Hey everyone! I made a post a few weeks ago here: https://www.reddit.com/r/ereader/s/7mh0d20ejd asking if there were any decent 7-inch e-reader options. I wasn't too satisfied with the options available and thought there would be better ones by now or something that fit my preferences better. I thought I had found all the best options already and was very close to pulling the trigger on the PocketBook Era Lite, a Chinese iReader, or a Hanvon e-reader. However, one of the suggestions you guys gave me caught my eye. The Musnap Ocean. I just received mine a couple of days ago and wanted to share my thoughts. My apologies in advance if this reads a little dense; no AI was used in any way, and for better or worse, that means dealing with my more dense style of writing. If you just wanted a tl;dr, the conclusion at the bottom will do that for you.

Why the Musnap Ocean?

I think I should touch briefly on why I grabbed this instead of my other options. The PocketBook I knew would be slow, and I was tired of using slow devices after my Boox Leaf and Meebook M7. I see all the time people saying it's fine for them, but I actually found it annoying quite often. The Chinese e-readers I was considering were actually good choices, with one glaring issue. The OS experience on their Chinese systems would not be the greatest for a North American user like me (more on iReader later). The Hanvon, from what I could tell, is more open, has good hardware, and the price on AliExpress wasn't too bad. Bigme was also in the mix for a bit, but the user experiences I've seen for its software weren't great; it's a bit slower than newer choices, and somehow the price hasn't changed at all for the BW models since they released, even after so long.

The Musnap Ocean, surprisingly, checked all the boxes that I was looking for. I was shocked I hadn't found it sooner and had given up on finding something that would get everything I wanted. But here it is, with the following:

1. A recessed screen. I had one on my Libra H2O and missed having this; it just looks much better. Clearer. I can already see in person how much better text and contrast look under my normal reading conditions.
2. Good hardware. Comes with a fairly modern and performant SoC. The other fastest BW 7-inch device, the Boox Go, has a Snapdragon 690. The Musnap Ocean has a Helios G99. Overall, the G99 is two years newer, slightly faster (the memory specifically is a lot faster), and, most importantly, more power efficient. The G99 uses the N6 TSMC node, which is substantially better than the Samsung 8nm node used by the Snapdragon 690. I think it's hard to put into perspective how vast the difference is, because the naming is a bit confusing and misleading. The 8nm Samsung node is essentially an extension of their 10nm node with a 10-15% density improvement. Even the TSMC 7nm node is twice as dense as the 8nm Samsung node.
3. Very large battery at 3000 mAh. In fact, it's the largest of any 7-inch and smaller device I've seen so far, and not by any small margin. This is a big deal for me; I was actually prepared to move away from Android e-readers to get better battery, but now I don't think I need to.
4. Physical buttons. 7-inch screen. Black/white, no colour. These three main criteria were easier to satisfy.

Essentially, this e-reader has not only the potentially best-looking screen of all the 7-inch Android e-readers (because it's recessed), but also the best hardware and battery. I was excited to say the least.

Why not Boox?

I think this deserves its own section since everyone and their mothers seem to be recommending Boox devices here on every post. After having had a few, I don't think they are good and will never buy one again, but before we get into that, I will also mention it just didn't check as many boxes, and the Musnap is still better on paper. No recessed screen, smaller battery, slightly slower, less power efficient, older Android, etc.

Now, as a sort of PSA too, let's talk about my last Boox device, the Leaf. I received it in January 2022, and in February 2024, the battery bulged and cracked the screen, making it unusable. When I emailed Boox, they quoted me 84 USD for the repair and 50 USD for the freight. 134 USD to get that junk repaired, for a manufacturing defect of their own. There had been a crack forming before then, but I chalked it up to the cheap build quality. I didn't even use the device a lot; I'm an infrequent reader, and I only use it from home, while on the couch or in bed. I will use my e-reader a bunch some weeks, and then I will forget about it for some months. I look online, and there are tons of posts from users with the same or similar issues. The batteries bulge, the devices break, and the support team doesn't care and will rip you off to get your device fixed. If you replace your devices often, then maybe you won't mind this, but otherwise I cannot recommend boox. You can see how my device looks now in a few of the pictures.

