On the eve of the sale of PocketBook 623 Touch2 the manufacturer decided to completely upgrade its product line. New gadgets were supposed to be as simple to use as possible. And it is this model that was the result of a long, hard work, aimed at changing the functionality, interface, etc.
The fact that from time to time a company must completely update its products is known to all successful players in the market. For example, another industry giant, Amazon, did the same.
Main characteristics
Раз речь идет о второй модели в серии, то inevitable comparison with its predecessor. Appearance is almost no different. True, the sale appeared different colors. The body can be white, black and silver. Its frontal part is made of not glossy, but smooth plastic. The back side is different from the front. For it used a different type of plastic, which is also called "soft-touch". Thanks to its structure, the device fits securely in the hand. Keeping it comfortable and even pleasant, so that even a long process of reading will not cause discomfort.
Вес почти не изменился и равен 198 граммам.The dimensions of the device are also chosen so that it is easy and convenient to carry around. The lower part of the housing fixtures thickened specifically for this. The screen is protected by glass, which is standard for this type of device.
Design
Most of the front panel takestouch screen, with the help of which it is most convenient to interact with the functionality. Another important element is a status indicator. The key block is located below the screen. These buttons allow you to turn pages or switch between menu sections. Also available here is the Home feature. If the book is open, then using the key block, you can call the context menu.
At the bottom of the PocketBook 623 are allfamiliar functional elements. This is a mini jack for connecting headphones, a USB connector, convenient as a way of interacting with a personal computer and charging, and a button for turning off a device. There is also a micro-SD card slot. But on the top and side ends there are no ports and sockets. Therefore, everything is conveniently located in one place, according to users.
Screen
The first innovation that catches your eye,when you pick up a PocketBook 623, this, of course, is an HD screen and a redesigned backlight. The image quality has become much higher compared to previous models. Included lights makes the picture even more colorful. Reading on this screen is pleasant and convenient, buyers confirm this. The text is smooth and expressive. In addition, you can always change the individual settings to make the letters what you want. The classic version of black letters on a white background may seem unnecessarily trivial to some users, so the parameters include a variety of combinations. This allows you to make PocketBook 623 a truly personal tool that is adjusted according to the tastes and needs of the buyer.
Устройство лишено эффекта «моргания», из-за which the text begins to blur when turning over. Many e-book critics reject this format for precisely this reason. Now PocketBook 623 leaves this problem in the past, preventing some from adapting to reading from electronic media.
Backlight and brightness
Used for highlighting become popularLEDs. They are located below the bottom edge of the device. The light spreads evenly thanks to the film with which PocketBook 623 Touch 2 is equipped. Such technology is also designed to protect the reader's eyesight.
Brightness can be adjusted to your liking.Sometimes intense backlighting is simply not needed, and it will only waste the charge of the device. In this case, you can change the brightness, for example, by 50% compared with the maximum rate. But at night, when it is especially important to see clearly the picture on the screen in front of you, all the power of the LED is used. The matte display is a feature of the PocketBook Touch 2 623. Reviews of its properties are usually positive, many say that reading on this screen is much more comfortable. Capacitive surface is protected from sun glare and other image defects.
Inner filling
New PocketBook Touch 2 623, reviews of whichoften positive, got a quality processor. Its frequency is 800 MHz. 4 gigabytes of internal physical memory is enough to adapt to the device and understand what it is capable of. In the future, you can purchase an SD-drive, which will make the available amount of information even more. RAM is 128 megabytes. This is enough to open the book on the device scrolling without problems and freezes.
This applies to both the simple FB2 format andmore complex analogues (PDF, DJVU, DOC). Access to such files opens up great opportunities for the reader with PocketBook 623. The user's manual will help to resolve the most common difficulties during the operation. But do not give in to the impression that the functionality of the device is difficult to master. In fact, the device is intuitive. Its menus and settings are built in a convenient scheme that is easy to remember. Many buyers celebrate this.
Степень взаимодействия с текстом также зависит и from the file itself. If in PDF there is a layer of recognized text, then it can be copied or selected for annotation. These are very useful features - you can create notes and mark the necessary parts of the text. Bookmarks work in all files. They will help to return to the desired page by clicking the mark in the table of contents. Users also like this useful moment.
Формат DJVU не так функционален, как PDF, зато он differs in smaller weight and compactness. In addition, such files are often facsimiles of real books. If we are talking about the old edition, the reader can see the old typographical methods, as well as the layout of pages.
the Internet
The first models of "readers" tried to diversifythat supplemented them with the most different offers, making of a device mini-similarity of a PDA. However, now all manufacturers (like PocketBook) are trying first of all to give buyers the opportunity to comfortably go online with a new device. For this, readers are equipped with Wi-Fi.
PocketBook 623, отзывы о котором как о Internet tool positive, is no exception. By default, there is always a button on the main menu screen that redirects the user to the online store. It is branded. The account here can be synchronized with the device, which is extremely convenient when interacting. A rich selection of books will help both those who are looking for a specific volume in their library, and those who do not know what to read.
However, for the latter there is anotherfunctional service. This is a social network for book lovers ReadRate. You can log in to it in various ways - create your own account or synchronize with your Facebook. A reader who suffers from a choice and does not know which book to spend the evening with, can open ratings and selections or read comments left by the same users. Convenient interface and a wide choice - that's what gives ReadRate to any user.
Browser
But for internet surfing this device is notvery suit. There is a built-in browser in the menu, with the help of which, hypothetically, you can open any page on the World Wide Web. However, the operation of the application is associated with certain problems. Some especially large pages will open for a long time, and the device will start to slow down. All this is the inevitable overhead of the PocketBook 623 format. Instructions for using each application are in the user guide, which is in the box with the device.
Apps
Of the other additions in the first place you needNote the built-in dictionary of foreign languages. In addition, there are simple standard games, a calendar, a calculator, a function of notes - in general, everything that is necessary for any organizer.
Устройство поддерживает просмотр фотографий в popular formats. There is also an mp3 player, which will be a great addition to entertaining reading. In it, as in the library, has its own record library. The player reads tags, so it’s easy to quickly navigate among the files on the device or search for something in a keyword search.
Faults and Repair
Если PocketBook 623 не включается, то, скорее all, the device has squandered its charge. A convenient interface will not let you forget about the lack of energy (the icon with the battery and its state is visible in any mode). On the other hand, there may be a breakdown of the charger or other part of the reader. Then it is best to contact the specialized center where the staff will be able to conduct high-quality diagnostics using special equipment.
As with any other device, trouble canhappen with PocketBook 623. Screen repair (for example) is most often associated with matrix damage, when the display does not show part of the picture or stops responding to button presses altogether. This can serve various reasons. Most often they are associated with careless exploitation, as they say the users themselves. Repair PocketBook 623 Touch 2 (replacement of the screen and components) can be made under warranty, if it has not expired. Therefore, before you go to a specialist, you should check all the papers and documents obtained with the purchase.
Repair PocketBook 623 Touch 2 is often needed and incase of mechanical damage. The manufacturer did everything so that the case and the screen could not be broken with proper care. All that is required from the user is to be careful in handling the equipment.
