HexMachina Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 I think you need to recognize a distinction between a dedicated Ebook reader (like a Kindle paperwhite) and a general purpose tablet that you can also use for reading (the Kindle Fire HD). Frankly, I vastly prefer both to paper books, but the charging issue is obviously much more significant with a general purpose tablet than a dedicated Ebook reader. Yeah, I can go days without charging my actual ereader (kobo), but reading on a tablet I need to recharge every day, as I use it for more than just reading Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drawkcabi Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 I think you need to recognize a distinction between a dedicated Ebook reader (like a Kindle paperwhite) and a general purpose tablet that you can also use for reading (the Kindle Fire HD). Frankly, I vastly prefer both to paper books, but the charging issue is obviously much more significant with a general purpose tablet than a dedicated Ebook reader. Yeah, I can go days without charging my actual ereader (kobo), but reading on a tablet I need to recharge every day, as I use it for more than just reading That makes sense. Pausing a reading session because I need to fuss with a recharge doesn't happen too often, but it's a minor irritation always in the back of my head that I have less control over my reading sessions. Not enough to get a dedicated reader at this point. Reiterating what I said, I am pro Ebook over paper books, mainly because I enjoy having less clutter in my life, but if not for that I'd prefer paper books. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ser Scot A Ellison Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 I still love my paper books. An eReader was automatically uploaded to my iPhone with the new iOS. I don't like reading on it. I feel like it can't hold my attention the way a paper book can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HexMachina Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 I fi.d ebooks more convenient for reading when I am on the go, as they take up less space than hard copies of a book which is a big plus on a train/bus/underground, an especially handy when going on holiday (i used to pack only a couple of books, purely because I didnt habe the room for.more. Now I can take.my entire library on holiday with me).I do actually agree with SSE though. I am able to concentrate more easily with an actual book Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gertrude Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I still love my paper books. An eReader was automatically uploaded to my iPhone with the new iOS. I don't like reading on it. I feel like it can't hold my attention the way a paper book can. Well, to be fair, a phone is about the worst device you can read a book on. It's good in a pinch, but it's nothing like a dedicated e-reader experience. I love my nook, but reading from the phone makes me want to gouge my eyes out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briantw Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Well, to be fair, a phone is about the worst device you can read a book on. It's good in a pinch, but it's nothing like a dedicated e-reader experience. I love my nook, but reading from the phone makes me want to gouge my eyes out. I don't really have an issue with reading on my phone. Of course, my last two smart phones were the Galaxy S4 and the iPhone 6, both of which have pretty big screens, so maybe that's why. If you've been using previous iPhones or other smaller models, I can imagine it being more annoying than practical. Obviously I wouldn't choose my phone over my Kindle given the choice, but I typically don't bring the Kindle to work with me, so if I want to read during lunch I just use my phone or Chrome, depending on if I'm at my desk or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gertrude Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I agree with the above. My point was that I don't think Ser Scot should make a blanket judgement if the only experience he has had with an e-reader is his phone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterOJ Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I agree with the above. My point was that I don't think Ser Scot should make a blanket judgement if the only experience he has had with an e-reader is his phone. Pretty much this. It's like saying you don't like watching movies at home, when you've only ever watched them in standard definition on a 22-inch screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ser Scot A Ellison Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 It appears real books are making a bit of a comeback:http://www.geekwire.com/2015/paper-back-real-books-rebound/:)Keep your plastic. I love my paper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NestorMakhnosLovechild Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 It appears real books are making a bit of a comeback:http://www.geekwire.com/2015/paper-back-real-books-rebound/ :)Keep your plastic. I love my paper. Although I do love Ebooks, nothing beats a good sticky note. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedEyedGhost Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 Scot is like a broken spine: no matter how long it's been since I've read this thread, I can open it up and read the exact same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ser Scot A Ellison Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 REG,I think you arw mixing your metaphores and the same can be said for the defenders of eBooks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedEyedGhost Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 But there's no single "defender of eBooks" that posts the exact same thing over and over without prompting. Unless of course you consider the mere presence of this thread on the first page as "prompting." We get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drawkcabi Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 I totally get Scot's sentiments. I love having a "real" book in my hand wherever I go :P I've just been seduced by the ease and instant gratification of ebooks. I HATE HATE HATE digging through piles on my shelves looking for a aprticular book I want to read again, or for the first time for that matter, knocking books behind shelves, knocking piles over, knocking other things over to get to the book I'm looking for. And the dust...I loathe the dust... :ack: :stillsick: :angry2: I realize this speaks more to my housekeeping abilities than my book reading preferences :blushing: but lousy house keepers have opinions too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluetiger Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 I just love to keep book in my hands , to hear the sound when I change pages. E-books are usefull at studying or work , but NOTHING will replace true book for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ser Scot A Ellison Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 REG,I appear to not be the solo defender of "real" books in this thread. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJDonegal Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 If I can get it for free on my Kindle, e-book. Otherwise let's knock down some trees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry of the Lawn Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 I just love to keep book in my hands , to hear the sound when I change pages. E-books are usefull at studying or work , but NOTHING will replace true book for me.You can set your ebook to make page turning sounds. Take that, Paper Book People! Booyah!Larry +1 everyone else -1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ser Scot A Ellison Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 Larry,Not the same thing. It's like a synthesizer set to "piano" not the same thing as an actual piano. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrackerNeil Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 I was a bit wary of ebooks at first, but now I'm a believer. However, if I read a book I think I'll want to re-read, I buy in paper as well so I don't lose the rights or the book itself if my Kindle crashes. Otherwise, buying the ebook means I don't have to store it, or worry about disposing of the hard copy. (I never throw away books; I usually donate to AIDS Thrift or the library.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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