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Although you can read all of our
e-books on your computer with either your web browser or Adobe's
Acrobat Reader software, the ideal way to read an e-book is with
an e-book reading device. Let's face it -- it's not very
convenient to use a laptop on a crowded subway train during rush
hour commutes!
There are many e-book reading devices on the
market now, with more models being released almost every month. They vary
from dedicated devices such as the Rocket eBook (the original!) and RCA/Gemstar's
REB 1100 to multi-use devices such as PDAs (Palm, Handspring, etc.) and the
Franklin eBookMan. The type of device you decide to use for reading e-books
will determine which e-book software you'll use (Microsoft LIT, Acrobat PDF,
etc.) and which Artemis Press e-book edition (format) you should select.
Below, we have provided a brief summary of
currently available e-book hardware devices. The exciting thing about the
e-book industry is that it continues to grow with each passing day. As a
result, new companies are coming out with devices that break new
technological ground -- bigger, clearer displays, for instance -- and the
competition is (finally!) starting to drive down prices for consumers!
If you have been thinking about purchasing an e-book reading
device, please take a moment to review the information that follows...visit
the company websites for further information. That way, you'll have all the
information you need to choose the one e-book reading device that best suits
your personal needs! The average e-book reading device costs about the same
as one year's worth of inkjet cartridges! And think of all the paper (and
trees) you'll save by reading electronically!
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Franklin eBookMan
$129
- $230
There
are three models off this multi-use device - two providing 8 MB of
storage and the third providing 16 MB. Each model also features an
expansion slot for memory upgrades. The EbookMan is more than an
e-book reading device - you can also play MP3 music, play games,
record and playback voice memos, and write notes in your own
handwriting. Each model includes a built-in speaker, microphone and
headphone jack.
E-book Format: MobiPocket Reader
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Handspring Visor
$149 - $299
These
PDA devices run on the Palm OS, making them capable of operating
thousands of Palm-based software programs, many of which are free!
The low-end model (Visor Platinum) comes with 8MB of storage and runs
off regular AAA alkaline batteries. More than 50 available
"springboard modules" can add additional features to your organizer
including MP3 player, cell phone and digital camera!
E-book formats: numerous
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Hiebook Reader
$249
This
relatively new entrant to the e-book reading device market boasts a
huge 5.6" 480 x 320 LCD display, weighs only 8.8 oz. and includes a
backlight. It features 16 MB built-in flash memory, high quality MP3
player with headphones, a built-in microphone for voice and audio
recording, an address book and scheduler, games, calculator,
earphones, and a rechargeable battery.
E-Book format:Hiebook Reader
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Palm Handhelds
$99
- $399
The
family of Palm Handhelds is quite extensive and covers a range of
prices. Our featured Palm, the M125, features a highly efficient
operating system with 8MB of memory. It has organizer features
including a datebook, memo pad and address book, and uses standard
AAA alkaline batteries.
E-book formats: numerous
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Rocket eBook
No longer in production, but units
available for sale on eBay.
Clearly the favorite of true e-book enthusiasts, the original Rocket
eBook device is capable of importing text and html documents and
converting them to e-book format. With a high-contrast 3" x 4.5", 320
x 480 pixel backlit screen, and weighing 1.3 lbs., the Rocket eBook
allows for adjustments of text size and screen brightness. Users can
make annotations and underlines in the text and do full-text searches.
Although no longer in production, you can find a few of these devices
on eBay!
E-book format: RocketEdition, HTML, Text
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Pocket PC Handheld Computers
All
Pocket PC handheld computers come loaded with Pocket PC editions of
many Microsoft Windows software applications such as Office, Media
Player and the e-book reading software, Microsoft Reader with
ClearType technology. Each of the manufacturers listed below offer a
variety of models and configurations, with prices based on features
and technical specifications.
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Cassiopeia
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HP Ipaq
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Sony Clie
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Toshiba
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Awe-Struck
now offers 8 ebook formats, a format to suit every taste, a format that will
enhance your reading experience. To learn more about each format, simply
click the links below.
HTML (The reader software is your web browser.)
PDF (Click to download the free Acrobat Reader software.)
Rocket, REB
(The reader is already installed on the device.)
Microsoft Reader (For the PC computer, (not Pocket PC)
click here for reader.
Pocket PC PDA (For the Pocket PC device,
click here for reader.)
Mobipocket (For the Mobipocket reader for your Palm
click here.)
eBookman (The reader is already installed on the device.)
Hiebook (The reader is already installed on the device.)
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