Question to those that have the N7 or are getting one soon: how do digital comics look on the screen? Can you read text boxes and thought bubbles without having to zoom in?
Played with Comixlogy on the Kindle Fire? In theory they should be the same as they have screens that are the same size (vaguely, the N7's screen looks slightly short and wider), but the Nexus 7's Comixology app is formatted correctly. A normal page fits the entire screen minus the software menu buttons. On the Kindle Fire, there are letterbox bars on the top and bottom of the page, meaning it's smaller on the screen. Add up the Kindle Fire's weaker pixel density, and the Nexus 7 is a better reading experience.
Here's some pictures quickly taken at work with my cell camera.
In the first one you can see the black bars on the Fire's screen.
In the second, you can get a feel for what the size difference and pixel density does to the text.
That's just to give you a rough idea.
It's more the resolution on nexus 7 is better than the kindle fire.
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If you're willing to wait a bit, you might consider the Kindle Fire 2 (or one of them). Rumors are that it might be released as early as this month, with perhaps a 9 inch version coming later this fall.
Personally, I'm going to wait to compare the two. I was pretty much sold on the Kindle Fire until I got to see one up close and the screen resolution is just not quite there for me. I'm hoping the newer versions make the grade.
If you're willing to wait a bit, you might consider the Kindle Fire 2 (or one of them). Rumors are that it might be released as early as this month, with perhaps a 9 inch version coming later this fall.
Personally, I'm going to wait to compare the two. I was pretty much sold on the Kindle Fire until I got to see one up close and the screen resolution is just not quite there for me. I'm hoping the newer versions make the grade.
Thought about it, but the only thing I'm losing is Amazon Instant Video, and I'm gaining full Android, always up-to-date. Decent enough sticking point to go with the Nexus unless Amazon pulls out some crazy talk.
I'm absolutely loving Legends of the Dark Knight at the moment, and i'm wondering why we aren't seeing something similar being done with other characters like Superman or Wonder Woman or Green Lantern?
I'm absolutely loving Legends of the Dark Knight at the moment, and i'm wondering why we aren't seeing something similar being done with other characters like Superman or Wonder Woman or Green Lantern?
I like it a lot too, and I think it's probably more of a test of the format than anything right now. If it's successful, we'll probably see more with other characters down the line. Batman's the biggest thing DC has going right now, so developing it around him originally is probably a smart move from DC.
Fucking hell, I knew I was in trouble as soon as I saw there were 201 Batman comics on sale. Long Halloween, Dark Victory, and Return of Bruce Wayne are getting bought, but I didn't look closely to see what all is in there. Looks like a premature end to the Steam sale for me.
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Well, shit.
Alright, people more knowledgeable in Batman than me, what's the must gets of that sale?
Dark Knight Returns and the Long Halloween seem like a given. I've heard good things about Gotham Central and Batman & Robin. Personally, I'll probably skip all of that and get Batman Beyond.
Ugh, why does the "free comics" tab on the site not list these comics?
It does, but unfortuntly it goes by release date and these were released long ago.
Use the marvel store for better viewing of free comics http://comicstore.marvel.com/free-comics
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I have no problems with waiting the extra month for them to chop the dollar off of the price of most comics. I think its pretty much just Marvel that doesn't do that consistently, but they cut the price back in waves.
Weekend Sale on Incorruptible and Irredeemable. Two of the series I want most!
All of incorruptible for $30, and the first half of Irredeemable for $16. I had the first couple trades for each already, but that is a hell of a deal. Additionally, the issues of Ultimate Comics stuff that didn't come with digital codes have all been marked down to $1.99 finally, so I just spent around $75 on comixology
Yeah, 2 and 3 were pretty cool. You get into Annihilation: Conquest right after that though, up to about issue 12, so don't know how "jump in friendly" that would get.
I haven't gotten past that yet so i can't comment further. But if you just wanted a taste I guess the first 3 issues is a good place to start.
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It's more the resolution on nexus 7 is better than the kindle fire.
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http://www.mobilenapps.com/articles/3103/20120715/kindle-fire-2-release-date-features-hd.htm
Personally, I'm going to wait to compare the two. I was pretty much sold on the Kindle Fire until I got to see one up close and the screen resolution is just not quite there for me. I'm hoping the newer versions make the grade.
Thought about it, but the only thing I'm losing is Amazon Instant Video, and I'm gaining full Android, always up-to-date. Decent enough sticking point to go with the Nexus unless Amazon pulls out some crazy talk.
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I like it a lot too, and I think it's probably more of a test of the format than anything right now. If it's successful, we'll probably see more with other characters down the line. Batman's the biggest thing DC has going right now, so developing it around him originally is probably a smart move from DC.
Alright, people more knowledgeable in Batman than me, what's the must gets of that sale?
Batman #404-407 is Batman: Year One, definitely a must get if you haven't read that story
Gotham Central is really good.
Legends of the Dark Knight #1-10 is Grant Morrison's story Batman: Gothic, which is really good.
The Dark Knight Returns is, of course, a classic and a must get if you haven't read it.
Basically it's Long Halloween part two so if you liked that...
Dark Victory is a Jeph Loeb story.
Death in the Family is significant in the history of Batman, but it's really not a great story.
plus it has Pirate Batman
It's actually pretty cool. The Hush Beyond arc was my favorite, if that's part of the sale.
I am guessing $.99 sales are for comics older than a year?
Daken: Dark Wolverine #1
Twleve #1
Avengers Academy #1
and last weeks, that will expire next week
Deadpool Corps #1
Secret Avengers #1
Nova #1
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Did anybody actually read the last few issues of the Twelve after it came out? How did that turn out - the usual JMS choke at the finish line?
Ugh, why does the "free comics" tab on the site not list these comics?
http://comicstore.marvel.com/free-comics
It does, but unfortuntly it goes by release date and these were released long ago.
Use the marvel store for better viewing of free comics
http://comicstore.marvel.com/free-comics
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YES
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but fuck paying 4 bucks for a digital one issue comic. That is insane.
the .99 sales are pretty awesome though
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If payday is tomorrow do yourself a favor and spend thirteen bucks on some good comics.
Weekend Sale on Incorruptible and Irredeemable. Two of the series I want most!
All of incorruptible for $30, and the first half of Irredeemable for $16. I had the first couple trades for each already, but that is a hell of a deal. Additionally, the issues of Ultimate Comics stuff that didn't come with digital codes have all been marked down to $1.99 finally, so I just spent around $75 on comixology
Ant-Man and Wasp #1
Amazing Spider-Man #568
Wolverine: Origins #1
Kind of bummed I picked up a bunch of those a month ago, but I can get the rest for cheaper so whoo hoo!
I haven't gotten past that yet so i can't comment further. But if you just wanted a taste I guess the first 3 issues is a good place to start.