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Top 5 E-Readers

Dedicated e-readers continue to gain attention for their relatively light weight, and their ability to easily read books in daylight. Here are five of the best you can buy today.

Edited by Melissa J. Perenson, PCWorld

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Last Rated:
August 22, 2010

1. Amazon Kindle (Wi-Fi/3G, 3rd Generation)

The third-generation Kindle is the first to truly make e-reading an appealing proposition.

Last Rated:
July 29, 2010

2. Amazon Kindle DX (Graphite)

Large-format e-reader now comes with improved contrast and Wi-Fi.

 $359.00
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3. Sony Reader Touch Edition PRS-600

With the addition of ePub support, the Sony Reader Touch Edition shapes up as a formidable competitor to Amazon's Kindles.

 $159.88 - $249.99
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4. Barnes and Noble Nook

Poky performance that may or may not be owing simply to an as-yet-unresolved software issue makes an unqualified recommendation of this attractive, innovative device impossible.

 $199.00
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5. Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-300

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

 $119.99 - $159.95
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