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Aluratek Libre eBook Reader

19 reviews

From $97.49 | 4 stores

2 reviews

From $51.99 | 13 stores

Product Description

Thinner, smaller and lighter than most magazines, the Reader Touch Edition™ lets you access up to 350 (or more with memory expansion card slots) of your favorite books from anywhere.... More

Thinner, smaller and lighter than most magazines, the Reader Touch Edition™ lets you access up to 350 (or more with memory expansion card slots) of your favorite books from anywhere. The intuitive 6" touchscreen display makes navigation a breeze, letting you turn pages with the swipe of a finger. An included stylus offers freehand highlighting and annotation. With support for multiple file formats including ePub and PDF, you can enjoy books from more places, including The eBook Store from Sony and over one million free public domain titles from Google Books. Less

Introducing the Aluratek Libre eBook Reader Pro and the latest craze in the current digital revolution. Now you can digitally store and carry around with you thousands of your favorite books... More

Introducing the Aluratek Libre eBook Reader Pro and the latest craze in the current digital revolution. Now you can digitally store and carry around with you thousands of your favorite books saving money, space and the environment. Aluratek “Libre” connects to any computer with an internet connection for easy access to the most recent books that are published as well as access to free timeless classics. The “Libre” is soft on the eyes utilizing an exclusive e-paper LCD technology. This amazing technology makes it difficult to determine the difference between actual paper and the e-paper screen. Also boasting superior battery life you can read up to 24hrs continuous use with an auto off feature if you just happen to fall asleep. Try the Aluratek Libre eBook Reader Pro and experience why the future of books has gone digital. Less

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Key Features

Processor

200 MHz ARM-9

Weight

10.09 oz.

8 oz.

Text Formats

BBeB • ePub • PDF • RTF • TXT

ePub • FB2 • PDF • PRC • RTF • TXT • MOBI

Operating System

Mac OS X

Screen Size

6 inch

5 inch

Type

eBook Reader

Technical Features

Expansion Slot

Secure Digital (SD) Card Slot • Memory Stick Duo Slot

Secure Digital (SD) Card Slot • SDHC Card Slot

Processor Speed

200 MHz

Processor Type

ARM-9

Input Method

Touch Screen

Interface Type

USB 2.0

USB

Display

Screen Resolution

800 x 600

640 x 480

Color Depth

3-bit (8 gray levels)

16-bit (64k colors)

Display Technology

Monochrome LCD

Multimedia

Built-in Music Player

MP3 Player

Audio Output

Headphone Jack

Battery

Battery Life

Up to 24 Hours

Battery Type

Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

Proprietary Li-Ion

Dimensions

Depth

0.39 in.

0.53 in.

Height

6.86 in.

6.06 in.

Width

4.76 in.

4.33 in.

Warranty

Limited

1 Year

Miscellaneous

Included Accessories

Hand Strap • Earbud headphones • Carrying Case

Release Date

August, 2009

Product ID

88206956

92723184

UPC

4905524597974

812658010191

Product MPN

MPN

PRS600

AEBK01F

Consumer Reviews

Sony PRS-600 eBook Reader

From $97.49

Aluratek Libre eBook Reader

From $51.99

Product Review Summary

3.6

Based on 19 user reviews

59% recommend this product

5 stars

4 stars

3 stars

2 stars

1 star

Pros

Great Design (3)
Good Value (3)
Good Screen (2)
Compact (2)
Easy To Use (1)
Energy Efficient (1)
Fast (1)
Adequate Storage (1)

Cons

No backlight (2)
Energy Inefficient (1)

Good For

Home (3)
Everyday Use (2)
Gifts (1)
Office (1)
Travel (1)

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Consumer Reviews

1535

Sony Reader Touch PRS-600

bynaphtalia Feb 25, 2010

18 Helpfuls 19 Helpfuls

Pros Accepts various file types. Allows notes. Easy to read. Expandable memory. It's...

Cons Glare can make it hard to read.

Recommended it? Yes

I fell in love with the idea of an E-Book reader when I saw a friend using her Kindle to read a newspaper. I've wanted one ever since, but the price always made it prohibitive. Still, I've been looking at both the Kindle and Sony eBook reader for awhile. This past Valentine's day, I came across a... Read full review »

271

The Sony PRS-600 works well for my needs

byivplay Jan 24, 2011

27 Helpfuls 28 Helpfuls

Pros Format friendly, expandable memory, and good size and weight

Cons Many complain of the glare and recommend trading up to the 650

Recommended it? Yes

I have researched and thought about buying an eReader for some time now, and had just about convinced myself that I was going to buy a Nook when I came into possession of a PRS-600 by unfortunate circumstances. My grandmother recently passed, and when she did so she left a PRS-600, less than a year... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

3.5

Based on 2 user reviews

50% recommend this product

5 stars

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2 stars

1 star

Pros

None Yet

Cons

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Good For

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Consumer Reviews

You will outgrow this fast!

byykirstein Apr 26, 2011

11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls

Pros Inexpensive, easy on eyes, supports several file formats,preloaded with 100...

Cons Slow processor, freezes, poor in low light, glitchy with PDF books.

Recommended it? No

This isn't for the gadget savvy person, more suited for the novice who is looking for an intro into the e-book world, and isn't interested in having a multi-purpose gadget or upgrading. And considering most of those people would be older, or seniors, the graphics, very small icons on... Read full review »

A great reader at a bargain price!

byalg24680 Oct 22, 2011

Helpful? 1 Helpfuls

Pros Compact, Feature Rich, Good Screen

Cons None submitted

Recommended it? Yes

The Aluratek Libre Pro is a great little reader. It's compact, has a Reflective screen with no glare, is easy to use, can read a wide variety of formats, has convenient buttons and functions, and simple enough to use for anyone without lots of complicated whistles and bells. And it is... Read full review »

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