Coolest gadget/thing for the Sony Reader

ProDigit · 11-14-2008, 05:15 PM

1- What do you think is the coolest gadget for the reader?
2- What is the best or coolest piece of software/add on for the reader you find?

So far my contribution to this thread would be Sudoku.
http://www.msh-tools.com/ebook/sudoku.html
Someone on this forum told me about it, and I just love doing something else than reading books on my reader!

As far as gadgets, I don't know if there are many... Probably the light or the leather deluxe pocket is the best!

pwalker8 · 11-15-2008, 06:54 AM

I don't know about the cool factor, but the most useful accessory that I bought for the Reader is the pouch, the padded cover/protector that I keep my reader in. It's great, I can carry my reader everywhere without worrying about damaging it.

Coolness factor would have to go to the solar cell that I have to recharge the reader when I'm camping. It also works for a number of other devices.

The device that I'm still looking for is a good reading light. I've bought quite a few, but so far none really works well with the reader.

ProDigit · 11-15-2008, 08:09 AM

any links to the solar panel?
I know I have a solar panel for my GameBoy SP, and it also works like a charm!
Maybe I can power the reader with it, who knows...

JSWolf · 11-15-2008, 08:15 AM

Thanks for the info ProDigit.

See the thread on this game here. https://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20357

MickeyC · 11-15-2008, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pwalker8

I don't know about the cool factor, but the most useful accessory that I bought for the Reader is the pouch, the padded cover/protector that I keep my reader in. It's great, I can carry my reader everywhere without worrying about damaging it.

Coolness factor would have to go to the solar cell that I have to recharge the reader when I'm camping. It also works for a number of other devices.

The device that I'm still looking for is a good reading light. I've bought quite a few, but so far none really works well with the reader.

Any links to the pouch?

Coolest gadget I've bought for my 505 is the iGo AA Batter recharger.

pwalker8 · 11-15-2008, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ProDigit

any links to the solar panel?
I know I have a solar panel for my GameBoy SP, and it also works like a charm!
Maybe I can power the reader with it, who knows...

It's the Solio H1000 ( http://www.solio.com ) It's pretty nice. It does what it's designed to do quite well. It comes with a variety of adapters for various devices. I use the USB adapter. Does the GameBoy use the same power connector as the reader?

pwalker8 · 11-15-2008, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cassidym

Any links to the pouch?

Coolest gadget I've bought for my 505 is the iGo AA Batter recharger.

The Pouch

I like mine a lot.

mgrunk · 11-15-2008, 08:46 PM

The light wedge - I had 3 other little lamps - burned through the esoteric little batteries too quickly - and - the lighting was uneven. The integrated wedge and cover isn't perfect - a bit uneven lighting, but very usable IMO - and - I can use rechargeable AA batteries, so in the middle of the night, I can just swap them out. And, FWIW, the batteries lost a long time before I have to swap them unlike the 2035's I used in one of the prior lights.

ProDigit · 11-15-2008, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pwalker8

It's the Solio H1000 ( http://www.solio.com ) It's pretty nice. It does what it's designed to do quite well. It comes with a variety of adapters for various devices. I use the USB adapter. Does the GameBoy use the same power connector as the reader?

I'll have to get back to you on that.. I know the GameBoy itself connects via a specified gameboy plug, but the solar panel has a small dc plug that resembles the reader's plug.

The reader's AC adaptor is rated 5,2V, and I'm not sure, but think that the gameboy's solarpanel outputs 3,7V (depending on the light it absorbs).
But I can't say for sure,since it's somewhere buried in my attic on the previous move.
If I'll find it back I'll let you know!

ProDigit · 11-16-2008, 06:33 AM

here's something from the main page:
http://readerplates.com/

what it is, I don't know.
what I can do with it, I don't know.
But it sure looks cool!

*Edit: At first it seemed like a GPS, but after mysmall investigation it seemed just to be a collection of maps for purchase.*

BobVA · 11-16-2008, 04:51 PM

I've gotten a lot of use of the DIY polycarbonate case for the Reader:

https://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11420

MickeyC · 11-16-2008, 05:10 PM

And I have the MEdge Leisure cover that I'm very pleased with. It zips shut with a clear plastic front and a padded back. Very handy for use at the gym, beach or on a boat.

