Can anyone suggest a really easy to use E reader?

Question

We want to get my Gran an E reader for her 70th birthday. I have a Kindle myself but she thinks they're 'too complicated with all those buttons!' lol. I'll be doing all the uploading of the books so that aspect doesn't matter too much. Any suggestions would be welcome, thanks

Answer 1

In short, I won't choose iPad or Nook Color, because they're using backlight screen like computer screen, and is difficult to our eyes. Just not suitable for reading purpose. For other ebook readers including the B&N Nook, Sony Reader, and Amazon Kindle, I'll go for the Kindle. For the Sony Reader, many books (especially new releases) cannot be easily find on it. For the Nook, it is good but it is slower and less user friendly compared to the new version of Kindle.



There is also quite a good comparison between the ebook readers here:



http://bit.ly/whichebookreader

Answer 2

Forgive me for saying so, but I think your Gran wouldn't really want an eReader. Why would an older person try and learn a new technology when ordinary books work so well.



Take her hint and look for a different gift.



UPDATE: Very well. If Gran really wants an eReader, I would recommend a Kindle. Yes it has a lot of buttons, but if you look at them, almost all are a simple QWERTY keyboard, just like on the typewriters she has undoubtedly used in the past.



I find the Nook, with 2 separate screens, that look and act completely differently, to be far more confusing.



And the problem with any other eReader is buying and delivering of books. With both the Kindle and Nook, you can shop and download books right from the device. Not so with the Sony or others. You will have to download from some non-dedicated site, then plug in the USB cord to the computer, then drag and drop the eBook files.

Answer 3

E-reader. Some people argue that the look and feel of a book can never be replaced by an e-reader--they are the same sorts who argued that the look and feel of a slide-rule could never be replaced with a calculator. E-readers are light and compact. I travel a bit, and it is so much easier carrying it around in my coat pocket than it is bringing a backpack full of books. In addition to that, each year I always buy a large anthology collection--the book is about 2000 pages long and quite heavy; it is so much better to read on E-reader. E-reader also supports keyword search, which paperbacks obviously do not. You can also acquire new books fast and use them to check the internet in a pinch--although this last is as fast as a cell phone. Books on the other hand are a lot cheaper right now. Used books, I mean. I can get a used paperback for $3, or for free at the library, while it costs about $6--$10 to buy on Kindle--as much as a new physical copy. If you don't have a lot of money, I'd suggest waiting another few years to see if content cost decreases, but if you've got the cash to burn, go for it. You'll get at least $400 worth of enjoyment out of it.



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Answer 4

New Kindle 3G/Wifi & Kindle Wifi

Improved contrast for a clearer, brighter viewing experience. Darker, more defined fonts.Support for more font styles and scripts including Chinese (traditional and simplified), Japanese, Korean, Cyrillic (Russian), Latin and Greek.

Smaller, slimmer, lighter design (but keeping the same 6" screen size).



Kindle 3G Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally - Latest Generation

*6" diagonal electronic paper display

*4GB internal (approximately 3GB available for user content).

*single charge lasts for up to a month with wireless off. Keep wireless always on and it lasts for up to 10 days. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage

*HSPDA modem (3G) with a fallback to EDGE/GPRS

*USB 2.0 (micro-B connector) for connection to the Kindle U.S. power adapter or optionally to connect to a PC or Macintosh computer.

*Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, Audible (Audible Enhanced (AA, AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion.

Answer 5

I think Sony Reader (e.g PRS-600) is quite easy to use. It has very large icons and intuitive touch screen navigation.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

A Kindle it comes with free 3G too and it's very easy to use.



http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kindle-Wireless-Reader-3G-Wifi-Graphite/dp/B002LVUWFE/ref=amb_link_147023707_2/278-9625490-9481820?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-banner&pf_rd_r=1XN5P80F208Z2CXJ1M2M&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=221684407&pf_rd_i=341677031



Available in U.K, U.S.A and Canada.

Answer 8

Nook is Best One......................................................