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Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-300

PCWorld Rating

3.5
3.5 / 5 - PCWorld, Oct 30, 2009

Pros

  • Controls are simple and intuitive
  • Inexpensive and great for travel

Cons

  • No included dictionary
  • No support for image or HTML files

Bottom Line

The Sony Reader Pocket Edition delivers mainstream e-book features in a highly portable package at a great price.

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PCWorld's Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-300 Coverage
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    Faced with competition from Apple's iPad, Sony follows the lead of its rivals and cuts prices across its line of Reader devices.
  • E-Reader Price Wars: You Out There, Sony?
    Borders has responded (sort of) to price cuts made by Amazon and Barnes & Noble, but we've yet to hear from Sony.
  • Top E-Readers Dedicated e-readers continue to gain attention, but the category has morphed from focusing on models with E Ink screens--which are relatively lightweight and easier to see in daylight--to include models with LCD screens. Here's how 10 models stack up.

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