09-10-2009, 03:59 AM | #1 |
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Kindle DX too fragile?
Hello,
I was looking at the reviews on Kindle DX and I see a considerable number of users are unhappy of it being too fragile and that their device has totally stopped functioning after an accidental drop or putting a few books on it. I currently have a PRS-505 (obtained a week ago) but I found it is too small for PDF files (I have hundreds of technical papers and books to read). Considering that I stay in Asia and I buy from Ebay (no warranty will be available) I wanted to know whether there is a high risk of losing the device very easily? Thanks, Mac |
09-10-2009, 07:04 AM | #2 |
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I have two 505's and a 500. I got the DX the day it came out. I keep it in the binder holder. It has fallen on the floor two or three times from waist level. Never a problem. It works without a glitch. Am reading more than ever on the bigger screen although I do miss the slightly more contrasty screen of the 505. Of course the risk of losing the device depends on how forgetful you are. ;-)
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09-10-2009, 07:19 AM | #3 |
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09-10-2009, 07:58 AM | #4 |
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Mine has been working flawlessly since the day it was released. Has been dropped onto hard wood floors from above waist height and still works flawlessly.
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09-10-2009, 07:10 PM | #5 |
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Mine has been dropped about 5 times onto the desk or onto the carpeted flaw and it's still running perfectly. I think a good drop onto concrete or any encounter with water might be different though
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09-11-2009, 02:42 PM | #6 |
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I haven't had any problems with my Kindle DX at all. However, it does make some disturbing creaking noises when I shift it from one hand to another as I read. I can't say it is too fragile, as I've had no problems whatsoever, but it certainly feels like my Kindle 1 is sturdier. Bottom line though -- I prefer the Kindle DX by far.
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That said, I'm sure a KDX is no worse than any other $500 screen-bearing electronics you might drop. |
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09-15-2009, 05:47 PM | #9 |
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This poor bastard has fallen to the floor many times, so I am not surprised it is showing some wear. But nothing has broken yet and it works like just fine.
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