Sony's PRS-T1 E-Reader available for $89.99 at B&H Photography.
Get Your Hands on the Sony Reader PRS-T1 for a Bargain!
The Sony Reader PRS-T1 has recently seen a significant price drop in various retailers. You can snag this e-reader at most Sony outlets in the USA for just $129.99, while in Canada, it's available for $149. B&H Superstore is offering an unbeatable deal of $89.99 online.
Now, this is a deal I can vouch for. Sony's only current offering in the e-reader market is the Wi-Fi-enabled Sony Reader PRS-T1. What sets it apart is its ability to borrow books directly from OverDrive-supported libraries right on the device. You can browse, download books directly to your reader – how cool is that? It also supports the Google Books ecosystem, offering millions of free and paid books for download. And if you fancy buying books, you can do so directly from the Sony Bookstore.
This e-reader was one of my top picks of 2011, and if you're in the market for an affordable gift for yourself or someone else, give it a look **Here.
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General Overview:
The Sony Reader PRS-T1 boasts a 6-inch E Ink Pearl screen. Sadly, it doesn't come equipped with built-in Wi-Fi or 3G connectivity, but does support USB connectivity for content transfer. The PRS-T1 is compatible with EPUB and PDF formats, allowing indirect access to libraries like OverDrive through a computer. However, it lacks the direct access to OverDrive libraries due to the absence of Wi-Fi.
As for Google Books, while the PRS-T1 supports EPUB, the direct access to the Google Books ecosystem is not possible without a computer for content transfer.
Pre-owned models of the Sony PRS-T1 can be found on platforms like eBay, with prices as low as CAD $68.39 or lower, depending on the condition and seller[5].
Features and Compatibility:
- Display: 6-inch E Ink Pearl
- Connectivity: USB only
- Format Support: EPUB, PDF
- Library Compatibility: Indirectly compatible with OverDrive libraries through USB transfer from a computer
- Google Books Compatibility: Supports EPUB format but requires a computer for downloading and transferring content
Additional Features:
- Touch screen for navigation
- Built-in dictionary
- Support for multiple languages
- Battery life is approximately up to 2 weeks based on reading 1 hour per day[5].
- With its price drop, smartphones and gadget enthusiasts might want to consider the Sony Reader PRS-T1 along with their usual smartphone choices, as it offers a unique blend of technology and literature.
- As the Editor-in-Chief of this platform, Michael Kozlowski provides insights on the Sony Reader PRS-T1, not just as an e-reader, but also as a gadget that bridges the gap between technology and literature.
