Sony PRS-500 eBook Reader is one of the slimmest digital book readers. The screen of the device doesn’t need a backlight. It is visible nicely in bright environment. The most important parameter of the device is the capacity of eBooks; it allows the user to read. It can be classified under two categories.
One is the capacity of the battery which enables the user to read eBooks for longer hours. The battery is efficient enough for more than two weeks of reading. Second is the memory capacity of the device. It comes with SD or memory stick Pro. It is capable of storing thousands of eBooks.
The device has the specialty to control the font size. Reading is regulated by the size of the font. If the font is small, the reading will end up in irritation. On the other hand, when the font is large, it will make the user tried by turning the pages. The font size should be optimum for every individual person. They need to adjust the font size according to their taste and their mood. This action can be performing with the help of single button press.
Sony PRS-500 supports many formats of files. It displays PDFs and Microsoft word file for the purpose of reading and at the same time, it supports image files and mp3 files for the purpose of viewing and listening respectively. This lightweight device is a gift to the people who love to read books.
Sony PRS-500 eBook Reader also comes with certain disadvantages. The users are experiencing a delay while turning the pages. This delay may turn in to an irritating factor when it happens all the time. The interface of the device is also not up to the mark.
People are feeling the display is excellent but the delays and bad interface resembles the device as tag sluggish. Transferring files from computers is very fast and simple whereas there is some problem when transferring files from other devices such as all kinds of Bluetooth enabled devices.
Apart from the about disadvantages, this device is termed as one of the best eBook readers. The key factor of the device is the hardware. The brand name, Sony, supports the performance of the device. Sony PRS-500 eBook Reader is available at an affordable rate of $ 280. The device can suit to all kinds of work. You can try the device for both personal or for professionals work. I