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Seen this Kindle thing that Amazon are pushing (and selling!)

 

I like paper myself, but....

 

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Introducing Kindl

Three years ago, we set out to design and build an entirely new class of device—a convenient, portable reading device with the ability to wirelessly download books, blogs, magazines, and newspapers. The result is Amazon Kindle.

 

We designed Kindle to provide an exceptional reading experience. Thanks to electronic paper, a revolutionary new display technology, reading Kindle’s screen is as sharp and natural as reading ink on paper—and nothing like the strain and glare of a computer screen. Kindle is also easy on the fingertips. It never becomes hot and is designed for ambidextrous use so both "lefties" and "righties" can read comfortably at any angle for long periods of time.

 

We wanted Kindle to be completely mobile and simple to use for everyone, so we made it wireless. No PC and no syncing needed. Using the same 3G network as advanced cell phones, we deliver your content using our own wireless delivery system, Amazon Whispernet. Unlike WiFi, you’ll never need to locate a hotspot. There are no confusing service plans, yearly contracts, or monthly wireless bills—we take care of the hassles so you can just read.

 

With Whispernet, you can be anywhere, think of a book, and get it in one minute. Similarly, your content automatically comes to you, wherever you are. Newspaper subscriptions are delivered wirelessly each morning. Most magazines arrive before they hit newsstands. Haven’t read the book for tomorrow night’s book club? Get it in a minute. Finished your book in the airport? Download the sequel while you board the plane. Whether you’re in the mood for something serious or hilarious, lighthearted or studious, Kindle delivers your spontaneous reading choices on demand.

 

And because we know you can't judge a book by its cover, Kindle lets you download and read the beginning of books for free. This way, you can try it out—if you like it, simply buy and download with 1-Click, right from your Kindle, and continue reading. Want to try a newspaper as well? All newspaper subscriptions start with a risk-free two-week trial.

 

Kindle’s paperback size and expandable memory let you travel light with your library. With the freedom to download what you want, when you want, we hope you’ll never again find yourself stuck without a great read.

 

We're very proud to introduce Amazon Kindle and we hope you like it as much as we do.

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Originally Posted By: thursday
why would anyone require a seperate reader now that the pad is out there.


Already travel with a laptop which I use as a computer doing things the iPad cant.

No need for a plan or any phone company on the Kindle. With the 3G version you can download books in 100 countries with no additional costs

Its small and light. Big consideration for me due to travel frequency.
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I have kindle app on the gTab too GG, works pretty and is the right size for paperbacks.

Have to see how it drains the juice though, there in lies why tablets aren't inherently great as e-readers

 

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why would anyone require a seperate reader now that the pad is out there.

 

The Kindle though does have it's place for serious bookworms. The e-ink screen is quite amazing, incredible resolution, very easy on the eyes - just like real paper - not a bright glary LED/LCD screen. You can read in bright sunlight like a real book and the battery does last for weeks, it creates the image and then there is no power going to screen, its like a modern magna-doodle, the only time it drains power is to create the image, there is no back light so you need background light to read - just like real paper.

 

One week vacation at the beach - no need to charge it at all and read in the sun no problems - yes the Kindle does have it's niche, for reading books it destroys all tablet computers.

Its very thin and very light and the price is right. I could see myself getting one.

 

 

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I want to get a kindle or sony reader.

 

It looks like the sony one is better because you can access more book sources (free books, various shops) but I am worried that if I buy one in Japan it will lock me into only accessing Japanese books. Anyone know anything about this?

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Friend of mine bought a Kindle and loves it. He purchased mainly to have all his technical dictionaries and other reference books immediately at hand, with the ability to do word searches through the entire library, but says he now also uses it for leisure reading because the screen is so good. Just a second-hand opinion FWIW.

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I had a look at the Sony Reader today in Yamadadenki. It was great! Really simple, easy to read, light, no stupid extra features. I think I wil get one once I have finished the 2-3 paperbacks I have waiting to be read, hopefully the price will come down in that time.

 

And I wonder if I can download the ebooks from piratebay? That would be the icing on the cake...

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I do like the screen on them, very readable.

 

I think the one I saw was at least one generation before but it was a bit slow in moving page etc. I suppose they have improved that now.

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Im so busy with work these days, I can hardly even check my personal email at work never mind hang out here with you reprobates.

 

Yep new Readers turn the pages very fast, it is basically instant.

 

I think this year will be the year for ereaders to break big, now the sony/amazon one is good enough quality. I am starting to see them on the train/planes now.

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