Why Everyone Needs A Handheld Ebook Reader

By Chris Frost

Anybody who loves books should have a handheld ebook reader. Books are heavy, something everyone has learned if they have ever moved. A small box of books can weigh more than larger boxes. Readers have had to deal with this problem for a long time. Now, they have the chance to carry their whole library in a half-pound device.

The arrival of ebooks is changing the world of words. Ebooks do not need paper, perhaps their most significant attribute. People in recent years have been concerned about preserving Earth's natural resources. With ebooks, trees can sigh in relief. There are numerous benefits for our environment if we stop using so much paper.

The public sees three predominant competitors in the ebook market. Competition in the market has turned ebook readers into amazing devices, with awesome features. Even though ebooks have not been around very long, the devices are getting better and better.

One of the greatest breakthroughs is that of e-ink displays. These amazing displays simulate the look of ink on paper. There is no back-light, like what is used for portable phones. This means that a reader will need a lamp or other source of light, just like with a real book.

One nice feature of these displays is that they do not bother your eyes the way other electronic displays might. Plus, the e-ink makes the screen seem similar to normal paper, but it has a secret weapon. The size of words can be adjusted, depending whether a reader would like bigger words or smaller.

The Amazon Kindle has the largest market presence right now. This device comes in one of two different sizes. It uses a complimentary wireless network to place orders and download books.

The earliest major competitor for the Kindle was the Sony Reader. This device costs less than the Kindle does, which is nice for those on a budget. Unfortunately, the selection of books available to the Sony Reader is not as big as the selection at Amazon.

Recently, Barnes and Noble released their new ebook reader, the Nook. Tech and book enthusiasts think the Nook could become more popular than the Kindle. One of the reasons for the Nook's popularity is the massive book selection. However, the biggest appeal of the Nook is probably its color touch screen. The Nook is a very attractive and very sensible purchase for people who love books.

So book lovers can rejoice. Soon there will be no need to carry heavy boxes of books from home to home. A handheld eBook reader holds thousands of books, weighs less than one hardcover book, and uses less paper. - 32525

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