One more "Choose for me!" thread.

Fuzzykinz · 11-16-2009, 03:29 PM

Ohai:

I am very interested in purchasing an ebook reader for myself this Christmas, and I am currently between three: Nook, PRS-600 and the Kindle 2.

After searching a good amount on these forums I could not quite make up my mind.

Which would you recommend based on selection of books and retailers to choose from, ability to annotate, extra features(IE: Browser, wikipedia access etc.) and your over all happiness with it.

I am partial to the Nook, but I realize BnN has been accused of(and rightfully so) some dirty business practices involving its development, as well as the big grey area of whether or not some features will eventually be implemented.

Oh and the super-duper attached poll will halp.

Teh Fuzzykinz

kacir · 11-16-2009, 03:48 PM

PocketBook 360.
I have recently purchased one myself and it is great little machine.

Fuzzykinz · 11-16-2009, 04:39 PM

Oh and....

The ability to have alternate dictionaries would be wonderful! Such as a English to German dictionary.

Thanks for your replies/votes!

Dulin's Books · 11-16-2009, 06:15 PM

You might have to take the Nook off your list if you want it before Christmas. News today is talking about delays in shipping.

GA Russell · 11-16-2009, 06:32 PM

If wireless browser capability is important to you, I can't help.

But if the English-German dictionary is important, you might want to look at the jetBook and the jetBook Lite. I like the Lite because it runs on rechargeable AA flashlight batteries.

http://www.ectaco.com/ectaco-jetbook-lite/

Fuzzykinz · 11-16-2009, 09:54 PM

I'm starting to lean towards the PRS-600, while at the same time I am going to wait for the Nooks release anyway just to see if it's the amazing piece of hardware many claim.

Thanks for helping me get to this point guys.

PhishStyx · 11-17-2009, 09:49 AM

Since I have no information about you or your e-book reading priorities, it's difficult to guess what reading device would help you the most. For example, if you're looking specifically for the Kindle's wireless capabilities, then the Sony won't be very useful. But if you're at all interested in using a touchscreen device, then the Kindle is right out.

I think you'll find your decision much easier when you list out what you see as the pros & cons of each.

Ebiumn · 11-17-2009, 11:52 AM

Pocketbook 360

Ea · 11-21-2009, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fuzzykinz

Oh and....

The ability to have alternate dictionaries would be wonderful! Such as a English to German dictionary.

Thanks for your replies/votes!

A german-english dictionary should work on the Kindle. There are issues with translation dictionaries, though they shouldn't be an issue in this case. Take at look at this thread:
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...t=60103&page=2

I am very pleased with the Kindle. For taking notes, I like the physical keyboard better than on-screen keyboards that I have tried (irex DR1000, ipod touch and a PDA) - better physical feedback so I know I've hit the button.

View Poll Results: Which would you choose for me?
Nook	7	21.88%
PRS-600	17	53.13%
Kindle 2	8	25.00%
Voters: 32. You may not vote on this poll

11-16-2009, 03:29 PM	#1
Fuzzykinz Lover of things fuzzeh Posts: 40 Karma: 10 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Device: BN nook, iPod touch second gen	One more "Choose for me!" thread. Ohai: I am very interested in purchasing an ebook reader for myself this Christmas, and I am currently between three: Nook, PRS-600 and the Kindle 2. After searching a good amount on these forums I could not quite make up my mind. Which would you recommend based on selection of books and retailers to choose from, ability to annotate, extra features(IE: Browser, wikipedia access etc.) and your over all happiness with it. I am partial to the Nook, but I realize BnN has been accused of(and rightfully so) some dirty business practices involving its development, as well as the big grey area of whether or not some features will eventually be implemented. Oh and the super-duper attached poll will halp. Teh Fuzzykinz

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11-16-2009, 03:48 PM	#2
kacir Wizard Posts: 3,447 Karma: 10484861 Join Date: May 2006 Device: PocketBook 360, before it was Sony Reader, cassiopeia A-20	PocketBook 360. I have recently purchased one myself and it is great little machine.

11-16-2009, 04:39 PM	#3
Fuzzykinz Lover of things fuzzeh Posts: 40 Karma: 10 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Device: BN nook, iPod touch second gen	Oh and.... The ability to have alternate dictionaries would be wonderful! Such as a English to German dictionary. Thanks for your replies/votes!

11-16-2009, 06:15 PM	#4
Dulin's Books Wizard Posts: 2,806 Karma: 13500000 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Portland, OR Device: Boox PB360 etc etc etc	You might have to take the Nook off your list if you want it before Christmas. News today is talking about delays in shipping.

11-16-2009, 06:32 PM	#5
GA Russell Montreal wins Grey Cup! Posts: 7,583 Karma: 31484197 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Raleigh, NC Device: Paperwhite, Kindles 10 & 4 and jetBook Lite	If wireless browser capability is important to you, I can't help. But if the English-German dictionary is important, you might want to look at the jetBook and the jetBook Lite. I like the Lite because it runs on rechargeable AA flashlight batteries. http://www.ectaco.com/ectaco-jetbook-lite/

11-16-2009, 09:54 PM	#6
Fuzzykinz Lover of things fuzzeh Posts: 40 Karma: 10 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Device: BN nook, iPod touch second gen	I'm starting to lean towards the PRS-600, while at the same time I am going to wait for the Nooks release anyway just to see if it's the amazing piece of hardware many claim. Thanks for helping me get to this point guys.

11-17-2009, 09:49 AM	#7
PhishStyx The me that I am Posts: 413 Karma: 1078 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: In my house! Duh! Device: Kindle 1 & DR 1000s	Since I have no information about you or your e-book reading priorities, it's difficult to guess what reading device would help you the most. For example, if you're looking specifically for the Kindle's wireless capabilities, then the Sony won't be very useful. But if you're at all interested in using a touchscreen device, then the Kindle is right out. I think you'll find your decision much easier when you list out what you see as the pros & cons of each.

11-17-2009, 11:52 AM	#8
Ebiumn Connoisseur Posts: 52 Karma: 114 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: England Device: Pocketbook 360, Kindle Voyage	Pocketbook 360

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