@Brock. Go for the more expensive one. It's worth it. Enjoy. I wonder what's the first book you'll download???
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@Brock. Go for the more expensive one. It's worth it. Enjoy. I wonder what's the first book you'll download???
I don't know! OOoHH! I'm super excited. I've been so skint recently, I've just igonored all this electronic reading device stuff but now I can get one I'm just embracing the newness of the whole thing. Reminds me of when I got an N64 for Christmas. I'm just going to have to download some classics first. Maybe it's time to re-read an Austen, maybe a Tolstoy... #stops typing post to make a cup of tea due to restless excitement!#Quote:
Originally Posted by Seasider
On the one hand, a Kindle would be great as a space and weight saver. On the other hand, nobody's going to mug me on the train for a paperback. On the other hand, I haven't heard yet about anyone getting a Kindlecut on their finger. On the other hand, if you get too many author signatures on your Kindle screen....
So I haven't decided yet.
I have a Kindle and an Ipad. I had the kindle for about two years (maybe) but ever since the ipad showed up I haven't used my Kindle at all.
I realize the blacklit screen can be a bother to some but I don't read for that long a period of time that it bothers me.
I've just spent a considerable amount of time choosing books for my Kindle on Amazon and my Kindle hasn't even arrived yet. Thank goodness my favourite novels are Victorian; they're all free! This is going to save me money in the long run. I can feel it.
You will be amazed at how much you save. I read alot of old American Civil War books that the print copies run into hundreds of dollars, free on my Nook.
Enjoy your Kindel.
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Originally Posted by Brock
Isn't eye strain an issue with these things? Don't you find it more difficult to read (physically) than a paper book, especially for long periods of time?
The more the e-ink technology progresses, the less this becomes a problem. I find my Kindle still needs a bit more light to read than an actual book, but that's really the only thing. LCD or backlit screens, on the other hand, can cause eye-strain.Quote:
Originally Posted by Syd A
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Originally Posted by Syd A
It's not like reading off a computer screen. It's different and it's actually quite easy on the eye.
Good to know. I'm thinking of buying one too. As much as I'd hate to become a gadget junkie, those books are taking too much space, and since I almost never read new books, I'll get all the books I can read for free.
If you have a materialistic tendency, then surely you ought not buy a kindle. Buying as much paper as possible will be far more satisfying:biggrinjester:Quote:
Originally Posted by Brock
Too late! I placed my order already. I decided to go for the expensive one too. Might as well go all the way with these things!Quote:
Originally Posted by Argyroneta
By "expensive one" do you mean the large version, or do you mean the regular-sized one but with both 3g and wifi?
I used to wonder if the large one's size wouldn't kind of defeat the purpose of the Kindle's compactness, but after reading on mine for a while I think that I'd probably try the large one next; I think the larger screen would be worth it.
I mean this one:Quote:
Originally Posted by Blasarius '33
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kindle-Wirel...4436866&sr=8-1
I didn't realize there was a larger sized one!
@ Brock
Have you got it and are therefore too busy to post? All these Bank Holidays and no post...I hope it comes soon and you enjoy it as much as you hoped.
I got mine in February 2010 and have downloaded more than 300 books. I have a trip on EuroStar next week so am looking forward to a comfortable way to pass the time.