From Sony's web site:
(http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10151&catalogId=10551&langId=-1&productId=8198552921665921188)
The Reader Pocket Edition™ lets you access up to 350 of your favorite books from anywhere. Its elegant, lightweight design is small enough to slip into a purse or jacket pocket, and features a 5" display with E Ink®Vizplex paper-like screen technology for easy reading, even in direct sunlight. For added versatility, it supports multiple file formats including ePub and PDF, offering access to more books from more places, including the Reader™ Store and over one million free public domain titles from Google Books.
Lightweight and Portable with 5" Display
Take your library with you. Featuring a stunning 5-inch display and lightweight design, the Reader Pocket Edition easily slides into a purse or jacket pocket. And with three adjustable font sizes, you can resize the text to suit your reading preference.
Multiple Formats Supported
Providing more than just a superior reading experience, the Reader Pocket Edition, supports Adobe® PDF, Microsoft Word, BBeB Book and other text file formats, as well as EPUB/ACS4 and connection with Adobe Digital Editions. Plus, the Reader Pocket Edition is PC and Mac compatible
More Books from More Places
By supporting both industry standard formats, ePub and PDF, you can access books at the Reader Store, check out books from public libraries, access over one million free public domain titles from Google Books, as well as sharing sites, online aggregators and personal publishers.
Paper-like Display for Easy Reading
Featuring E Ink® Vizplex™ technology, the Reader Pocket Edition delivers an astonishing almost paper-like reading experience, which makes it easy to read, even outdoors in direct sunlight.
A Library of Books in One Device
Ideal for the constant traveler, daily commuter or leisurely reader, the Reader Pocket Edition lets you carry up to 350 of your favorite books at a time.
Charge and Read for Two Full Weeks
While most portable electronics lose power after only a few hours, the Reader Pocket Edition provides up to two full weeks of reading (7,500 continuous page turns) on a single battery charge.
IMPORTANT NOTES FROM SELLER
- This item was received as a gift. The box has been opened and the unit has been switched on once and had one (free) book downloaded onto it, but it has otherwise never been used and is in pristine condition in all original packaging with all original contents
- It's an impressive product, but please be aware that you will have to give an address in the USA in order to purchase books online from the Sony Reader store. There are however no restrictions regarding the downloading of public domain books (i.e., books scanned by Google and made available for free online - 1,000,000+ books, including most if not all the major classics)
- Also included is a very nice cover
