Pandigital Novel 2GB 7-Inch WiFi Multimedia Android Tablet and Color eReader R70E200 (Black) – Factory Remanufactured and Warrantied
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Works well as an eBook reader. Inadequate for anything else,
As a color eBook reader, the Pandigital Novel (R70E200) seems like a great value. One obvious factor is its lower cost, since you can get a factory remanufactured unit for around 1/3 the cost of a B&N NOOK Color. In addition, there are also other minor factors to consider:
- The Novel’s display (resolution 800×600) has an aspect ratio of 1.33 to 1, while the NookColor’s display has wider aspect ratio of 1.7 to 1. So although they all have the same diagonal length of 7 inches, the Planet’s screen is actually 10% larger in area! As an eReader, this larger area is a big advantage. On the other hand, a wider screen is better for viewing movies.
- The Novel is very lightweight when compared to NookColor: only 7 oz instead of 15 oz. So it is more comfortable to hold with just one hand while reading. Note that the Amazon product description page says ’12 oz’, but that is the weight of the previous WHITE model (PanDigital 72-70FW). The BLACK model is slightly smaller and much lighter.
- The Novel comes pre-installed with the NOOK eReader app. You can easily install other free eReaders (such as ‘FBReader’), then go to ‘Project Gutenberg’ site and download free eBooks to your heart’s content. Unfortunately, the Amazon Kindle app is NOT compatible with Novel.
On the other hand, there are many limitations you need to know about the Novel, especially if you intend to use it as a Multimedia Internet Tablet:
- The Novel has a slow processor (800MHz single-core) and very limited RAM (256MB). This makes it PAINFULLY SLOW in doing any task, even when entering text using the Android keyboard.
- Its resistive touch screen is very sluggish. You have to PRESS DOWN and HOLD for about 0.5 second for it to register any click. It works reasonably well when using the included stylus, though.
- Novel runs an ancient Android 1.5 operating system. So most new apps are not compatible. It comes with a ‘SlideMe’ market place, which has very limited selection of apps. That means NO ANGRY BIRDS! You can forget about running YouTube, Amazon Appstore and Google Android Market as well.
- The included video player has very limited capability. It is supposed to support MP4, but only in SP (simple profile). I have tested many MP4/AVI files on it and most of them cannot be decoded. Even those few files that can replay still suffer from jerky motion.
- Its battery life is quite pathetic at just 3-4 hours (manufacturer claims 6 hours). Then it takes another ~6 hours to fully recharge.
[Conclusion]
The Pandigital Navel makes a very good, inexpensive color eBook reader. But if you expect to use it as a multimedia internet tablet, you’ll be sorely disappointed. Still, consider its present low price, it could serve as an introductory product to the world of Android tablets. Just don’t expect it to perform like the real thing. If you want to step up to a passable tablet without spending a lot, consider the Pandigital Planet R70A200 instead.
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|Pandigital Novel,
After debating to go with a Kindle or other e-reader I thought I would give the Pandigital a shot. Save some money and get a little more than just an e-book. I am happy with my purchase. The Novel works well. Not as fast as other e-readers or tablets on the market but fine for what I am using it for, books. The text is very clear and of course you can zoom in or out to suit your needs. Menus are easy to figure out and navigate.
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|Pandigital Novel Perfect For School,
I purchased this Pandigital Tablet to use in college. I was looking for an easy and economical way for to save money on textbooks. I am so glad I made the decision to purchase this tablet! It is easy to use and I am not weighing myself down carrying heavy books on my back. Someone mentioned that they were slower than others on the market yet I haven’t really noticed. I have spent several hours using the tablet reading my textbooks without the battery going dead. I have taken breaks from my homework to surf the web,check email and chat with friends on facebook. I am a bargain hunter, thrifty to the core. At this price it is a real deal!
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