It fits in one hand. The screen does not have significant afterimages, so there is no discomfort when viewing. The screen shows the use of 'Millie's Library' through Open Library.
The human brain is surprisingly simple. There are even experimental results showing that it cannot distinguish between genuine laughter and fake laughter. The act of performing a special ritual when starting a task is in the same vein. Our brain ‘recognizes’ a specific action as the start of work. Whether the action is genuine or not does not matter. Someone working from home might simulate tagging an access card next to the door to switch into work mode.
What about reading? Some people enter reading mode by holding an e-book reader in their hands. Using a dedicated reader is a kind of resolution. It is like a will to fully concentrate on reading. Unlike the ‘multipurpose’ nature of smartphones or computers, the e-book reader has only one function, and despite its slow response requiring some patience, it is why e-book readers are gaining attention among readers.
Among e-book readers, the Crema series released by Yes24 is highly used. The Crema S, released on the 8th (priced at 199,000 KRW), is the first domestic e-book device to be equipped with Android 10.0 OS and an octa-core (1.8 GHz) CPU. Having used the Crema Carta (released in 2015), this reporter felt a clear difference in response speed. Pages that previously turned slowly, as if a curtain was rising on a stage, now turned faster than flipping pages of a paper book.
The size that fits in one hand and the resulting lightness are also strengths. Measuring 107×153×6.8(mm) and weighing 150g, it greatly reduces wrist strain. It is lighter than most smartphones, so it is less burdensome for long reading sessions. Even with a flip case attached, it does not exceed the weight of a paper book.
Open Library is the biggest advantage of the Crema series according to readers. Unlike other products that operate closed systems to lure users into their own services, Open Library allows book subscription services and the use of third-party apps, ensuring a diverse reading experience.
The convenience of using Open Library has greatly improved. Previously, installation (APK) files had to be used via wired connections or SD cards, but now, by installing a program on a computer, files can be wirelessly transferred through the ‘Send to Crema’ feature. In fact, using this feature to install ‘Millie’s Library’ on the Crema S and start reading took less than three minutes.
It seems more than sufficient to lead readers who prefer the practicality of e-books into the world of reading.
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