Reader Wi-Fi

Model number: PRS-T1BC
Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars
Cherish your favorite titles without the distraction of annoying ads. Get the world's first eReader capable of borrowing from your local library wirelessly2 or shop books, magazines and newspapers at Reader™ Store.

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$129.99

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Just say no to ads.

Curl up with all the hottest titles and none of the distracting ads on the world's lightest 6" e-Reader3. Admire the lovably glare-free, paper-like display designed for hours of comfortable reading, even in direct sunlight. Use your fingertips to select a title, turn the page or zoom in and out. Get the titles you want at Reader™ Store or use the world's first eReader with wireless public library access to borrow books directly from the device for free.

"The overall form factor is the best I've ever seen on an eReader; it's comfortable, easy to hold and store, and it looks great ... Books are easy to get using nothing but the Reader itself. Users can opt to download eBooks to their computers and transfer them via USB to the Reader, but with a Wi-Fi connection, there really is no need." — James Pikover, Gadget Review

  • Awesomely Ad Free

    Get lost in the story, not annoying ads. Get away from it all minus the distractions and focus on what matters — the plot. Reader Wi-Fi makes it easier to concentrate on the content you want, right out of the box.

  • Wireless Public Library Downloads

    Want an eBook to read for free? Pay a virtual visit to your local library any time of the day or night without setting foot outside your home. Tap the Public Library icon to wirelessly peruse, borrow and download eBooks from local public libraries directly to the device2.

    "Sony has made the library process extremely simple. Given the rather complicated Amazon process, if you are interested in library borrowing then there is no question that the Sony is the unit to have. Overall, the Sony is an excellent unit and clearly it is one to get if you want to use public libraries." — TeleRead

  • Will Travel

    At less than 6 ounces and lighter than most paperbacks, the small, fiercely stylish Reader Wi-Fi is the lightest 6" e-Reader there is3. Simply pop it in a purse, pocket or bag and keep your reading material constantly close at hand.

  • The Titles You Want on Tap

    Line the shelves of your virtual library with the hottest new releases, page-turning bestsellers and classics close to your heart. Choose from books, newspapers, magazines and more at Reader Store to download wirelessly wherever you are.

  • Fetching Display

    A simple touch to the Clear Enhanced display calls up your favorite books, while a swipe of the finger turns their pages and a pinch of two fingers can zoom in and out. Your eyes will thank you for the natural reading experience the E-Ink® Pearl V220 antiglare screen provides, especially in direct sunlight.

  • Serious Book Smarts

    Tap and hold your finger on any word you don't recognize for instant access to two on-board English dictionaries, as well as 10 additional foreign language dictionaries. Use the note-taking feature to highlight important text or jot down notes using your finger or the included stylus.

Get lost in the story, not annoying ads on the world's lightest 6" eReader3 with a glare-free display that's designed for hours of comfortable reading. Fall in love with the paper-like E-Ink® Pearl V220 screen — it's easy on the eyes, even in direct sunlight. Choose what to read next from the latest releases and bestsellers at Reader™ Store1 or use the wireless public library access to borrow books directly to the device for free. Use your fingertips to select a title, turn the page or zoom in and out.

Get lost in your books, not ads

Enjoy your favorite titles on Reader Wi-Fi without the distraction of annoying ads.

Titles you want from Reader™ Store

Wirelessly shop for the latest releases, bestsellers, magazines and newspapers from Reader™ Store.1

Over 1 month of battery life5

Read for over a month on a single battery charge5 ? that will get you through your long vacation or up to 14,000 continuous page turns.6

Open browser

Learn more about what you’re reading with immediate access to websites like Wikipedia and Google search. Or, use the open browser to access other websites.

Bookmark pages

Bookmark pages and return to them instantly.

World’s lightest 6” eReader

Weighing less than 6 ounces, the lightest 6” eReader around3 is no bigger than an average paperback. This slim, 0.35 inch device has an elegant curved profile for easy holding and carrying in a pocket or bag.

EPUB, PDF, Text supported

Wide content support of EPUB, PDF, and TXT files give you the choice to read a variety of content formats.