The Leaf was also one of the worst devices I've owned. It was slower and less responsive than my Poke3, the build quality felt significantly worse, the battery was worse, and the screen didn't really look better. The front light in particular looked worse. I was confused. I paid more for this device, and it was somehow worse. I still have my Poke3, and it's astounding how cheap the Leaf feels next to it. Have to hand it to their marketing team. Somehow their junk is still the most recommended items on this subreddit.

More on Musnap, the Brand

I want to talk about Musnap for a second because I feel like this is one of the main reasons this brand, or their models, get overlooked. Nobody knows who they are or what the heck Musnap is. I know I was skeptical because I could barely find any user impressions of their devices. I looked deeper into it and noticed that they are a sub-brand of iReader. Yeah, the same one I talked about earlier. This seems to be their global division and their attempt to break into markets outside of China. iReader is a good brand. They make some of the best e-readers in the Chinese market and are often praised for having some of the best reading experiences from what I've seen in Chinese forums and discussions, with the main complaint being that they are usually more expensive than competitors and that they use pretty closed software. This was all stuff I knew from previous research before I even came across Musnap because I wanted to buy a Chinese iReader device, so this wasn't just me trying to hype myself up before or after a purchase.

If anyone is curious, the Musnap Ocean seems to just be a global version of the recent iReader Ocean 5C (which was very well received, especially for power efficiency and battery) but with the recessed BW screen of the Ocean 5 Pro BW (also really well received). It's worth looking up reviews and user opinions on either as a proxy for the Musnap Ocean. Just keep in mind they run more locked-down Chinese software, while the Musnap does not.

First Impressions

The Screen

Right away, I'm surprised by how impressive the screen looks, but I probably shouldn't have been, considering it's a recessed screen and what I already knew about iReader devices. The text, etc., has excellent contrast, and it surprises me that I can even tell any sort of improvement over my other devices. Even the front light looks fantastic—this is something I was worried about because my Boox Leaf and Meebook M7 didn't have the greatest ones; they had a sort of an off-feeling colour or tone to their warmer settings. This front light is much closer to what I expect from a good device to have and reminds me of my Kobo Libra H2O. The frontlight in my unit is also completely uniform; I actually almost forgot to even evaluate this because I see zero uniformity issues whatsoever. This might even be the most uniform frontlight I've seen. My Meebook M7 and Boox Leaf had spots where they were brighter than the rest, especially along the edges. Even my Kobo Libra H2O had this issue. One downside I would say is that it isn't quite as warm as some other devices at its warmest settings, but I'll happily take that trade-off versus getting some of the weird oranges or yellows I've had in the past.

Performance

This deserves its own section because I am absolutely blown away by how fast this device is. I did not expect it to be this much faster than anything else I've owned. I was very convinced the screen setting was set to fast mode or something, but I was wrong. It was and has been set to the highest clarity mode. Everything responds instantly, and I cannot explain how different it feels to use a device like this compared to a typically slow e-reader. There's so much I do not and cannot be bothered to do on my older devices. I just can't; it's a miserable experience to even try, so I've been keeping things as simple as possible whenever I use them. I get books on my computer, connect a cable or use the Wi-Fi transfer app, put books on the device, and then I read them. I've done fancier stuff in the past, harnessing Android's freedom and power, but those devices were so slow, it just wouldn't feel worth it anymore. I'm excited because the speed is genuinely liberating, especially for doing more than just your basic reading.

As for the battery, I don't think I've had it long enough to report much yet. I'm still using the charge it came with and have not plugged it in yet. Came with around 60%? Looks like it's still around there. Hard to tell.

Body, Build & Comfort - Ergonomics

The weight is good, very light, and the distribution feels about even all across the device since I'm able to balance it on a finger from the center. It's not the lightest 7-inch device I've owned; the H2O and Leaf were both lighter, but compared to the Leaf, this is much more comfortable because of the Leaf's sharp edges.

