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title: "Looking for an open source e-ink reader/tablet.  The ideal reader…"
date: 2020-11-22
source: facebook
type: Archer T. Ships shared a link.
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# Looking for an open source e-ink reader/tablet.  The ideal reader…

*November 22, 2020 · Facebook*

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[https://github.com/joeycastillo/The-Open-Book](https://github.com/joeycastillo/The-Open-Book){target="_blank"}
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Looking for an open source e-ink reader/tablet. The ideal reader would have the following characteristics:\
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Must have:\
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Supports open file formats (especially epub)\
Waterproof (preferably IPX8)\
Large screen (6\" +)\
\$0 - \$200 price point\
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Preferred:\
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Open OS (Linux / BSD)\
Open hardware\
Long battery life\
No assembly required\
Ruggedized\
Easily replaceable battery (preferably 18650)\
Easily replaceable memory card\
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The Kobo H2O Edition 2 seems closest, but I wonder if others have better recommendations.\
[https://goodereader.com/blog/electronic-readers/kobo-h2o-edition-2-review](https://goodereader.com/blog/electronic-readers/kobo-h2o-edition-2-review){target="_blank"}\
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The Open Book Feather is promising, but too small and fiddly right now:\
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[https://github.com/joeycastillo/The-Open-Book](https://github.com/joeycastillo/The-Open-Book){target="_blank"}
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