Take notes & highlight text

Write notes on the page or highlight text as you would in a traditional book using your finger or the supplied stylus.

12 built-in dictionaries

Utilize the 12 on board dictionaries including 2 English language (British/American) and 10 translation (to and from French, German, Spanish, Dutch and Italian). Tap and hold a word to find its meaning or translate into one of the 5 supported languages.

Audio playback

Plug in your headphones to listen to audio books or to music as you read.7

Wireless public library downloads

Get the world’s first eReader to offer Wi-Fi® public library access and downloads from the device. Borrow free eBooks from your local public library2 using the dedicated public library icon.

Enhanced E-Ink® touch screen

Simply touch the superior 6” clear enhanced touch screen to select a book, swipe your finger to turn pages and zoom in and out by pinching your fingers together or apart. Read for hours on the E-Ink® Pearl V220 paper?like screen ? even in direct sunlight.

Stores up to 1200 titles4

Enjoy a whole library in your hands. Store up to 1200 titles4 on 2GB8 of included memory or add optional MicroSD media to expand your storage to 32GB.

Customizable content management

Keep track of all your eBooks and music files from your Reader device with customizable content collection. It’s easy to create, edit, delete and rename collections.

Adjustable font sizes

Choose between 6 fonts and 8 adjustable font sizes and adjust contrast and brightness to suit your personal reading preferences.

Product Specifications

Memory

  • Memory Size : Internal: Approx. 1.3 GB after initial setting.External: Micro SD card up to 32GB.

System Requirements

  • General : OS: - Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64 bit)- Windows 7 Starter- Windows 7 Home Basic- Windows 7 Home Premium- Windows 7 Professional- Windows 7 Ultimate- Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bit)- Windows Vista Home Basic with Service Pack 2 or later- Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 2 or later- Windows Vista Business with Service Pack 2 or later- Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 2 or later- Microsoft Windows XP (32 bit only)- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 3 or later- Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 3 or later- Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 & 2005 with Service Pack 3 or later- Mac OS X version 10.7 (64 bit only)- Mac OS X version 10.7 or laterCPU:- 1 GHz Intel processorRAM:- 512 MBFree space on hard disc:- 250 MB or moreDepending on the content amount, more space may be required.Monitor:- 1024 × 768 display with 24-bit colorNetwork:- Broadband internet connectionSpecifications: Reader software is not supported by the following environments:-An operating system other than those included above-Personally built computer or operating system-Multi-boot environment-Multi-monitor environment

Display

  • Display Technology : E Ink Pearl™ with Clear Touch Infrared Technology
  • Gray Scale : 16 level gray scale
  • Resolution : 600 x 800 pixels
  • Screen Size : 6 inches

Operating Conditions

  • Operating Temperature : 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C)

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 6 7/8 x 4 3/8 x 3/8 inches (H/W/D)
  • Weight (Approx.) : 5.9 oz

Media Formats Supported

  • DRM Text : ePub (OPS v2.0, .epub file extension, Adobe DRM protected), PDF (PDF v1.6 or before, .pdf file extension, Adobe DRM protected)
  • Image : JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP
  • Unsecured Audio : Unsecured Audio: MP3 (Non encrypted), AAC (Non encrypted)
  • Unsecured Text : ePub, PDF, TXT

Power

  • AC Power : Built-in rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DC
  • Battery Life (Approx) : A single charge lasts over a month with wireless off based upon a half-hour of daily reading time.; Read on a single battery charge for 3-4 weeks with wireless on.; Up to 14,000 continuous page turns when reading only.
  • Recharging Time : Fully charges in approximately 2 hours via the approved U.S. power adapter.Approx. 2.5 hours supports charging from your computer via the included USB2.0 cable.