I also think the Ocean is way better designed; it has a much better screen-to-body ratio, and most of its bezel is on one side where you would hold it, which makes it much more ergonomic. The plastic on the top side feels good quality, slightly textured, and very similar to what my Libra H2O had, but nothing special. I think one gripe or downside is that gestures can sometimes be a little harder to use for home/back/etc. Because the screen is not flush with the body.

The backside material is where it scores a lot of points for me; it's sort of a rubberized, faux leather-like texture that feels amazing for holding the device with one hand. The grippiness helps a lot and makes the device much easier to hold. There is a downside with this material, though; it seems to attract marks, dust, and that sort of debris like nobody's business and is a bit of a pain to get fully clean.

This is easily the second most comfortable e-reader I've owned and used, and I've used very many (with the Libra H2O still being my favorite for comfort).

Software

I've included pictures of all the screens you'll be presented with; there really aren't that many. And that's fantastic. The software is very simple and straightforward. You have two home view options: modern or classic. Classic sets your bookshelf as the main view or home and gives you two tabs at the bottom; the other is "Mine," which is a bit of a weird word choice, but it just takes you to all your apps. This is more or less how most other Android e-readers function, usually. My Boox and Meeboox devices have all had similar layouts. Modern is more like your typical Android tablet, a normal Android home screen with all your apps, and now your bookshelf is treated like an app. I think this approach will work better for users who want to use a lot of their own apps.

I feel the need to debunk something important here: the software is actually decent. I'm surprised so many people have been saying it's not as effective as Boox. I find this software better than or at least as effective as the Boox devices I've used, unless something has drastically changed since my last device. Everything is polished, simple, and straightforward. There is a lot less going on than on the other devices I've had, like Boox, and it makes it easier to find and access things. I don't need fancy apps, baked-in features, or any cloud junk. They usually annoy me. It's Android. I will install my own cloud junk if I want it. If anyone thinks the Boox software is better, feel free to challenge me here with specific examples, and we can see what holds.

It's not perfect, of course; there are some weird English choices here and there, but it's not as terrible as some other devices I've used, and honestly, even Boox devices have this issue too. This is definitely one of the better Android experiences, in my opinion. Genuinely shocked anyone can say that the software is worse than Boox. The Boox Go isn't even on the same Android version; it's one version behind on 13. The Ocean is on SmartOS 3.1.0, which is based on 14.

Conclusion

All in all, in a lot of words, this is the most modern option if you want a 7-inch Android e-reader, and it comes with the best overall hardware and battery of our current choices. The screen is very good (especially being one of the only recessed screen options), the hardware is super fast, the software is solid, and the device itself is quite comfortable. The price is also great compared to alternatives if you manage to get a 35% off or better coupon on Amazon, which they get pretty frequently. I'm quite happy with my device. It's the closest device I've had to my longstanding favorite, the Libra H2O. While this isn't as comfortable, it's close for an Android e-reader and faster.

In case it isn't obvious already, I am not paid, sponsored, etc., to endorse any product; everything here is my own opinion and whatnot. The original full-size/resolution pictures are here, in case it's easier to view than the Reddit gallery: https://files.lr7.dev/public/share/S0hjjWhEOIbc3PHnohLfZQ

I want to be upfront: I loved BOOX products. I used them all through law school. I sold my previous device (a well loved Boox Note Air the original) specifically to fund the upgrade to the Tab Ultra C Pro. This post is not coming from someone who bought one device and is looking to complain. I was a loyal, repeat customer.

That's over now. I ordered this device from ebay, from the official Boox shop that bragged it had a two year warrenty.

My Tab Ultra C Pro screen shattered while stored in the official BOOX protective case inside a padded backpack. No drops. No impacts. Nothing. When I took it out, the screen was destroyed. This device (literally promoed as a portable eink tablet...I have a 25 inch bigme screen as well for at desk purposes) could not handle the basic mechanical stress of being carried in a bag inside its own case.

I filed a warranty claim. Here's what happened:

• BOOX categorized it as "physical damage" from "external force" and denied coverage.

