DocTheEbook : Librie Hardware

64MB SDRAM system memory (62500KB free)
4MB NOR flash memory
Linux bootloader, kernel, Memory Stick BIOS, keys and device informations
32MB NAND flash memory Samsung KM29U256T
fonts, dictionaries and bookshelf data, 11152KB free
16MB NAND flash memory Samsung KM29U128T
rootfs and OpenMG data

System OS

Sony Linux OS: NSC Linux version 1.2.0 Patch 4.2 (MontaVista distribution)

NOW WITH ENGLISH OS: Every gadget-lover that sees the Sony Librie e-book in person is floored. The high-tech e-ink looks too crisp to be believed. In fact, most people assume the page on display is just a sticker. In fact, it's a remarkable display technology, that looks like a newspaper and uses most energy only when “printing” (changing pages). Therefore, the Librie requires only 4 AA batteries for power--and displays 10,000 pages of information between battery replacement. The Librie is incredibly light and small, and its screen must be seen to be understood. The Librie ships with a fold over cover that makes it easy to slip into your bag without worrying about scratching.
The Librie uses its own file format, but is capable of displaying (converted) PDF files. The Librie ships with an English OS, as well as instructions for converting PDFs to Librie-compatible files. (The process is to convert the PDF to the Librie's file format, and then put that file on the Librie either by USB, or by inserting a Memory Stick. The Memory Stick option is a little easier and affords more storage space.) At this time, there are no English e-books available for purchase, so the Librie is most useful if you have PDFs to read.

Connectivity

Memory Stick slot (Memory Stick Pro compatible, up to 2GB)
USB 2.0 port
Headphone jack
Rear-mounted mono speaker
internal UART-0 and UART-1 (root console is running via UART-1)

Power

4xAAA batteries, 10.000 pageturns

Function

Miniature QWERTY keyboard

The Librie has many Buttons, some are only labeled in Japanese.

Memory function that can place up to 40 bookmarks