Thinking on buying an iLiad

nyaobe · 03-07-2009, 11:09 AM

Since I read books/novels and also read pdfs and textbooks, I have this dilemma on what e-book reader to buy since almost all kinds of books is what I really need and want to read. And also, if possible, have a wi-fi that I can access to and check my mail and/or surf the net. I've been thinking of choosing the v2 of iLiad.

So the question is..

1.) is the wifi of iliad v2 only available in the US and EUR and Canada? (like the amazon kindle's whispernet) or can i surf the net using my regular wifi connection? (I am living in the Philippines; Southeast Asia)

2.) what is the most flexible ebook reader that i can buy that supports novels/pdfs/textbooks in a really non-hassle conversion format?

I am really torn. I don't know what to buy.

DeB

HarryT · 03-07-2009, 12:35 PM

WiFi is a world-wide standard - it will work anywhere. You need to install a web browser on the iLiad in order to be able to surf the web, and I'm afraid that it really doesn't work very well. eInk screens are far from ideal when it comes to web sites.

axel77 · 03-07-2009, 03:42 PM

For pdfs I'd advice the 1000... since the larger screen is something you very likely are going to want.

nyaobe · 03-08-2009, 12:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HarryT

WiFi is a world-wide standard - it will work anywhere. You need to install a web browser on the iLiad in order to be able to surf the web, and I'm afraid that it really doesn't work very well. eInk screens are far from ideal when it comes to web sites.

If I install a web browser, would it end my warranty with iRex?

so much!

DeB

nyaobe · 03-08-2009, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by axel77

For pdfs I'd advice the 1000... since the larger screen is something you very likely are going to want.

Does it support major formats for textbooks/novels?

DeB

wallcraft · 03-08-2009, 03:25 AM

There are several 3rd party web browsers for the iLiad, see Iliad Software. However, I agree with HarryT that these browsers are not suitable for more than occasional use. The browsers should not effect your warranty.

cbell · 03-08-2009, 04:18 AM

If 3rd party software makes your iLiad unusable, you're not covered by the warranty if you're unable to reflash it successfully and have to return it to iRex for the operating system to be restored.

This is unlikely, but its possible. See:
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...d.php?p=337695.

You'd still be covered by iRex's 12 month hardware warranty for a new iLiad if you load 3rd party software.

I read novels/pdfs/textbooks on my iLiad. For a list of formats supported, see The famous eBook Reader Matrix in our wiki at:
https://wiki.mobileread.com/wiki/E-book_Reader_Matrix

alxwang · 04-02-2009, 01:43 PM

I also have a question:
iLiad Book edition does not have wifi. So how can I connect it to network? I need it connect to network so I can install 3rd party software.
Thanks.

Shaggy · 04-02-2009, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alxwang

I also have a question:
iLiad Book edition does not have wifi. So how can I connect it to network? I need it connect to network so I can install 3rd party software.
Thanks.

The Book Edition has a wired network connection, just not a wifi one.

Evi1d33d · 04-15-2009, 12:25 AM

I'm thinking of getting an iliad for college. It has a big enough screen for textbook scans so I don't have to lug my books around. It can also be used for note taking. Wifi is useless since I doubt it'll support WPA2 Enterprise.

I'll probably try to get one used for less $350 somewhere.

nhimclc · 04-18-2009, 05:35 PM

I am in a confusing situation too and would appreciate advices to help me out. I'm a graduate student and have tons of reading. The problem is I am going to the field to do research for a year and would not be able to access to the library. I cannot bring many of my books with me either. I am thinking of scanning some books in pdf form (2 pages of the book into one page in pdf files) and getting a reader to read these pdf files. The ereader must have a stylus because I need to highlight and write when I read. So I hope you will give me some advice in choosing which Irex reader will be best for me.
The Irex Iliad is cheaper than the DR, but the DR is bigger and more comfortable to read. I would rather go with the Iliad unless it is very uncomfortable to read hundreds of pages a day on a 8 inch screen.
Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot.

thibaulthalpern · 04-18-2009, 07:21 PM

If you use a smaller screen, it's better to read one page at a time as opposed a 2-page spread.

herbalist · 04-18-2009, 09:10 PM

If your books are huge letter size, then probably the DR is better. However, if they are mostly A5 size, then the iliad is probably good enough. When you prepare the scans, it is better to so page by page and crop the margins. (of course, you may want to leave some space if you need to annotate...) Since the iliad will read everything into its memory before it opens the file, make sure u prepare the pdf files in smaller chunks (e.g. 50 mb or so), it will save you some time. But the caveat here is that 1) iliad v2 lasts 14-15 hr per charge 2) no more official firmware upgrades from Irex...

nhimclc · 04-19-2009, 06:28 PM

Thanks a lot for the advice. I am considering between the Iliad first generation and the Iliad book edition because of the cost. Which one should I get? Is there a real difference beside the Wi-fi? Thanks.

wallcraft · 04-19-2009, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nhimclc

I am considering between the Iliad first generation and the Iliad book edition because of the cost.

The original iLiad had a smaller battery than the 2nd Edition, and there were some devices sold under other names that can't get software updates from iRex (so make sure it is really an iLiad). The only significant difference between the 2nd Edition and the Book Edition is WiFi.