- Their support rep admitted in writing that the e-ink screen "is much fragile and needs to be more protected." This is information they never disclose when you're buying the device. There's no warning at all that these devices are particulary fragile and coming off the hardy mobius screen there's no reason I would expect it was significantly more fragile.​ (As in so fragile that carrying it in a case in a padded backpack is evidently too loose?)

- They sent me a link to a blog post about how to protect the e-ink screen. Here's the incredible part: that very article promotes BOOX's own official protective cases as the solution, claiming they "provide a highly effective solution to shield the devices from impacts and accidental drops." My device was in their official case when it shattered. I paid an extra $100 specifically to buy the BOOX-branded case because I figured that would protect the device. So BOOX's own recommended protection method, sold at a premium, failed to protect the device, and then they denied my warranty claim anyway. They are literally selling you the problem and the solution and neither one works.

- They cited a fine-print shipping instruction (about packing the device carefully when mailing it for repairs) as though it were a warranty exclusion for all screen damage. It's a transit warning And not a disclaimer but still...fishy and scammy.

For anyone who doesn't know: the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act prevents companies from disclaiming or modifying the implied warranties that come with the sale, including the implied warranty of merchantability, which means the product has to be fit for its ordinary purpose. A portable tablet that shatters when carried in a bag is not fit for its ordinary purpose. And a company that offers a written warranty cannot then carve out the single most important component of the device and refuse to cover it.

I raised this with BOOX. I asked four separate times for the contact information for their U.S. registered agent or legal department so I could pursue this in small claims They ignored every request. They appear to have no registered U.S. entity. If they won't honor their warranty and they won't give you access to anyone with legal authority, you effectively have no recourse.

After this happened, I started looking into whether other people had the same experience. They have. Hundreds of them. The same story over and over: screen cracks spontaneously under normal use, BOOX blames the customer, denies the warranty, quotes $186 to $350+ for repairs on a device that failed within weeks or months.

Here's a video from a reviewer whose BOOX Go 10.3 screen broke after just 45 days of careful use. The comment section is full of people saying the same thing happened to them: https://youtu.be/sOzZbwKqS6I?is=_-QfeKQJRt3SlbRN

If you're in the market for an e-ink device, here's my honest advice:

• If you just need an e-reader, get a Kindle. I've replaced my Tab with a Kindle colorsoft I got on sale for prime day. It's not as good for my purposes but Amazon at least has good customer service generally and if something goes wrong they have a US presence and a registered agent
• If you specifically need a Boox look for an older model on the secondhand market with a mobius screen. You'll save money and get a more durable device.
• If you absolutely must buy a current BOOX model, buy through Amazon and get the Asurion protection plan. Do not rely on BOOX's warranty. It is worthless for screen damage, which is the most common failure mode. Asurion will actually cover you.
• Do NOT buy new or refurbished directly from BOOX or their eBay store. You will be paying full price for a device with a known fragility problem, backed by a warranty they will not honor, sold by a company with no U.S. legal presence that will not put you in touch with anyone who can actually help you.

I'm posting this because I wish someone had told me before I sold my old device to buy this one.

Edit: I came across this post which seemed to have a similar issue...yes the issue is really just the screen suddenly cracking with no drops or impacts. https://www.reddit.com/r/tablets/comments/19czayd/a_general_warning_about_boox_boox_tablets_boox/

Been browsing Etsy for the last couple days but most of the offerings I have seen are either

A) stolen artwork printed onto cases

B) AI generated images

Not a big fan of both, so I am looking for places (nice etsy shops are welcome) for cute or pretty eReader cases.

Won't specify what I am looking myself as I'd love to get a broad range of your favorites! :)

So I bought a kobo Clara bw for my wife to use my libra color. She never used it and I prefer reading on my libra so now it has to go because I have no use for two ereaders. Comes with a case. Wanting 110 PayPal plus 9 dollar shipping. https://imgur.com/a/Xx091yc

Hi, everyone.

I'm someone who loves reading books, but have kind of lost my way lately.

