Slowly caving...(Kindle-related)

[jlearn]

One advantage to a "real" book is that the battery never dies!

Sorry, I just had to get that jibe in.....

The other question I would consider is which would hurt more? When I read in bed I usually fall asleep and the book tips forward and hits me in the nose....

 

[BriarRosie]

I've been on the fence because I want to compare the benefits of having a Kindle vs. a Sony Reader or that Nook thing. (Who else wants to call it the Nookie? Maybe just me.)

 

[DisneyKevin]

I've been on the fence because I want to compare the benefits of having a Kindle vs. a Sony Reader or that Nook thing. (Who else wants to call it the Nookie? Maybe just me.)

I would strongly recommend doing some research prior to purchasing a Nook.

The reviews are not good and the reports of truly bad customer service are abundant.

Visit Barnes and Noble's forum dedicated to the Nook to check out what folks are saying.

 

[georgemoe]

It's possible that I will be getting Deb a Kindle for Christmas. We have both know about the Kindle since the original Oprah show with the 1st gen model.

While she liked the concept and is a voracious reader, it was never a must have. Kevin kind of put her over the edge on Sunday. Now she would like one.

 

[hideeh]

Dear Santa-
If you are reading this, I want a Kindle for Christmas.

 

[belle41379]

Anyone have any experience with the Sony Reader?

 

[Renysmom]

It's possible that I will be getting Deb a Kindle for Christmas. We have both know about the Kindle since the original Oprah show with the 1st gen model.

While she liked the concept and is a voracious reader, it was never a must have. Kevin kind of put her over the edge on Sunday. Now she would like one.

There is one under my tree.. I decided to go for it and ordered it with John's blessing. I will let him wrap the empty box cause it will be here this weekend and I want to play with it right away.

 

[georgemoe]

There is one under my tree.. I decided to go for it and ordered it with John's blessing. I will let him wrap the empty box cause it will be here this weekend and I want to play with it right away.

John lets you do what I won't let Deb do. Please don't tell Deb this. Anything designated a Christmas gift does not get opened until December 25th.

Cause HE knows.

 

[GaSleepingBeautyFan]

I adore my Kindle.

I am very clumsy and bought an Oberon cover that is beautiful and sturdy. I've dropped the Kindle 3 tmes since I've gotten it and the cover protected it from damage.

I make sure it's fully charged before I head to the airport and carry my charging cord in my carryon so if I do forget to charge it or it runs out of charge, I can just find an outlet and charge it up.

The main negative for me is I'm not comfortable taking it to a pool because someone could steal it when I leave it to hop in the pool but I've got plenty of regular books at home to bring with me and re-read in that instance.

It's been the best birthday present ever.

 

[PeterPan09]

I didn't think I wanted one...until I dragged Stephen King's latest book to OKW this weekend for DAP and our family Christmas visit. That thing added way too much poundage to a weekend bag-and is cumbersome to hold.

I do worry about missing "real" books though...like Julie I love the smell of a new book and I also love the feel of the pages.

I'll be watching this thread to see how it goes...

 

[robertgp124]

I think the one thing that the Kindle has a hard time competing with is serendipity. It really has nothing to compete with going into a brick and mortar store and simply browsing. The suggestion feature on Kindle isn't nearly as good (at least for me) as say the Netflix system is.

If Amazon is able to do that somehow (copy the Netflix suggestion system) and implement it in a Kindle friendly browsing manner, I'd be thrilled.

It's one reason I keep a close eye on the DisBooks thread- so many good suggestions!

 

[cslittle999]

I'm tempted to get a Kindle too but Amazon is only shipping the original Kindle to Canada. Am I going to be happy with it or should I wait for the larger DX to be available internationally?

 

[Willow1213]

I asked Santa for a kindle for Christmas. It arrived over two weeks ago and don't tell my husband but I did pick
it up and hold it for a few minutes. I can't wait until I get to load it with books. It will get a good first road test when we drive to Miami on January 3rd

 

[G66]

I just bought a Kindle . I have been on the fence for some time and finally decided to take the plunge.

Those of you on the fence may want to check out The Kindle Chronicles podcast http://www.thekindlechronicles.com/
The host, Len Edgerly, has some interesting guests and he gives an honest and straight forward take on all things Kindle.

 

[G66]

Amazing! I ordered my Kindle at 5:30 last night (free 2 day shipping). It was shipped from KY and I'm in NY. At a little after 10 am this morning, the doorbell rings... I'm holding my new Kindle

 

[belle41379]

Ordered mine last night. It should be here before we leave for Disney in a week. Now, if I can just learn to use it quickly so I have books loaded and ready for vacation.

 

[G66]

Ordered mine last night. It should be here before we leave for Disney in a week. Now, if I can just learn to use it quickly so I have books loaded and ready for vacation.

You shouldn't have any problem. Purchasing books is almost too easy. It's also easy to drag and drop existing books to the Kindle.

If you get Calibre (a free program) you can convert most non drm formats to mobi and load them directly to the Kindle. It will also get select periodicals off the web, convert them to mobi, and load them on your Kindle. It worked like a charm.

Good luck and happy reading.

 

[belle41379]

Thanks for the tip! Our library offers e-books, but they aren't comparable with the Kindle. Would the Calibre program fix that? I'm assuming I download it directly to my computer?

 

[G66]

Thanks for the tip! Our library offers e-books, but they aren't comparable with the Kindle. Would the Calibre program fix that? I'm assuming I download it directly to my computer?

Unfortunately, the library Overdrive system uses a drm protected e-Pub format. and Calibre will not convert it.

 

[AnninIowa]

I've always loved book - how they look, how they feel. However, I finally bought a Kindle and my only complaint is that I waited so long to get one! I don't miss the actual physical books. I still have a selection of books I'm keeping on my bookshelves, and I will still look in book stores for deals. The Kindle is SO easy to hold - much easier than dealing with a book, especially heavy ones.

Just cave in - you won't regret it!!