Is the Amazon Kindle Ready to Battle the Sony PRS-600?
Travis Van Slooten asked:
The Amazon Kindle has been the big boy on the block for a while now, but with the release of the Sony PRS-600 and its little brother, the Sony PRS-300, there may be a challenger coming to town. While the details are still a little sketchy, a few things have been confirmed. Most recently the device itself was confirmed by Sony. However, some leaked details gave a little bit more information about what they offer. And some of the things these new ebook readers claim to do may have Amazon sweating a little.
The first thing most people are going to notice is the price. The Kindle 2, the older model now that the Kindle DX is out, still runs for about $300. However, the brand new Sony PRS-600 is purported to be releasing at that same price. The aggressive pricing clearly shows that Sony is looking to get in on people who still aren’t will to shell out $500 for a Kindle DX, but who want something newer than the Kindle 2. Sony also states that they will be matching the $9.99 price for new releases and best sellers, further proof of their willingness to compete with Amazon. For the money Sony is asking, they certainly appear to be offering something quite substantial.
Leaked portions of the manual hint at what the new ebook readers may have to offer. One feature that stands out is the touch screen. Available on top end models like the $1,000 FLEPia, the touch screen helps to clear up some more space that buttons would otherwise occupy. It also means the device can be even smaller and lighter. Even with a 6 inch screen, it would still only weigh about 10 ounces. And at just .4 inches thick, it is one of the most compact, yet advanced, readers that you will be able to find.
But if you are into cool features, you’re probably most excited about the possibility of a flexible screen. While it hasn’t been confirmed by Sony, the manual for the device does state that many of the parts are flexible. This has opened up some speculation that the device may have a bendable and unbreakable screen, a new technology of which Sony may be trying to get in on the ground floor.
Speculation is all well and good, but it is the hard facts that have people intrigued about the Sony PRS-300 and Sony PRS-600. The Sony PRS-600 comes with freehand writing via a stylus, a built-in dictionary, a library software suite that supports both Mac and PC, 380mb of storage with possibility for expansion and a battery life up to 7,500 pages. That’s all very impressive given the modest price. While the details are still not entirely fleshed out by Sony, it is clear that Amazon is going to have some competition. With the Sony PRS-600 and it’s little brother the PRS-300 getting ready to hit the market, potential buyers might just be holding out a little longer on that Kindle 2 they’ve been watching.
The Amazon Kindle has been the big boy on the block for a while now, but with the release of the Sony PRS-600 and its little brother, the Sony PRS-300, there may be a challenger coming to town. While the details are still a little sketchy, a few things have been confirmed. Most recently the device itself was confirmed by Sony. However, some leaked details gave a little bit more information about what they offer. And some of the things these new ebook readers claim to do may have Amazon sweating a little.
The first thing most people are going to notice is the price. The Kindle 2, the older model now that the Kindle DX is out, still runs for about $300. However, the brand new Sony PRS-600 is purported to be releasing at that same price. The aggressive pricing clearly shows that Sony is looking to get in on people who still aren’t will to shell out $500 for a Kindle DX, but who want something newer than the Kindle 2. Sony also states that they will be matching the $9.99 price for new releases and best sellers, further proof of their willingness to compete with Amazon. For the money Sony is asking, they certainly appear to be offering something quite substantial.
Leaked portions of the manual hint at what the new ebook readers may have to offer. One feature that stands out is the touch screen. Available on top end models like the $1,000 FLEPia, the touch screen helps to clear up some more space that buttons would otherwise occupy. It also means the device can be even smaller and lighter. Even with a 6 inch screen, it would still only weigh about 10 ounces. And at just .4 inches thick, it is one of the most compact, yet advanced, readers that you will be able to find.
But if you are into cool features, you’re probably most excited about the possibility of a flexible screen. While it hasn’t been confirmed by Sony, the manual for the device does state that many of the parts are flexible. This has opened up some speculation that the device may have a bendable and unbreakable screen, a new technology of which Sony may be trying to get in on the ground floor.
Speculation is all well and good, but it is the hard facts that have people intrigued about the Sony PRS-300 and Sony PRS-600. The Sony PRS-600 comes with freehand writing via a stylus, a built-in dictionary, a library software suite that supports both Mac and PC, 380mb of storage with possibility for expansion and a battery life up to 7,500 pages. That’s all very impressive given the modest price. While the details are still not entirely fleshed out by Sony, it is clear that Amazon is going to have some competition. With the Sony PRS-600 and it’s little brother the PRS-300 getting ready to hit the market, potential buyers might just be holding out a little longer on that Kindle 2 they’ve been watching.
