Although the cost of buying an ebook reader has fallen over the last twelve months it is still worth time to study the market before buying one. These days there are even alternatives to the ebook reader such as smart phones or I Pads. However, if you are a serious bookworm the ebook reader is the nearest thing to a real book. It replicates real paper look by the use of e-ink which makes it similar to reading the printed page rather than a computer screen.
Which ebook Reader?
A dedicated ebook reader just serves that one main purpose unlike smart phiones and iPads and this makes them easy to use. eBook readers have simple forward and backward page turning controls and is around the size of a standard paperback. Most do have a few extra features such as dictionary definitions, note taking and the ability to buy and download ebooks directly to the device.
Although the black and white e-ink is used by the majority of ebook readers it is possible to get versions that come with coloured screens. If colour is important to you then just be aware that it will use more battery power and is not always as easy to read in sun light as the e-ink readers.
Most ebook readers are reliant on one source for their ebooks, for instance if you buy a Kindle you will have to get your ebooks from Amazon and if you have the Nook you will have to go to Barnes and Noble. There is little variation in the size of the various ebook reader screens; they are mainly around 6 inches in size. If you need a larger screen then there is the option of buying an I Pad with its 10 inch screen although this will be much more expensive.
Although a lot has been said about the storage space on ebook readers they can all store at least 1500 books which should be enough for most people. Although the external size of readers may vary, for instance some will fit into your pocket, most are more traditionally the size of a paperback and easy to carry around.
The more features you require from an ebook reader the higher the price will be. Currently it is possible to buy readers from around $60 and the basic Kindle is priced at $89. You can pay up to about $180 for the more sophisticated ebook readers but in what is becoming a very competitive market you can expect further price reductions plus additional features in the coming year.
Last Christmas Amazon sold over 4 million Kindle ebook readers and as a result it is becoming a common site to see people on trains, aircraft and in fact just about everywhere using their readers. If you want to get a reading devise the ebook reader is not the only option. The Tablet computers such as the iPad also offer an ebook reader capability as part of their multimedia package. So is is better to buy a dedicated reader or go for the multi featured tablet? Here’s a brief rundown of the pros and cons of choosing either device.
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Features Available
The first thing you’ll notice is that eBook reading devices like the Kindle or Nook don’t have many features. The focus really is on reading, and the only extras you might find are music players or very, very basic web browsers.
Tablets, on the other hand, can do so much more. Because they use an operating system much like a computer does, you can download a whole range of applications. The exact apps you can download varies from device to device, but they usually include games, email programs, browsers, word processors and more.
Price
There is a benefit to the lack of extra features on an eBook reader, and that is the fact that they cost far less than tablet computers. The best eBook reader, for some, could simply mean the cheapest, in which case a standalone device is definitely a better idea than a tablet computer.
Reading Experience
Another benefit of standalone eBook reading devices is that they generally deliver a better reading experience. Although color LCD screens exist, most eReaders make use of a technology known as e-Ink. This looks like real paper, is easy to read in sunlight and won’t strain the eyes. Tablets, on the other hands, light up like computer screens, and many people find this less comfortable to read for a length of time.
Images And Multimedia
If you do opt for an e-Ink screen, note that you’ll be limited to black and white images only. However, if you choose a color eBook reader or a tablet, you’ll be able to view photos and images within books and magazines, and may also be able to access other multimedia. The more advanced you get, the more likely it is that you’ll need a tablet computer.
So Which Do You Choose?
The truth is that the best eBook reader for you will not be the best eBook reader for everyone. We all have different preferences. Some would rather pay more money for a device that can do everything, whereas others embrace the simplicity of an eBook reader. Make sure you think carefully about what you want to get out of the gadget before making your final decision.
The Amazon Kindle is a handlheld electronic reading device for reading ebooks, blogs, magzines and newspapers that you download directly to your Kindle Ebook Reader.
