Isn't the new Sony one a better product - plus it uses a format which is an "industry standard" rather than the restricted Kindle format. So there's a lot more sites to download from.
You are not tied to Amazon.
I've been thinking about getting one myself.
See it here: http://reviews.cnet.com/e-book-readers/sony-reader-digital-book/4505-350...
The PRS-700 is sleeker than the Kindle; faster processor speeds up the device; new touch-screen interface offers better ergonomics and is easier to use; with the addition of an optional memory card (SD or Memory Stick Pro), it's capable of storing thousands of electronic books; font size is adjustable; decent battery life; displays Word and PDF files (and zooms them), shows most image files, and plays MP3 and AAC audio; built-in LED lighting isn't great but allows you to read in the dark
At some point Amazon will have to offer the e-book format.
The kindle is good - but being tied to Amazon books only is a concern
Isn't the new Sony one a better product - plus it uses a format which is an "industry standard" rather than the restricted Kindle format. So there's a lot more sites to download from.
You are not tied to Amazon.
I've been thinking about getting one myself.
See it here:
http://reviews.cnet.com/e-book-readers/sony-reader-digital-book/4505-350...
The PRS-700 is sleeker than the Kindle; faster processor speeds up the device; new touch-screen interface offers better ergonomics and is easier to use; with the addition of an optional memory card (SD or Memory Stick Pro), it's capable of storing thousands of electronic books; font size is adjustable; decent battery life; displays Word and PDF files (and zooms them), shows most image files, and plays MP3 and AAC audio; built-in LED lighting isn't great but allows you to read in the dark
At some point Amazon will have to offer the e-book format.
The kindle is good - but being tied to Amazon books only is a concern