Do you read books like a maniac? Then the COOL-ER eBook Reader is the gadget for you.

Set to become the iPod of eReaders, this wafer thin gizmo will revolutionise the way you read and buy books.

Capable of storing between 500-800 novels, the 1GB COOL-ER (expandable via SD) uses E-ink technology to replicate the experience of reading a book. It has to be seen to be disbelieved; the glare-free 6” display looks just like paper. You’ll be tempted to lick your finger to turn the pages. It’s also unaffected by direct sunlight, so you can carry on reading wherever you may roam.

Simply download your books from any of the countless online sources floating around in cyberspace and drag them on to this USB friendly slice of genius. It’s easier than…erm, picking up a book. Better still, all COOL-ER owners receive a 25% lifetime discount at Coolerbooks.com, home to over 750,000 titles, 500,000 of which are completely free.

The COOL-ER’s internal battery charges in around three hours and lasts for 8000 page turns (the equivalent of reading War and Peace five times).The COOL-ER’s iPod-style scroll wheel acts as a menu selector and page turner. It also lets you select from six font sizes and toggle between landscape and portrait viewing.

This gadget also plays MP3s, so you can listen as you read.

COOL-ER eBook Reader features:

• Size: 6″
• Operating System: Linux
• Storage: 1GB
• Memory: 128MB
• Processor: Samsung S3C2440 ARM 400MHz
• Battery Life (single charge): 8000 page
• Memory Expansion: SD Card (up to 4GB)
• Supported Formats: PDF, EPUB, FB2, RTF, TXT, HTML, PRC, JPG, MP3
• Page Orientation: Easy Switch Landscape/Portrait Options

Availability and pricing info

COOL-ER eBook Reader cost £189.95 and is available at FireBox.com.

Ebooks are becoming very popular because of their main benefit: instant access.

When a paper book is released you have order it and wait until it is delivered. The delivering process can take even weeks if you live far away form the place where the book is.

For ebooks you don’t have to wait: just pay the book and it is delivered instantly.

That is why electronic gadgets for reading are selling very well.

Sony PRS505S eBook Reader is slim, lightweight and compact and it lets you store and take stacks of books with you wherever you go. You can download up to 160 books you’ve purchased from the internet to its memory.

Sony PRS505S eBook Reader Key Features

• Battery lifeHow long the battery lasts for until it needs recharging   Up to 7,500 page turns (when reading only; usage may vary) 
• Dimensions   H175 x W122 x D8mm 
• Finish   Silver 
• Memory card slotGreater amount of slots means more variety of card formats can be used   SD, Memory stick 
• Power supply   Rechargeable lithium battery 
• Weight   260g 

The Sony eBook reader uses impressive e Ink technology to create the look of traditional print on its 6” screen, so it’s just like reading real paper. There’s no backlight so there’s no strain on your eyes, no flickering screen to distract you – for a really relaxing read you can even take it outside on a sunny day.

Because of the eBook’s ability to play MP3 files, you can even listen to your favorite tracks as you enjoy the latest page turner.

Conclusion

This is a recommended gadget for people who enjoys reading and traveling.

If you are using this tech gadget just for reading the battery life is enough to read hundreds of books. I don’t know how much the battery will last is you are listening to audiobooks.

I think ebook readers have a beautiful future because more and more people are concern by protecting the environment and they want to reduce the quantity of paper. Also this little device is appreciated by the ones who want their book delivered right away.

Pricing and availably info

Right now Sony PRS505S eBook Reader cost £199 and you can find it at Johnlewis.com. Also it is available at Amazon.co.uk.