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I'm writing a "how-to" eBook and would like to refer readers to a few products and stores. Is this okay? As long as…. what? Wouldn't merchants be appreciative?
You can absolutely put links to existing products and stores in your e-book. No problem, no conditions.
People get into trouble in ways that I don't think you're considering: saying negative and untrue things about a product; faking a link/website about the product; hacking into a website and altering its content, etc.
Putting a link as is in your book – especially if you're going to say nice things about the products/stores – isn't any different than giving someone street directions to your favorite store in town.
Have fun and good luck!
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I represent a suspense writer who would like to give away a complete EBook PDF to interested readers for FREE. Where can I post information on how to get a copy? If I can upload the file to a site, I will do that. If I need to post an e-mail address where people can request a copy, I can do that as well.
Looks like it's going up in some of the suggested places. I found it on Scribd.com:
I also found a site that says you can send a blank e-mail to Mail@GriffynInk.com with "Resonance EBook" as the title and they'll e-mail you copy.
You can also post it at free-ebooks.com!
I am looking for an ebook reader for under £50, can anyone suggest any options?
(I want to be able to transfer ebooks from my pc to it as well)
I don't care if its an mp4 as well, or is a pda, or just an ebook reader by the way.
Check out the Kindle at amazon.com. Technically leaps ahead of the competition. Won't make your "under" amt, though.
Why not the Kindle? I’ve tried Sony also, but I really like the Kindle more. It might be a little bit more expensive, but definitely worth the money you are paying…
Can some provide a comparison of the different portable ebook readers, and recommendations on which is the best choice?
http://blog.wired.com/gadgets/2007/11/e-book-readers.html
http://wiki.mobileread.com/wiki/E-book_Reader_Matrix
My pick would be the iRex… but I suppose it depends on what you are looking for.
I was thinking of buying a pda phone. My main purpose is for me to have my medical ebooks on my pda phone. I'm torn between a palm treo 680/750 and an apple iphone. I would just like to ask if apple iphone can read medical ebooks or has an application to support ebook reader for my medical books. Thanks.
I don't think the iphone can read medical ebooks. Stick with the Palm.
please link me to relevant sites or products. which formats (pdf, jpg) can it read and how to I put it on the ds?
thanks so much
avid fan
R4ds Home brew cart allows the reading of E books
as regards Arabic haven't the foggiest
the R4DS is easy to use the books just drag and drop into a folder then follow these instructions.
7) Read the eBook
Select the eBook in the game menu, and open it by pressing 'A' key or touching the icon.
It will ask whether to create a bookmark if it is the first running. Pressing 'A' key or touching the 'Confirm' button will create and then open the bookmark; Pressing 'B' key or touching the 'Cancel' button will not run the process; Pressing 'X' key or touching the 'Ignore' will open the eBook without creating the bookmark (The bookmark's function is invalid).
Press 'START' key to exit the eBook mode and back to the main menu.
Click “SELECT” key to switch the character layout horizontally on dual screens, vertically on dual screens or on one screen (mostly used in Asian layout); Backlight turns off under one screen mode in order to save power.
Press the 'Up/Down' key can process the Row Up/ Row Down; Press the 'Left/Right' key can process the Page Up/Page Down.
Press 'A' key can open/close the intelligent-paragraph division function.
Press 'B' key to change the font (large, Medium, Small in rotation)
Press 'X' key to change the font color (27 color in rotation).
Press 'Y' key to change the row spacing (From 1-8 point space in rotation).
eBook support the DIY background:
Create 2 BMP files (256X192 pixels, 8 bit or 24 bit colors), name them to be "bckgrd_1.bmp” and "bckgrd_2.bmp”, and then save to the "_system_/eBook” directory of the TF card.
If the bookmark has been created, the features below will work:
Whenever you press the 'START' key to exit, it can memorize the location where you have read automatically, and it will go to the location directly next time while you open the eBook.
Press 'L' key to save the bookmark (3 positions available), press 'R' key to keep the previous bookmark (No any change).
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