I bought a Kindle many years ago, but it didn't really fit what I wanted because it's only good for books which you can download from the store. It doesn't handle PDF material really well.

I want to buy a new e-reader.

Alongside english, I also read books in Urdu and Arabic, which are mainly PDF formats.

I need something that handles PDF material really well without having any distractions, like a phone. Also, something that allows you to download books like the kindle.

Please give me the best recommendations.

Thanks!

Hi!

Up till this point I've been using Pocketbook Verse, had two of the same type of models and overall enjoyed them. Recently I got, however, used Kindle - Kindle Paperwhite 10th gen, although in overall good condition, previously used 3~ years.

I wish to share my own review, as I've seen others do and always found it interesting to read what others thought.

Since getting my first eReader - same Pocketbook Verse -, I've looked into e-readers a lot, though, after getting another ereader from a different brand, I can feel the difference just from reading and then trying the devices.

I want to start that Pocketbook Verse is a good model and brand overall, I do advise people to get it. The things I loved most about it:

- has Pocketbook app through what easily could sync the books to the device, VERY quick and convenient

- has a LOT of formats allowed, have no need to download any external apps that converts the files, when side loading books

- the device is easy to use and simple

- is light, beautiful and has wonderful warm light

- battery lasts very long, as any e-reader, I presume. Very excellent

- can add a memory card, extra storage any time!

HOWEVER, there are some minuses:

- after comparing to Kindle, it is, indeed slower

- I cracked the screen by putting it under the pillow and just thought that it's simply a fragile e-ink screen, but later got to know that Pocketbook brand glue their e-ink screen closer to battery, what makes the devices to be slimmer, but at the same time also makes them slightly more fragile

- Pocketbook brand has less decoration/cover choices available. There are some which are good, but Kindle simply has more as it's a more popular brand

- both Verse models I got had battery issues after purchasing them brand new, where after 20% battery suddenly dropped to 5% and needed to be charged asap, which was very annoying

Now, about KINDLE Paperwhite 10th generation:

Honestly, I like Kindle more and going from now, when I will purchase my next eReader, whenever in future it will be, it will be Kindle. Because:

- I like that device is faster. I have used, older Kindle, but it's faster already .When using Pocketbook, I didn't mind slow speed, but after using Kindle, I do feel the difference

- Kindle has better screen quality, 300 ppi as opposite of 212 ppi of Pocketbook. It's not bad, don't get me wrong. The Verse is still very amazing and, just like with speed, I didn't mind it before, but after experiencing difference, I prefer Kindle screen quality.

- I prefer Kindle screen. Its smooth, even in edges. Like, all surface is one big screen as opposite of Pocketbook Verse, where there's edges around screen itself. I don't know how to explain better 😅 It just feels better, looks better and there's no dust particles to catch on edges of screen that I'm worried to clean to not damage the screen, as it was on Pocketbook. This is mostly preference, honestly

- apparently this model also has Bluetooth for audiobooks, but I'm not listening them, but it's still bonus

- this model is waterproof (I hope to not test it tho lol) which is very assuring

- there's more reviews, pictures, videos, aesthetic stuff for Kindle unlike Pocketbook, I love it

I would add that this model has big memory (got 32GB) but it's irrelevant, as for Verse and most Pocketbooks, one can add memory cards.

Few con's on Kindle Paperwhite 10th gen (or I assume Kindle in general?):

- it's Amazon product

- few file types allowed (especially opposed to Pocketbook), need separate app called Calibre to convert files and send to device

- side loading books, doesn't show page count in books, need to adjust Calibre some settings to see them specifically

- as far as I'm aware, it hasn't simple sync option as Pocketbook, from app to device, where there's no need for emails/cables to laptops

- this model (PW 10th gen) has no warm light

- this model has small usb hole, type-b, right? Not big issue, but in days when type-C is dominant, it's rare

I also feel that battery is going down faster than new model, but it's irrelevant, as it's used device and it's still not bad drain speed. I also checked out, and newest Kindle models have much bigger battery capacity, which is so freaking amazing.

