Saturday, September 06, 2008

Ready, aim ...

... fire: UK launch of the readable e-reader.

This inspired me to visit Amazon's UK site to see if the Kindle was on sale there. I gather not. I tested a Sony Reader. I prefer the Kindle.

4 comments:

  1. Anonymous6:12 PM

    Unfortunately in the UK we don't have the option.
    Mind you, I won't be buying a Sony reader (or an Iliad) yet. First I want see how they are received and get the chance to see one in action. Then, maybe - I can see that e-readers might be useful under some circumstances, eg when travelling.

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  2. I think you're right, Maxine, at least so far. The value for traveling - and commuting - is indisputable: You can take along a library that weighs 10 ounces. It's also useful for getting books you don't want to pay the full price for, probably wouldn't keep, but may want to read at least a bit of.

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  3. "This page combines shorter commentaries on actual experience with Amazon's Kindle and links to existing articles on Kindle experiences."

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  4. Peter Robins provides an "extended review" of the Sony Reader.

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