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I love my iPad.
It’s effortlessly good at almost everything and allows me to indulge in all my whims in one place.
They’re just too valuableand fragile.
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That just isn’t the case for most tablets.
eReaders are small, light, and usually made of hardier materials than your traditional tablet.
eReaders Provide a Distraction-Free Zone
We all know the temptation of push notifications.
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One minute you’re engrossed in a book, the next you’re halfway down a YouTube rabbit hole.
There is nothing to distract you.
The functionality of an eReader centers around reading books and finding your next book to read.
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No notifications, no tabs, just the words on the page.
When it comes to reading, eReaders are easier on the eyes than tablets.
eReaders use e-ink technology, which is designed to look like paper.
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Many eReaders also haveblue light filtersand matte screens.
However, you might be surprised at just how affordable eReaders can be.
Second-hand eReaders are pretty widely available, too, with Rakuten selling theirrefurbished Kobo Niafor $79.99.
The choice is yours, but I choose both.
