I bought the PHB on D&D Beyond for $20 when it came out, but I can't use it, because I have no Internet access for my tablet at my gaming table.
As for D&D Reader, the price point is going to matter a LOT. And offline PC/Mac/Linux access is going to be a complete deal breaker. D&D Beyond has no plans to offer offline access for your desktop computer, and for me that's a problem.
As I understand it, they are not working on separate solution for desktop computer as you already have access to DnD Beyond via any web browser in this case. Why waste resources on something obsolete? Are offline desktops so widely used these days?
There will be offline access to purchased books in case of a mobile app, which will work on tablets and phones alike.
Also on the whole 'upcoming reader' thing - no one knows anything about it, is it even going to be a pdf one? Being merely a reader, it will surely have no database search options and character builder features DnDB offers currently. Granted, pricing might be a bit more reasonable, but, again, who knows that for sure?
I bought the PHB on D&D Beyond for $20 when it came out, but I can't use it, because I have no Internet access for my tablet at my gaming table.
As for D&D Reader, the price point is going to matter a LOT. And offline PC/Mac/Linux access is going to be a complete deal breaker. D&D Beyond has no plans to offer offline access for your desktop computer, and for me that's a problem.
As I understand it, they are not working on separate solution for desktop computer as you already have access to DnD Beyond via any web browser in this case. Why waste resources on something obsolete? Are offline desktops so widely used these days?
There will be offline access to purchased books in case of a mobile app, which will work on tablets and phones alike.
Also on the whole 'upcoming reader' thing - no one knows anything about it, is it even going to be a pdf one? Being merely a reader, it will surely have no database search options and character builder features DnDB offers currently. Granted, pricing might be a bit more reasonable, but, again, who knows that for sure?
Offline laptops are, indeed, frequently in use at conventions and other places where Internet service isn't readily available. Not supporting offline access on desktop OSes is a HUGE oversight in my opinion.
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Grant K. Smith A+, Network+, MCP x 2, BSIT/VC, MIS
Software Engineer & Dungeon Master
"Do not meddle in the affairs of wizards, for they are subtle and quick to anger." - J. R. R. Tolkien "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup" - Anonymous
While less convenient than a proper solution for desktop, at least it's possible to save the rule books locally for offline usage. I agree though, that the shift in the industry to ignoring basic features for desktop apps stink. DDB would be a much better offering as a even an Electron app - essentially following the Discord model. Web app for ease of access, but desktop app for better integration and supporting features such as offline support and removing the latency that so often happens on this site.
I bought the PHB on D&D Beyond for $20 when it came out, but I can't use it, because I have no Internet access for my tablet at my gaming table.
As for D&D Reader, the price point is going to matter a LOT. And offline PC/Mac/Linux access is going to be a complete deal breaker. D&D Beyond has no plans to offer offline access for your desktop computer, and for me that's a problem.
As I understand it, they are not working on separate solution for desktop computer as you already have access to DnD Beyond via any web browser in this case. Why waste resources on something obsolete? Are offline desktops so widely used these days?
There will be offline access to purchased books in case of a mobile app, which will work on tablets and phones alike.
Also on the whole 'upcoming reader' thing - no one knows anything about it, is it even going to be a pdf one? Being merely a reader, it will surely have no database search options and character builder features DnDB offers currently. Granted, pricing might be a bit more reasonable, but, again, who knows that for sure?
You have obviously never seen a laptop used at a gaming table where there is pitiful Internet access like at a hotel during a convention, or a gaming/comic boom store without public Internet. Offline PC access is really important.
I bought the PHB on D&D Beyond for $20 when it came out, but I can't use it, because I have no Internet access for my tablet at my gaming table.
As for D&D Reader, the price point is going to matter a LOT. And offline PC/Mac/Linux access is going to be a complete deal breaker. D&D Beyond has no plans to offer offline access for your desktop computer, and for me that's a problem.
As I understand it, they are not working on separate solution for desktop computer as you already have access to DnD Beyond via any web browser in this case. Why waste resources on something obsolete? Are offline desktops so widely used these days?
There will be offline access to purchased books in case of a mobile app, which will work on tablets and phones alike.
Also on the whole 'upcoming reader' thing - no one knows anything about it, is it even going to be a pdf one? Being merely a reader, it will surely have no database search options and character builder features DnDB offers currently. Granted, pricing might be a bit more reasonable, but, again, who knows that for sure?
