[News] When will printed media become obsolete?

It's not going to happen. Reading print on a screen won't ever be as convenient in form or presentation as reading a book.

How ya doing, buddy?

Originally Posted by Krel

Things like the Kindle are the first step away from that. It'll happen, but not for a few decades yet.

Maybe, I haven't had chance to test one yet. All I know is that most screens make my eyes tired more readily than print on paper does.

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Originally Posted by Radez29

I don't think the argument regarding comfort and convenience of books is necessarily an accurate one. Have you tried reading a paperback that's 1000+ pages long? It's a pain in the balls.

Actually I have, and boody good point. I keep hoping someone is going to see sense and start splitting large paperbacks into multiple volumes for ease of use. I like some authors who turn out enormous volumes, and it's not pleasant at all. Mind you I don't have the same issue with hardcovers.

Based on your post and Krel's I've got to admit that the new Kindle might be the first step towards weaning me away from printed volumes.

There's nowhere I can't reach.