Both paper and pre-loaded instructions could be clearer. The initial price is high but a protective cover costs extra. The memory can be increased substantially using a memory card.ĭrawbacks: The controls are not always obvious to use without the instructions, particularly the touch screen controls. The page turn control runs the length of the reader so is easy to find and use. It is easy to find the book library using the dedicated Book control. Its larger dimensions make it less portable, but it is still slim-line and the screen shows more text. It differs from the others by enabling you to use the stylus to annotate the screen and touch on other functions. Good points: Ideal for professionals such as lawyers who could use it to reduce their book-load. Supports: PDF, XHTML, TXT, JPEG, PNG and BMG and MOBI. 128Mb memory holds up to 128 eBooks plus memory card slot. You can find pages by pressing a numbered key or using the bookmark facility.Ĩ.1in display. Zoom option has its own key so is easy to find quickly. Controls are instinctive so instructions are not necessary so you don't need to use the CD format instructions supplied. The text appears instantly and page turning is slightly quicker than on the others tested. The menu is clear and easy to navigate, using either the arrow or numbered keys. Very simple to operate with page turning controls on both sides to suit left and right handers. Good points: The slimmest and lightest e-reader tested. Cover provided, waterproof cover optionalPC and Mac compatible.
256Mb memory holds up to 160 eBooks plus memory card option. As font size is increased, the spaces between the words increase which is annoying.Ħin display. Page turning is slower than on the Sony and it takes a short while to show the main screen after switching on. Really useful pre- loaded instruction manual.ĭrawbacks: The side controls for other functions are too small to press easily, particularly with the cover in place. A protective cover is supplied which stays securely shut with a magnet. One main control on the front turns the pages and controls other options such as changing font size and page aspect making it easy to use. Good points: Slim-line and nearly as small as the Sony, this reader has few controls making it really simple to operate. Can also store music files from an MP3.PC and Mac compatible. Supports: TXT, PDF, HTML, JPEG, PDB, PRC. 46 preloaded books (14 of these are in French). 512Mb memory holds up to 405 eBooks plus memory card slot.
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