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graham_s

Dec 25th 2009 6:19 pm

Sony eReader

Anyone got any idea where I can get a Sony eReader in KSA?
or am I going to have to import one?

heartofdarkness

Dec 26th 2009 3:37 am

Re: Sony eReader

I dont think its been released in middle east as of yet. I ordered it from B+H Photo in U.S.

melb_ksa

Dec 26th 2009 11:41 am

Re: Sony eReader

Quote:

Originally Posted by graham_s (Post 8197075)

Anyone got any idea where I can get a Sony eReader in KSA?
or am I going to have to import one?

These people even seem to accept cash on delivery:
http://www.memega.com/MeMega/Search/...%29+-+PRS600SC

But they seem to be sold out at the moment ...
Better get one from the US. Sonystyle should ship to your Aramex address. There's also the new PRS-900 out (Daily Edition).

I might be selling my iRex Iliad soon if anyone is interested :)

begmohsin

Dec 26th 2009 7:55 pm

Re: Sony eReader

Quote:

Originally Posted by graham_s (Post 8197075)

Anyone got any idea where I can get a Sony eReader in KSA?
or am I going to have to import one?

as a expat used to live in KSA, try Jeddah malls, one of them should have it. That big IT mall ! cant remember the name of it.

Goodluck on shipment !, postal sucks !

graham_s

Dec 27th 2009 7:44 am

Re: Sony eReader

Quote:

Originally Posted by begmohsin (Post 8198102)

as a expat used to live in KSA, try Jeddah malls, one of them should have it. That big IT mall ! cant remember the name of it.

Goodluck on shipment !, postal sucks !

I got an email from Sony ME today;

Quote:

Thank you for your email

Further to your concern we regret to inform you that we do not sell SONY E-book readers currently in the Middle-east market, including Saudi Arabia.

Due to regional copyright and E-content limitations, E-book content providers such as Amazon, SONY E-Books, do not offer Download of such books in our region (incl. UAE).

We seek your kind understanding and trust the above would be of much use.

Looks like i'm importing.

melb_ksa

Dec 27th 2009 8:17 am

Re: Sony eReader

Quote:

Originally Posted by graham_s (Post 8198948)

I got an email from Sony ME today;

Looks like i'm importing.

Oh, it's importing for sure - especially when it comes to buying e-books.
There are ways around it though. If you really wanted to use the Sony books store, you could use a US VPN provider (4-5 USD per month) to access their server. This means that your IP address originates from the US and they can geo-block you!
Also, there are many other online bookstores that are accessible from anywhere (check www.mobileread.com out, lots of good resources there.

Good luck and happy e-reading!

melb_ksa

Dec 27th 2009 8:19 am

Re: Sony eReader

Quote:

Originally Posted by begmohsin (Post 8198102)

as a expat used to live in KSA, try Jeddah malls, one of them should have it. That big IT mall ! cant remember the name of it.

Goodluck on shipment !, postal sucks !

I don't think you'll be able to find an ereader in any computer souq in KSA ... Re postal service, you are absolutely right. That's why I use Aramex - it's more expensive, but hell of a lot more reliable.

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