Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver)
The PRS600 Sony Reader Touch Edition (Silver) is a svelte 6 inch touchscreen digital reading system that holds up to 350 books at once; and even more when the expansion card slots are utilized. Page turning is a breeze with the touch of your finger and highlighting and annotation is made simple with the included stylus. You'll also benefit from the easy-to-read E Ink Vizplex screen technology which looks more like a paper display and is readable even in direct sunlight.
A single charge, using the included USB cable (can be charged via optional AC adapter), powers the Reader for up to 7,500 page turns (BBeB Book). When it's time to recharge or transfer eBooks, the included USB 2.0 cable allows for both. Formats supported by the Reader Touch Edition include the industry standard formats of ePub and PDF. Adobe PDF, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Digital Editions are all also compatible. The Reader also supports unsecured MP3 and AAC audio files for playback.
Other features include a built-in Oxford American English Dictionary, adjustable font sizes, and quick page turning for reading at a natural pace. And last but not least, Mac and PC compatibility make the Reader a solid choice for anyone looking to build a digital library that can go anywhere they go.
- Elegant 6 Inch Display with Touchscreen
- The Reader Touch Edition features a 6 inch display with simple, easy-to-use touchscreen navigation. Turn pages with the swipe of a finger and enjoy fast and intuitive navigation of your favorite books
- Carry Hundreds of Books
- Not sure which books to bring on your trip? With the Reader Touch Edition, you will never have to make that choice again. 512MB of on-board memory lets you carry up to 350 of your favorite books at a time and with dual memory expansion card slots, your reading library is virtually limitless
- Charge and Read For Two Full Weeks
- Enjoy up to two full weeks of reading (7,500 continuous page turns, BBeB Book) on a single battery charge
- Adjustable Font Sizes
- The Reader Touch Edition offers you the ability to resize text. Choose from five adjustable font sizes to improve readability
- Read at a Natural Pace
- Quick page turns let you read at a natural pace, while a high contrast ratio helps ensure your favorite books are easily readable, even in direct sunlight
- Freehand Highlighting & Annotation
- Take freehand notes and highlight sections of text you want to revisit later, just as you would in a real book, using the included stylus. If you prefer, a virtual keyboard is also available for entering quick notes or searching your eBooks. If you want, you can even export your notes to your computer using the eBook Library software
- Thin, Light, Portable Design
- Whether you're venturing across town or across the country, the Reader Touch Edition makes an ideal travelling companion. Measuring just 0.4 inches thin and weighing less than 10.1 ounces, the Reader Touch Edition is thinner and more lightweight than almost any book, and even many magazines
- Built-In Dictionary
- A handy search function lets you look up words in the built-in Oxford American English Dictionary
- USB 2.0 Data & Power Connection
- Transfer eBooks and charge your Reader Touch Edition using a single USB 2.0 cable
- More Books in More Places
- Enjoy access to a wider number of books from a wider number of places. By supporting both industry standard formats, ePub and PDF, you can access books at The eBook Store from Sony, check out books from public libraries, access over one million free public domain titles from Google Books, as well as sharing sites, online aggregators and personal publishers
- Paper-Like Display for Easy Reading
- The Reader Touch Edition utilizes E Ink Vizplex screen technology to deliver an amazing, paper-like display that's more like ink on paper and fully readable in direct sunlight
- Compatible with PC and Mac
- eBook Library 3.0 software makes it easy to download eBooks, manage your collection, and transfer titles to your Reader Touch Edition. eBook Library 3.0 software works with both PC and Mac
- Multiple Formats Available
- The Reader Touch Edition supports Adobe PDF, Microsoft Word, BBeB Book and other text file formats, as well as ePub/ACS4 and connection with Adobe Digital Editions. You can even play back unsecured MP3 and AAC audio files (headphones required and sold separately)
| Memory |
Memory Size: 512MB User Available Capacity: 380MB Dual Memory Card Expansion Slots: For Memory Stick PRO Duo and SD Card up to 16GB |
| Formats |
DRM Text: ePub (Adobe DRM protected), PDF (Adobe DRM protected), BBeB Book (PRS DRM protected) Image: JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP Unsecured Audio: Unsecured Audio: MP3 (Non encrypted), AAC (Non encrypted) Unsecured Text: ePub, BBeB Book, PDF, TXT, RTF, Microsoft Word, (Conversion to the Reader requires Word installed on your PC) |
| Connections | Headphone jack |
| Display |
Screen Size: Vizplex 6 inches Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels Gray Scale: 8 levels gray scale |
| Compatible Operating Systems |
OS: Microsoft Windows Vista (32-bit or 64-bit) home Basic/ Home Premium/ Business/ Ultimate with Service Pack 1 or later Microsoft Windows XP (32-bit only) Home Edition/ Professional/ Media Center Edition 2004 & 2005 with Service Pack 2 or later. Mac OS X version 10.4.11 or later, Mac OS X version 10.5.6 or later CPU: 800 MHz Celeron class processor or better for Windows. Intel, Power PC G3, G4, or G5 processor for Mac RAM: 128 MB or more (minimum 512 MB for Windows Vista) Free space on hard disc: 20 MB or more, but depending on the content amount, more space may be required Monitor: High Color or more, 1024 x 768 pixels or more (True Color, 1280 x 1024 pixels or more recommended) Other Devices: USB port (High-Speed USB Compatible) Internet connection (broadband recommended, some fees may apply) is also required on your computer |
| Power Requirements |
AC Power: DC 5.2V Battery Life (Approximately): 7,500 (BBeB Book) continuous page turns, 6,800 (ePub) continuous page turns Battery Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery: 3.7VDC |
| Dimensions | 4.8 x 6.9 x 0.4" (175 x 122 x 10.2mm) |
| Weight | 10.1 oz (286.3g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Simple controls (8)
- Lightweight (5)
- Durable (4)
- Long battery life (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily use (6)
- Home use (6)
- Travel (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Practical (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great ereader.
