Thinking on buying a Kindle Paperwhite - Some questions

superbet · 03-17-2013, 04:56 PM

Hi guys!

I currently have a Sony PRS-600. It's a great device, but the screen is not clear enough and has some "reflection" problems (apart that I have some weird problems with the internal memory, hehe).

Ebook readers in my country are expensive so I was thinking on buying the Nook or the Kindle from their websites... Nice surprise, I can't buy the Nook from where I live, so, or I buy a Kindle or I buy other device for way more money that it really cost.

So... I was seeing the Kindle Papewhite. What about this one?

Is the screen clear enough?

I know it won't take epubs as the Sony. Is it easy to convert epubs to the Kindle format? I use Calibre and I read that you can use it for that.

Any other thing or recomendation?

Thanks a lot!!!

Bet

Kolenka · 03-17-2013, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superbet

So... I was seeing the Kindle Papewhite. What about this one?

Is the screen clear enough?

I know it won't take epubs as the Sony. Is it easy to convert epubs to the Kindle format? I use Calibre and I read that you can use it for that.

I switched to a Paperwhite from a recent Sony Reader myself.

The screen is plenty clear. It's about on par with the screen in the Sony 650/T1/T2. And higher resolution. The PRS 700/600 with touch were a bit of an anomaly when it comes to screen clarity.

I use Calibre to convert ePubs to KF8 (which has similar features) and copy them over to the Paperwhite. Works like a charm.

The downside with the paperwhite is that the light isn't as even as they advertised. I think it is more even than the Nook with the built in light, but that is definitely a subjective measure. I like mine quite a bit though.

tofubean · 03-18-2013, 03:11 AM

I had a Sony 600 but gave it away. Even the screen on kindle keyboard is a lot better, so you really do not have to worry about the paperwhite. However there's a bit of uneven lighting going on at the bottom. It's noticeable but I don't pay attention to it when I read.

Popup · 03-18-2013, 05:16 AM

There's a lot of disagreement about the Paperwhite light/screen.

Part of this is in the eye of the beholder, and part in the hardware.

Some screens have unsightly blotches and coloured patches, while most(?) are evenly lit.

Some people get very wound up about this, while most(?) are happy with their devices.

The only problem with ordering a Kindle internationally is that return/replacement is a bit more of a hassle. I took the gamble and ordered one through a drop-shipper, knowing full well that returning it would be awkward. For me it turned out well, and I'm very pleased with my PW!

(Although I believe that today they actually do international orders, so you should (at least in principle) be covered, even though international returns still are very slow.)

HarryT · 03-18-2013, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Popup

There's a lot of disagreement about the Paperwhite light/screen.

Part of this is in the eye of the beholder, and part in the hardware.

Some screens have unsightly blotches and coloured patches, while most(?) are evenly lit.

Some people get very wound up about this, while most(?) are happy with their devices.

Even the very "worst" PW screen is a hell of a lot better than any unlit screen.

AnemicOak · 03-18-2013, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HarryT

Even the very "worst" PW screen is a hell of a lot better than any unlit screen.

In your opinion of course.

I sent mine back and am happy with my Kindle Touch (of course it didn't have much to do with blotches).

superbet · 03-18-2013, 10:04 AM

Thanks guys!! I have problems with Amazon, they don't like any of my international credit cards and they canceled my users

So, I'll see if I can get the Paperwhite or the Touch here (both of them way more expensive) here in Bs As.

superbet · 03-18-2013, 01:35 PM

Yeaah! I found a KP!!!! I can't wait to get home to open it!

Fluribus · 03-18-2013, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by AnemicOak

In your opinion of course.

I sent mine back and am happy with my Kindle Touch (of course it didn't have much to do with blotches).

I usually prefer cats, but I have to side with the Dalek on this one. The unlit screens seem so dull now.

Quote:

Originally Posted by superbet

Yeaah! I found a KP!!!! I can't wait to get home to open it!

Peel those potatoes! KP duty rocks!

May your screen be perfect and your reading be joy.

superbet · 03-18-2013, 06:50 PM

Woow!! The screen is awesome! The screen and the light it's ok, It has some little shadow at the bottom, but I read that's normal. I'll upload some books and ready to read!

