Factory wants me to poll for firmware upgrade - Page 7

JSWolf · 07-31-2010, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by citac

No, you're not!

Then I

Think more people need to speak up in favor of typography.

citac · 08-17-2010, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by JSWolf

Then I

Think more people need to speak up in favor of typography.

I'm afraid I wouldn't be the right person to participate in a discussion and justify my reasons as it's a question of personal preference for me. I'm reading up on typography, but right now all I can tell you is that I definitely feel the difference between a document that's just been put together willy-nilly and one where fonts, headings and style were chosen carefully; it's just more pleasant to read.

Also, my time is so limited now that I come to the forum maybe once a week. Makes it difficult to hold a conversation. But I'm definitely interested in finding out as much as I can about typography in ebooks. Are there any interesting discussions currently at MobileRead?

kacir · 08-17-2010, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by citac

Are there any interesting discussions currently at MobileRead?

https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...232#post934232

citac · 08-19-2010, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by kacir

https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...232#post934232

Thank you!

Spiffy · 08-23-2010, 12:26 PM

I wonder if Jenifer could verify for us if there are still plans to upgrade the firmware on the older models (the PP and the older 6" model)?

At the very least, the equivalent functionality to what we get in the third party firmwares (but officially supported) would be a good thing.

jenifer.ezread · 08-23-2010, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Spiffy

I wonder if Jenifer could verify for us if there are still plans to upgrade the firmware on the older models (the PP and the older 6" model)?

At the very least, the equivalent functionality to what we get in the third party firmwares (but officially supported) would be a good thing.

I just spoke with our team; we are of course planning new firmware for our older models, but nothing is planned for release right now. Are you having any trouble with previous firmware on the PP or a 6"?

eGeezer · 08-23-2010, 01:55 PM

Seems there was a lot of discussion about the March/April FW update concerning excessive battery drain while in standby (charge lasting only a couple days). Supposedly, the problem was being pursued by tech, and peeps were awaiting an outcome when Robert left for his surgery. No word since.

As I understand it, lots (all? some? a couple?) folks when back to the December FW. I had my SD card loaded with the Dec FW, ready to go back on my "repaired" PPro when it arrived. But it turned out to have a newer FW that doesn't seem to have the battery drain problem, but does have Coolreader.

View Poll Results: Pick three options for next firmware upgrade 5&6 inch
Add CoolReader, without severe battery drain!	55	76.39%
Latest version of FB2	31	43.06%
IF possible, keep Visible Clock Set when device off	16	22.22%
LIT is still not right, can you please get LIT to work	27	37.50%
Add Dictionary Support!	32	44.44%
Other (detailed below in post).	21	29.17%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 72. You may not vote on this poll

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08-23-2010, 12:26 PM	#95
Spiffy Groupie Posts: 160 Karma: 416 Join Date: Apr 2010 Device: Astak EZ Reader Pro AND Sony PRS-505	I wonder if Jenifer could verify for us if there are still plans to upgrade the firmware on the older models (the PP and the older 6" model)? At the very least, the equivalent functionality to what we get in the third party firmwares (but officially supported) would be a good thing.

08-23-2010, 01:55 PM	#97
eGeezer NE1 seen my glasses? Posts: 396 Karma: 4864 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Seattle Device: Nook Glowlight (following previous nook STR and STR w/GL)	Seems there was a lot of discussion about the March/April FW update concerning excessive battery drain while in standby (charge lasting only a couple days). Supposedly, the problem was being pursued by tech, and peeps were awaiting an outcome when Robert left for his surgery. No word since. As I understand it, lots (all? some? a couple?) folks when back to the December FW. I had my SD card loaded with the Dec FW, ready to go back on my "repaired" PPro when it arrived. But it turned out to have a newer FW that doesn't seem to have the battery drain problem, but does have Coolreader.