Overall, before trying Kindle, all the minuses weren't something that bothered me too much (except the battery issue, which made me furious as I literally got two brand new same devices, got the same problem) or I cared, but now I don't really want to use my Pocketbook lol. I feel sad, as I feel like I'm betraying my first device, but I just can't help it. I sound so cruel 🥲 I'm so sorry. I still very much love the Pocketbook brand, I did not have a particularly bad experience with it, except for the battery part.

I used to dislike Kindle and my biggest issue was that it didn't accept more files, but having Calibre, made it non-issue. I am also side loading all books, so I can't speak about people who are buying them, so there's that.

P.S. don't want KOReader, I just can feel someone mentioning it.

Thank you!

Hi! I’m looking to buy my first e-reader, and I’d really like it to have a color screen.
I’m trying to decide between the Kindle Colorsoft, Kobo Libra Colour, and Kobo Clara Colour. They all cost about the same where I live, so price isn’t really a deciding factor.
What matters most to me is battery life, overall performance, and durability. I’d like something that will last me for years.
I do plan on buying some books, but I also expect to sideload a lot of my books, so having a device that’s flexible and easy to transfer files to is important.
Which one would you recommend, and why?
Also, sorry if there are any mistakes in my post. English isn’t my first language, so I used a translator to help me write this.

My Pocketbook Inkpad 4 just updated and now its Libby app lets you check out magazines as well! So now you can check out ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines! Hopefully my Verse Pro Color updates soon!

Looking for a bw e-reader for home use that doesn’t lag. I’m between a go6 ii or anything recommended. I’m liking the xteink x3 for work and being on the go. Any suggestions?

I’ve been looking for sales on a kobo Clara bw or libra color, but not sure if there’s anything else with my focus solely on reading.

Thanks for your time!

Hey, im looking to buy an ereader for manga.

I’m looking at boox ( either 7” or 10”) as its android and can have apps which is how I’d prefer to get my manga .

What’s super important tho is having a screen that doesn’t strain my eyes.

How does Boox rate in this or are there other ereader with better screens to prevent eye strain?

Hey,

I’ve been researching color e-readers for a while (watched every video on them I could find), and I’m stuck between these two. For context, I own a Kindle Base 11th gen and I don’t like the closed ecosystem. Plus, I wanted a device that could also read comics/manga with color (avoiding tablets).

Use case: novels, comics/manga (I’m fine with zooms on panels, as long as it is fast), occasional complex PDFs (TTRPG rulebooks) and news (not as important). Occasionally, I’d like to take notes, but it’s not the main purpose. My budget is €300 max. I can tweak if needed, I’m somewhat comfortable with tech.

GC7 Gen 2 appeals to me because of Android flexibility, being able to read PDFs, and zoom on comic books and manga looks fast (and I can choose from many apps). Worried about yellow tint on frontlight, battery life, water resistance and the device resistance.

KLC appeals to me for better battery, IPX8, sturdier build quality and a cleaner reading experience (the device is focused on reading). Worried about color accuracy (seems lower than on the Boox device).

Did any of you face the same dilemma? What do you recommend?

Thanks in advance!

I've had a Kobo Libra H2O for several years, having always had a Kindle in the past. I love the Libra's form factor, as well as the physical buttons and the ability to change the light tone. I'm tired of my Kobo's micro USB, I travel a lot with my MacBook, my iPhone and I always forget to bring the USB-C to Micro USB cable, and my Libra's battery life isn't what it used to be. I live in Italy and the Libra 2 is sold out everywhere. I wanted to know if it's been discontinued and if the only option left is the Libra Color. I don't really care about color and I've read various reviews where they say the Color screen is grayer and less sharp than the BW ones. Do you know if a Libra 3 is in the works? If not, the alternative is the Pocketbook ERA, even though they're not very popular here in Italy.

I also often borrow books from the MLOL (digital library) which also supports Readium LCP. Didn't Kobo say it would support it? Does it support it in the new models?

