New device for studying/recording/take notes..

steff994 · 02-11-2016, 03:05 PM

Hi! Nice to be here! I'm Stefan and as i said upward, im looking for a new e-reader which allows me not only to read but also record, highlite and take notes... i'm thinking about a device like the onyx m96 or a tablet, but i would prefer an e-ink device because of my eyes... any good suggestion???

susan_cassidy · 02-11-2016, 04:29 PM

What do you mean by recording? If you mean audio, you probably need a tablet.

ApK · 02-11-2016, 07:16 PM

Or a smartpen and paper. I use a Livescribe Echo.

Jmirko · 02-12-2016, 08:20 AM

Hi Stefan, welcome!
Other than the Onyx Boox M96, there are 3 devices I know which would meet your requirements:

1. Hanvon WiseReader E920: 9.7-inch screen, dual touch, closed operating system, available from AliExpress.

2. Hanvon WiseReader E930: same as above, but also has a frontlight.

3. Onyx Boox N96: see http://www.onyx-international.com.cn...ucts/n96-n96ml. Not yet released, but probably worth waiting for, as it has open Android which lets you install your favorite apps. I expect they will start selling it in a few weeks, priced around EUR 350-400.

I am using the M96 (predecessor of the N96). No sound recording, but otherwise a great tool for taking handwritten notes!

Byjuak · 02-13-2016, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jmirko

3. Onyx Boox N96: see http://www.onyx-international.com.cn...ucts/n96-n96ml. Not yet released, but probably worth waiting for, as it has open Android which lets you install your favorite apps. I expect they will start selling it in a few weeks, priced around EUR 350-400.

I am using the M96 (predecessor of the N96). No sound recording, but otherwise a great tool for taking handwritten notes!

Wow, that looks quite good. I had no idea there were decent e-readers with e-ink and Android support. I take it these are better than your average e-readers when it comes to larger PDFs or comics? I tried to read a 20MB+ PDF on my Kindle PW2 and I think 2 comics, after a couple of seconds it rebooted. Only downside I see is the relatively large size.

steff994 · 02-15-2016, 10:27 AM

[QUOTE=Jmirko;3259749]Hi Stefan, welcome!
There are 3 devices I know which would meet your requirements:

1. Hanvon WiseReader E920: 9.7-inch screen, dual touch, closed operating system, available from AliExpress.

2. Hanvon WiseReader E930: same as above, but also has a frontlight.

3. Onyx Boox N96: see http://www.onyx-international.com.cn...ucts/n96-n96ml. Not yet released, but probably worth waiting for, as it has open Android which lets you install your favorite apps. I expect they will start selling it in a few weeks, priced around EUR 350-400.

whats the best between those three?? thanks you all guys!!

Jmirko · 02-16-2016, 09:28 AM

In my opinion, the Onyx Boox M96/M96C/N96 are better than the Hanvons, for the simple reason that they run Android and include the Google Play Store. This means you can install nearly any Android app that you need.
For example, I am not happy with the built-in handwriting app of the M96 (Onyx Scribbler). So I searched the Market and tried several dozen apps, finally chose Lecture Notes which is perfect for my needs. Likewise, you can choose between many reading apps, RSS readers, chess apps, email apps, etc. You can even connect your reader with a bluetooth keyboard and use it as a monitor.
With Hanvon, what you see is what you get - it's not possible to install additional apps on the device.
Until recently, Hanvon had the hardware advantage: Onyx didn't offer a model with front light, dual touch (hand+stylus), or sound recording. Now with the N96, those functions will be available, although not in a single device - in this respect, the Hanvon E930 is still the leader. However, if you don't desperately need all those functions, the open operating system and app availabilty are more important advantages.

The other reason is support: Onyx is available and supported outside of China, Hanvon is not (with the possible exception of Russia).

Sweetpea · 02-17-2016, 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jmirko

3. Onyx Boox N96: see http://www.onyx-international.com.cn...ucts/n96-n96ml. Not yet released, but probably worth waiting for, as it has open Android which lets you install your favorite apps. I expect they will start selling it in a few weeks, priced around EUR 350-400.

