For academic purposes

jee · 05-18-2010, 08:18 AM

OK, it’s time to buy a good reader. I’ve been lurking on here for days, or even weeks, trying to figure out which one would be the best choice for me. Price range < $550.

I need a reader for academic purposes, one with a bigger screen (at least 8’’, but preferably even larger), freehand drawing and note taking option, the simplest web browser (for Wikipedia), and it would be great if it supported a USB keyboard.

First, I fell in love with the Entourage Edge, but the main objective is its weight. Besides, I don’t really need a LCD screen, I’d prefer something thinner and lighter.

The second one I considered is the Irex Iliad (1st edition refurbished), and the big plus here is its price (only 250 euros). But, it seems its screen is very fragile, and it’s considered outdated.

Then, I was considering the Copia 9’’ readers, as well as big-screened Netronix, and Asus DR 950, but the release date of all SiPix based ereaders is delayed. Is there any chance they be released by late June?

Thanks in advance!

exapted · 05-18-2010, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by jee

First, I fell in love with the Entourage Edge, but the main objective is its weight. Besides, I don’t really need a LCD screen, I’d prefer something thinner and lighter.

The edge seems to have only 8 grey scales, which is kind of a deal breaker for me, considering the number of scanned documents I plan to read. I have tried 8-level e-ink displays, and the results have not been satisfactory. Grey dots everywhere (with a scanned pdf). With 16 levels, scanned documents seem to look somewhat better. I haven't exactly done a double-blind study, but anyway that was my one-off experience that led me to order a reader with a better display.

eLiNK · 05-18-2010, 08:41 AM

Well, you can count the large screen e-ink based devices (8") by the fingers on one hand: iLiad, iRex DR800S(G), iRex 1000S and Entourage Edge.

Officially, Sipix based devices won't be available before September 2010.
And it seems that the only two devices, which may hit the market before September are Dittobook D9 (9.7") and Onyx Boox 90 (?).
Don't know about the Que.

05-18-2010, 08:18 AM	#1
jee Enthusiast Posts: 43 Karma: 10 Join Date: May 2010 Device: enTourage eDGe	For academic purposes OK, it’s time to buy a good reader. I’ve been lurking on here for days, or even weeks, trying to figure out which one would be the best choice for me. Price range < $550. I need a reader for academic purposes, one with a bigger screen (at least 8’’, but preferably even larger), freehand drawing and note taking option, the simplest web browser (for Wikipedia), and it would be great if it supported a USB keyboard. First, I fell in love with the Entourage Edge, but the main objective is its weight. Besides, I don’t really need a LCD screen, I’d prefer something thinner and lighter. The second one I considered is the Irex Iliad (1st edition refurbished), and the big plus here is its price (only 250 euros). But, it seems its screen is very fragile, and it’s considered outdated. Then, I was considering the Copia 9’’ readers, as well as big-screened Netronix, and Asus DR 950, but the release date of all SiPix based ereaders is delayed. Is there any chance they be released by late June? Thanks in advance!

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05-18-2010, 08:41 AM	#3
eLiNK Addict Posts: 344 Karma: 6494 Join Date: Jan 2008 Device: PRS-505, KDXG	Well, you can count the large screen e-ink based devices (8") by the fingers on one hand: iLiad, iRex DR800S(G), iRex 1000S and Entourage Edge. Officially, Sipix based devices won't be available before September 2010. And it seems that the only two devices, which may hit the market before September are Dittobook D9 (9.7") and Onyx Boox 90 (?). Don't know about the Que.

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