can you read by the light?
1053747
This was a gift and the person who received it REALLY likes it; however, I didn't ask about reading. I will find out and follow up with an informed answer.
366636
I've read with it outside without problem. However, just like with any device the light play (where the light is in relation to you and the device) is going to factor in. There are multiple color options though, which may help alleviate any lighting issue. There is Black and White (Black Letters, White Background), White and Black (White Letters, Black Background), and Sepia.
1796649
ABSOLUTELY. They are nearly bright enough to read by at night, not quite, but nearly. What's also great about these is the fiber optic catches any light, which means these things are extremely effective in very bring sunlight as well. I have them and love them.
304717
Yes you can. My son read it in the car when it was dark and he didn't complain. Lately I have been using it at night to read and its okay. I don't like it on my head but if you position it right toward the book its fine. Kind of bright. Its a great purchase but maybe a book lamp would help if your sole purpose is to read at night.
16985
just a reading light, over the shoulder. shows enough light to read if no other lights are on comfortable reading light or other close activity.
2245456
The light is more mood lighting than reading light. It would have to be extremely close to even attempt to read!
1588323
No this lamp is not good lighting to read in, it is just meant to put in a room as like a night light, some are stronger than others but not nearly enough to study in, either is the color of lamp a good color to study in.
722331
Yes, but I don't recommend it as it diminishes your readability. Thank goodness that I have my original Kindle so that I can read in bright light and sunshine.
2125678
You could read under it but it's not as bright as it should be for reading extensively. I think it's more suited for living room ambience.
89875
Yes,. I take my nook out to read and also to watch netflix. You can change brightness settings to your liking.
1414041
I would have used it for that. It's not a super bright light, just enough to see by. When I use it on the porch, it throws enough light to read by up close to it. I love mine.
1383032
It would depend on the type of bulb you choose. I have the soft silicon bulb in mine, and it would not be suitable for reading.
1201320
It is possible to use this to read a magazine. If the magazine is thin, the weight of the light itself may cause the magazine to bend, but otherwise it is definitely possible.
172781
I do not think it would be able to be read in the dark. You would need some light source. The screen does not appear to light up, it appears to reflect.
1549846
No. I love this light, but do not think it would be good for reading unless there are other iight sources in the room.
1015224
Yes, the display is lit. I just tried it in a closet, and I could read it fine.
1812144
I don't know how many lumens it is, but it's definitely bright enough to read by. Here's a picture of my favorite book under the light: http://imgur.com/bInGKRF