Is Kindle really that bad? - Page 2

tapar · 12-10-2009, 01:45 PM

I love my Kindle 1 and just ordered kindle 2's for family members as xmas presents. I do like checking out negative reviews though, it can be really helpful in making choices. There were some good points in the kindle's negative reviews, many of them dealing with DRM and how they handle magazines and newspapers. Most of those issues are not a consideration for me so it made me more confident in my decision to go with kindle 2's. Given how much I love my kindle I was surprised to see so many 1 star reviews.

pshrynk · 12-10-2009, 01:49 PM

Giger has been around since October. Seas and Ocean were much later than that. He is not the same person.

As to the Kindle, I love mine and have no real complaints about it. I loved the K1 i had before it, as well.

desertgrandma · 12-10-2009, 02:01 PM

My problem with this and other similar threads is the titles.

We are supposed to be a non-biased community.

A newbie looking at these threads will surely wonder if there is anything wrong with the kindle, or nook, or any other device so labeled.

I just wish people would think before they post. If you were completely new to this, and looking for solid advice, this is not helpful.

Every device has their pros and cons. There is no perfect one out there.

Everyone has a right to choose for themselves without having to wade thru a bunch of obviously biased posts, whether it be towards Kindle, nook, or whatever.

Stating facts like the Kindle doesn't "do" epub, or have folders is one thing.

Saying its "ugly", Amazon is "evil" has nothing to do with the device!!!

'sigh. .

abookreader · 12-10-2009, 02:22 PM

awwwwww, I think gigercounter just needs a big ol' group hug.

The nook either will or won't work out its release issues over the next couple of months and Amazon and the Kindle really aren't their biggest problem. Fans would be much better off dropping the whole "nook vs kindle" storyline and concentrating instead on developing the nook's niche - an eReader that works in conjunction with a bricks and mortar store.

Competition for all is going to get even fiercer over the next year, with all the new digital readers slated to start selling.

kindlekitten · 12-10-2009, 03:18 PM

out! out foul spot!!!

seriously giger! have you picked up too many rads out there counting?

you are deliberately trolling and pot stirring. those reviews were from right after K2 was released and upon close scrutiny from people who did not know what they were getting into. ie; non transferrance of magazines and newspapers.

any other glitches that were legitimate as we know from long customer anecdotal evidence are immediately and cheerfully replaced by Amazon.

I humbly request that this thread be deleted as it is nothing but an attempt at inflamatory propaganda. who knows what this creature's motives are? it is certain that they are old and worn

Dr. Drib · 12-10-2009, 03:31 PM

I'm very happy with my Kindle 2. In fact, I'm thinking about buying another one - the International version.

So, to repeat: I'm extremely happy with my Kindle2, in addition to my Sony 505.

Group hugs, slobbery kisses, and a handful of zombie parts to all the folks here!

Don

clarknova · 12-10-2009, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Saying its "ugly", Amazon is "evil" has nothing to do with the device!!!

'sigh. .

B-but the K1 really is ugly! But I still love it -- despite its looks it has a really great personality.

I see a lot of ideas for the next generation of Kindle, but my dream is for it to have the sexy curves of the Kindle 2 and the nice big wedged backside of the Kindle Classic. I likes me somethin' to hold on to.

>sigh< Doing whatever it takes to drive this unnecessary thread off topic.

Ea · 12-10-2009, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

Group hugs, slobbery kisses, and a handful of zombie parts to all the folks here!

Eew. Group hugs. ::shudder::

Patricia · 12-10-2009, 04:11 PM

@gigercounter:
We've had compaints about your uniformly negative postings about the kindle, and have noticed that we've had to speak to you about this before:
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...417#post638417

If you dislike the kindle, just avoid the kindle sections of the forum. Do try and find some positive things to say occasionally, otherwise people will begin to think that you are a troll. Why not discuss your current reading, or deals that you find? Or join in the fun at the Lounge?
And remember that we eventually lose patience with trollish behaviour and say goodbye to those who live under bridges.

kindlekitten · 12-10-2009, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

I'm very happy with my Kindle 2. In fact, I'm thinking about buying another one - the International version.

So, to repeat: I'm extremely happy with my Kindle2, in addition to my Sony 505.

Group hugs, slobbery kisses, and a handful of zombie parts to all the folks here!

Don

but I don't want zombie parts!

Quote:

Originally Posted by clarknova

B-but the K1 really is ugly! But I still love it -- despite its looks it has a really great personality.

I see a lot of ideas for the next generation of Kindle, but my dream is for it to have the sexy curves of the Kindle 2 and the nice big wedged backside of the Kindle Classic. I likes me somethin' to hold on to.

>sigh< Doing whatever it takes to drive this unnecessary thread off topic.

I keep hearing "the kindle is ugly". I don't find any new technology particularly attractive. PCs, Laptops, MP3s, ereaders. I guess I would prefer an old leather bound tome (which is probably why I have an Oberon cover), but I don't know that I have seen any ereaders that make my socks go up and down

pshrynk · 12-10-2009, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kindlekitten

but I don't want zombie parts!

You'll get Zombie parts and like it!

daffy4u · 12-10-2009, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kindlekitten

I don't know that I have seen any ereaders that make my socks go up and down

But you're not wearing socks!

fugazied · 12-10-2009, 04:34 PM

Fanbois are weird! The Kindle has flaws but not as bad as the nook flaws it seems (from initial reviews). My Kindles have all been pretty solid, but as with any electronic device, treat it poorly or get a bad one and you have issues.

desertgrandma · 12-10-2009, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

I'm very happy with my Kindle 2. In fact, I'm thinking about buying another one - the International version.

