PRS-T1 Clip on LED Light?

zooyuka · 05-21-2012, 10:20 AM

Do any of you use a clip-on LED light with your PRS-T1? I would prefer to have a stand alone light than one incorporated in a case. I don't do much reading in the dark, but I would like to have the option.

Cdesja5 · 05-21-2012, 11:08 AM

I use this one and although I clip it to my cover, the clip does allow you to clip directly on the reader as well. As well, lots of colour choices. It's $5 cheaper if you buy directly from lightwedge instead of Amazon... Most good LED ereader lights cost between $15-$20.
http://www.lightwedge.com/Verso-Clip-Light

zooyuka · 05-21-2012, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Cdesja5

I use this one and although I clip it to my cover, the clip does allow you to clip directly on the reader as well. As well, lots of colour choices. It's $5 cheaper if you buy directly from lightwedge instead of Amazon... Most good LED ereader lights cost between $15-$20.
http://www.lightwedge.com/Verso-Clip-Light

Thanks! I will check it out. I'm glad to know that it will directly clip to the reader, since that is the way I intend to use it.

Teknikal · 05-21-2012, 11:41 AM

I looked for something similar originally then just caved and bought the official Cover, my reason was solely the coin type batteries used I just can't imagine them lasting very long and unless I'm wrong their pretty expensive.

So as much as I don't believe in the cover being worth anywhere near what Sony sells it for I do think it's the cheaper option in the long run as all you need is a single AAA and that doesn't cost me really anything as I have quite a few of the rechargeable energisers.

Teknikal · 05-21-2012, 11:51 AM

Just noticed I'm wrong and you can buy rechargeable ones now which is definitely a good option far better than needing the coin batteries, I still like using triple AAA batteries though as their so easily found and they can be rechargeable as well.

sorry for the double post by the way I thought I hit edit.

Cdesja5 · 05-21-2012, 11:53 AM

It uses 2 cr2032 batteries which are 3/$1 at the Dollar Store. They last about 30 hours. Much cheaper option than the cover and can be used with the OP's 2 readers what with being clipon.
In North America dollar stores are around very corner, not sure if that's the case elsewhere though...

Teknikal · 05-21-2012, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Cdesja5

It uses 2 cr2032 batteries which are 3/$1 at the Dollar Store. They last about 30 hours. Much cheaper option than the cover and can be used with the OP's 2 readers what with being clipon.
In North America dollar stores are around very corner, not sure if that's the case elsewhere though...

I had a brief look at the UK prices and they seem to be about £1 each here which at least as far as I'm concerned is much less appealing, roughly I think to get 3 here would cost almost 5$ in US terms.

30 hours isn't bad at all though much better than I expected, I think I get about 15 from the case but then I will always have 3 more ready to load into it when I need to and it really does a good job evenly lighting.

I probably would have saved money and bought a standalone if I had found rechargeable ones at the time but I don't regret the case if nothing else it keeps my T1 dust free.

JSWolf · 05-21-2012, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Cdesja5

It uses 2 cr2032 batteries which are 3/$1 at the Dollar Store. They last about 30 hours. Much cheaper option than the cover and can be used with the OP's 2 readers what with being clipon.
In North America dollar stores are around very corner, not sure if that's the case elsewhere though...

But there is one issue with the clip-on. What if you go on vacation and forget the clip-on? The cover light is there with you as long as you have the reader. Plus, if you don't have the button batteries and you aren't near a dollar store, you then have to pay more or do without.

zooyuka · 05-21-2012, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JSWolf

But there is one issue with the clip-on. What if you go on vacation and forget the clip-on? The cover light is there with you as long as you have the reader. Plus, if you don't have the button batteries and you aren't near a dollar store, you then have to pay more or do without.

This is all true, but I really don't want a case w/ built in light. I just use a protective sleeve for my reader when I travel. I doubt I would forget the light if I intend to use my reader. Also, I can buy the batteries in bulk for less than .20 a piece. If I find myself reading more that 30 hours anyway on a vaction I should just stay home anyway....LOL.

elcreative · 05-21-2012, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Teknikal

I had a brief look at the UK prices and they seem to be about £1 each here which at least as far as I'm concerned is much less appealing, roughly I think to get 3 here would cost almost 5$ in US terms.

30 hours isn't bad at all though much better than I expected, I think I get about 15 from the case but then I will always have 3 more ready to load into it when I need to and it really does a good job evenly lighting.

I probably would have saved money and bought a standalone if I had found rechargeable ones at the time but I don't regret the case if nothing else it keeps my T1 dust free.

