The Plastic Logic Que: E-Reader for the On-the-Go Professional

With AT & T’s 3G network as the mobile broadband provider to support WiFi, the Plastic Logic Que (pronounced “Q”) provides power and ease. It is the first of its kind in the sense that it is marketed to the professional who is on-the-go. With sleek and simple construction, this digital gadget won’t fail consumers with its heavy capabilities despite being physically light in weight.

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Still following suit with e-reader technology, the user will be able to read newspapers, books and magazines. But that’s not all: users will also be able to use Word, PowerPoint and Excel. It is easy to find reports, spreadsheets and presentations with just a few taps of the finger. It is the same size as an 8.5 x 11 inch sheet of paper, and is less than a quarter of an inch thick. It is the perfect size for any brief case or purse.

The plastic high quality display is very easy on the eyes while still has a uniqueness all its own, and surprisingly makes e-ink reading enjoyable. The price tag perhaps is a little scary, the WiFi 4GB model is in the $650-range, and the WiFi 3G 8GB model runs around $800. The consumer will find that the 4GB model can hold up to 35,000 documents and the 8 GB model holds up to 75,000. With this technology, a bursting briefcase will become a nuisance of the past!

Although high-priced, the Plastic Logic Que didn’t disappoint consumers at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. It was a hot attraction, and consumers were impressed with the features, especially, how easy it was to use.

Commands are completed without a stylus as the Plastic Logic Que offers up a crystal clear virtual keyboard. Additionally, the user can make notes and highlight important text contained in documents. The 10.7 monochrome screen is built into a simple and thin body, and the power button is the only hardware which is located at the bottom of the reader. The zoom feature is great for getting up-close and personal with all important documents, and the consumer won’t lose out on clarity.

The Que Store offers up a diverse selection of newspapers, magazines and books, and is perfect for the mobile professional. Consumers can pre-order their device on the Que website, or expect to pick up the gadget from retailers mid-March. With ebook readers equipped with more advanced features such the Plastic Logic Que, the Amazon Kindle should be ready for more serious competition.