Best Digital ebook reader - Handheld Ebook Reader

Alan Cruz asked:

There are a variety of ebook readers available to suit different requirements. While the Amazon Kindle has introduced a new version of Kindle, you can consider the different models and compare the features and prices in line with the advantages that you are provided. The larger pieces come with a higher capacity and more complex features while the smaller, lower priced ones are suitable for frequent travel and reading experiences.

Weight

The Amazon Kindle comes at 10.3 ounces and is as light as a medium sized paperback. Mobipocket is lighter at 6.5 ounces and the Handspring Visor weighs around 6 ounces. The hiebook weighs 8.8 ounces while the PalmDoc Mobipocket is available at 4-6 ounces. Depending on your preference regarding the weight of the handheld reader, you can make a choice from a wide array. Gemstar is large and weighs 17 ounces. A pucker is a free offline Web and ebook reader. It works on Palm OS devices.

Features

The Mobipocket provides touch-screen based page changes. Its 240X200 pixel LCD provides a clear view but may be comfortable to the eyes if frequent breaks from reading. The Handspring Visor comes with a 3”X4” screen and allows some color display. The PalmDoc provides LCD with a backlight for easy reading. The hiebook has dimensions of 480X320 and also comes with touch screen and LCD display. The Microsoft Reader has 16 color display and a reflective LCD. The Palm Doc, on the other hand, Handheld PC provides a 6.5” color LCD display.

Price

The Mobipocket is priced between $129 and $ 199 while the Gemstar eBook comes at $299. The Handspring Visor costs between $169 and $299 and the Palm Doc comes between $249 and $399. The hiebook costs $249. The larger sized devices are the Handheld PC that comes between $800 and $1100 and the Microsoft Reader has a price range of $499-$2000.

Kindle: Amazon's 6" Wireless Reading Device (Latest Generation)