What's the difference between an eReader and a tablet?

Tablets are great all-rounders, but when it comes to reading, eReaders wrote the book on putting you first. Read on for the full story: – E Ink Technology: A matte, paper-like finish that's easier on the eyes than a back-lit screen and remains glarefree, even in full sun. – Longer Battery Life: Forget charging every night. E-readers have a battery that lasts days or even weeks on a single charge – not hours. – Portable Design: Light enough to forget it's in your bag, comfortable enough to hold through a whole chapter (or ten). – Fewer Distractions: Laser-focused on reading and nothing else. No notifications pulling you out of the plot at the worst possible moment. Newer eBook reader models bring touchscreens, adjustable front lights and Wi-Fi to the mix – the best of both worlds, without the parts that get in the way of a good read.

What is the best eReader?

The best eReader is a bit like choosing your favourite book – everyone has a different answer. Whether you're a busy professional who makes the most of their commute or a late-night reader who can't put a book down, there's an eBook reader for your habits and budget at Harvey Norman. The reading list: – Kobo: The one serious readers swear by. Compact, lightweight and gloriously glare-free, shop the Clara for everyday reading, the Libra for one-handed comfort, or the Elipsa for a bigger canvas. – Onyx Boox: The one for readers who like to leave their mark. From the pocket-sized Boox Palma to the note-taking Boox Note Air, academic reading, sketching and advanced annotation are all part of the story. From eReader cases to stylus pens and more, personalise your setup with our range of eReader accessories.

Is an eBook reader worth it?

If you fly through books quicker than you can buy them, an eReader will pay for itself in no time. eBooks are often cheaper than hard copies, and with free digital borrowing through local libraries, the maths quickly adds up. Here's why every book lover deserves an eReader tablet: – Carry Your Whole Library: Thousands of books, one lightweight device. Because running out of reading material is never an option. – Read Into the Night: Adjustable brightness and bluelight controls mean you can keep reading long after lights out, without the eye strain. – Shop or Borrow: Buy new releases directly from your eReader's bookstore or digitally borrow from your local library for free. – Read Anywhere, Rain or Shine: Say goodbye to soggy pages with waterproof models. Bath, beach or poolside – the story goes on. – Write Between the Lines: Stylus pen compatibility lets you annotate and scribble notes directly on the page, no dog-ears required. – Listen While You Live: Some models play audiobooks, so the story never has to stop – even if you're busy cooking dinner or deep cleaning the house.

Are there any e-readers in colour?

Yep, eReaders have entered a whole new chapter, and it's looking colourful! Colour eReader models like the Kobo Clara and Libra have a soothing palette that breathes new life into book covers, graphic novels, cookbooks and highlighting. While it's not quite as vivid as a tablet's LCD screen, the reading experience is a different story altogether – think a glare-free screen and battery life that won't leave you in the dark.

Which eReaders can you write on?

Book lovers always have something to say about what they're reading, and now there's an eReader with stylus that lets them say it. The ones worth writing home about: – Kobo Sage & Elipsa: Have 8 to 10-inch screens, with Kobo Stylus compatibility, direct PDF annotation and cloud sync. – Onyx Boox Note Series: Larger E Ink Android tablets that offer deep notebook, sketching and academic tools. Bigger canvases make scribbling smoother, and your handwritten notes sync to the cloud, so you can revise them on a laptop later. Whether you're filling the margins with your analysis or marking up lecture slides, a writing-ready eReader makes sure no good idea goes unwritten.