JET BOOK MINI WOW JUST GOT IT

ltucci1924 · 01-24-2011, 11:49 AM

I just got my new jetbook mini about 2 hours ago. This is one great ebook reader. It is so very easy to use simple is the word lol.
It is so small and so very light in weight. I had the jetbook light and several other ebook readers but this is the very best one yet. I had to convert my epub stuff to fb2 with ease and update to the latest update with no problem. It all whent very fast and after playing with it for a few hours It is simple to use and a plasure at that. If anyone is holding off getting the mini because of the no epub thing like I did dont wait any longer. Fb2 is a great format to use. Again this is a great and fun ebook reader.

demingite · 01-24-2011, 05:44 PM

Are there any functions missing as compared to the JBL? Can you go directly to a page and search for words? Does it keep a list of your most recent books? Does it work with DRM ePub books (were any of your ePub books DRM)? (so many questions, I know)

ltucci1924 · 01-24-2011, 06:16 PM

Can you go directly to a page and search for words? Yes you can go to a page but no to search for words. I had no drm epub books. You can only use tex or fb2 format. The cool thing is the sd card. The internal memory is 1.4 mb but when I put in the 2 gb sd card the internal memory shows as 2 gb. So the sd card is as internal memory. I think there are not as maney settings as the jbl but the mini is so simple to use I dont miss anything from the jbl. The jbl is almost twice as heavy and seems much bigger. The mini is fun like to use.

csandste · 01-24-2011, 06:34 PM

No drm epub would be a breaker for me. If it had that and sold for about $50-60, I'd probably buy one as I like my Libre much better than my Kobo. Think the overall package, especially the multiple colors is pretty appealing.

Kris777 · 01-25-2011, 01:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ltucci1924

Can you go directly to a page and search for words? Yes you can go to a page but no to search for words. I had no drm epub books. You can only use tex or fb2 format. The cool thing is the sd card. The internal memory is 1.4 mb but when I put in the 2 gb sd card the internal memory shows as 2 gb. So the sd card is as internal memory. I think there are not as maney settings as the jbl but the mini is so simple to use I dont miss anything from the jbl. The jbl is almost twice as heavy and seems much bigger. The mini is fun like to use.

I agree. I liked my jetBook Lite but I don't use it anymore... jetBook mini is allways with me now!

crazydave · 01-25-2011, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ltucci1924

I just got my new jetbook mini about 2 hours ago. This is one great ebook reader. It is so very easy to use simple is the word lol.
It is so small and so very light in weight. I had the jetbook light and several other ebook readers but this is the very best one yet. I had to convert my epub stuff to fb2 with ease and update to the latest update with no problem. It all whent very fast and after playing with it for a few hours It is simple to use and a plasure at that. If anyone is holding off getting the mini because of the no epub thing like I did dont wait any longer. Fb2 is a great format to use. Again this is a great and fun ebook reader.

Did any of the epubs have images? If so, how did they look?

demingite · 01-25-2011, 09:19 PM

Thanks you guys for the in depth replies. I will definitely keep it in mind if I need another ereader.

demingite · 01-25-2011, 10:06 PM

BTW, Jetbook Mini now $79.99 with free shipping and earlight at Newegg

http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCateg...E-Book-Readers

Kris777 · 02-22-2011, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by demingite

BTW, Jetbook Mini now $79.99 with free shipping and earlight at Newegg

http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCateg...E-Book-Readers

NewEgg sell jetBook Lite for $79.99 and jetBook mini for $89.99 now

Ken Maltby · 02-23-2011, 01:08 PM

The following quote from an earlier thread might explain why "Itucci1924" doesn't "miss"
anything from the JBL, it will also give you some perspective with regard to his experience with the JBL:

"well I got it yesterday. It froze up in about 20 min. and there was nothing I could do to unfreeze it. I called newegg and they said to send it back for a replacement or refund. I opt for the refund."

Luck;
Ken

wandalynn · 02-23-2011, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kris777

NewEgg sell jetBook Lite for $79.99 and jetBook mini for $89.99 now

It looks like the black mini is still $79.99

And a free case and earlight with that JBL? What's up with that? Makes my $69.99 Libre seem overpriced.

ETA: So is there a Newegg spy reading this board? Just checked my email and there's a $25 coupon code from Newegg for any purchase. Any? And I can't find any strings attached, like open a new Visa, etc.

GA Russell · 02-24-2011, 06:13 PM

Congrats Wanda Lynn!

I'd buy a JBL in a heartbeat with a $25 coupon!

cromag · 02-24-2011, 10:19 PM

Coupon?! I'm crushed! In fact, I just got an order from Newegg today ... but no coupon.

GhostHawk · 02-25-2011, 07:58 AM

Just ordered 100$ in accessorys for a computer I'm building for a friend from newegg, but no coupon!

Nice system, but we tricked it out a bit more, added web cam, usb flobby drive, blue LED lighted keyboard, and replacing one DVD drive that had something wrong with it.

Maybe they do read these boards.
You'd think that after buying 5 Jetbooks they'll send me one.

wandalynn · 02-25-2011, 10:55 AM

After checking further, the $25 Newegg coupon is for any purchase over $50. No other strings that I can see. Here's how I think I got it:

Back when I'd decided to get an LCD (either JBL or Aluratek) ereader I created a Newegg account and put a JBL in the basket but didn't buy. Couldn't find how to add the accessory that I thought was free without getting a charge. In the meantime I found the Libre at Ultimate (may it RIP) for $69. So I've never made a Newegg purchase. The email reads: 'You Know You Want To..."

So how do I justify another ereader? My nook did finally get replaced with a spotless refurb (long ugly story) and I got one of the $60 Pandigitals from Kohls. I'm already in ereader heaven.