Another typically quality Sony product. One of the higher priced e-readers on the market, but considering the use of these products, durability & relevant features cannot be discounted.
When looking a...Read complete review
Another typically quality Sony product. One of the higher priced e-readers on the market, but considering the use of these products, durability & relevant features cannot be discounted.
When looking at all products on the market, Sonys offered one of the best performance combined with greatest flexibility to cater for the different formats of ebooks available, as opposed to other cheaper models on the market.
It is a little weightier than others, but a big part of that would be due to the lomg battery life - a compromise worth having if you are a traveller or commuter.
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Most Liked Negative Review
More pros than cons
PROS:
very easy to use
good battery life
touch screen is very responsive
optional memory card addition (capable of storing thousands of electronic books)
different font sizes
zoom...Read complete review
PROS:
very easy to use
good battery life
touch screen is very responsive
optional memory card addition (capable of storing thousands of electronic books)
different font sizes
zoom display of Word and PDF files
plays MP3 audio.
CONS:
Screen contrast (letters are very dark)
Lack of wireless access (you have to dragged your files from a PC)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 10 customers
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Pros
- Easy Controls
- Good Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Home Use
- Travel
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
It's great the dictionary because I am spanish and it is very useful when I read english books, I like the screen size and the options about the characters size, my eyes don't get tired after reading this e-book.
Pros
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
- Dark screen to read books
Best Uses
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
I was looking forward to use my ereader, but I was very disappointed when I got the product. The touch screen is a great feature. But the screen was so dark that even during the day, I needed a book light to read indoors. The screen was great outdoors, under bright sunlight. But indoors, even in a bright room, it was hard to read. I wish they have a button to adjust the brightness of the screen. I returned the item and I am now searching for a new ereader.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Good Sound Quality
- Its a Sony
- Long Battery Life
- SD Pro Duo Memory Cards
- Stylus included
- Touch screen
Cons
- A bit heavy for one hand
- USB charger standard
- Wall charger not included
Best Uses
- Commuting
- Daily Use
- Home Use
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
Another typically quality Sony product. One of the higher priced e-readers on the market, but considering the use of these products, durability & relevant features cannot be discounted.
When looking at all products on the market, Sonys offered one of the best performance combined with greatest flexibility to cater for the different formats of ebooks available, as opposed to other cheaper models on the market.
It is a little weightier than others, but a big part of that would be due to the lomg battery life - a compromise worth having if you are a traveller or commuter.
Pros
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
Cons
- Buggy sync software
- Price
- Screen contrast
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Home Use
- Travel
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
I would recommend this product to a friend, with the proviso that the synchronizing software does not work properly.
Bottom line: I would buy it again, if I have to.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Commuting
- Daily Use
- Home Use
- Travel
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
Bought this for my wife for her birthday. She is an avid reader and we make many trips to the library and book stores. The Sony E-reader is great because of the selection of books and because of the size, it is so comfortable to hold while your reading. The only thing I bought extra was a 4G memory card and an AC adapter.[...]
Pros
- Easy Controls
- Long Battery Life
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Home Use
- Travel
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
t is very practical, I use it every day. Easy to use.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Lightweight
Cons
- Hard screen contrast
- No wireless access
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
PROS:
very easy to use
good battery life
touch screen is very responsive
optional memory card addition (capable of storing thousands of electronic books)
different font sizes
zoom display of Word and PDF files
plays MP3 audio.
CONS:
Screen contrast (letters are very dark)
Lack of wireless access (you have to dragged your files from a PC)
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Good Sound
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Silver frame "blends in"
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Home Use
- Travel
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
I am a true book lover. Although the Reader is NOT a book, and therefore does not have the "book" sentimentality, I LOVE IT! It holds charge long enough for me to finish most books (but I am fast) and it doesn't cause hand cramps from holding a real book open with one hand or have sufficient weight to cause arthritis pain. It allows me to travel with my Bible at hand as well as leisure reading without having to choose or adding weight to my bag. WHAT A GREAT INVENTION!
The downside - be prepared to spend paperback prices for most currently printed books.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Slow
Best Uses
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
Awesome gadget only issues is the screen is a bit reflective and can be a bit slow when using the search function.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Battery Life
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony PRS600 Reader Touch Edition (Silver):
Works well once you manage to get around the Sony limitation on downloading outside the USA/Canada/UK.
The actual Reader is nice to use but desperately needs a backlight to the LCD. Being able to control the font size is great, the menus on the Reader itself are nice enough but I would like to be able to control more settings.
However Sony reader PC software is too limiting and you have to use it for copywrite controlled (DRM/epub) books..and it will not let you use more than one PC to download which is a pain in a house with 5 PCs.
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- USB Cable
- Stylus
- Sleeve
- Quick Start Guide
- 90-Days Labor & 1-Year Parts Limited Warranty
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