Introduction to e-books for those who want to "know "- (2) Terminal edition

A short -term serialization for those who want to "know the kid" about e -books.In the previous introduction, we introduced the advantages and disadvantages of e -books, but in the second section, we will deliver how to select devices.I would like to introduce what kind of terminals for reading e -books, and what characteristics are each, taking the actual machine as an example.

Devices for reading e -books include PCs, smartphones, tablets, dedicated terminals, and even feature phones.The e -book store that can be used for each device is limited, and whether or not you are dealing with the book you want depends on the store, so it is desirable to decide the store and select a device.

However, users do not always choose devices just for e -books.There will be a considerable percentage of "desire" patterns such as the reputable tablet and e -book terminals, and that some e -book stores can be used with the device they bought.This is the reason for introducing the characteristics and selection of devices before the store.

Device suitable for "buying", device suitable for "reading"

In order to understand the device for reading e -books, you should think of "buying" and "reading".In the past, mobile phone comics were "buying and reading on mobile phones", and before the appearance of tablets and dedicated terminals, "buying on a PC and reading on a PC" was the mainstream.In other words, it was common to do "buy" and "read" with the same device, and one -on -one was common.

However, recently, various devices have appeared, and the range of compatible devices has expanded, and as a result, the number of "1: n" cases in which individuals own multiple devices that can handle e -books have increased.The degree of freedom has increased, such as "buy on a PC, read on smartphones, tablets and dedicated terminals".

"Buying" and "reading" have a major different characteristics required for equipment.In order to "buy", it is necessary to find a book first, so it is desirable to have a large screen as much as possible.In that sense, the first candidate is the PC.

Whether it's a desktop or a notebook, searching a store on a PC and buying a book is not so difficult, because it can be used in the same way as a shopping site.However, in the case of "reading", it is necessary to read the screen on the screen on the PC, and it is impossible to carry it out of your home and spread it while commuting.

If you focus on "reading" after securing a certain screen size, a 9-10 -inch tablet, such as the iPad or Android tablet, is recommended.If it is vertical, it can be displayed in a size that is equivalent to B5 size, and if it is sideways, the spread of the book can be displayed in a size close to the full size, so there is little discomfort on the size.

As a color LCD, color pages such as magazines can be displayed well, and many stores can be used in iOS/Android environments, so there are many stores.Because the screen is large, it is easy to find a book in the store.However, there is a problem that it is a little heavy to take it on the go, and it is difficult to handle it with one hand.

Another option on a tablet is a small 7-8 -inch small tablet, which has recently become popular.Google's Nexus 7, which is attracting attention at the price of 19,800 yen, and an iPad mini that has just been announced the other day, it may be a size that can be held with one hand, so it is easy to carry and use it on a train.(Even if you can hold it with one hand, it does not always flip with one hand, but it is easier to handle compared to a 9-10 -inch tablet).

Although it is difficult to display the spread page, paperback books, new books, and books can be displayed in almost full size, so it is not difficult to see.The screen size is another lower, but like Galaxy Note 5.5 inch devices will also be in this category.

If you don't want to increase your luggage as much as possible, or you want to enjoy e -books on a device you usually carry, you will be an iPhone and other smartphones.

If the character size can be changed properly, the number of characters that can be displayed on one screen is small, so the character is not small and difficult to see.Above all, if you already have a smartphone, it will be a great advantage that no additional investment in hardware is required.