I’ve been a book reader for a long time, but never got into eBooks. I want to try it out next, but don’t want to use any privacy vilotating devices or software. So, those “10 best” lists I found while searching are out, all of the Amazon crap is out.
What’s left? What’s a good device to buy so I can self-host my own eBook library and get into eReading. I would prefer suggestions for devices which just read books and comics and such. I don’t need access to the app stores on it, I think.
Thanks for any ideas.
ETA: I have a Linux PC and an Android phone, if those things matter.
ETA2: Thank you all for these replies. You’ve given me a lot to think about and I appreciate the help!
LAST EDIT: Getting a Kobo Clara Color, 6" eInk dealie-bob! Thanks y’all. Don’t let this stop you from posting your suggestions still. Posts like these help many over time. Y’all rock!
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I was on the same journey as you a month or so back and luckily the PineNote just got a second batch produced.
I wrote down some of my thoughts here, maybe that helps: https://domistyle.gitlab.io/pinenote-2024/
You page loads up then it goes away. Not sure what’s up. Maybe it’s my ad blockers. Who knows.
Which browser do you use? The only issue I’m aware of is that the videos don’t load on Firefox for Android.
I’m pretty sure I’ve done that with chrome safari and Firefox. If you want to make sure nothing is cached, do this. Disable java script. Open a private browser then go to the site. That should take care of the pay wall. 😀
I read your blog post. I was interested until I saw the price on the EU store :(
I ordered from the global store and paid 530€. Still expensive of course and it comes without warranty but it is cheaper and in stock.