Kindle publicity that's good for Sony, too

[jasonkchapman]

This comes from the Rising-Tide-Raises-All-Boats department.

A side-by-side review in USA Today titled "E-book Readersby Sony, Amazon have their charms" actually does a nice job of pointing out the pluses and minuses of both units. In general, it puts the whole e-book industry in front of a bunch more eyeballs.

[Jorgen]

Very true. And the price and the look of the Kindle makes the Sony so much more attractive.

[Steven Lyle Jordan]

The best thing he said about either:

It sounds like pulp fiction. But once you get used to reading James Patterson, Michael Lewis and other authors on a light paperback-size electronic reader, it's less odd than you think. You eventually forget how you're reading, and get engrossed in the writer's creation.

[jasonkchapman]

Originally Posted by Steve Jordan

The best thing he said about either:

I agree. I think that's why I'm likely to stick with my Sony rather than move to the Kindle. The Sony, once I'm reading, just disappears.

One of the reasons that I still write all of my first drafts by hand is that the tool shouldn't distract from the task. Since I'm in IT, a computer can't disappear for me, and the first draft is when I want the fewest distractions. Once I'm done, I key it in, but I still print it to do proofs, edits, and revisions.

[Red Alert]

One thing that happened immediately for Sony Readers' was the immediate drop in prices on many books on their site upon the announcement of the Kindle and it's prices.

I hope this is a general price reduction and not just a Seasonal Holiday "Sale."

Red

[Steven Lyle Jordan]

Originally Posted by jasonkchapman

One of the reasons that I still write all of my first drafts by hand is that the tool shouldn't distract from the task. Since I'm in IT, a computer can't disappear for me, and the first draft is when I want the fewest distractions. Once I'm done, I key it in, but I still print it to do proofs, edits, and revisions.

Exactly the opposite for me: It's much easier to type than write, not to mention easier for editing. I just start on a keyboard and finish it that way.

[Detour]

Originally Posted by Red Alert

One thing that happened immediately for Sony Readers' was the immediate drop in prices on many books on their site upon the announcement of the Kindle and it's prices.

I hope this is a general price reduction and not just a Seasonal Holiday "Sale."

Red

I don't think it's going to be just seasonal. Prices on ebooks dropped everywhere, not just at the Sony store. With the new lower prices everywhere I don't think anyone will want to be the one to raise prices again, unless there's a very good reason to expect their customers will be loyal in spite of higher prices. I suppose DRM might do that.

[Nomadin]

Originally Posted by Jorgen

Very true. And the price and the look of the Kindle makes the Sony so much more attractive.

I was one of the Kindle pre-orders, but I got cold feet when I noted that the Sony was about $150 cheaper! I changed my order and so far I am happy with the PRS-505. I think that the online ordering on the Kindle would be nice, but the temptation might be too great.

This is my first eBook reader since my Palm Pilot days (not a fantastic reader) so I am really enjoying it.

[NatCh]

Welcome to MobileRead, Nomadin! I'm glad you found a device that fits your needs and that you're happy with.