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Kindle
Mar 19, 2014 19:45:05 GMT -8
Post by ujjwala on Mar 19, 2014 19:45:05 GMT -8
Hello, could people who use tell me about Kindle. I see various models but have not clue what specifics I should be looking for in the specifications.
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Kindle
Mar 20, 2014 0:14:10 GMT -8
Post by Deleted on Mar 20, 2014 0:14:10 GMT -8
I have the simplest one and it works perfect for me. But I think the Paperwhite is pretty good as well. Depends what you need. I only want to read my books so I didn't got for the tabletish one. I don't need the screen with a light, it doesn't do good for my eyes.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2014 0:18:59 GMT -8
From the Amazon description: Kindle — small, light, and fast -> the one I have Less than 6 ounces - lighter than a paperback, fits in your pocket Hand-tuned fonts for easier reading Reads like paper with no glare, even in bright sunlight Download books in 60 seconds with built-in Wi-Fi Holds over 1,000 books - take your library wherever you go Massive book selection. Lowest prices. Over a million titles less than $4.99 Hundreds of thousands of Kindle-exclusive titles that you won't find anywhere else, including books by best-selling authors such as Kurt Vonnegut Supports children's books and includes parental controls Unlike tablets, Kindle Paperwhite is designed to deliver the best reading experience No screen glare in bright sunlight Read with one hand—over 30% lighter than iPad mini Battery lasts weeks, not hours Next-gen built-in light—read without eyestrain Unlike tablets, Kindle Paperwhite 3G is designed to deliver the best reading experience Free 3G wireless—no monthly fees or annual contracts No screen glare in bright sunlight Read with one hand—over 30% lighter than iPad mini Battery lasts weeks, not hours Next-gen built-in light—read without eyestrain Kindle DX - detailled discription -> www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002GYWHSQ/ref=fs_dx#kindle-features Kindle Fire -> detailled discriptions -> www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CU0NSCU/ref=fs_jwFor me the normal one is enough. I have to say I only have because it is perfect for travelling and because I have a very small flat and no more space for books . To find the right one really depends on what you need . I hope it helps a litte.
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Kindle
Mar 21, 2014 3:28:59 GMT -8
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Post by pagalmariam on Mar 21, 2014 3:28:59 GMT -8
I don't have a Kindle, but I have a e-book reader from a leading US bookstore. I can't imagine being without it anymore! It is one of the older tablet readers which allows you to play some games and some other features. I can also load PDF documents which I find very useful! I guess it is very similar to what kindle offers. I don't mind the light - I could dimm the light if I wish, it's just cool to be able to read in the dark when hubby already sleeps
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Kindle
Mar 21, 2014 11:26:23 GMT -8
Post by abhijacko on Mar 21, 2014 11:26:23 GMT -8
I have actually been contemplating purchasing an e-reader as well. I always use this website. toptenreviews.com, for a general comparison between competing products ebook-reader-review.toptenreviews.com/From my understanding, if you are in for something affordable (which I am) then the original Kindle (not touchscreen I think) or Kobo Mini is the way to go. If you want something top of the line, then Kindle Paperwhite / Nook GlowLight seem to be the best ones around. I am not sure about the availability of Kobo and Nook in India though, because they are sold by the American bookstores alexia mentioned. But they might be available. Will check The one issue with Kindle is you get stuck in the Amazon market. Which is actually very rich and has most of the books for a reasonable price. But the Kindles can read no other format besides the Amazon one. so no pdfs, epubs etc. If they dint have this limitation I would have certainly opted for Kindle. Now I am undecided. Will update once I do more research
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Post by palacerani on Mar 21, 2014 14:25:38 GMT -8
I have the iPad. I absolutely adore it. If you want just a basic reader then Kindle or any other make is fine. But with the iPad I can do pretty much everything that a computer does plus it's so light and easy to carry. It can store a whole lot of books too and is lighted so you can read in the dark.
But like I said if reading is all you want to do then Kindle is good.
One thing though. Kindle supports the MOBI format while Nook and Kobo etc. support the ePUB format which is more universal. So with a Kindle you can pretty much buy books ONLY from Amazon.
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Kindle
Mar 21, 2014 19:37:27 GMT -8
Post by sandidi on Mar 21, 2014 19:37:27 GMT -8
this is a great thread! Husband & I had thought about getting an eReader, but bamboozled by all the variety... thanks everyone for all the info!
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Post by Zarahti on Mar 21, 2014 21:29:59 GMT -8
calibre is mentioned as a must-have by everyone I know who uses e-books and e-readers. It's a library manager and, more importantly, format converter. You can convert books you buy elsewhere to MOBI format and MOBI to other formats, like EPUB.
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Kindle
Mar 21, 2014 23:06:16 GMT -8
Post by ujjwala on Mar 21, 2014 23:06:16 GMT -8
Thanks every one for replying. I am not looking for an expensive thing. Mainly look for a decent e-Reader which is not too expensive where can read a kindle book I purchase, PDFs also if possible. So what should I go for?
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Kindle
Mar 22, 2014 7:53:15 GMT -8
Post by abhijacko on Mar 22, 2014 7:53:15 GMT -8
I think I was wrong about kindle not reading pdfs. It does it from what I have read Cheapest good quality option is going for original Kindle. IT is not touchscreen, but very solid quality. I was releaes in India 2 years back for 7000Rs. So it should be even lower now New Kindle Paperwhite is Rs. 8000 if ordered from amazon (http://www.amazon.in/Kindle-Paperwhite-Resolution-Display-Built/dp/B007RF5268). So not too bad either Other than that, I suggest go to an electronics store like Croma and get a feel of the ereaders before purchasing. Wnat might be popular on the net might not work for you
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Kindle
Mar 22, 2014 8:55:29 GMT -8
Post by ujjwala on Mar 22, 2014 8:55:29 GMT -8
Thanks Abhi.
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Post by palacerani on Mar 22, 2014 9:44:25 GMT -8
calibre is mentioned as a must-have by everyone I know who uses e-books and e-readers. It's a library manager and, more importantly, format converter. You can convert books you buy elsewhere to MOBI format and MOBI to other formats, like EPUB. Calibre is awesome.
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Kindle
Apr 6, 2014 19:03:12 GMT -8
Post by ujjwala on Apr 6, 2014 19:03:12 GMT -8
Couple of questions question.
If I have E-Books in PDF format on my Laptop can they be transferred to Kindle Paperwhite?
Can I download Audios books on Kindle? If I have an Audio Book in MP3 format already can I transfer it on to Kindle Paperwhite.
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Post by agantuk on Apr 6, 2014 19:18:27 GMT -8
PDFs can be read on Kindle, but please DON'T. They don't render as well as one would like. It is FAR better to use a tool like Caliber to epub or mobi formats than to read a PDF natively on a Kindle.
If the primary use case is to read PDFs, I would suggest checking out with someone who has a Kindle how the conversion looks on the screen and then take a call if you want to buy it.
The Kindle is excellent for its native format, and works best for that.
Regarding audio books, I am not sure about the Paperwhite, but earlier editions did support them, so I would like to believe this one does too.
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