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Help me choose an 8" ereader (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 year ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Hi everyone,

I'd really like to get into e-readers and my preferred size would be 8"

But I can't make up my mind. The one that interests me the most is the Boox Nova Air2, but since it runs Android and I heard Boox is does not offer android upgrades, I'm worried that I will be sitting on a brick after only a mere years aince Android moves so fast.

Is there a non-android e-reader like the Air2? Or are my concerns overblown?

Thank you

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I'm not sure I understand your concern. If the alternative is getting an Android tablet or iPad then I agree that being locked in a previous version of the OS can be a disappointing experience, but the Boox devices are primarily e-readers which, since they run on Android, can also double as tablets for some tasks. When you compare it to the other e-ink alternatives, I'd say the Boox devices probably age the best, since even if the company drops support you can still find APKs around to make new uses. As for the basics - reading, taking notes, browsing occasionally - you're already well suited, so no need to worry much about upgrades.

Mine is the original Nova Air and (as you can probably tell) I like it a lot. What other choices are you considering?