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enTourage eDGe
$499.00
Released February, 2010
The Pros:Dual screens with different functionality - 9.7" e-paper on the left, 10.1" LCD display with Wacom digitizer on the right. Two sides of the device communicate - eg/ easily look up words you find on your left reader side in a browser on the right. Runs Android.
The Cons:High price. No official Android Marketplace support. 6-16 hours of battery life (16 hours with e-paper only) - short compared to the competition.
The enTourage eDGe is a sophisticated dual-screen e-book reader that combines the functions of an e-reader, netbook, notepad, and audio-video recorder/player. It allows users to read an e-book, surf the Internet, take digital notes, send/receive instant messages or email, record videos/audio, and even watch a movie or listen to music.
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The left screen hosts a 9.7” e-paper display with 16 shades of gray, whereas the right screen is 10.1” and features the Google Android operating system. It stays connected either via the integrated 802.11b/g card or with an optional EVDO/HSDPA 3G modem. Included also is Bluetooth, an SD card slot, dual USB ports, a headphone jack, and a rechargeable battery that can last anywhere from 6 to 16 hours.
Additional Information
Both screens are touchscreen and encourage scribbling/note-taking by hand, virtual keyboard, or optional keyboard. They can also be flipped around 180 degrees putting the e-journal on the right and the netbook on the left.
Features
- Dual-Screen E-Book Reader
- 9.7” E-Paper Display
- 10.1” LCD Display
- Google Android OS
- WiFi Connectivity
- 3G Connectivity (Optional)
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- USB Connectivity
- SD Memory Expansion
- Rechargeable
Specifications
- OS: Linux w/Android
- E-Paper Display: 9.7” e-Ink
- E-Paper Input: Wacom Penabled
- LCD Display: 10.1” (1024x600)
- Screen Rotation: 90/180 Degrees
- Internal Memory: 4GB (3000 books)
- External Memory: SD, USB
- Audio: 3.5mm; integrated mic/speakers
- Mobile Modem (Optional): EVDA or HSDPA
- Battery: Lithium-ion polymer (6-16 hours)
- Connectivity: 802.11b/g, Bluetooth
- E-Reader File Formats: ePub, PDF
- Audio File Formats: MP3, WAV, 3GPP, MP4, AMR, AAC, OGG, M4A
- Video File Formats: 3GP, MP4, Adobe Flash Lite (H.264)
- Inputs: Stylus on e-paper/touchscreen; virtual keyboard; Bluetooth/USB keyboard (optional)
Model Variations
- enTourage eDGe | Midnight Blue - $490.00
- enTourage eDGe | Piano Black - $490.00
- enTourage eDGe | Ruby Red - $530.00
- enTourage eDGe | Glaciar White - $530.00
- enTourage eDGe | Icy Blue - $530.00
User Reviews (6)
Pros & Cons
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dual screens with different functionality - 9.7" e-paper on the left, 10.1" LCD display with Wacom digitizer on the right
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two sides of the device communicate - eg/ easily look up words you find on your left reader side in a browser on the right
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two devices in one - much better than carrying both a netbook and e-reader
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includes netbook-like functionality - much improved over the read-only functionality of an e-reader
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Wacom digitizer - lets you hand write notes precisely
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USB ports for external peripherals - eg/ external keyboard
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the first of a new type of device - sleek, lightweight all-in-one, much better suited to the students needs than a netbook/notebook/e-reader/smartphone
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no official Android Marketplace support
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6-16 hours of battery life (16 hours with e-paper only) - short compared to the competition
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quite thick and large - 3x thicker than the Kindle DX, the size of a netbook
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less attractive book buying experience compared to its big e-book reader competition
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