HarryT · 03-19-2013, 02:20 AM

Yes, shadow cones between the lights at the bottom of the screen are entirely normal. Enjoy your Kindle.

neonbible · 03-20-2013, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kolenka

The downside with the paperwhite is that the light isn't as even as they advertised. I think it is more even than the Nook with the built in light, but that is definitely a subjective measure. I like mine quite a bit though.

But its still the best out there. I am aware of the cones at the bottom but can't say it bothers me one bit.

Penforhire · 03-20-2013, 04:49 PM

After I got my PW my PRS-650 just sits on a shelf. That's how much I like the PW.

Dr. Drib · 03-20-2013, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HarryT

Even the very "worst" PW screen is a hell of a lot better than any unlit screen.

I emphatically endorse that opinion!

Don

topper0764 · 03-22-2013, 02:38 AM

Shadow at the bottom only appear during low light environment , other time it look perfect

03-17-2013, 04:56 PM	#1
superbet Time Lord Posts: 42 Karma: 12676 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina Device: Kindle Voyage	Thinking on buying a Kindle Paperwhite - Some questions Hi guys! I currently have a Sony PRS-600. It's a great device, but the screen is not clear enough and has some "reflection" problems (apart that I have some weird problems with the internal memory, hehe). Ebook readers in my country are expensive so I was thinking on buying the Nook or the Kindle from their websites... Nice surprise, I can't buy the Nook from where I live, so, or I buy a Kindle or I buy other device for way more money that it really cost. So... I was seeing the Kindle Papewhite. What about this one? Is the screen clear enough? I know it won't take epubs as the Sony. Is it easy to convert epubs to the Kindle format? I use Calibre and I read that you can use it for that. Any other thing or recomendation? Thanks a lot!!! Bet

03-18-2013, 10:04 AM	#7
superbet Time Lord Posts: 42 Karma: 12676 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina Device: Kindle Voyage	Thanks guys!! I have problems with Amazon, they don't like any of my international credit cards and they canceled my users So, I'll see if I can get the Paperwhite or the Touch here (both of them way more expensive) here in Bs As. Last edited by superbet; 03-18-2013 at 10:28 AM.

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tofubean Connoisseur Posts: 75 Karma: 64 Join Date: Feb 2010 Device: K3, iPad, PW	I had a Sony 600 but gave it away. Even the screen on kindle keyboard is a lot better, so you really do not have to worry about the paperwhite. However there's a bit of uneven lighting going on at the bottom. It's noticeable but I don't pay attention to it when I read.

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Popup Zealot Posts: 102 Karma: 100000 Join Date: May 2011 Device: kindle3, paperwhite-2012, Oasis-2016, paperwhite-2019	There's a lot of disagreement about the Paperwhite light/screen. Part of this is in the eye of the beholder, and part in the hardware. Some screens have unsightly blotches and coloured patches, while most(?) are evenly lit. Some people get very wound up about this, while most(?) are happy with their devices. The only problem with ordering a Kindle internationally is that return/replacement is a bit more of a hassle. I took the gamble and ordered one through a drop-shipper, knowing full well that returning it would be awkward. For me it turned out well, and I'm very pleased with my PW! (Although I believe that today they actually do international orders, so you should (at least in principle) be covered, even though international returns still are very slow.)

03-18-2013, 01:35 PM	#8
superbet Time Lord Posts: 42 Karma: 12676 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina Device: Kindle Voyage	Yeaah! I found a KP!!!! I can't wait to get home to open it!

03-18-2013, 06:50 PM	#10
superbet Time Lord Posts: 42 Karma: 12676 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina Device: Kindle Voyage	Woow!! The screen is awesome! The screen and the light it's ok, It has some little shadow at the bottom, but I read that's normal. I'll upload some books and ready to read!

03-19-2013, 02:20 AM	#11
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,544 Karma: 93383043 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	Yes, shadow cones between the lights at the bottom of the screen are entirely normal. Enjoy your Kindle.

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03-22-2013, 02:38 AM	#15
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