Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-350

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1912 reviews of Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-350. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the battery and screen. The size and portability also get good views. There are some critical reviews about the reliability and price, and opinions are divided on the performance.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-350

alaTest has collected and analyzed 40 user reviews of Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-350 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Comments about the performance and design are on the whole positive. The screen and portability are also mentioned favorably, but many are negative about the reliability and price.

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88% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-350

alaTest has collected and analyzed 28 user reviews of Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-350 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviews about the screen and performance are generally positive. The size and usability are also mentioned favorably. Many are critical about the reliability and price, and there are some mixed reviews about the battery.

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89% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Expert review by : Trusted Reviews (trustedreviews.com)

Sony Pocket Reader (PRS-350)

Sony's entry level reader receives a touchscreen update.

May, 2011

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Expert review by : Melissa J Perenson, pcworld.com (techadvisor.co.uk)

Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-350 review

Like its larger siblings in Sony's latest line of e-readers, the Sony Reader Pocket Edition employs Sony's unique optical technology to allow fingers to tap away.

For a small-screen e-reader, the new Sony Reader Pocket Edition is one of the best models you can buy - but you'll pay extra for Sony's unique touchscreen design.

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : paul_smart (gadgetspeak.com)

Sony eBook Reader Pocket Edition : Sony PRS-350 E-Book Reader Pocket Edition

Unlike the earlier version of this – that I was ashamed to be seen with in public – I have been happy to be seen reading this in public. In case you are wondering why the first one needed to be used in private it was PINK.

There is a Quick Start Guide with the first eight pages in English and this should enable even a novice to get going. The only other item in the box is the 1.2metre micro USB to USB lead that provides battery charge and the ability to add books and...

Feb, 2011

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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Sony - Reader Pocket PRS-350

With the Apple iPad making a splash when it launched earlier this year, and Amazon enjoying continued success with its Kindle device, e-book readers are a boom business. So much so that Sony wants to have ...

As we noted at the outset, Amazon's Kindle is really the one to beat when it comes to e-book readers. And the Sony Reader Pocket PRS-350 may not quite have the Kindle's clout, but it does offer some notable advantages of its own, including better...

Dec, 2010

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Expert review by : Dan Worth (theinquirer.net)

Sony PRS-350 review

Sony downsizes Amazon's Kindle

Well designed, lightweight and compact chassis, easy to use, good format support

No memory expansion options

launched an e-reader assault on Amazon, and this time it's aiming to beat its rival in terms of size. With a 5-inch screen, the PRS-350 is a fair bit smaller than the 6-inch Kindle, measuring 104.3 x 145 x 8.5mm compared to the Kindle's 123 x 190 x...

Nov, 2010

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Sony Reader PRS-350 review

Sony Reader PRS-350 review,Pocket-sized device has a compact and lightweight design, but lacks wireless connectivity, technology news from Dan Worth at v3.co.uk

Well designed; lightweight and compact chassis; easy to use; long battery life; good format support

No memory expansion options; no wireless or 3G connection; more expensive that Kindle 2 with Wi-Fi and 3G

The Sony Reader PRS-350 is a compact, stylish and well designed device. Combining a simple design with a small form factor means that those previously put off from buying an e-book reader may reconsider, especially frequent business travellers. The...

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : Anthony Dhanendran (talktalk.co.uk)

Sony Reader Pocket PRS-350 ebook reader

Pocket ebook reader that now includes touch-control So far Sony is the only manufacturer of ebook reading devices that has attempted to break away from the slightly-larger-than-a-book-sized ...

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : Techworld (techworld.com)

Sony Reader Pocket Edition PRS-350SC review

Among the small 5 inch-screen e-reader set, which includes models from lesser known makers such as Aluratek and Bookeen, Sony has leaped to the head of the pack. If you want your e-reader in a paperback size, the Sony Reader Pocket Edition is the best...

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : de.engadget.com (engadget.com)

Review: verbesserte Sony Reader Pocket Edition (PRS-350SC)

Sony hat seinem E-Book-Reader Pocker Edition ein Upgrade gegönnt: neben dem neuen 5-Zoll E Ink Pearl-Display verfügt er nun über einen extrem reaktionsfähigen Touchscreen zur Navigation durch Bücher und Menus. Dieser ist nach Meinung der US-Kollegen...

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : Terrence Russell (wired.com)

Review: Sony PRS-350 E-Reader

Sony tries its hand at touchscreen tech and E-Readers. The result is a mighty strange device not without a few flaws.

Compact design is both eye-catching and travel-friendly. Touchscreen makes highlighting passages and notation a breeze. Sixteen contrast levels makes outdoor reading a cinch. Screen stays smudge-free even after numerous swipes. Battery only needs a...

Missing Wi-Fi and 3G makes it too expensive. Sony’s online store leaves a lot to be desired. Comes in robotic silver or cartoonish pink. No headphone jack means no audio books. Cheap-feeling buttons and stylus are unforgivable

Oct, 2010

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