Anyway, I think the secret isn't giving them lots of business but creating an account and then giving them none.

01-24-2011, 11:49 AM	#1
ltucci1924 Member Posts: 24 Karma: 90 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SOUTH PHILA PA Device: JETBOOK MINI RB	JET BOOK MINI WOW JUST GOT IT I just got my new jetbook mini about 2 hours ago. This is one great ebook reader. It is so very easy to use simple is the word lol. It is so small and so very light in weight. I had the jetbook light and several other ebook readers but this is the very best one yet. I had to convert my epub stuff to fb2 with ease and update to the latest update with no problem. It all whent very fast and after playing with it for a few hours It is simple to use and a plasure at that. If anyone is holding off getting the mini because of the no epub thing like I did dont wait any longer. Fb2 is a great format to use. Again this is a great and fun ebook reader.

01-24-2011, 06:16 PM	#3
ltucci1924 Member Posts: 24 Karma: 90 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SOUTH PHILA PA Device: JETBOOK MINI RB	Can you go directly to a page and search for words? Yes you can go to a page but no to search for words. I had no drm epub books. You can only use tex or fb2 format. The cool thing is the sd card. The internal memory is 1.4 mb but when I put in the 2 gb sd card the internal memory shows as 2 gb. So the sd card is as internal memory. I think there are not as maney settings as the jbl but the mini is so simple to use I dont miss anything from the jbl. The jbl is almost twice as heavy and seems much bigger. The mini is fun like to use. Last edited by ltucci1924; 01-24-2011 at 06:19 PM.

01-25-2011, 10:06 PM	#8
demingite Connoisseur Posts: 70 Karma: 400000 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: New Mexico Device: Aluratek Libre Pro (gifted), Ectaco Jetbook Lite	Jetbook Mini $79.99 @ Newegg BTW, Jetbook Mini now $79.99 with free shipping and earlight at Newegg http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCateg...E-Book-Readers

02-25-2011, 10:55 AM	#15
wandalynn Addict Posts: 350 Karma: 805324 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Baja Arizona Device: nook, Aluratek Libre	After checking further, the $25 Newegg coupon is for any purchase over $50. No other strings that I can see. Here's how I think I got it: Back when I'd decided to get an LCD (either JBL or Aluratek) ereader I created a Newegg account and put a JBL in the basket but didn't buy. Couldn't find how to add the accessory that I thought was free without getting a charge. In the meantime I found the Libre at Ultimate (may it RIP) for $69. So I've never made a Newegg purchase. The email reads: 'You Know You Want To..." So how do I justify another ereader? My nook did finally get replaced with a spotless refurb (long ugly story) and I got one of the $60 Pandigitals from Kohls. I'm already in ereader heaven. Anyway, I think the secret isn't giving them lots of business but creating an account and then giving them none. Last edited by wandalynn; 02-25-2011 at 10:57 AM.

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01-24-2011, 05:44 PM	#2
demingite Connoisseur Posts: 70 Karma: 400000 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: New Mexico Device: Aluratek Libre Pro (gifted), Ectaco Jetbook Lite	Are there any functions missing as compared to the JBL? Can you go directly to a page and search for words? Does it keep a list of your most recent books? Does it work with DRM ePub books (were any of your ePub books DRM)? (so many questions, I know)

01-24-2011, 06:34 PM	#4
csandste Junior Member Posts: 7 Karma: 100 Join Date: Dec 2010 Device: Kobo	No drm epub would be a breaker for me. If it had that and sold for about $50-60, I'd probably buy one as I like my Libre much better than my Kobo. Think the overall package, especially the multiple colors is pretty appealing.

01-25-2011, 09:19 PM	#7
demingite Connoisseur Posts: 70 Karma: 400000 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: New Mexico Device: Aluratek Libre Pro (gifted), Ectaco Jetbook Lite	Thanks you guys for the in depth replies. I will definitely keep it in mind if I need another ereader.

02-23-2011, 01:08 PM	#10
Ken Maltby Wizard Posts: 4,466 Karma: 6900052 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: The Heart of Texas Device: Boox Note2, AuraHD, PDA,	The following quote from an earlier thread might explain why "Itucci1924" doesn't "miss" anything from the JBL, it will also give you some perspective with regard to his experience with the JBL: "well I got it yesterday. It froze up in about 20 min. and there was nothing I could do to unfreeze it. I called newegg and they said to send it back for a replacement or refund. I opt for the refund." Luck; Ken

02-24-2011, 06:13 PM	#12
GA Russell Argos win Grey Cup! Posts: 7,674 Karma: 31487351 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Raleigh, NC Device: Paperwhite, Kindles 10 & 4 and jetBook Lite	Congrats Wanda Lynn! I'd buy a JBL in a heartbeat with a $25 coupon!

02-24-2011, 10:19 PM	#13
cromag Surfin the alpha waves ~~ Posts: 25,991 Karma: 459735575 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: New Jersey Device: Jetbook Lite & Mini, Nook STR, Kobo, Hanvon N516, Kindle 2, Androids	Coupon?! I'm crushed! In fact, I just got an order from Newegg today ... but no coupon.

02-25-2011, 07:58 AM	#14
GhostHawk Data Privateer! Posts: 586 Karma: 62887 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fargo ND Device: Ectaco Jetbook& Jetbook Lite	Just ordered 100$ in accessorys for a computer I'm building for a friend from newegg, but no coupon! Nice system, but we tricked it out a bit more, added web cam, usb flobby drive, blue LED lighted keyboard, and replacing one DVD drive that had something wrong with it. Maybe they do read these boards. You'd think that after buying 5 Jetbooks they'll send me one.

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