The new Sony Reader. Introduced at the 2006 CES in Las Vegas, it's a revolutionary e-book reader for bibliophiles like myself.
Part of the allure of the Sony Reader is its portability. It's lightweight (9 ounces) and fairly compact (6.9 by 4.9 by 5.8 inches), so traveling with the device, whether you're going on a long trip or just commuting to the office, will be a breeze. Plus, the Reader holds up to 80 average-size books at a time, and if you're an avid reader, there's optional Memory Stick storage media or SD card slot (yes, SD) for more. You're not just limited to books either. The Reader can access blogs and RSS newsfeeds when docked to a PC, and you can also view JPEGs, personal documents, and PDFs. As a bonus, you can also listen to MP3s on the device. Sony says the Reader's battery will last 7,500 page turns on a single charge.
The only drawback is the pricetag. $349 seems a little steep. At half the price, I wouldn't even have to think about it.
1 comment:
Speaking of books, did CP give you one of my books? I need that back some time.
Ed
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