Is the Kindle 2 Worth the Money?
Joseph Rusinko asked:
Kindle 2 versus the Sony e-book reader
With so many people creating a buzz about the Kindle 2, it was only a matter of time that another company would create their own version and try to pull it off as better then the Kindle 2, or at least comparable to. The thing is though, before you make any snap decisions on which product you should go with based on the price factor alone, make sure that you are looking at all of the features of each product. Know what it is that you are paying for. You will probably learn very quickly that you get what you pay for in life and that is no different when it comes to Kindle copycats.
The Sony e-book reader is quickly making some friends but it is only because people are not looking deep enough into the product. For starters, the most obvious difference between the Kindle 2 e-book reader and the Sony e-book reader is that the Sony version is cheaper. Kindle 2 retails for $359.00 while the Sony e-book reader is $299.00. For those who consider themselves savvy shoppers, this may make a bell go off in their head. Those who really want to make sure that they are getting their monies worth should look further into the comparison though.
You get what you pay for. The Sony e-book reader has enough storage space to store 160 ebooks. This sounds great and all but the Kindle 2 can store over 1,500. This is an obvious difference between the two. Since the Sony e-book reader is not able to hold as many books, it is no wonder that it is maybe an inch or two smaller. Of course there are additional memory cards for the Sony Reader that you can pay for which will give you a little more storage space. But this is still nothing compared to the amount of books the Kindle 2 can hold.
Another thing that should be taken into consideration between the two models is that both realize you will need to make use of an AC Charger. The Kindle 2 includes that power adapter along with the USB cable, a quick start guide, and a rechargeable battery for the price of the unit. The Sony e-book reader does not. They recommended that you buy the AC charger for an additional cost but all they include with their purchase price is a case to carry the reader in, a USB cable, and a quick start guide. If you want to buy the AC adapter so that you can actually make use of your purchase then that will cost you another $29.99.
So when it comes to purchasing an e-book reader, whether it is for yourself or for someone that you care about, you want to make sure that you are getting the most for your money. After all, these are not the times we should be casually spending our money with no regards to what we are actually getting. For something that will surely entertain and be worth the purchase, the Kindle 2 is the way to go.
With so many people creating a buzz about the Kindle 2, it was only a matter of time that another company would create their own version and try to pull it off as better then the Kindle 2, or at least comparable to. The thing is though, before you make any snap decisions on which product you should go with based on the price factor alone, make sure that you are looking at all of the features of each product. Know what it is that you are paying for. You will probably learn very quickly that you get what you pay for in life and that is no different when it comes to Kindle copycats.
The Sony e-book reader is quickly making some friends but it is only because people are not looking deep enough into the product. For starters, the most obvious difference between the Kindle 2 e-book reader and the Sony e-book reader is that the Sony version is cheaper. Kindle 2 retails for $359.00 while the Sony e-book reader is $299.00. For those who consider themselves savvy shoppers, this may make a bell go off in their head. Those who really want to make sure that they are getting their monies worth should look further into the comparison though.
You get what you pay for. The Sony e-book reader has enough storage space to store 160 ebooks. This sounds great and all but the Kindle 2 can store over 1,500. This is an obvious difference between the two. Since the Sony e-book reader is not able to hold as many books, it is no wonder that it is maybe an inch or two smaller. Of course there are additional memory cards for the Sony Reader that you can pay for which will give you a little more storage space. But this is still nothing compared to the amount of books the Kindle 2 can hold.
Another thing that should be taken into consideration between the two models is that both realize you will need to make use of an AC Charger. The Kindle 2 includes that power adapter along with the USB cable, a quick start guide, and a rechargeable battery for the price of the unit. The Sony e-book reader does not. They recommended that you buy the AC charger for an additional cost but all they include with their purchase price is a case to carry the reader in, a USB cable, and a quick start guide. If you want to buy the AC adapter so that you can actually make use of your purchase then that will cost you another $29.99.
So when it comes to purchasing an e-book reader, whether it is for yourself or for someone that you care about, you want to make sure that you are getting the most for your money. After all, these are not the times we should be casually spending our money with no regards to what we are actually getting. For something that will surely entertain and be worth the purchase, the Kindle 2 is the way to go.