I’ve had my X4 since November of last year. I’ve read regularly on my KLC before that, but the X4 changed my life. Being able to read in places where I couldn’t pull out/bring my KLC opened my eyes to phone sized e-readers being more than a novelty. I’m going to give my sister my X4 and I’m looking for phone sized e-readers that are:

-black
-have no camera (can someone explain why I would want this on an eink “phone” or is it just a way to increase the price?)
-warm light

So far I’ve discovered the Durobo Krono and that looks appealing but I worry the dial is going to feel cheap on something that costs $290 from a brand I’ve never heard of. Does anyone have this thing? I thought that ViWoods paper was perfect but I can only get it in white. I have no clue if we’re in between device generations of phone sized e-readers with the popularity of the X4 and the pro that just released. Should I just wait or get one now? Some thoughts and or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Currently researching getting my first ereader as it would be nice for travel and as an every day carry. I’ve seen the xteink devices which look like the perfect form factor and something I would rather reach for than my phone. However, from my research the xteink devices seem to only like DRM-free books and from what I have seen, the books I want to read just aren’t available as DRM-free.

Kindle seems to take the cake with the features and usability but its a bit big for me and if I’m carrying around a device of that size I’d rather have an iPad mini or something where I can actually do other things if needed.

Has anyone found a way to get an xteink or similar device working nicely without too much faff? Does anyone think that the kindle is worth getting over anything else? Has anyone just stuck to their phone/ipad and what have they done to make it work better for reading?

Hi, I have a new Tolino Shine E-Book Reader Generation 5. And I wanted to ask if it's worth reading a manga about it. Can the drawings be clearly seen and the writing easily read? I mean, generally in a manga.

I wanted to read "Elfenlied" in German. Unfortunately, the manga isn't really available in German at the moment, or it's very expensive, but as an ebook, it only costs about €5 each.

I'm looking to replace my clara 2e.

It does 80% of what I want it to, but the very slow boot time has become an impediment to my reading habit.

Almost every time I want to read I have to wait what feels 5 minutes for the damn thing to boot. Long enough I get on my phone waiting and check it twice while it's still booting. And I can't leave it on sleep because the battery drains overnight if I do that.

Edit: maybe this an update fixed this since i got it. I remember getting really frustrated at the sleep battery life back then and have just been turning it off since then. I just went and grabbed it after a few days in my bag and it wes asleep, and wasn't totally drained.

Any advice on what to try next, or usage habits I should try before i buy? Its libby integration is really nice, but because it doesn't sync all my libby libraries at once anymore, so that's not even a major feature anymore...

Nerd help with Librera.

I use Librera to read on my phone, and it would be nice to have the screen in portrait mode, with the screen upside down, to read while charging the phone.

I found the option in the configuration menu, but it just doesn't seem to work on my Samsung Galaxy A36 phone...

I've tried restarting the app, and turning the screen rotation on the phone, but nothing seems to work.

All the other options (landscape and landscape flipped) works just fine. Even the "auto" mode work fine, changing in between all the other options but the one 8 want (portrait flipped)...

Not sure if this is a problem with the app or is some kind d of restriction with the phone.

Is it worth it?

I have Kobo Clara BW that I love dearly but the downside is that I only borrow/read books from Libby and I learned that Kobo recently removed the feature of using multiple library cards.

Now I’m thinking of getting Kindle (idk which gen, it’s the one that comes in matcha color) and give Kobo to my partner. Is this worth it? What’re your thoughts?

This is something I wanted for long time and I finally did it. My Watch Later playlist on YouTube has now 787 videos I really wanted to see and never had a chance to.

The fear of missing out and the guilt just piled up until I couldn’t stand it and I had to find a solution.

I now save the YouTube links that I want to “consume” in a tool that I built, they are getting their transcript extracted, formatted in paragraphs, grouped by chapters with video frames extracted for each chapter.

At the beginning of each video I am getting an AI generated TL;DR and it helps a lot!

I added this as a feature to a service I am building but I don’t want to promote that as it would infringe the community rules.

I am writing willing to share how I got this sorted, what tech stack I have in the background, what were the challenges I faced and any other questions you might have. 🙌