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Pros: The Sony PRS 500 is a great portable reader. from Shopping.com If you are only going to use the Sony Reader to read ebooks, this is the gadget for you. I really like the minimal packaging that came with this device which includes the Sony Reader, a well written getting started manual, a CD and a USB sync/charge cable. from Target.com Long Battery life. Cons: PDF support is severely crippled. The Bottom Line: I think the Sony Reader is a great product...unless you want to use it with PDF files. from Shopping.com damaged it you would be out a lot of money so in addition to an expensive purchase you should also purchase a service contract. I liked this device. Unless the price drops significantly, more e-books available through Sony or they alter the device to allow other formats currently in use to work on this reader it just seems to be destined to be another artifact on gadgeteers museum shelf. My uncle has room right next to his $3.000 Sony Betamax. from Target.com Here's an update to my charging problem. I finally sent the eReader back to Sony for the charging problem. They replaced the battery, and so far, no problems. from Bhphotovideo.com Bought this for my wife and she loves it except for a few problems. Sony advertises 7500 pages without recharging - not even close - maybe 300-400. As stated by the other reviewer, charging is a pain. from Bhphotovideo.com I have been using ebook readers for many years dating back to the Gemstar Ebook. The size and weight of the Sony reader makes it easy to take along. The controls are fairly easy and simple to use although I did feel the need to read through the users manual. from Crutchfield.com That means that your viewing angles are basically that of a real book, whereas with LCD screens this can be rather limited. Also, the e-ink lacks that subtle LCD "layering" which often spoils the ebook reading effect by reminding the user that they are, indeed, just staring at a computer screen. When I first saw text on the screen of the Sony Reader, I actually thought that it was a non-working display model with a printed page pasted on the screen. Simply amazing. from Target.com Pros: Solid construction, excellent display even outside, impressive battery life, supports multiple eBook formats. Cons: Expensive (unless you work a deal), Sony's desktop software and DRM, slow screen refreshes. The Bottom Line: If you love reading and want a powerful/portable solution to carry a huge library around with you, this is for you. from Shopping.com It truly does not look like any sort of screen, excepting the bezel. All of this being said, do your due diligence before purchasing. If you're going to be relying exclusively on Sony's CONNECT store for your ebooks, you will likely be disappointed. There is, unfortunately, not an extensive selection at the time of this writing. from Crutchfield.com

Released	over 3 years ago
Installed Memory	128 MB
Interface Type	USB 1.1
Built-in Music Player	MP3 Player
Battery Type	Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Color Depth	2-bit (4 gray levels)
Depth	0.5 in.
Expansion Slot	Secure Digital (SD) Card Slot Memory Stick Slot
Height	6.88 in.
Included Accessories	AC adapter USB Client Cable Carrying Case
MPN	PRS-500
Processor Speed	800 MHz
Screen Resolution	800 x 600
Screen Size (Diagonal)	6 inch
UPC	027242691438
Weight	9 oz.
Width	4.88 in.

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