Where are the eBook-Readers? Where can I buy them?
I recently got myself into the mode of wanting to buy an e-book reader. I found that there was a lot of choice, but not anything compelling. So I asked a friend of mine who doesn't own one but has done enough research to tell me what I could shop for.
Here's what he shared with me.
A comprehensive Comparison Chart that named some models I hadn't even heard of.
- The BeBook Reader
- The Sony Reader
- The Amazon Kindle
- The Hanlin Reader
- The Netronix CyBook
This link leads you to a Feature and Price comparison chart that I found informative. The real price finally lands between $200 and $300. The $100 - $400 margin includes a larger classification of devices.
I had heard a lot of buzz about the Amazon Kindle and the Sony Reader, but not the rest of them.
If you are interested in where the technology is heading, there's a company named Plastic Logic which seems to have a High-tech solution. They aren't retailing right now, and by my guess this isn't going to be anytime soon. You can take a look at their reader here. (Warning Hi-Resolution Picture.)
Panasonic started out with an e-Book reading gadget in 2004 (The SigmaBook), moved on to a color version and recently got a spot on enGadget for a mini e-Book reading gadget.
With e-Ink technology getting more aggressive, here are a few things that catch the eye with promotions from e-Ink. If you're a Gadget developer and you're interested in building your own e-Book, here's where you can find kits from them.
From 2004 till date, the industry has been churning out e-Book readers. So, has the charm dimmed out? It seems nothing would stop more people from trying. Check out Astak's Mentor e-Book.
This one made its debut in the recent Las Vegas CES 2009 show.
So if you're really interested in buying one, I suggest you read this MobileRead Wiki for a matrix of a comprehensive comparison and costs.
The prohibitive thing in keeping e-Book readers away has been the business model which would take longer to come through. And yes, you can search for the iBook, I can promise you, there's one on its way.
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Here is plasticlogic ebook reader ..delayed till 2010 and price unknown.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/01/25/plastic-logic-e-reader-not-coming-until-early-2010/
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The one thing that I cannot stress enough is the convenience of this device. Who wants to carry around a hard cover or even paperback novel everywhere?
Whether I'm waiting for a friend to join me for dinner, on my lunch hour at work or at the doctor's office, my Kindle 2 is at my side to provide my favorite books at a finger's touch.
You completely forget you're holding an electronic device. The page display is so real its AMAZING. I ordered a great case for it which makes holding the Kindle 2 even more realistic - it feels like I'm holding a book... of course, a much lighter book! I highly recommend a good case. It's a bit odd to hold "bare".
Also, invest in a good light. I have the Mighty Bright Light and it's perfect. Clips onto the case and provides a high and low light option.
The device itself is remarkable. Add the right accessories and it's even better.
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