Although ebooks can be read from any computer, ebook viewers are the right tool for the job for anyone wanting to read ebooks remotely. Ebook hardware is perfect for those who want to read an ebook because it offers the mobility of a paper book.
To view ebooks anywhere, anytime, you need to be sure you have the ebook hardware that suits your needs. Handheld ebook viewers come with a range of features including monochrome or color LCD screens, storage of 10-50 books, highlighting and annotation functions, search capabilities, bookmarking, etc. Ebook viewers may also come with handy accessories such as an electronic calendar, contact list, full function scientific and business calculator, and basic references. Ebook viewers may also be found in other personal digital assistants (PDAs) with a higher range of capabilities.
With a variety of choices in price, options, and features, finding the right ebook viewer to match your preferences is important. Reading a book in electronic format with the right ebook hardware can bring convenience and practicality. With the range available in the quality and features of ebook viewers, choose your ebook hardware carefully - consider its memory, screen features, battery life, and overall performance.
Viewers
Franklin EBM-900 eBookman (Translucent Blue)
The Franklin EBM-900 eBookman is an 8 MB multimedia and content player in a pocketable format. With the eBookman, you can download and read or listen to thousands of your favorite books. For reading comfort, the eBookman has a large display that shows 87 percent more information than other handheld devices. If you need to check a definition while reading a book, the eBookman comes with an easily accessible Merriam-Webster dictionary. You can also listen to music by downloading your favorite songs in MP3 format. The built-in microphone allows you to record messages that you can play back anytime, or write quick notes using either the built-in stylus or the pop-up keyboard. The eBookman has a calendar, address book, to-do list, and scheduler so you can remain organized by carrying all of your important personal data with you wherever you go. The eBookman features state-of-the-art compression, highly sophisticated search, and easy-to-use hypertext... [ More ]
Franklin EBM-911 eBookMan (Translucent Graphite)
The Franklin EBM-911 eBookman is a 16 MB multimedia reader and content player in a pocketable format. With the eBookman, you can download and read or listen to even more of your favorite books. For reading comfort, the eBookman has a large display that shows 87 percent more information than other handheld devices. The display is backlit and easy to read in both dim and very bright light. If you need to check a definition while reading a book, the eBookman comes with an easily accessible Merriam-Webster dictionary. You can also listen to music by downloading your favorite songs in MP3 format. The built-in microphone allows you to record messages that you can play back anytime, or write quick notes using either the built-in stylus or the pop-up keyboard. The eBookman also helps keep your personal data organized wherever you go, with a calendar, address book, to-do list, and scheduler. The eBookman features state- of-the-art compression, highly sophisticated search, and easy-to-use hypertext. The Franklin EBM-911 eBookman comes with a one-year warranty... [ More ]
Franklin EBM-901 eBookman (Metallic Black)
The Franklin EBM-901 eBookman is an 8 MB multimedia reader and content player in a pocketable format. With the eBookman, you can download and read or listen to thousands of your favorite books. For reading comfort, the eBookman has a large display that shows 87 percent more information than other handheld devices. The display is backlit and is easy to read in both dim and very bright light. If you need to check a definition while reading a book, the eBookman comes with an easily accessible Merriam-Webster dictionary. You can also listen to music by downloading your favorite songs in MP3 format. The built-in microphone allows you to record messages that you can play back anytime, or you can write quick notes using either the built-in stylus or the pop-up keyboard. You can keep your personal data organized wherever you go with the eBookman's calendar, address book, to-do list, and scheduler. The eBookman features state- of-the-art compression, highly sophisticated search, and easy-to-use hypertext... [ More ]