Wireless/Networking

  • Wi-Fi : IEEE 802.11b / g / n

In the Box

  • Quick Start Guide
  • Important Product Information
  • USB Cable
  • Warranty
  • Stylus Pen
  • Safety Audio Tips

Product Profile

Support

  • Reader Wi-Fi Standard Cover

    Reader Wi-Fi Standard Cover

    $34.99

  • Reader Wi-Fi Standard Cover

    Reader Wi-Fi Standard Cover

    $34.99

  • Reader Wi-Fi Standard Cover

    Reader Wi-Fi Standard Cover

    $34.99

  • Reader Wi-Fi Cover with Light

    Reader Wi-Fi Cover with Light

    $49.99

  • Reader Wi-Fi Cover with Light

    Reader Wi-Fi Cover with Light

    $49.99

  • Reader Wi-Fi Cover with Light

    Reader Wi-Fi Cover with Light

    $49.99

  • Reader Wi-Fi AC Adapter

    Reader Wi-Fi AC Adapter

    $24.99

  • eBook Gift Card $25

    eBook Gift Card $25

    $25.00

PRS-T1BC 3.8 5 67 67
Reader Wi-Fi Works Great! There was a recent software update that fixed a lot of the bugs including the page flip bug. Now my reader works great. I love the look of it. I love being about to buy books and borrow books from the library directly to the reader. I would definitely recommend this reader. January 6, 2012
Excellent Ereader This is an excellent product, especially now that the price has dropped. I checked out the Kobo Wifi beforehand, and I find the Sony Reader to be much better designed. The dictionary function leaves you on the page, so you can see your word in context. It also gives you links to look up online at Google or Wikipedia. Very handy! And the Library function is great! So easy to find and download library books, and also to "return" them when you are done. Much better that the Kobo system (we bought one for a friend and helped her set it up, so I have used both and Sony wins hands down). The software runs well and is easy to use. And it auto updates which makes things easy as well. Liked this so much we bought another one for my mum! December 11, 2011
Good move This is a good move by Sony: trimming the product line to a single model, reducing the cost, adding WiFi, and bundling in a power adapter. I don't know why people are complaining about the lack of a 7-inch model. I had the 7-inch model for about a year, before losing it. When I replaced it a year ago, I got the 6-inch PRS-650, as it was cheaper. I expected the smaller size would be difficult to read or inconvenient. It isn't. I expected it would take some time to get used to. It didn't. And although it is only a little smaller than the 7-inch model it replaced, it is significantly more comfortable to hold while reading, and quite a bit more convenient to carry around (it just seems to fit into more pockets -- I can slide it into my cargo pants, for example, which wasn't possible with the 7-inch). Someone wanted to know if it's possible to zoom in on PDFs. It is on the 650, so unless Sony has taken their software backwards, I don't see why the new model would be any different. In fact, Sony's handling of PDFs is nothing short of amazing. My only complaint is that there's no trade-in program so that I can upgrade myself from the 650! (Can't really justify shelling out for what would be my third Reader in as many years!) September 22, 2011
Close to being Amazing This tablet nearly outstrips the competitors in nearly all aspects and is great to use, but it falls short of what Sony has delivered thus far. The ability to write notes on PDFs was key for me, particularly in freehand, as a student who needs to read them often. However, the plastic is cheep, and cannot stand up to the same abuses as previous models. Hopefully next the model gives back what everyone loved from before, and keeps the positives of the new. February 23, 2012
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1. Must be US or Canadian resident, age 13 years and older. Account registration required. Content availability may vary based on location.

2. Requires valid library card. Content availability may vary.

3. As of August 31, 2011.

4. Based on average un-illustrated eBook file size of 1.2 megabytes. Actual file sizes vary by digital book title. Accessible capacity may vary.

5. Measured by reading 30 minutes each day. In low coverage areas, wireless usage will consume battery power more quickly. Actual battery life may vary upon your wireless usage, product settings, battery and environmental conditions.

6. Measured using a text based content in EPUB format and a fully charged battery, consecutive page?turns at approximately one second per page under the recommended operating temperature. Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns and individual device. Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns and individual device.

7. Un-encrypted MP3 and AAC format audio files only. Headphones not included.

8. 1 GB equals one billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions.

© 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Reader, and the Sony logo are trademarks of Sony. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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