The Sorcerer’s middle class: Tolino Shine 2 HD and Kindle Paperwhite 3 promise both for the price of 120 euros a no-frills reading pleasure on high-resolution e-ink displays Carta. Already due to the different ecosystems there are still major differences between the two devices. Which eBook Reader, the better overall package offers -. Our comparison
Former top models
Both Kindle Paperwhite and Tolino Shine were originally the flagships of the respective e-reading provider before were replaced by new high-end models (Voyage or vision). The Kindle Paperwhite was the Kindle Kosmos also long time the absolute benchmark in terms of display quality. The third Kindle Paperwhite generation that was (uncharacteristically something) released this June, convinced again with a State-Of-The-Art-Panel with a very uniform illumination.
If the Tolino Shine a much shorter tradition. The first “Shine” was released in spring 2013 as the first joint product of an alliance of large German booksellers and Telekom, who finally wanted to thus offer Amazon Paroli. In autumn 2013 an identical device with minimal modified screen, which was up to October this year sold more appeared – initially as a top model, with publication of Tolino Vision in April 2014 as an agent class device. After two years the device has now been superseded by Tolino Shine 2 HD, which has been modified visually and technically considerably.
Tolino compact and open, Kindle contrast
Although the Tolino Shine 2 HD – like all Tolino – has a (mechanical) Home button, he is a good few centimeters shorter than the Kindle Paperwhite 3. Like the smaller 20 gram weight is not a big difference but makes itself felt. Otherwise, the two devices give optically little -. Unlike their “big brothers”, the display surface is slightly recessed into the matt black case, not plan
In both readers Although the same display, nothing plugged nonetheless available at the text display significant differences. Lying Kindle and Tolino with lighting switched off even at eye level, the White Paper has much better contrast than the Tolino Shine 2 HD when using the integrated light. The display looks clear, lighting is the Kindle less neutral than the Tolino, seemingly a small blue-gray veil lies over its typeface. The stings of course, only in a side-by-side comparison in the eye:. Considered on the text display of Tolino Shine has 2 HD good, compared to the previous model even outstanding
Otherwise, apply the usual pros and cons the two ecosystems. The Tolino Shine 2 HD offers support together with Adobe DRM EPUB about the eLibrary and a library link (shopping at any Tolino dealers, automatic synchronization with your account). In sum it binds to the device much less to a single provider as Amazon, with a change to the reader of another provider does not go the same the entire digital library lost. Have
When offering cheaper indie literature Tolino-allies also just caught up in recent months as the firmware functions, although Amazon in both respects has the edge as before. For the Kindle platform, there are also the best reading apps for iOS, Android & amp; Co, and unlike Tolino devices the Kindle Paperwhite 3 surcharge incorporating optional built-in 3G module is to get. This new literature can be discovered and bought out of the reach of Wi-Fi hotspots, and indeed almost worldwide and with no transmission cost. The Telekom hotspot flat rate of Shine 2 HD is especially for frequent travelers compared no more than a gimmick -. At the latest as soon as it comes across borders
Kindle Paperwhite 3 (note 1.5 in the single review, 06/2015)
- higher contrast, more neutral illumination
- better app ecosystem, better networking within the platform
- more Read Options (WordWise, X-Ray, Social Reading, …) and additional services (lending library, Kindle Unlimited, …)
- numerous exclusive self-publishers-Title
- optional with mobile module (3G)
Tolino Shine 2 HD (note 1.8 in the single review, 10/2015)
- less close ties to Tolino- platform by Adobe copy
- a little lighter and more compact
- no flicker when scrolling
- Factory ad-free
- Use of eBook rental of public Libraries possible (eLibrary)
Kindle Paperwhite 3 vs. Tolino Shine 2 HD – Comparison
First of all because of the better text display, the core component of every reader, decide the Kindle Paperwhite 3 to mid-size comparison for themselves. Here should be reflected years of experience and used Manpower Amazon in e-reading business as with the very powerful, yet intuitive firmware as well as the Reading Apps itself as well.
The Tolino Shine has 2 HD in all these categories in the cold, but nothing has nevertheless also a very solid package for enjoyable reading sessions. And he certainly has its advantages, foremost certainly the greater freedom in eBook reference. In addition, the device factory is ad-free and more compact.
For those who appreciate the advantages of Tolino platform but want a slightly better display quality, get a relatively modest additional cost of 30 euros with the Tolino Vision 3 the device of choice. It stands in the display compared to Kindle Paperwhite 3 and is even waterproof.
At Amazon you have to for Top-model take significantly more money in the hand. The Kindle Voyage costs 190 euros, 70 euros more proud than to be paid for the Paperwhite. There is then also the best E-Ink display on the market and really practical sensory scroll keys.
- Kindle Paperwhite 3 at Amazon.de
- Tolino Shine 2 HD at Weltbild
Related reports:
The article” Tolino Shine 2 HD and Kindle Paperwhite 3 compared [+ Video] “has been written (Wednesday) at 10:02 clock by John Main on 28 October 2015th John Main ( Xing / Twitter ) is editor and publisher of lesen.net
← Tolino overtighten lighting:. How are you, what it entails
archives
No comments:
Post a Comment