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November 2011
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The editors liked
Many font options
Build quality is excellent
Handwriting feature makes note-taking a breeze
Offers library integration
Multimedia and note-taking featuresPinch-to-zoom touchscreenEasy access to public library and Google Books contentLightweight
As lightweight as it gets
Display holds up really well in sunlight
Builtin wireless
Touchscreen U.I. is easy to use
Comes with web browser and note taking apps
Three color choices available
The
Clear eInk screen
Responsive touchscreen that doesn't add glare
Can check out and read library books
Can read even in direct sunlight
Wi-Fi connectivity to buy and download books from the Sony Reader Store (bookstore)
Lightweight
Graphically appealing interface
Wi-Fi enters standby automatically
Handwriting notes is easy
Slim design
Excellent contrast
Includes a memory card slot
A headphone jack
And ePub support
Attractive font choices
Light weight makes it conducive for one-handed use
Convenient buttons
* Convenient buttons
Lighter than its peers
Sharp
Dark display
Workable music playback and Web browser
Supports finger-touch or stylus input
EPub compatibility
Competitive price
Great UI and touch experience
Can download books using reader from public library
Google and Sony store
Has stylus for note-taking
Excellent PDF support
Light
Solid build
Comfortable to hold onehanded
Excellent screen for reading and touchfunctions
Internet and bookfinding and sharing functions are superb
The Sony Reader Wi-Fi PRS-T1 is a compact and lightweight touch-screen e-book reader. It offers access to large catalog of e-books
Magazines
And newspapers via Sony's online store
Plus online loaners from your local library
Has support for EPUB files
The editors didn't like
Browser and store browsing are very slow
Sluggish screen refresh
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Relatively pricey compared to the KindleFull screen refresh with every page turn
Google books content no longer available
Pages can be slow to refresh – especially with graphics
Can't read in very dim or dark rooms
More expensive than competition
Constantly dropped Wi-Fi connections
Sluggish keyboard and touch responsiveness
Stylus can't be stored inside device
No reader-to-reader lending
Lacks social networking functionality
Clunky Reader Store is difficult to use
No Reader Store-compatible iPhone or iPad apps
A few bugs
Occasionally feels sluggish
Plastic bezel attracts fingerprints
* Plastic bezel attracts fingerprints
Price when rated
$130
Bezel sides are very narrow
Battery not removable
No 3G option
No mobile apps for reading on smartphones
AC adapter costs extra
Costs a bit more than the competition
Glossy sides damage very easily
Expensive compared to even 3G models and future competition
At $149
The PRS-T1 costs $50 more than the $99 Kindle Touch and it doesn't offer some of the little extras
Like 3G wireless
E-book lending
And social-media integration
That competing e-readers offer. The Sony bookstore isn't as extensive as Amazon.co
Published: 2011-10-13, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
The Sony Reader Wi-Fi PRS-T1 is a compact and lightweight touch-screen e-book reader. It offers access to large catalog of e-books, magazines, and newspapers via Sony's online store, plus online loaners from your local library, has support for EPUB files,
At $149, the PRS-T1 costs $50 more than the $99 Kindle Touch and it doesn't offer some of the little extras, like 3G wireless, e-book lending, and social-media integration, that competing e-readers offer. The Sony bookstore isn't as extensive as Amazon.co
While there's no compelling reason to buy it over the Kindle Touch, the Sony Reader Wi-Fi is a very solid e-reader.
Great UI and touch experience, can download books using reader from public library, Google and Sony store, has stylus for note-taking, excellent PDF support
The Sony Reader is a light and portable ebook reader with an excellent display, sensitive touchscreen and masterful PDF-handling capabilities. Read our review. ...
Much lighter Wi-Fi connectivity PDF reflow and annotations A massive price drop from the previous e-reader Infrared touchscreen Multiple dictionaries Solid battery life
Can't delete books directly from the device Can't perform software updates over Wi-Fi No place to put the stylus when not in use Software more or less the same as the PRS-650 Some software bugs
Although there have been a few changes and additions, the PRS-T1 is pretty much the same device as the PRS-650 — only much better value for money....
Complicated interface, No built-in Google Books store
Sony's touch-sensitive, Wi-Fi enabled eBook reader is a solid product, although you'll need to want the extra features afforded by the touchscreen for it to be worth buying over the cheaper and more intuitive Amazon Kindle...
Published: 2011-10-17, Author: David , review by: cnet.com.au
The Sony Reader Wi-Fi PRS-T1 is a compact and lightweight touch-screen e-book reader. It offers access to large catalog of e-books, magazines, and newspapers via Sony's online store, plus online loaners from your local library, has support for EPUB files,
At $149, the PRS-T1 costs $50 more than the $99 Kindle Touch and it doesn't offer some of the little extras, like 3G wireless, e-book lending, and social-media integration, that competing e-readers offer. The Sony bookstore isn't as extensive as Amazon.co
While there's no compelling reason to buy it over the Kindle Touch, the Sony Reader Wi-Fi is a very solid e-reader....
Abstract: Before I was a writer, I was a reader and I've never lost my passion for books. When e-books came on the scene, I was an early adopter. One device can carry around 1,500 books and if you add an SD card some can carry up to 30,000 books. Carrying an entire...
Published: 2012-03-12, Author: Zara , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Abstract: NameeBook reader: Sony Reader Wi-Fi (PRS-T1)At a glance:eInk Pearl screen makes for clear text,Reader Store isn't available yet, Also stores music and handwritten memosSummary:A great little reader, but there's no eBook store available.Rating:4/5RRP:$230C...
