I’ve been a book reader for a long time, but never got into eBooks. I want to try it out next, but don’t want to use any privacy vilotating devices or software. So, those “10 best” lists I found while searching are out, all of the Amazon crap is out.

What’s left? What’s a good device to buy so I can self-host my own eBook library and get into eReading. I would prefer suggestions for devices which just read books and comics and such. I don’t need access to the app stores on it, I think.

Thanks for any ideas.

ETA: I have a Linux PC and an Android phone, if those things matter.

ETA2: Thank you all for these replies. You’ve given me a lot to think about and I appreciate the help!

LAST EDIT: Getting a Kobo Clara Color, 6" eInk dealie-bob! Thanks y’all. Don’t let this stop you from posting your suggestions still. Posts like these help many over time. Y’all rock!

  • @subiacOSB@lemmy.ml
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    12 months ago

    You page loads up then it goes away. Not sure what’s up. Maybe it’s my ad blockers. Who knows.

    • Domi
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      12 months ago

      Which browser do you use? The only issue I’m aware of is that the videos don’t load on Firefox for Android.

      • @subiacOSB@lemmy.ml
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        11 month ago

        I’m pretty sure I’ve done that with chrome safari and Firefox. If you want to make sure nothing is cached, do this. Disable java script. Open a private browser then go to the site. That should take care of the pay wall. 😀