That one looks nice, however still Android 4.0... Oh, and the processor is not really fast.

Jmirko · 02-19-2016, 01:28 AM

I wouldn't worry about that. Most Android apps are compatible with Android 4.0, especially those you are likely to want to run on it. The processor also seems o.k. for reading, handwriting, and email. You won't be doing video editing on it, that's for sure.

steff994 · 04-28-2016, 07:01 PM

hi everyone! so it has been a while since the last time.. i've just broke my e reader, so, now i'm at the crossroad... is the new model of onyxbook out?? i have not found anything about.. i'm thinking about buying the onyx book m96..
thanks stefan!

Jmirko · 04-29-2016, 06:32 AM

If you mean the N96: yes it is available. Currently out of stock at ereader-store.de, but available on ebay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Onyx-BOOX-N9...-/281957799590
If you are in Europe, you must pay import duties on top of this price.

The M96 seems to be discontinued, but you can still snap up the last units, such as: http://www.amazon.de/Onyx-BOOX-M96-e...=onyx+boox+n96

The main difference is sound recording - you decide if it's worth an additional 100 EUR to you.

Dr. Drib · 04-30-2016, 07:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jmirko

If you mean the N96: yes it is available. Currently out of stock at ereader-store.de, but available on ebay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Onyx-BOOX-N9...-/281957799590
If you are in Europe, you must pay import duties on top of this price.

The M96 seems to be discontinued, but you can still snap up the last units, such as: http://www.amazon.de/Onyx-BOOX-M96-e...=onyx+boox+n96

The main difference is sound recording - you decide if it's worth an additional 100 EUR to you.

Interesting. So the M96 has now bit the dust?

Do you know how long this model was around?

Jmirko · 05-10-2016, 01:52 AM

I don't know exactly, my feeling is around 2 years.

steff994 · 05-23-2016, 11:03 AM

hi guys, ive been searching online one of those product from an european shop but i couldnt find anything.. any suggestion?? thanks stefan

HarryT · 05-23-2016, 01:28 PM

There a link to an Onyx dealer in Germany a few posts up.

02-11-2016, 03:05 PM	#1
steff994 Junior Member Posts: 6 Karma: 10 Join Date: Feb 2016 Device: kobo aura	New device for studying/recording/take notes.. Hi! Nice to be here! I'm Stefan and as i said upward, im looking for a new e-reader which allows me not only to read but also record, highlite and take notes... i'm thinking about a device like the onyx m96 or a tablet, but i would prefer an e-ink device because of my eyes... any good suggestion???

02-12-2016, 08:20 AM	#4
Jmirko Recovered collector Posts: 398 Karma: 1555507 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Vienna, Austria Device: see signature	Hi Stefan, welcome! Other than the Onyx Boox M96, there are 3 devices I know which would meet your requirements: 1. Hanvon WiseReader E920: 9.7-inch screen, dual touch, closed operating system, available from AliExpress. 2. Hanvon WiseReader E930: same as above, but also has a frontlight. 3. Onyx Boox N96: see http://www.onyx-international.com.cn...ucts/n96-n96ml. Not yet released, but probably worth waiting for, as it has open Android which lets you install your favorite apps. I expect they will start selling it in a few weeks, priced around EUR 350-400. I am using the M96 (predecessor of the N96). No sound recording, but otherwise a great tool for taking handwritten notes! Last edited by Jmirko; 02-16-2016 at 09:30 AM.

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02-11-2016, 04:29 PM	#2
susan_cassidy Wizard Posts: 2,251 Karma: 3720310 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Device: Kindle, iPad (not used much for reading)	What do you mean by recording? If you mean audio, you probably need a tablet.

02-11-2016, 07:16 PM	#3
ApK Award-Winning Participant Posts: 7,389 Karma: 68329346 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NJ, USA Device: Kindle	Or a smartpen and paper. I use a Livescribe Echo.