You have obviously never seen a laptop used at a gaming table where there is pitiful Internet access like at a hotel during a convention, or a gaming/comic boom store without public Internet. Offline PC access is really important.
Even with really great internet access, being be-holden to to latency on the site can be a real damper on gameplay. I was trying to look up some rules here a few weeks back during my game and for whatever reason, DDB was being really slow.
I bought the PHB on D&D Beyond for $20 when it came out, but I can't use it, because I have no Internet access for my tablet at my gaming table.
As for D&D Reader, the price point is going to matter a LOT. And offline PC/Mac/Linux access is going to be a complete deal breaker. D&D Beyond has no plans to offer offline access for your desktop computer, and for me that's a problem.
As I understand it, they are not working on separate solution for desktop computer as you already have access to DnD Beyond via any web browser in this case. Why waste resources on something obsolete? Are offline desktops so widely used these days?
There will be offline access to purchased books in case of a mobile app, which will work on tablets and phones alike.
Also on the whole 'upcoming reader' thing - no one knows anything about it, is it even going to be a pdf one? Being merely a reader, it will surely have no database search options and character builder features DnDB offers currently. Granted, pricing might be a bit more reasonable, but, again, who knows that for sure?
You have obviously never seen a laptop used at a gaming table where there is pitiful Internet access like at a hotel during a convention, or a gaming/comic boom store without public Internet. Offline PC access is really important.
there are programs out there that will run android apps on windows PC's I my self haven't used any of them but I did read on the forums here from folks that have used them. Perhaps they will post in here listing what they use and rate them, I cannot find the actual posts to link them. So please if anyone has used these please post and let us know about them.
I wonder if "backing up" your purchased PHB content by copying and pasting to OneNote constitutes fair use under DMCA? Are you Americans not allowed to rip CDs and DVDs to make a "backup" as long as it is for your own personal use, and not for distribution? What about screen shots of important charts/rules, are those covered by fair use?
That said, if you are offline somewhere you have brought a laptop, you could actually just bring the PHB too, no?
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"Orcs are savage raiders and pillagers with stooped postures, low foreheads, and piggish faces with prominent lower canines that resemble tusks." MM p245 (original printing) You don't OWN your books on DDB: WotC can change them any time. What do you think will happen when OneD&D comes out?
That said, if you are offline somewhere you have brought a laptop, you could actually just bring the PHB too, no?
If that person has a physical PHB, that is. I have a feeling that we are going to see more and more people that have only ever purchased DDB content.
I was thinking about getting a chromebook since I intend to buy solely DDB stuff from here on out, but actual offline access for desktop would be SO much better!
<confused> That... does not compute. Maybe I'm just old, but why _wouldn't_ someone want the hardcopy book! </confused>
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"Orcs are savage raiders and pillagers with stooped postures, low foreheads, and piggish faces with prominent lower canines that resemble tusks." MM p245 (original printing) You don't OWN your books on DDB: WotC can change them any time. What do you think will happen when OneD&D comes out?
That said, if you are offline somewhere you have brought a laptop, you could actually just bring the PHB too, no?
If that person has a physical PHB, that is. I have a feeling that we are going to see more and more people that have only ever purchased DDB content.
I was thinking about getting a chromebook since I intend to buy solely DDB stuff from here on out, but actual offline access for desktop would be SO much better!
I'm using a chromebook (Samsung Chromebook Plus) for just about everything nowadays. I haven't had any issues with lack of internet where I am, but I know others might not be so fortunate. Once the android app hits, I will have offline access to my compendium content. The chromebook is lightweight, a convertible, comes with a stylus, can run Microsoft's OneNote, it's awesome. I highly recommend that route.
That said, if you are offline somewhere you have brought a laptop, you could actually just bring the PHB too, no?
If that person has a physical PHB, that is. I have a feeling that we are going to see more and more people that have only ever purchased DDB content.
I was thinking about getting a chromebook since I intend to buy solely DDB stuff from here on out, but actual offline access for desktop would be SO much better!
Nab a Chromebook with built-in Android app access!
That said, if you are offline somewhere you have brought a laptop, you could actually just bring the PHB too, no?
If that person has a physical PHB, that is. I have a feeling that we are going to see more and more people that have only ever purchased DDB content.
I was thinking about getting a chromebook since I intend to buy solely DDB stuff from here on out, but actual offline access for desktop would be SO much better!
I'm using a chromebook (Samsung Chromebook Plus) for just about everything nowadays. I haven't had any issues with lack of internet where I am, but I know others might not be so fortunate. Once the android app hits, I will have offline access to my compendium content. The chromebook is lightweight, a convertible, comes with a stylus, can run Microsoft's OneNote, it's awesome. I highly recommend that route.