Xenophon · 11-17-2008, 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BobVA

I've gotten a lot of use of the DIY polycarbonate case for the Reader:

https://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11420

Me too. And also "me three," since my wife uses the case for her reader, too.

Xenophon

aliencane · 11-17-2008, 05:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xenophon

Me too. And also "me three," since my wife uses the case for her reader, too.

Xenophon

Me four. I use it when traveling.

Patricia · 11-17-2008, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ProDigit

2- What is the best or coolest piece of software/add on for the reader you find?

I'm astonished that no one has mentioned Calibre, so far.

11-14-2008, 05:15 PM	#1
ProDigit Karmaniac Posts: 2,553 Karma: 11499146 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Miami FL Device: PRS-505, Jetbook, + Mini, +Color, Astak Ez Reader Pro, PPW1, Aura H2O	Coolest gadget/thing for the Sony Reader 1- What do you think is the coolest gadget for the reader? 2- What is the best or coolest piece of software/add on for the reader you find? So far my contribution to this thread would be Sudoku. http://www.msh-tools.com/ebook/sudoku.html Someone on this forum told me about it, and I just love doing something else than reading books on my reader! As far as gadgets, I don't know if there are many... Probably the light or the leather deluxe pocket is the best!

11-16-2008, 06:33 AM	#10
ProDigit Karmaniac Posts: 2,553 Karma: 11499146 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Miami FL Device: PRS-505, Jetbook, + Mini, +Color, Astak Ez Reader Pro, PPW1, Aura H2O	here's something from the main page: http://readerplates.com/ what it is, I don't know. what I can do with it, I don't know. But it sure looks cool! Edit: At first it seemed like a GPS, but after mysmall investigation it seemed just to be a collection of maps for purchase. Last edited by ProDigit; 11-16-2008 at 07:22 AM.

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11-15-2008, 06:54 AM	#2
pwalker8 Grand Sorcerer Posts: 7,196 Karma: 70314280 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Device: iPad Pro, iPad mini, Kobo Aura, Amazon paperwhite, Sony PRS-T2	I don't know about the cool factor, but the most useful accessory that I bought for the Reader is the pouch, the padded cover/protector that I keep my reader in. It's great, I can carry my reader everywhere without worrying about damaging it. Coolness factor would have to go to the solar cell that I have to recharge the reader when I'm camping. It also works for a number of other devices. The device that I'm still looking for is a good reading light. I've bought quite a few, but so far none really works well with the reader.

11-15-2008, 08:09 AM	#3
ProDigit Karmaniac Posts: 2,553 Karma: 11499146 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Miami FL Device: PRS-505, Jetbook, + Mini, +Color, Astak Ez Reader Pro, PPW1, Aura H2O	any links to the solar panel? I know I have a solar panel for my GameBoy SP, and it also works like a charm! Maybe I can power the reader with it, who knows...

11-15-2008, 08:15 AM	#4
JSWolf Resident Curmudgeon Posts: 79,057 Karma: 144284144 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Roslindale, Massachusetts Device: Kobo Libra 2, Kobo Aura H2O, PRS-650, PRS-T1, nook STR, PW3	Thanks for the info ProDigit. See the thread on this game here. https://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20357

11-15-2008, 08:46 PM	#8
mgrunk Zealot Posts: 130 Karma: 96 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: metro Atlanta, GA Device: Sony Reader PRS-505	The light wedge - I had 3 other little lamps - burned through the esoteric little batteries too quickly - and - the lighting was uneven. The integrated wedge and cover isn't perfect - a bit uneven lighting, but very usable IMO - and - I can use rechargeable AA batteries, so in the middle of the night, I can just swap them out. And, FWIW, the batteries lost a long time before I have to swap them unlike the 2035's I used in one of the prior lights.

11-16-2008, 04:51 PM	#11
BobVA Addict Posts: 230 Karma: 1500 Join Date: Oct 2006 Device: Kobo Clara, Sony PRS950, T1, T2, T3	I've gotten a lot of use of the DIY polycarbonate case for the Reader: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11420

11-16-2008, 05:10 PM	#12
MickeyC Grand Sorcerer Posts: 16,731 Karma: 12185114 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Florida Device: iPhone 6 plus, Sony T1, iPad 3	And I have the MEdge Leisure cover that I'm very pleased with. It zips shut with a clear plastic front and a padded back. Very handy for use at the gym, beach or on a boat.

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