Kindle 2 versus the Sony e-book reader
With so many people creating a buzz about the Kindle 2, it was only a matter of time that another company would create their own version and try to pull it off as better then the Kindle 2, or at least comparable to. The thing is though, before you make any snap decisions on which product you should go with based on the price factor alone, make sure that you are looking at all of the features of each product. Know what it is that you are paying for. You will probably learn very quickly that you get what you pay for in life and that is no different when it comes to Kindle copycats.
The Sony e-book reader is quickly making some friends but it is only because people are not looking deep enough into the product. For starters, the most obvious difference between the Kindle 2 e-book reader and the Sony e-book reader is that the Sony version is cheaper. Kindle 2 retails for $359.00 while the Sony e-book reader is $299.00. For those who consider themselves savvy shoppers, this may make a bell go off in their head. Those who really want to make sure that they are getting their monies worth should look further into the comparison though.
You get what you pay for. The Sony e-book reader has enough storage space to store 160 ebooks. This sounds great and all but the Kindle 2 can store over 1,500. This is an obvious difference between the two. Since the Sony e-book reader is not able to hold as many books, it is no wonder that it is maybe an inch or two smaller. Of course there are additional memory cards for the Sony Reader that you can pay for which will give you a little more storage space. But this is still nothing compared to the amount of books the Kindle 2 can hold.
Another thing that should be taken into consideration between the two models is that both realize you will need to make use of an AC Charger. The Kindle 2 includes that power adapter along with the USB cable, a quick start guide, and a rechargeable battery for the price of the unit. The Sony e-book reader does not. They recommended that you buy the AC charger for an additional cost but all they include with their purchase price is a case to carry the reader in, a USB cable, and a quick start guide. If you want to buy the AC adapter so that you can actually make use of your purchase then that will cost you another $29.99.
So when it comes to purchasing an e-book reader, whether it is for yourself or for someone that you care about, you want to make sure that you are getting the most for your money. After all, these are not the times we should be casually spending our money with no regards to what we are actually getting. For something that will surely entertain and be worth the purchase, the Kindle 2 is the way to go.
With so many people creating a buzz about the Kindle 2, it was only a matter of time that another company would create their own version and try to pull it off as better then the Kindle 2, or at least comparable to. The thing is though, before you make any snap decisions on which product you should go with based on the price factor alone, make sure that you are looking at all of the features of each product. Know what it is that you are paying for. You will probably learn very quickly that you get what you pay for in life and that is no different when it comes to Kindle copycats.
The Sony e-book reader is quickly making some friends but it is only because people are not looking deep enough into the product. For starters, the most obvious difference between the Kindle 2 e-book reader and the Sony e-book reader is that the Sony version is cheaper. Kindle 2 retails for $359.00 while the Sony e-book reader is $299.00. For those who consider themselves savvy shoppers, this may make a bell go off in their head. Those who really want to make sure that they are getting their monies worth should look further into the comparison though.
You get what you pay for. The Sony e-book reader has enough storage space to store 160 ebooks. This sounds great and all but the Kindle 2 can store over 1,500. This is an obvious difference between the two. Since the Sony e-book reader is not able to hold as many books, it is no wonder that it is maybe an inch or two smaller. Of course there are additional memory cards for the Sony Reader that you can pay for which will give you a little more storage space. But this is still nothing compared to the amount of books the Kindle 2 can hold.
Another thing that should be taken into consideration between the two models is that both realize you will need to make use of an AC Charger. The Kindle 2 includes that power adapter along with the USB cable, a quick start guide, and a rechargeable battery for the price of the unit. The Sony e-book reader does not. They recommended that you buy the AC charger for an additional cost but all they include with their purchase price is a case to carry the reader in, a USB cable, and a quick start guide. If you want to buy the AC adapter so that you can actually make use of your purchase then that will cost you another $29.99.
So when it comes to purchasing an e-book reader, whether it is for yourself or for someone that you care about, you want to make sure that you are getting the most for your money. After all, these are not the times we should be casually spending our money with no regards to what we are actually getting. For something that will surely entertain and be worth the purchase, the Kindle 2 is the way to go.
CNET Buzz Report: Galaxy Tab: iPad killer?
CNETTV asked:
Can Samsung’s new 7-inch tablet finally give the iPad a run for its money? Well, “money” might be the problem. Plus, CEO drama galore!
What are people saying?