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Kindles and other eReaders: Are They Worth the Expense?
By Meaghan Montrose | February 8, 2010
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Devices for displaying e-books are the latest craze in technology. Some of the popular options include the Amazon Kindle, Sony PRS-700, and Barnes & Noble Nook. These devices allow you to read a book electronically. The sizes of the devices vary but are generally slightly larger in length and width than a traditional paperback, but much less in thickness.
There are many obvious advantages to an eReader such as the portability and decrease in volume. (How great to be a college student with all of your textbooks available on one small device!) However, even with this in mind, is the cost of the devices really worth it?
The SavingAdvice.com blog has posted an article about the cost-effectiveness of these devices. The author of Is an eReader a Wise Purchase? weighs the pros and cons of an eReader. Check out the post for the answer!
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