Kindle?

[jurban05]

I was just curious if a Kindle was really worth purchasing. I saw that some books cost more on the Kindle than they do to purchase in the store or Ebay. So im not really sure if I want to purchase it. Can anyonetell me what they like about theirs or even sell me on the Kindle?


I was wondering if colleges offer their books on Kindle and if it eventually gets filled or something happens is there a place that you can save your books or whatnot so you dont lose them. Also if there was a way to purchase the hard coy of the book at a cheaper price if you already had it on Kindle. Thanks all in advance

[iacas]

I have mine and love using it. It'd take a lot to "fill" a Kindle - and even then you can just keep a copy in your Amazon account. I've yet to see a book that wasn't at least several dollars cheaper on Kindle than via amazon's regular pricing. I don't use eBay or visit used book stores - I like my books new.

The note-taking capabilities are great. I have a clippings file and things that I use frequently. I know a lot of definitions but I think one time I looked up a definition using the Kindle - very cool. It's incredibly easy to read and, if like me, you turn 3G off when you're not buying anything, it'll work fine.

No discount on hard-cover books (it'd be nice, and I think Amazon would offer it if the publishers allowed it), and don't get an illustration heavy book unless the illustrations work well in greyscale.

You can view your Kindle books on your computer or even your iPhone other places. I've read a few Kindle books on Windows when I wanted to refer to things as I was writing about them, or copy/paste them, etc. Your clippings, etc. sync everywhere.

The only accessory I've bought for mine is a $30 cover which works great and is all I need. The only feature I wish they'd add would be folders.

I wouldn't say I "love" mine but I'm not one to toss that word about lightly. I use mine all the time, and enjoy the experience.

[jurban05]

Well I think im going to go get one. Thanks for the information. I didnt really research it much until you wrote all that and the features you spoke about seem prettty helpful and convient. Thanks again iacas.

[iacas]

Well I think im going to go get one. Thanks for the information. I didnt really research it much until you wrote all that and the features you spoke about seem prettty helpful and convient. Thanks again iacas.

Before you decide for sure, check out

http://www.kindleboards.com/ and see what a bunch of other people have to say. They're biased (duh), but you're also likely to get some negative, frank opinions as well.

[EightBlue]

i have one and use it alot. mostly because i travel 2-3 days a week. Its not just books, but mostly magazines and newspapers. so much easier than having to drag them with you.

now if you want to know whether you should wait for the iPad, that's a separate discussion

[Dub]

I've got the version installed on my iPhone and use it a moderate amount.

It's great for reading a novel in poorly lit situations and handy for having a good novel always at your disposal.

I can imagine that the ipad really would bring this to life even better!!!!

[iacas]

I can imagine that the ipad really would bring this to life even better!!!!

Here's how I see that:

iPad - great for magazines or things which are heavily illustrated Kindle - great for books, because the battery lasts longer and the screen is great for reading text - much better than the iPad (or a computer). It's just too bad color e-ink is 112 years away (or whatever).

[jurban05]

Im going to do a little more research on this and the ipad. see what i Like. for some reason i never really got into ipods and apple gear that much. Do they offer a big selection on magazines and newspapers? and are the magazines and newspapers cheaper?

[nevets88]

Another good site to read up on Kindle and eReaders:

http://www.mobileread.com/