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Amazon Kindle Fire Review | Amazon Kindle Reviews Amazon Kindle Fire Review | Amazon Kindle Reviews
5 Star
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  • 7.5'' x 4.7'' x 0.45''
  • 7''
  • 14.6 ounces
  • 6Gb
  • No
  • Color Screen
  • Wi-Fi
  • yes
  • 16
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    • AAX
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    • MOBI
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  • Wireless / USB
  • 3 weeks
  • 1 year
  • yes
  • $199
Nook Color Review - Barnes & Noble Nook Color eBook Reader
4-5 Star
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  • 8.1'' x 5'' x 0.48''
  • 7''
  • 0.987 pounds
  • 8GB
  • Yes
  • Color Screen
  • Wi-Fi
  • Yes
  • 22
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    • PDF
    • XLS
    • DOC
    • PPT
    • PPS
    • TXT
    • DOCM
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    • PPSM
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  • Wireless / USB
  • 8 Hours
  • 1 Year
  • US and Canada
  • $249
Nook Reviews - Barnes & Noble Nook Ebook Reader’s Review
4-5 Star
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  • 7.7'' x 4.9'' x 0.5''
  • 6''
  • 0.756 pounds
  • 2GB
  • Yes
  • 16
  • 3G & Wi-Fi
  • Yes
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  • Up to 8 days
  • 1 Year
  • U.S. only
  • $199 / $149
Borders eBook Reader - Review of Borders eBook Reader
4 Star
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  • 7.2" X 4.7" X 0.4"
  • 6''
  • 0.487 pounds
  • 1GB
  • Yes
  • 16
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • Yes
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  • Wireless / USB
  • 10,000 pages
  • 1 Year
  • US and Canada
  • $139
 

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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

Lighter, faster and easier to read off | Intuitive user interface | Enormous selection of books, magazines, and periodicals | Built-in free international wireless | Decent battery life | Audio book integration |

Cons Cons:

Non U.S. users may suffer extra fees when using wireless capabilities|  Battery can’t be replaced on your own | Not compatible with several file formats

 
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Rating: 5 Star

Amazon Kindle Fire Review | Amazon Kindle Reviews

Amazon, it appears, is continuing its dominance of the eReader market – this time, by literally setting it ablaze with a new addition to its Kindle line.  If you’re experienced with eReaders at all, you already know that Kindle offers a series of great choices for anyone interested in buying an eReader.  Customers can now choose between the original Kindle, the Kindle Touch, the Kindle Keyboard, the Kindle DX, and of course, the Kindle Fire. And although the names of Amazon’s eReaders seem rather self-explanatory, we went ahead and analyzed what makes each Kindle unique in its own way – to help buyers figure out which eReader they really want.

 

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* Est.$199
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  Review summary
Pros Pros: Award-winning display | Generous onboard storage space | Multimedia content including video and full color magazines | Access to word documents | Reasonable price in comparison to competition Cons Cons: Navigation requires a little extra thought | Too heavy | Large format content gets lost on small screen | Battery life pales in comparison to eInk readers
 
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Rating: 4-5 Star

Nook Color Review - Barnes & Noble Nook Color eBook Reader

f you are looking for an eReader that focuses on the reading experience, especially for expanded content like full-color periodicals, while also offering a few extra goodies then we think you’ll love the Nook Color.  The biggest trade-off is that the very things we like about this unit, such as its captivating display, are also the things that drag it down (fabulous display equals not so fabulous battery life). For the money and the extras, the Barnes & Noble Nook Color is putting itself in an excellent position to grab some substantial market share.

Nook Color Review - Barnes & Noble Nook Color eBook Reader

* Est.$249
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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

Great stylish, sleek design | Intuitive touch screen interface | Excellent selection of books and supported file types | Built in, free, US only, 3G wireless an Wi-Fi | Memory can be extended to hold over 4,000 books | User replaceable battery

Cons Cons:

3G Wireless supported only inside the U.S.| Touch screen technology drains battery life | Reported issues of sluggish device | Poor audio book integration | Still not "battle tested" enough

 
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Rating: 4-5 Star

Nook Reviews - Barnes & Noble Nook Ebook Reader’s Review

The Nook has definitely come a long way since it was first released. Starting out with a terribly sluggish interface, it managed to overcome these obstacles professionally. With its new price tag at $199 (or $149 with Wi-Fi only), it certainly makes it to the top of our list in becoming the most recommended eBook reader on the market. Highly enjoyable and definitely on the right track.

 

Nook Reviews - Barnes & Noble Nook Ebook Reader’s Review

* Est.$199 / $149
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  Review summary
Pros Pros: Easy to use | Perfect screen size | Excellent portability and physical dimensions | Quilted backside gives confidence that the unit isn’t going to slip out of your hands | Diverse selection of eBooks, newspapers and magazines | Plenty of memory, even without SD card expansion | Cons Cons: Incompatible with anything but PDF or ePub file formats | Silly navigation pad that is hopelessly slanted toward right handed users | Wide gap in features between the high end spectrum and the Kobo | Primary competitive advantage – price – is somewhat negated by same price point offerings of Kindle and Nook.
 
