How Does the Sony Reader Fare Against the Apple IPad?
Posted on May 30, 2010
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The Apple iPad has managed to create a huge stir among the gadget crazy people all over the world. The iPad boasts of some fantastic features that will surely give the netbooks a run for their money but an imminent threat is posed to another device category, the eBook reader. The eBook reader market might get hit by the Apple iPad frenzy as the iPad offers a significant number of benefits over the traditional eBook readers. Let us take a look at the significant advantages provided by the Apple iPad.
Advantages
- Video: the iPad is a small-scale computing device that can play videos in true HD format and give you a complete multimedia experience. The eBook readers are meant for the sole purpose of reading books, which is also provided by the iPad.
- Web browsing: if you like to stay connected with your peers then the Apple iPad offers a perfect mix f feature that let you stay connected with Wi-Fi capability. The web browsing is smooth and lag free and you can download your favorite music tracks and eBooks from the web. The Sony reader on the other hand does not come with internet connectivity, you need to connect it with a computer to transfer books and music tracks.
- Color books: have you always wanted to read your favorite sports magazines on your Sony reader? If yes, then you will know that the eBook readers cannot display color pages. On the other hand, the iPad can display full of color pages in all formats. Reading illustrated books and comics has become possible thanks to the iPad.
- Applications: lost on the road? Do not worry; with the help of latest applications on the iPad, you can use Google maps to find your way around easily. The Sony does not offer such benefits to the users.
After talking about all the advantages offered by the iPad here are some reasons why you should still stick to the Sony Reader
- Eyesight: the screen technology of the Sony reader is designed to emit minimum glare so that users can read their favorite books for long hours without harming the eyesight. The Sony reader uses proprietary technology that ensures an eBook reading experience that does not hurt the eyes. On the other hand, the iPad has a lot of screen glare that might affect your eyesight in the long term.
- When you come to think of it, you really do not need to have Internet connectivity on your EBook reader, as it will simply complicate things further. The Sony chooses to be the Master of its trade by giving the users customized eBook reading experience.
- The Sony reader costs a fraction compared to an Apple iPad, which makes it the first choice for budget conscious customers. If you intend to use the device for the sole purpose of reading eBooks then you should go for the Sony reader.
When it comes to reading eBooks, nothing beats the Sony reader and you should get one today.
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