So, to repeat: I'm extremely happy with my Kindle2, in addition to my Sony 505.

Group hugs, slobbery kisses, and a handful of zombie parts to all the folks here!

Don

Could I have some of the especially tender parts, please?

Dr. Drib · 12-10-2009, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desertgrandma

Could I have some of the especially tender parts, please?

On purpose!

Orders are now being filled!

Don

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12-10-2009, 01:45 PM	#16
tapar Connoisseur Posts: 62 Karma: 1420 Join Date: Dec 2008 Device: Kindle Keyboard 3g, Kindle Paperwhite v1	I love my Kindle 1 and just ordered kindle 2's for family members as xmas presents. I do like checking out negative reviews though, it can be really helpful in making choices. There were some good points in the kindle's negative reviews, many of them dealing with DRM and how they handle magazines and newspapers. Most of those issues are not a consideration for me so it made me more confident in my decision to go with kindle 2's. Given how much I love my kindle I was surprised to see so many 1 star reviews.

12-10-2009, 01:49 PM	#17
pshrynk Beepbeep n beebeep, yeah! Posts: 11,726 Karma: 8255450 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: La Crosse, Wisconsin, aka America's IceBox Device: iThingie, KmkII, I miss Zelda!	Giger has been around since October. Seas and Ocean were much later than that. He is not the same person. As to the Kindle, I love mine and have no real complaints about it. I loved the K1 i had before it, as well.

12-10-2009, 02:01 PM	#18
desertgrandma Enjoying the show.... Posts: 14,270 Karma: 10462841 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Arizona Device: A K1, Kindle Paperwhite, an Ipod, IPad2, Iphone, an Ipad Mini & macAir	My problem with this and other similar threads is the titles. We are supposed to be a non-biased community. A newbie looking at these threads will surely wonder if there is anything wrong with the kindle, or nook, or any other device so labeled. I just wish people would think before they post. If you were completely new to this, and looking for solid advice, this is not helpful. Every device has their pros and cons. There is no perfect one out there. Everyone has a right to choose for themselves without having to wade thru a bunch of obviously biased posts, whether it be towards Kindle, nook, or whatever. Stating facts like the Kindle doesn't "do" epub, or have folders is one thing. Saying its "ugly", Amazon is "evil" has nothing to do with the device!!! 'sigh. .

12-10-2009, 02:22 PM	#19
abookreader Wizard Posts: 1,516 Karma: 2567610 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: Kindles - Keyboard, Fire, 2-US, iPhone, iPAD	awwwwww, I think gigercounter just needs a big ol' group hug. The nook either will or won't work out its release issues over the next couple of months and Amazon and the Kindle really aren't their biggest problem. Fans would be much better off dropping the whole "nook vs kindle" storyline and concentrating instead on developing the nook's niche - an eReader that works in conjunction with a bricks and mortar store. Competition for all is going to get even fiercer over the next year, with all the new digital readers slated to start selling.

12-10-2009, 03:18 PM	#20
kindlekitten Professional Adventuress Posts: 13,368 Karma: 50260224 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: The Olympic Peninsula on the OTHER Washington! (the big green clean one on the west coast!) Device: Kindle, the original! Times Two! and gifting an International Kindle	out! out foul spot!!! seriously giger! have you picked up too many rads out there counting? you are deliberately trolling and pot stirring. those reviews were from right after K2 was released and upon close scrutiny from people who did not know what they were getting into. ie; non transferrance of magazines and newspapers. any other glitches that were legitimate as we know from long customer anecdotal evidence are immediately and cheerfully replaced by Amazon. I humbly request that this thread be deleted as it is nothing but an attempt at inflamatory propaganda. who knows what this creature's motives are? it is certain that they are old and worn

12-10-2009, 03:31 PM	#21
Dr. Drib Grand Sorcerer Posts: 44,748 Karma: 55645321 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Peru Device: Kindle: Oasis 3, Voyage WiFi; Kobo: Libra 2, Aura One	I'm very happy with my Kindle 2. In fact, I'm thinking about buying another one - the International version. So, to repeat: I'm extremely happy with my Kindle2, in addition to my Sony 505. Group hugs, slobbery kisses, and a handful of zombie parts to all the folks here! Don

12-10-2009, 04:11 PM	#24
Patricia Reader Posts: 11,504 Karma: 8720163 Join Date: May 2007 Location: South Wales, UK Device: Sony PRS-500, PRS-505, Asus EEEpc 4G	@gigercounter: We've had compaints about your uniformly negative postings about the kindle, and have noticed that we've had to speak to you about this before: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...417#post638417 If you dislike the kindle, just avoid the kindle sections of the forum. Do try and find some positive things to say occasionally, otherwise people will begin to think that you are a troll. Why not discuss your current reading, or deals that you find? Or join in the fun at the Lounge? And remember that we eventually lose patience with trollish behaviour and say goodbye to those who live under bridges.

12-10-2009, 04:34 PM	#28
fugazied Wizard Posts: 1,305 Karma: 1958 Join Date: Jan 2009 Device: iPod Touch	Fanbois are weird! The Kindle has flaws but not as bad as the nook flaws it seems (from initial reviews). My Kindles have all been pretty solid, but as with any electronic device, treat it poorly or get a bad one and you have issues.

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