e-reader
noun
e-read·er
ˈē-ˌrē-dər 
: a handheld electronic device designed to be used for reading e-books and similar material
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According to Cleveland Clinic, the term covers problems linked to computers, tablets, e-readers and smartphones.
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Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
Daytime exposure supports the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle, while too much blue light at night, such as from a tablet or e-reader at bedtime, can disrupt sleep.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Existing digital libraries on other non-BOOX e-readers can also be integrated via apps like Kindle for Android.
—New Atlas, 12 June 2026
The cover is snug-fitting, sleek-feeling, and completely protective over my e-reader.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
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Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
Daytime exposure supports the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle, while too much blue light at night, such as from a tablet or e-reader at bedtime, can disrupt sleep.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Existing digital libraries on other non-BOOX e-readers can also be integrated via apps like Kindle for Android.
—New Atlas, 12 June 2026
The cover is snug-fitting, sleek-feeling, and completely protective over my e-reader.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
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“E-reader.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/e-reader. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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