10-04-2011, 10:11 AM | #1 |
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Questions from a possible Sony to Kindle convert
Actually 'convert' isn't quite accurate. 'Supplement' might be better, unless I'm blown away by the Kindle. I have a Sony PRS-505, and LOVE it. I considered the Kindle then (2009), but liked the Sony because I could use SD cards (I like separate cards for favorite authors/genre/collections.)
BUT, I am excited about the affordability about the newer Kindles, and have often lamented that the huge selection of reasonably priced books, on Amazon, are unusable on my Sony. I have purchased a few of old favorites, but can only read them on my PC. OK, I actually DO have a point to this thread, and here it is.... which Kindle should I get????
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10-04-2011, 06:45 PM | #3 |
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If you are looking for one device to rule them all and check outlook email too - then definitely KF.
If you want a device that will make reading very comfortable (something that KF will not be able to do) - Kindle Touch looks like it is going to be the one. While you don't need keyboard most of the time and it just takes up space, not having it at all is a pain - I tried using K4 non-touch, non-keyboard and didn't like it. Kindle Touch might be a nice compromise for when you need the keyboard occasionally. But it will not have an app for email. You will have to use web-based mail clients. 3G is definitely worth paying $50 one time. It allows you to get new reading when you run out of books when you otherwise couldn't get them. |
10-04-2011, 06:56 PM | #4 |
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Keep in mind that reading on an LCD screen is not as nice as reading on an E-Ink screen.
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10-05-2011, 11:08 AM | #5 | ||
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If you want to carry a bunch of music I suggest you look into adding memory to your phone. A 16 GB SDHC memory card only costs about $20 these days and a phone is a lot handier than a Kindle and probably a lot more functional for music playback. You'll probably have your phone with you everywhere you go but you're less likely to carry an e-book reader everywhere you go. Download a copy of Calibre (it's free!) here: http://calibre-ebook.com/ It can convert epub files to the Kindle friendly mobi format (as well as other formats) and it is a good e-book management/backup for your e-reader. |
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10-09-2011, 02:24 PM | #6 |
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Thank you, all!!
Thank you, for your prompt, and very informative, responses. I think I have decided on the Kindle Keyboard 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi.
I feel I'm too fumble-fingered for the touch keyboard. Sometimes when I haven't cut my nails in a while, I get a little sloppy. No, I'm not one of those creepy women who have talons . I'm too lazy for the upkeep. And, you have confirmed that the touch screen will probably be easily smudged. I hadn't thought of the difference between the LED and the eInk screens, and am really glad you steered me away from the Fire. I don't need to have my favorite relaxation activity , cause me headaches, when I get those from too many other sources. Although it is a bit longer than the Touch (which was the same size as my Sony), I don't think that will be much of a 'burden.' I know I said I didn't care much about the 'wireless/3G' thing; but, someday I may have a use for it, and the Touch didn't have the 3G option (I was out today with my sister, and she got all turned around because she'd left her TomTom at home. LOL. Can you get MapQuest on the Kindle?) Again, thanks soooo much for your help. I only hope the delivery of my new Kindle will be as prompt as your responses were. PS. I have been using Calibre since I first got my Sony. Kovid Goyal is a genius, and I've donated at least twice (probably am due again.) I don't even use the Sony program, except to order books. Last edited by momtodogs; 10-09-2011 at 02:47 PM. Reason: PS |
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