I'm impressed with any manufacturer willing to release a new product the day after a major Apple event. This go-around, Dell has announced that they have the "world's thinnest tablet" in their new Venue 8 7000 device. Featuring an 8.4" screen-size, the profile of the Venue 8 7000 is only 6mm thick (thin). There are other tablets that come in close: Samsung's new Galaxy Tab S … [Read more...] about Dell Launches Ultra-Thin Venue 8 7000 Tablet
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Kobo CEO Speaks Out About Taking Over Sony eBook Business
Sony has been selling e-readers and eBooks since 2004 and they were the first mainstream company who made a serious powerplay to cultivate the industry. Their successes and failures over the years acted as a playbook for Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Kobo to enter the the fray and immediately make an impact. Sony eventually got nudged out of the business due to the prices of … [Read more...] about Kobo CEO Speaks Out About Taking Over Sony eBook Business
Roundtable – The History and Future of Sony e-Readers
Michael Kozlowski and Peter Carotenuto of Good e-Reader have another roundtable discussion on the evolution of the Sony consumer e-Reader brand. They discuss important milestones, such as the advent of touch, the incorporation of a stylus and releasing the first front-lit e-reader. The entire e-reader industry owes Sony a debt of gratitude for pioneering major technologies. … [Read more...] about Roundtable – The History and Future of Sony e-Readers
Shop e-Readers has the Last Sony PRS-T3 Units in North America
Sony has discontinued making the Sony PRS-T3 e-readers in North America and Europe. This is creating an atmosphere where many existing Sony users want to insure they have a backup available incase their primary unit bites the dust. Currently, the PRS-T3 is completely sold out in every Sony Style in Canada. There is only one retailer currently selling them in limited … [Read more...] about Shop e-Readers has the Last Sony PRS-T3 Units in North America
Amazon Kindle DX vs. Sony Digital Paper (DPT-S1)
The Amazon Kindle DX has been one of the most popular large screen commercial e-reader of all time. Its been out for a number of years, and has been getting a little bit long in the tooth. Today, we compare the DX against the brand new Sony Digital Paper (DPT-S1). The Sony Digital Paper is aimed exclusively at the business sector, partly due its its singular nature of … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle DX vs. Sony Digital Paper (DPT-S1)
Sony Digital Paper Review
Sony is getting out of the consumer e-reader sector and focusing their efforts on devices aimed at businesses. The first commercially viable product is the new Digital Paper (DPT-S1) which is a super advanced PDF Reader. How viable is this new product for the corporate audience or end users? Today, Good e-Reader is proud to bring you the first true hands on … [Read more...] about Sony Digital Paper Review
Has Sony Discontinued Consumer e-Readers?
Sony has been making e-readers since 2004 and was the first mainstream company to use e-ink technology. They pioneered many innovations such as a touchscreen and built in light. This prompted many competitors to jump into the field, such as Amazon, B&N and Kobo. Sony has found that their consumer efforts might be drawing to a close, as reps have confirmed that the company … [Read more...] about Has Sony Discontinued Consumer e-Readers?
Sony PRS-T2 Drop Test
Sony is known for their high build quality when it comes to consumer electronics. Their e-readers have been wildly successful and despite the fact they closed the Reader Store, many people are still using them on a daily basis. Exactly how durable is the PRS product line when it comes to daily life? Today, we find out! The Sony PRS-T2 is very similar to the T1 and T3. This … [Read more...] about Sony PRS-T2 Drop Test
Sony PRS-T3 e-Reader is now Discontinued
Sony Canada has confirmed with Good e-Reader that the Sony PRS-T3 is officially discontinued. It will no longer be available in retail settings once current stocks have depleted. Not only is it no longer available in Canada, but Sony Europe also confirmed its discontinued. The PRS-T3 was one of the best e-readers Sony ever produced. It was durable, had great resolution and … [Read more...] about Sony PRS-T3 e-Reader is now Discontinued
Win a Sony PRS-350 with Good e-Reader
Welcome back to another Good e-Reader exclusive contest. Today we are giving away an e-reader we just found in our review labs, the Sony PRS-350. The Sony PRS-350 and 650 were the most popular Sony e-readers the company ever produced. When they were first released on August 2010, they couldn't keep them in stock on the retail level, due to ravenous demand. I really liked … [Read more...] about Win a Sony PRS-350 with Good e-Reader