlighted text, actual notes that a user types in, or both? |
01-21-2020, 02:53 PM | #9 |
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Both.
Second update: My Inkpad 3 has this feature, too. It must have been added with the 5.20 FW update. Last edited by LucyOne; 01-21-2020 at 02:55 PM. |
01-22-2020, 10:28 AM | #10 |
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Interested in the outcome of this - right now seems like my winner Pocketbook HD3 is the winner.
Have kindle paperwhite but want something more flexible. I am tech saavy, want to send articles to e-ink, maybe browse web, saw PBHD3 has RSS support too! |
01-22-2020, 10:37 AM | #11 |
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the possible downside of stepping outside the Amazon & kobo ranges is warranty & tech support. Depends a lot on where you live and what/how you buy but if you import something from china and it goes wrong, that could be an expensive lesson
OTOH there is nothing IN the amazon/kobo ranges that ticks all your boxes. I would not risk $250 on something with no genuine warranty( and ship it back to china at buyers expense does not count) or no tech support in my country |
01-22-2020, 01:17 PM | #12 |
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The Touch HD3 is a 6 inch reader. No larger screen on your list anymore?
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01-27-2020, 07:55 PM | #13 |
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Stumped's advice on the lack of warranty for Inkpad and Boyue seems like a big deal. Is there really no way to purchase those company's products with a US warranty? Does goodereader warranty products they sell? Ttheir site lacks info.
I'm still undecided (and not in a hurry since my Kobo Clara does what it's designed to perfectly). |
01-28-2020, 06:26 AM | #14 | |
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Quote:
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=324796 of course you could be lucky & have no problems whatsoever, but there's no great safety net. It would be a smaller risk if you judge yourself capable of the more extreme repair steps in the above link Last edited by stumped; 01-28-2020 at 06:29 AM. |
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