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Testseek.com have collected 45 expert reviews of the Sony Reader PRS-600 Touch Edition and the average rating is 72%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Reader PRS-600 Touch Edition.


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The editors liked

  • The PRS-600 is sleeker than the Kindle
  • Touch screen is more responsive than last years Sony Reader
  • Interface offers better ergonomics and is mostly easy to use
  • With the addition of an optional memory card (SD or Memory Stick Pro)
  • Its capable of s...
  • Touchscreen simulates page turns
  • Downloads library books
  • Includes expansion card slots
  • Fullfeatured reader with a good music player
  • Excellent
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Sleek design. Touch-screen interface. Compatible with the ePub format
  • Which Amazon's Kindles don't support.
  • Desktop software for easy sync
  • Wide array of file formats supported
  • Useful Notes functions
  • Touch screen and stylus
  • Good battery life
  • Good form factor and build quality
  • Easy to use homescreen
  • Public library access
  • Solid construction
  • Fast page turns
  • Startup times
  • Touch screen for navigating
  • Note taking

The editors didn't like

  • Screen is still glare-prone
  • Screen contrast (how dark the letters are) isnt as good as what youll find on competing models
  • Lack of wireless access means all files must be dragged and dropped from a PC
  • Battery is sealed into unit
  • Notation and mark...
  • No wireless download capability
  • Lacks sturdy case
  • A tad heavy and pricey
  • Requires a PC to add content
  • Dull screen. Books must be sideloaded via computer. AC adapter is an optional $30 accessory.
  • Screen has more glare and not as crisp as nontouch screen eReaders
  • Slow text input via touch screen keyboard
  • Paltry instructions in package
  • Optional case with builtin light is expensive addition
  • My impressions of the new Sony eReader PRS600
  • Are good
  • But it deserves a peek into the history of Kindle and Sony eReaders
  • Before we take a closer look
  • A Brief History of Sony vs. Kindle
  • I
  • Touch layer reduces contrast
  • Causes glare (even indoors)
  • No Wi-Fi or wireless capabilities for buying books
  • Heavy for its size

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  Published: 2010-08-13, review by: hinnavaatlus.ee

  • Abstract:  Sony PRS-600 Digital Book Reader. Ideaalne kaaslane, kui vaja pidevalt töömaterjale või raamatuid lugeda! Kuna raamatuid loen palju ja need suht kallid, siis otsustasin ära proovida E-Reader-i. Tellisin USA ebayst. Maksis 170$, saatmiskulu 32$ ja toll...

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  Published: 2010-07-01, review by: computershopper.com

  • Solid construction; fast page turns, startup times; touch screen for navigating, note taking
  • Touch layer reduces contrast, causes glare (even indoors); no Wi-Fi or wireless capabilities for buying books; heavy for its size
  • As much as we like this e-reader’s solid build and responsiveness, these pluses can’t outweigh the glare problems that plague its touch screen. ...

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  Published: 2010-03-15, review by: about.com

  • Abstract:  Sony got a little touchy when it decided to do its triple launch of eBook readers, adding the Reader Touch or "PRS-600" to a new lineup that includes its Pocket and Daily editions. As its name implies, the Touch Edition features a 6-inch touchscreen in...

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  Published: 2009-12-21, review by: macworld.com

  • Abstract:  E-books have numerous benefits. Eliminating paper saves resources. E-book readers take up little room in travelers' backpacks and purses, and yet can store the equivalent of a whole bookshelf. You don't have to go anywhere to buy or borrow an e-book ti...

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  Published: 2009-12-03, review by: pcmag.com

  • Sleek design. Touch-screen interface. Compatible with the ePub format, which Amazon's Kindles don't support.
  • Dull screen. Books must be sideloaded via computer. AC adapter is an optional $30 accessory.
  • The Reader Touch Edition is a stylish device with a touch interface that makes navigation a snap, but a difficult-to-read screen sinks this Sony e-book reader....

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  Published: 2009-11-03, Author: Yardena Arar , review by: techworld.com

  • Sony continues to be a class act in the digital book realm, and since it now supports ePub, it should rival Amazon in the breadth of available content. At $300 (£200), it's pricier than many other ebook readers, but it's also one of the best designed ...

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  Published: 2009-10-30, review by: pcworld.com

  • Fullfeatured reader with a good music player, Excellent, intuitive user interface,
  • A tad heavy and pricey, Requires a PC to add content

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  Published: 2009-10-06, review by: macnn.com

  • Abstract:  Sleek, easy to navigate, touch screen eReader from Sony with five zoom levels. eBook Library software make syncing with a desktop easy. A perfect fit for iPod/iPhone users. Desktop software for easy sync. Wide array of file formats supported. Use...

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  Published: 2009-10-06, review by: electronista.com

  • Desktop software for easy sync, Wide array of file formats supported, Useful Notes functions, Touch screen and stylus, Good battery life, Good form factor and build quality, Easy to use homescreen, Public library access,
  • Screen has more glare and not as crisp as nontouch screen eReaders, Slow text input via touch screen keyboard, Paltry instructions in package, Optional case with builtin light is expensive addition, My impressions of the new Sony eReader PRS600, are good, but it deserves a peek into the history of Kindle and Sony eReaders, before we take a closer look, A Brief History of Sony vs. Kindle, I
  • and Final ThoughtsOverall, my experience with the PRS-600 has been excellent. The screen is clear and readable in most lighting conditions, the eBook Library software works well, and the device is sleek, light, and compact. With a touch screen and sty...

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  Published: 2009-09-23, Author: Cliff Edwards , review by: Businessweek.com

  • Touchscreen simulates page turns; downloads library books; includes expansion card slots
  • No wireless download capability; lacks sturdy case
  • Sonys mid-tier Reader will suit e-book buyers who want a touchscreen but dont need wireless access

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