Sony PRS-T1 or Kobo Touch? Please share your uptodate opinions. - Page 4

TimW · 05-07-2012, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John F

Although there are exceptions. I just checked some Stephen King titles, and many are USB only.

I downloaded Desperation wirelessly just a few minutes ago. Once you've downloaded the book initially, it's in the device/app archive and can be wirelessly transferred from there. However, you must have a Kindle device to do a Penguin book checkout. If you *only* have an app, you can't check out the book.

John F · 05-07-2012, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimW

I downloaded Desperation wirelessly just a few minutes ago. Once you've downloaded the book initially, it's in the device/app archive and can be wirelessly transferred from there. However, you must have a Kindle device to do a Penguin book checkout. If you *only* have an app, you can't check out the book.

Thanks for the clarification (and sorry for doubting you HarryT

).

Sorry for the confusion. I didn't understand the blurb at my library that said: "Kindle devices via USB only".

I just tried checking out Desperation using the PC App (I don't have a kindle), and I was unable to, and the Amazon web site text says: "Due to publisher restrictions, this book cannot be delivered wirelessly and must be downloaded and transferred via USB. You currently have no devices registered that support transferring via USB. Learn more".

TimW · 05-07-2012, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John F

Thanks for the clarification (and sorry for doubting you HarryT

).

Sorry for the confusion. I didn't understand the blurb at my library that said: "Kindle devices via USB only".

I just tried checking out Desperation using the PC App (I don't have a kindle), and I was unable to, and the Amazon web site text says: "Due to publisher restrictions, this book cannot be delivered wirelessly and must be downloaded and transferred via USB. You currently have no devices registered that support transferring via USB. Learn more".

That's the kicker...if you had a single registered Kindle device, even a broken one, you can complete the checkout AND get the book wirelessly on your app. Call it a glitch or a loophole.

ianrob99 · 05-17-2012, 04:29 AM

Use Calibre to manage your books. I have had a sony 650 for over a year and have bought books from several sources and Calibre allows me to load onto the sony. Have had a few niggles but have always found a solution.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Odd; Kobo-purchased book reads fine on Desktop, WiFi and Sony -but not on Kobo Touch.	beautifulsoup	Kobo Reader	4	07-17-2012 10:29 AM
Kobo Touch vs. Sony PRS-T1; advice appreciated!	LuvReadin	Which one should I buy?	36	02-02-2012 01:39 AM
Kobo Touch or Sony T1 or another reader?	Bertolt	Which one should I buy?	16	11-06-2011 07:52 PM
Opinions: Replace Battery on my PRS-505 or get CHEAP new Kobo?	Spiffy	Which one should I buy?	13	01-18-2011 04:57 AM
Kindle 2 vs Sony Touch PRS-600... help/opinions/quesitons	ab10	Which one should I buy?	6	03-25-2010 06:12 AM

05-17-2012, 04:29 AM	#49
ianrob99 Junior Member Posts: 5 Karma: 10 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Blackburn Device: Sony Prs650	Use Calibre to manage your books. I have had a sony 650 for over a year and have bought books from several sources and Calibre allows me to load onto the sony. Have had a few niggles but have always found a solution.