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Rating: 4 Star

Borders eBook Reader - Review of Borders eBook Reader

If you are in the market for a new eReader and budget is a concern, then we think the Kobo represents quite a logical choice.  The ease of managing your library with Wi-Fi, the eye-friendly eInk interface, the battery life and the memory are all well in line with what we expect when we use an eReader.  Yes, you’ll make a few sacrifices, just as you would if you bought the standard version of a Lexus instead of a “limited.”  But at the end of the day, the Kobo will take you where you want to go, even if it lacks burlwood accents or a 12-cylinder engine.  

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* Est.$139
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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

Surprisingly portable | Touch screen second to none | Fast readers will love the more-words-per-page resolution | 3G and WiFi connectivity | Exceptional dictionary functions and multi-language capability

Cons Cons:

Price is frankly out of line as the most expensive eInk reader on the market | Sony’s eBook offerings are less substantial than Amazon’s or Barnes & Nobles | No case included, especially at this price point | Some user comments indicated set up was a hassle

 
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Rating: 4 Star

Sony PRS-950 Daily Edition

Getting behind the wheel of the Daily Edition eReader from Sony was truly a pleasurable driving experience.  It really does have a finely-appointed feel to it, and its quick responsiveness along with its media-room screen size gives the PRS-950 significant competitive advantages against offerings from Kindle and others.  The addition of wireless connectivity should quiet at least a few naysayer’s, but for sure its steep price tag will not.  Some will say you are largely paying for the Sony name if you shell out $299 for the Daily.  I will say they are right; but I will also say it’s a name that’s worth it.

Sony PRS-950 Daily Edition

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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

Protability | Super responsive touch screen | Bright, clear display | Exceptional battery life | Wide variety of supported file formats | Mega-expandability, with up to 64 GB using SD and Memory Stick | Best in class dictionary functions

Cons Cons:

No 3G or wireless; big detractor at $229 upon release | Amazon’s or Barnes & Noble offer more extensive eReader titles than Sony does | Playing music drains the battery at an accelerated rate | No protective cover included

 
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Rating: 4 Star

Sony PRS-650 Touch Edition

If you’re after excellent portability without demoting yourself to a five-inch screen, and you don’t mind being a slave to your PC when it’s time to load your eReader with files, then the PRS-650 is a good choice for you.  It would be a great choice if it retailed for $30 or so less.  Your primary decision lies in whether you value Sony craftsmanship and a top-shelf touch screen above wireless connectivity.  Especially at this price point.

Sony PRS-650 Touch Edition

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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

Amazing design | Most intuitive interface yet | Full-color screen | Wi-Fi and 3G wireless | Will do just about anything

Cons Cons:

LCD display is hard to read from in bright places and will eventually strain your eyes | Battery lasts only ten hours | Heavy | Costs almost twice as much as the Kindle 2 or Nook | Additional 3G wireless fees apply (around $130)

 
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Rating: 4 Star

Apple iPad

The Apple iPad isn't an eBook reader, which makes it very hard to compare it to other eBook readers. It doesn't use e-ink technology, it's heavy, you can't read out of it in bright places, and the display will strain your eyes eventually. Still, it has some major advantages over other eBook readers in the market – color, touch screen interface, and internet browsing capabilities. If you're looking for a great device for multiple tasks and your main reading material is magazines and newspaper, go for the iPad. If you're looking for a device to enrich your reading experience , stick with a traditional eBook reader.

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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

Optimal screen size | Great design | Intuitive user interface | Enormous selection of books, magazines, and periodicals | Built-in free international wireless | Decent battery life | Audio book integration | Text-to-speech functionality

Cons Cons:

Not optimal for traveling | Non-U.S. users may suffer extra fees when using wireless capabilities | Web browser isn’t really useful | Battery can’t be replaced on your own | Not compatible with several file formats

 
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Rating: 4 Star

Amazon Kindle Dx Review - Best Wireless Reading Device

With its new display (50% better contrast), free 3G global internet connection, and a much more reasonable price tag ($379), the new Kindle DX makes one mean, lean reading machine. If you want an eBook reader for commuting, the six-inch version will be far more practical. But if, on the other hand, you are here only for the reading experience, this is no doubt the eReader for you. No other eBook reader on the market gives such a complete package of an amazing display, intuitive user interface, unique wireless capabilities, and an enormous selection of titles.

