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Reader

Model number:

PRST2HBC

Rated 2.6 out of 5 stars
Curl up with a personal library at your fingertips. Shop thousands of eBooks, newspapers and magazines at Reader™ Store via built in Wi-Fi®. Save your favorite web content to enjoy any time with the Evernote® Clearly feature. Free Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone eBook voucher included.

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$129.99

Earn 130 Sony Rewards points on this purchase.

Just say no to ads.

Curl up with all the hottest titles and none of the distracting ads. 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.

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

TeleRead

Will travel.

At less than 6 ounces and lighter than most paperbacks, the small, fiercely stylish Reader is one of the lightest 6” eReaders there is. 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 to download wirelessly from Reader Store wherever you are.

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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 four translation dictionaries (English - French & English-Spanish). Use the note-taking feature to highlight important text or jot down notes with your finger or the included stylus.

The wonder of reading.

Make reading part of a child's life by introducing them to the world of Harry Potter. With mystical places and enchanting characters, Harry Potter will captivate their imagination and encourage them to keep reading. Now for the first time, you can purchase the Harry Potter stories as eBooks from the Pottermore Shop, and enjoy them on your Reader™.

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*Offer valid while device supplies last. You must register at the Pottermore Shop, redeem your code in your registered Pottermore Shop account and complete your transaction by 11:59:59 pm PST on July 31, 2013. Intended for 18 years old and above. Limit 1 code per purchase of a Sony Reader device. Visit readerstore.sony.com/pottermore for the full terms and conditions. © 2012 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Sony and Reader logos are trademarks of Sony. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Harry Potter and Pottermore Publishing Rights © J.K. Rowling. Harry Potter characters, names and related indicia are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Ent. All Rights Reserved.

Enjoy your favorite books whenever, wherever on the Sony Reader. Boasting a 6" touchscreen and weighing less than 6 ounces, the PRS-T2 Reader is no bigger than an average paperback. Download free books wirelessly from your public library2 or buy the hottest titles from Reader Store3. The Sony Reader features a glare-free, E-Ink® Pearl touch screen that is so easy to read, you'll never want to put it down.

Natural reading experience

Enjoy a natural reading experience with smooth page transitions and less flickering.

Up to 2 months of battery life4

Read for up to two months on a single battery charge.4

Wi-Fi® access to Sony Reader™ Store3

Shop thousands of eBooks, newspapers, and magazines at Reader™ Store3, and discover your next story with new recommendations each week.

Get lost in your books, not ads.

Enjoy your favorite titles on Reader™ without the distraction of annoying ads.

Public library downloads from the device over Wi-Fi®2

Borrow free eBooks from your local public library using the dedicated public library icon and a Wi-Fi® connection.2

6 built-in dictionaries

Utilize the 6 built-in dictionaries to look up a word or translate into English, French or Spanish.

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 later CPU:- 1 GHz Intel processor RAM:- 512 MB Free space on hard disc:- 250 MB or more Depending on the content amount, more space may be required. Monitor:- 1024 × 768 display with 24-bit color Network:- Broadband internet connection Specifications: 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 Text : ePub, PDF, TXT

Power

  • AC Power : Built-in rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DC
  • Battery Life (Approx) : A single charge lasts up to two months with wireless off based upon a half-hour of daily reading time. ; Read on a single battery charge for 6 weeks with wireless on.
  • 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 USB 2.0 cable.

In the Box

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

Product Profile

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PRST2HBC 2.6 5 5 5
Upgrade To New Reader From TRS-300 From what I can see the new E Reader PRST2-HBS is no difference from the PRS-650. I have used the TRS-300 Reader for three years now, very well satisfied wit the reader itself. I am looking to make a change, tired of buying covers with the light so I can read in bed or on airplanes.. The cover with light for the PRS-300 is garbage. I'm on my fourth cover. Looking for GOOD reasons to switch to a New Sony E reader PRST2-HBC. It has no back lit screen, still using cover with attached light. Any input will be greatly appreciated. January 11, 2013
loved it I bought a sony prs-t2 in october and I really loved it. The features of making notes on your book are amazing, and the touch screen gives the feeling of reading a paper book. The one thing that I miss is not being able to lend the drm/epub books I've bought. My mother also has the same sony reader and it is annoying to by the same book twice knowing that a friend/relative has it. Sony, please check out a functionality of lending/borrowing books for a period of time, just like Nook and kindle. December 29, 2012
Worse than the PRS-505! I had such a good experience with the PRS-505, both the Reader itself and the Reader PC software that I decided to go for the "upgraded" version, PRST2 even though my PRS-505 is working fine. The PRST2 is a regression! It can't play music unlike the PRS-505 and the PC software can't run on my netbook whereas the earlier version that supports the PRS-505 can run on the netbook! The AC adaptor and USB cable for the PRS-505 can't be used for the PRST2 either! I can't believe this! October 22, 2012
A good purchase The biggest problem I faced with my new PRS-T2 is in its connectivity to any secured WiFi network (like the 802.1 EAP security used by University). I wish sony at least provide a firmware update to resolve this problem. However, what I like most is the pdf reading and its capability to re-flow text based pdf. Though it still needs to improve a lot for displaying mathematical equations and tables. Also, I would have rather preferred to have a discount on the product rather than getting a free Harry Potter book, which I already have in hard. Touch sensitivity is really good. Overall, I am satisfied with the product and can recommend a friend, only if he/she is not planning to use a secured WiFi into it and budget is not a big constrain. September 27, 2012
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1. Requires valid library card. Content availability may vary.

2. Must be US or Canadian resident, age 13 years and older. Account registration required. Content availability may vary based on location.

3. Measured by reading 30 minutes each day with Wi-Fi® turned off. In low coverage areas, wireless usage will consume batter power more quickly. Actual battery life may vary upon your wireless usage, product settings, batter and environmental conditions.

4. Based on average un-illustrated eBook file size of 1.0 megabytes. Actual file sizes vary by digital book title. Accessible capacity may vary.

5. Weights and measurements are approximate and may vary.

6. Limited time offer, while supplies last. For full terms and conditions, please refer to http://ebookstore.com/pottermore. Pottermore © J.K. Rowling. TM WBEI.

7. Requires separate account registration.

© 2012 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. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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