I have a Kobo Mini and like it (once I figured out how to change the page turning settings so I could turn the page with one hand). At $60, it's the ereader of choice for the beach and other prone to theft/damage areas. Although arguably a paperback would be better.
Not as small or as a lite as some smartphones or an iPod touch, but, unlike other ereaders that are clearly meant for the purse carrying crowd, will fit in a jeans pocket.
Was the same sale price before Christmas, but with inflation, you could argue it is cheaper now.
The Source. Hat tip Kobo.
You'll want to download the excellent Calibre to make those text heavy pdf files or word docs people send you epub friendly (you don't want to waste time panning and zooming).
If you gift it, your tech support visits should be kept to a minimum, as no computer interaction is necessary (you can access the Kobo store from the device), although you will need wifi access to do so.
Not as small or as a lite as some smartphones or an iPod touch, but, unlike other ereaders that are clearly meant for the purse carrying crowd, will fit in a jeans pocket.
Was the same sale price before Christmas, but with inflation, you could argue it is cheaper now.
The Source. Hat tip Kobo.
You'll want to download the excellent Calibre to make those text heavy pdf files or word docs people send you epub friendly (you don't want to waste time panning and zooming).
If you gift it, your tech support visits should be kept to a minimum, as no computer interaction is necessary (you can access the Kobo store from the device), although you will need wifi access to do so.