Amazon or not?
The large query for lots of parents is just whether or not to go along with an Amazon e-reader — and Amazon’s e-book ecosystem — or not. Amazon does dominate the e-reading market however there are options, together with Kobo, Barnes & Noble and different “open” e-readers that permit you to essential each DRM (copy protected) and DRM-free file codecs. Amazon does now allow you to ship DRM-free ePub information to its Kindle e-readers.
Funds
Naturally, you may wish to work out how a lot you are prepared to spend on a brand new e-reader. Amazon’s entry-level Kindle is probably the most reasonably priced with an inventory value of $100 (the worth has dipped to as little as $75 throughout flash gross sales). Bigger format e-readers just like the Kindle Scribe are nearer to $400.
Display screen measurement
Some individuals are tremendous with smaller e-readers with 6-inch screens however others choose somewhat bit bigger display (the Kindle Paperwhite has a 6.8-inch display). You may also step as much as a jumbo mannequin with a ten.3-inch display if you’d like a extra pill like expertise, however the greater e-readers do weigh extra.
Waterproofing
If you happen to plan on utilizing your e-reader within the tub, across the pool or on the seashore (or any physique of water), chances are you’ll wish to take into account getting a mannequin that’s rated as being absolutely waterproof (it could actually really be submerged in water and survive).
Lighting scheme
A number of the extra superior lighting schemes characteristic extra LED lights and the power to regulate each brightness and colour temperature.
Display screen decision and pixel density
Even entry-level e-readers now include so-called “HD” E Ink shows so you do not have to fret a lot about having a crisp sufficient display with sharp textual content. The important thing spec to search for is pixel density. 300 ppi (pixels per inch) is what you ideally need although some bigger shows do not supply that.
Bodily page-turn buttons
Most e-readers now have touchscreens, so that you you’ll be able to flip pages by merely touching or swiping the display. Nevertheless, some e-readers do have bodily buttons you can press to show pages. Some folks like having these bodily page-turn buttons.