That said, if you are offline somewhere you have brought a laptop, you could actually just bring the PHB too, no?
If that person has a physical PHB, that is. I have a feeling that we are going to see more and more people that have only ever purchased DDB content.
I was thinking about getting a chromebook since I intend to buy solely DDB stuff from here on out, but actual offline access for desktop would be SO much better!
Nab a Chromebook with built-in Android app access!
Great idea, both of you! For some reason I had not made the extra mental leap to getting one with android app access. Definitely going this direction!
<confused> That... does not compute. Maybe I'm just old, but why _wouldn't_ someone want the hardcopy book! </confused>
While I have the books that I bought before DDB came out I purchased Tomb of Annihilation solely on DDB, same with my preorder of Xanathar's. At some point, I will probably either sell/gift the physical books that I have to someone else. I have plenty of player's in my group that are new to the game and only purchasing digitally.
<confused> That... does not compute. Maybe I'm just old, but why _wouldn't_ someone want the hardcopy book! </confused>
Some folks want to go pure digital. I'm one of them. I want DDB so I don't have to lug around all the books.
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Grant K. Smith A+, Network+, MCP x 2, BSIT/VC, MIS
Software Engineer & Dungeon Master
"Do not meddle in the affairs of wizards, for they are subtle and quick to anger." - J. R. R. Tolkien "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup" - Anonymous
<confused> That... does not compute. Maybe I'm just old, but why _wouldn't_ someone want the hardcopy book! </confused>
Some folks want to go pure digital. I'm one of them. I want DDB so I don't have to lug around all the books.
Fair enough. I'm a grognard completionist. Imust have my precious precious books!!!
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"Orcs are savage raiders and pillagers with stooped postures, low foreheads, and piggish faces with prominent lower canines that resemble tusks." MM p245 (original printing) You don't OWN your books on DDB: WotC can change them any time. What do you think will happen when OneD&D comes out?
"[D&D] is like hanging out... but with math" - Dan Harmon
Grant K. Smith
A+, Network+, MCP x 2, BSIT/VC, MIS
Software Engineer & Dungeon Master
"Do not meddle in the affairs of wizards, for they are subtle and quick to anger." - J. R. R. Tolkien
"Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup" - Anonymous
While less convenient than a proper solution for desktop, at least it's possible to save the rule books locally for offline usage. I agree though, that the shift in the industry to ignoring basic features for desktop apps stink. DDB would be a much better offering as a even an Electron app - essentially following the Discord model. Web app for ease of access, but desktop app for better integration and supporting features such as offline support and removing the latency that so often happens on this site.
Bluestacks runs android on Windows PC.
I wonder if "backing up" your purchased PHB content by copying and pasting to OneNote constitutes fair use under DMCA? Are you Americans not allowed to rip CDs and DVDs to make a "backup" as long as it is for your own personal use, and not for distribution? What about screen shots of important charts/rules, are those covered by fair use?
That said, if you are offline somewhere you have brought a laptop, you could actually just bring the PHB too, no?
"Orcs are savage raiders and pillagers with stooped postures, low foreheads, and piggish faces with prominent lower canines that resemble tusks." MM p245 (original printing)
You don't OWN your books on DDB: WotC can change them any time. What do you think will happen when OneD&D comes out?
"Orcs are savage raiders and pillagers with stooped postures, low foreheads, and piggish faces with prominent lower canines that resemble tusks." MM p245 (original printing)
You don't OWN your books on DDB: WotC can change them any time. What do you think will happen when OneD&D comes out?
Even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in awhile.
Because they bought it on DDB and don't want to pay for it again?
Grant K. Smith
A+, Network+, MCP x 2, BSIT/VC, MIS
Software Engineer & Dungeon Master
"Do not meddle in the affairs of wizards, for they are subtle and quick to anger." - J. R. R. Tolkien
"Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup" - Anonymous
"Orcs are savage raiders and pillagers with stooped postures, low foreheads, and piggish faces with prominent lower canines that resemble tusks." MM p245 (original printing)
You don't OWN your books on DDB: WotC can change them any time. What do you think will happen when OneD&D comes out?
Be careful what you Wish for... your DM may just give it to you!
To resurrect and old thread. Whatever happened to D&D Reader? Announced on September 21st and not a single mention of it again.
Let it RIP please. ;) Locking the thread.
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