Try eBay... last lot of CR2032 batteries cost me approx £10 for 100

Teknikal · 05-21-2012, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by elcreative

Try eBay... last lot of CR2032 batteries cost me approx £10 for 100

Well that's a lot better but I still think rechargeable triple AAA's are a lot cheaper and just easier in the long run. A set of modern rechargeables like eneloops or the energiser accu recharge extreme will last years.
I've always wondered why these clip on lights don't just use a more standard battery like Sony did, maybe it's just a size thing.

zooyuka · 05-21-2012, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Teknikal

Well that's a lot better but I still think rechargeable triple AAA's are a lot cheaper and just easier in the long run. A set of modern rechargeables like eneloops or the energiser accu recharge extreme will last years.
I've always wondered why these clip on lights don't just use a more standard battery like Sony did, maybe it's just a size thing.

I'm guessing it has to do with weight. Something clipped to the top of the reader with a larger battery could make the machine really off balance when reading.

Kaysclie · 05-21-2012, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by zooyuka

This is all true, but I really don't want a case w/ built in light. I just use a protective sleeve for my reader when I travel. I doubt I would forget the light if I intend to use my reader. Also, I can buy the batteries in bulk for less than .20 a piece. If I find myself reading more that 30 hours anyway on a vaction I should just stay home anyway....LOL.

Zooyuka, I am having a devil of a time choosing a cover or sleeve for my T1. Which protective sleeve are you using and would you recommend it to others?

zooyuka · 05-21-2012, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaysclie

Zooyuka, I am having a devil of a time choosing a cover or sleeve for my T1. Which protective sleeve are you using and would you recommend it to others?

This is the one I bought. Its nothing fancy, but does the job. I wish it was a little snugger, but it was the closest I could find. I think it is more than adequate to protect in a briefcase, luggage, purse etc.

I've also considered adding one of thesefor a snugger fit and added protection.

Kaysclie · 05-21-2012, 03:47 PM

Zooruka
Thanks for your fast reply. But.....now I have spied the Oberon sleeves and am slowly leaning in that direction $$$$

But I will have to give a bit more thought before opening my wallet!

05-21-2012, 10:20 AM	#1
zooyuka Member Posts: 12 Karma: 10 Join Date: May 2012 Device: PRS-T1 & Kindle 4	Clip on LED Light? Do any of you use a clip-on LED light with your PRS-T1? I would prefer to have a stand alone light than one incorporated in a case. I don't do much reading in the dark, but I would like to have the option.

05-21-2012, 11:53 AM	#6
Cdesja5 Wizard Posts: 1,117 Karma: 2094306 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Device: Lots and lots of electronic gadgets...	It uses 2 cr2032 batteries which are 3/$1 at the Dollar Store. They last about 30 hours. Much cheaper option than the cover and can be used with the OP's 2 readers what with being clipon. In North America dollar stores are around very corner, not sure if that's the case elsewhere though... Last edited by Cdesja5; 05-21-2012 at 11:56 AM.

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05-21-2012, 11:08 AM	#2
Cdesja5 Wizard Posts: 1,117 Karma: 2094306 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Device: Lots and lots of electronic gadgets...	I use this one and although I clip it to my cover, the clip does allow you to clip directly on the reader as well. As well, lots of colour choices. It's $5 cheaper if you buy directly from lightwedge instead of Amazon... Most good LED ereader lights cost between $15-$20. http://www.lightwedge.com/Verso-Clip-Light

05-21-2012, 11:41 AM	#4
Teknikal Fanatic Posts: 574 Karma: 5264318 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Belfast Device: Sony T1, Note Pro 12.2, Honor 10	I looked for something similar originally then just caved and bought the official Cover, my reason was solely the coin type batteries used I just can't imagine them lasting very long and unless I'm wrong their pretty expensive. So as much as I don't believe in the cover being worth anywhere near what Sony sells it for I do think it's the cheaper option in the long run as all you need is a single AAA and that doesn't cost me really anything as I have quite a few of the rechargeable energisers.

05-21-2012, 11:51 AM	#5
Teknikal Fanatic Posts: 574 Karma: 5264318 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Belfast Device: Sony T1, Note Pro 12.2, Honor 10	Just noticed I'm wrong and you can buy rechargeable ones now which is definitely a good option far better than needing the coin batteries, I still like using triple AAA batteries though as their so easily found and they can be rechargeable as well. sorry for the double post by the way I thought I hit edit.

05-21-2012, 03:47 PM	#15
Kaysclie Addict Posts: 329 Karma: 265272 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: sunny Florida Device: Forma, Aura One,Ipad Pro 10.5, Oasis 3	Zooruka Thanks for your fast reply. But.....now I have spied the Oberon sleeves and am slowly leaning in that direction $$$$ But I will have to give a bit more thought before opening my wallet!

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