03-07-2009, 11:09 AM	#1
nyaobe Confused E-book Buyer Posts: 3 Karma: 10 Join Date: Feb 2009 Device: iLiad Book or V2 Ed. (hopefully)	Thinking on buying an iLiad Since I read books/novels and also read pdfs and textbooks, I have this dilemma on what e-book reader to buy since almost all kinds of books is what I really need and want to read. And also, if possible, have a wi-fi that I can access to and check my mail and/or surf the net. I've been thinking of choosing the v2 of iLiad. So the question is.. 1.) is the wifi of iliad v2 only available in the US and EUR and Canada? (like the amazon kindle's whispernet) or can i surf the net using my regular wifi connection? (I am living in the Philippines; Southeast Asia) 2.) what is the most flexible ebook reader that i can buy that supports novels/pdfs/textbooks in a really non-hassle conversion format? I am really torn. I don't know what to buy. DeB

04-18-2009, 09:10 PM	#13
herbalist Enthusiast Posts: 39 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jul 2008 Device: nokia 770, Irex Iliad	If your books are huge letter size, then probably the DR is better. However, if they are mostly A5 size, then the iliad is probably good enough. When you prepare the scans, it is better to so page by page and crop the margins. (of course, you may want to leave some space if you need to annotate...) Since the iliad will read everything into its memory before it opens the file, make sure u prepare the pdf files in smaller chunks (e.g. 50 mb or so), it will save you some time. But the caveat here is that 1) iliad v2 lasts 14-15 hr per charge 2) no more official firmware upgrades from Irex... Last edited by herbalist; 04-18-2009 at 09:26 PM.

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03-07-2009, 12:35 PM	#2
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,544 Karma: 93383043 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	WiFi is a world-wide standard - it will work anywhere. You need to install a web browser on the iLiad in order to be able to surf the web, and I'm afraid that it really doesn't work very well. eInk screens are far from ideal when it comes to web sites.

03-07-2009, 03:42 PM	#3
axel77 Fanatic Posts: 584 Karma: 914 Join Date: Mar 2008 Device: iliad	For pdfs I'd advice the 1000... since the larger screen is something you very likely are going to want.

03-08-2009, 03:25 AM	#6
wallcraft reader Posts: 6,975 Karma: 5183568 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mississippi, USA Device: Kindle 3, Kobo Glo HD	There are several 3rd party web browsers for the iLiad, see Iliad Software. However, I agree with HarryT that these browsers are not suitable for more than occasional use. The browsers should not effect your warranty.

03-08-2009, 04:18 AM	#7
cbell Frenetic Posts: 590 Karma: 8181 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Australia Device: iLiad V2	If 3rd party software makes your iLiad unusable, you're not covered by the warranty if you're unable to reflash it successfully and have to return it to iRex for the operating system to be restored. This is unlikely, but its possible. See: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...d.php?p=337695. You'd still be covered by iRex's 12 month hardware warranty for a new iLiad if you load 3rd party software. I read novels/pdfs/textbooks on my iLiad. For a list of formats supported, see The famous eBook Reader Matrix in our wiki at: https://wiki.mobileread.com/wiki/E-book_Reader_Matrix

04-02-2009, 01:43 PM	#8
alxwang Connoisseur Posts: 96 Karma: 14 Join Date: Mar 2009 Device: Kindle DX, PocketBook 360	I also have a question: iLiad Book edition does not have wifi. So how can I connect it to network? I need it connect to network so I can install 3rd party software. Thanks.

04-15-2009, 12:25 AM	#10
Evi1d33d Enthusiast Posts: 47 Karma: 14 Join Date: Sep 2007 Device: Red PRS-505	I'm thinking of getting an iliad for college. It has a big enough screen for textbook scans so I don't have to lug my books around. It can also be used for note taking. Wifi is useless since I doubt it'll support WPA2 Enterprise. I'll probably try to get one used for less $350 somewhere.

04-18-2009, 05:35 PM	#11
nhimclc Member Posts: 23 Karma: 10 Join Date: Apr 2009 Device: none	I am in a confusing situation too and would appreciate advices to help me out. I'm a graduate student and have tons of reading. The problem is I am going to the field to do research for a year and would not be able to access to the library. I cannot bring many of my books with me either. I am thinking of scanning some books in pdf form (2 pages of the book into one page in pdf files) and getting a reader to read these pdf files. The ereader must have a stylus because I need to highlight and write when I read. So I hope you will give me some advice in choosing which Irex reader will be best for me. The Irex Iliad is cheaper than the DR, but the DR is bigger and more comfortable to read. I would rather go with the Iliad unless it is very uncomfortable to read hundreds of pages a day on a 8 inch screen. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot.

04-18-2009, 07:21 PM	#12
thibaulthalpern Evangelist Posts: 478 Karma: 451808 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California, USA Device: my two eyes, KLiiK, Sony PRS-700	If you use a smaller screen, it's better to read one page at a time as opposed a 2-page spread.

04-19-2009, 06:28 PM	#14
nhimclc Member Posts: 23 Karma: 10 Join Date: Apr 2009 Device: none	Thanks a lot for the advice. I am considering between the Iliad first generation and the Iliad book edition because of the cost. Which one should I get? Is there a real difference beside the Wi-fi? Thanks.

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