02-15-2016, 10:27 AM	#6
steff994 Junior Member Posts: 6 Karma: 10 Join Date: Feb 2016 Device: kobo aura	[QUOTE=Jmirko;3259749]Hi Stefan, welcome! There are 3 devices I know which would meet your requirements: 1. Hanvon WiseReader E920: 9.7-inch screen, dual touch, closed operating system, available from AliExpress. 2. Hanvon WiseReader E930: same as above, but also has a frontlight. 3. Onyx Boox N96: see http://www.onyx-international.com.cn...ucts/n96-n96ml. Not yet released, but probably worth waiting for, as it has open Android which lets you install your favorite apps. I expect they will start selling it in a few weeks, priced around EUR 350-400. whats the best between those three?? thanks you all guys!!

02-16-2016, 09:28 AM	#7
Jmirko Recovered collector Posts: 398 Karma: 1555507 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Vienna, Austria Device: see signature	In my opinion, the Onyx Boox M96/M96C/N96 are better than the Hanvons, for the simple reason that they run Android and include the Google Play Store. This means you can install nearly any Android app that you need. For example, I am not happy with the built-in handwriting app of the M96 (Onyx Scribbler). So I searched the Market and tried several dozen apps, finally chose Lecture Notes which is perfect for my needs. Likewise, you can choose between many reading apps, RSS readers, chess apps, email apps, etc. You can even connect your reader with a bluetooth keyboard and use it as a monitor. With Hanvon, what you see is what you get - it's not possible to install additional apps on the device. Until recently, Hanvon had the hardware advantage: Onyx didn't offer a model with front light, dual touch (hand+stylus), or sound recording. Now with the N96, those functions will be available, although not in a single device - in this respect, the Hanvon E930 is still the leader. However, if you don't desperately need all those functions, the open operating system and app availabilty are more important advantages. The other reason is support: Onyx is available and supported outside of China, Hanvon is not (with the possible exception of Russia).

02-19-2016, 01:28 AM	#9
Jmirko Recovered collector Posts: 398 Karma: 1555507 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Vienna, Austria Device: see signature	I wouldn't worry about that. Most Android apps are compatible with Android 4.0, especially those you are likely to want to run on it. The processor also seems o.k. for reading, handwriting, and email. You won't be doing video editing on it, that's for sure.

04-28-2016, 07:01 PM	#10
steff994 Junior Member Posts: 6 Karma: 10 Join Date: Feb 2016 Device: kobo aura	hi everyone! so it has been a while since the last time.. i've just broke my e reader, so, now i'm at the crossroad... is the new model of onyxbook out?? i have not found anything about.. i'm thinking about buying the onyx book m96.. thanks stefan!

04-29-2016, 06:32 AM	#11
Jmirko Recovered collector Posts: 398 Karma: 1555507 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Vienna, Austria Device: see signature	If you mean the N96: yes it is available. Currently out of stock at ereader-store.de, but available on ebay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Onyx-BOOX-N9...-/281957799590 If you are in Europe, you must pay import duties on top of this price. The M96 seems to be discontinued, but you can still snap up the last units, such as: http://www.amazon.de/Onyx-BOOX-M96-e...=onyx+boox+n96 The main difference is sound recording - you decide if it's worth an additional 100 EUR to you.

05-10-2016, 01:52 AM	#13
Jmirko Recovered collector Posts: 398 Karma: 1555507 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Vienna, Austria Device: see signature	I don't know exactly, my feeling is around 2 years.

05-23-2016, 11:03 AM	#14
steff994 Junior Member Posts: 6 Karma: 10 Join Date: Feb 2016 Device: kobo aura	hi guys, ive been searching online one of those product from an european shop but i couldnt find anything.. any suggestion?? thanks stefan

05-23-2016, 01:28 PM	#15
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,544 Karma: 93383099 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	There a link to an Onyx dealer in Germany a few posts up.

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