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Plastic Logic has launched a device that’s perfect for the corporate life – the Que e-reader. The device only has one button (the home button), making it completely touch orientated. The device also called a Pro Reader supports all the formats needed in the business world including PDF files, Microsoft Office documents and ePub publications. The Que is made with plastic electronic technology, allowing the Que e-reader to lightweight, sleek and simple to use.

Features to use at work

With the Que e-reader you can subscribe to all the leading newspapers and magazines including the Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribunal, Sporting News Today and many more. The Pro Reader is aimed at people who need to read for a work more than leisure. Instead of wasting money and time on printing costs, transfer files onto the Que and display them with clarity on the high quality LCD screen. The 8.5 by 11 inch screen is easy to read, and documents can be edited with a stylus. The home page reveals important applications like a calendar spreadsheet and drop-down menus. The Pro reader software allows its users to move files from PC, Mac and BlackBerry content straight onto the Que.

Choose your connection

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Plastic Logic has made two Que e-readers differing in Internet connection. One is connected via wi-fi, but only supports 4GB of internal memory, which can hold up to 35,000 documents. The other has a 3G connection and has more storage space at 8GB, which will be able to store an impressive 75,000 files. The wireless support offers the same features, subscriptions to publications and extremely quick download options. The Pro reader supports Que TruVue standard – which uses Adobe Reader, and gives the device the look and feel of a real newspaper, making it look more professional and modern.

What to expect

The fact that the Que e-reader is aimed at corporate types may decrease the appeal for some, and most people may prefer a regular e-reader. The Que isn’t colour screen, and may be a bit slow when ‘turning the page,’ and with all the smart features and sleek design, the Que is expected to be rather expensive. Besides that, the Que is a smart, elegant Pro Reader with loads of features and wireless options. The nice part of the Que is that it’s modest. It doesn’t appear flashy and looks just like a normal piece of paper. The Que e-reader was supposed to be hitting the shelves in April, but the company has had to push the release date to sometime this summer.