 

Amazon Kindle Dx Review - Best Wireless Reading Device

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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

As portable as an eReader could possibly be without having to squint at the screen | Touch screen | Onboard stylus note-taking capability | Easy to change font size | Awesome battery life | Great format support

Cons Cons:

Just 2GB of onboard memory with no option to expand | Sony’s eBook offerings are less substantial than Amazon’s or Barnes & Nobles | No ability to play music or video | No wireless connectivity, especially at this price point

 

Rating: 3-5 Star

Sony PRS-350 Pocket Edition

With a universally respected touch screen, virtual keyboard and onboard stylus note-taking, multi-language dictionary, excellent battery life and optimized portability, I really like what the Sony PRS-350 has to offer.  As a business traveler that wants a no-nonsense, easy to carry machine, this would clearly be my eReader.  And if I wasn’t going to buy it direct from Sony for $179, I could find it online for $30 less and be proud to tuck it into my jacket pocket for and take it along on my next trip. For those that value portability above WiFi or 3G, or flashy color screens, this eReader makes for an exceptional choice.

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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

Extremely portable | Affordable price | A huge selection of supported file formats

Cons Cons:

No wireless capabilities | Unintuitive user interface | Dependence on 3rd party bookstores

 

Rating: 3-5 Star

BeBook Mini

The BeBook Mini is no doubt a decent entry level eBook reader with its wide choice of file formats, clear display, and decent battery life. Expert websites agree that you get your money’s worth here, but online customers and I think that if you are a little more serious about eReading you’ll probably get a lot more by spending another $60 and getting a leading brand eBook reader. If you are not able to spend another $60 and can’t get your hands on a Sony PRS-300 Pocket edition—this is no doubt the way to go.

BeBook Mini

* Est.$199
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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

The most portable device to date | Supports a good variety of file formats | Lots of font sizes to choose from (which is extremely important on a small eReader)

Cons Cons:

Has only basic eReader functions (no wireless, dictionary, annotation capability) | A bit high-priced compared to its direct competitor (the Sony PRS-300 Pocket Edition) | Not a strong brand, combined with customer support complaints, smells like trouble

 

Rating: 3-5 Star

Booken Cybook Opus

Yes, the Bookeen Cybook Opus is definitely a good entry level eReader for people who want to get to know the eBook reader market or for those who value portability above all. It’s small; it’s intuitive; it gets the job done. But at the same price (and sometimes for even less), you can get its fiercest competitor, the Sony PRS-300 Pocket edition, which has much stronger brand recognition, a better design, and a mildly better customer support department. Tough call, but I’d go with the Sony eReader for now.

Booken Cybook Opus

* Est.$199
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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

International compatibility through built-in Wi-Fi | Fast processor | High variety of compatible file formats

Cons Cons:

High-priced relative to its competitors (can reach up to more than twice the price in Australia) | Not many online customer reviews | No dedicated bookstore | Not an established brand (yet)

 

Rating: 3 Star

BeBook Neo

The BeBook Neo brings to the table very little that we haven't seen elsewhere. It’s basically the same six inch eReader all over again (like the Kindle or Nook), only a little faster and with Wi-Fi capabilities. Now, that’s not a bad thing. The only problem is that you would not expect a weaker brand, such as BeBook, to over-price its fierce competition if they want to penetrate the market and gain reputation. The BeBook Neo’s price tag makes it an option only if you’re an international reader which needs to be able to access eBook stores around the world. Otherwise, I’d rather stick with my Kindle or Nook.

BeBook Neo

* Est.$299
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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

An extremely wide variety of supported formats | An intuitive menu system | User replaceable battery

Cons Cons:

Cheap look and feel | No wireless capabilities | Too many better alternatives at basically the same price

 

Rating: 2-5 Star

BeBook One

The BeBook One doesn’t have anything to distinguish itself from others. Its main advantage is its wide variety of supported formats, but with today’s eReaders that advantage isn’t going to stand for long. On the downside, it lacks basic wireless capabilities, has minimal internal storage space, and holds the same price tag as the Kindle 2 or Nook. If you have no other option, the BeBook One is a decent eReader on its own, but if you can go for something else you’d be making a wise choice.

BeBook One

* Est.$249
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  Review summary
Pros Pros:

Nice design—available in eight different colors | Supports a good variety of file formats | User replaceable battery | Lightweight

Cons Cons:

Feels “cheap” | Lacks wireless capabilities | Too many good alternatives for its price

 

Rating: 2-5 Star

Cool-ER

A definite “No.” It’s not that the Cool-er isn’t a decent eBook reader, it’s just that at the same price I can get a MUCH better eBook reader today. Interead, which created the Cool-er, doesn’t seem to be keeping up with the eBook reader market pace for some reason, and if they continue in this way they will slowly vanish. The only surviving advantage of the Cool-er is the fact that it is available in eight different colors. No offense—but that’s not enough to get me to pick you as my eReader….

Cool-ER

* Est.$249 U.S. / $299 Worldwide
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