Sony Reader Vs Kindle

Trying to decide the best product in the Sony Reader vs. Kindle debate? Sony was the first to release the wildly popular portable eBook reader. Kindle followed later and soon became the most popular producer of the device. Opinions fluctuate between which offers the best eBook reader.

Kindle

The newest Kindle 3 offers a six inch display and eight different text sizes. The Kindle also offers the external keyboard that many users prefer. Users can enjoy 3G wireless service at all locations except Barnes and Noble. It offers four gigabytes of memory as well as a handy web browser.

The Kindle has been criticized for being too pricey. It also does not feature the touch screen that the Sony Reader currently possesses which gives the Sony Reader an advantage in the Sony Reader vs. Kindle debate. On the other hand, the Kindle offers two additional inches of screen and an external keyboard which grants Kindle the opportunity to reclaim the advantage in the Sony Reader vs. Kindle discussion

Sony Reader

The Sony Reader has been widely praised for its many features. The touchscreen is a major feature of this reader that customers enjoy. They also enjoy the cheaper price tag and ability to accept a larger variety of formats. The reader also features some eight gigabyte models as well as wider accessibility due to contracts with Barnes and Noble and other book providers

The detractors state that the Sony Reader is less user friendly. It also features a smaller screen size. Some users are concerned about constantly having to use the touch screen.The debate continues between loyal Sony Reader customers vs. Kindle customers. They continue to develop new technology and models which correct many of the problems with the previous model. It remains to be seen if Sony Reader or Kindle comes out on top.