I did a good deal of research when I chose my first eBook reader, but my wife found my Kindle and now I need one for her. I don't think this is a very critical decision, but I thought I might glean some insight from other more experienced, long-time eBook users that will assist. Let me begin by saying that I don't think there are any 'wrong' choices. Here are the facts:
I live in the U.S.
I own and love my Kindle 3 WiFi only. I prefer to download eBooks into K4PC or Calibre and offload them to the K3, keeping a backup. I cannot think of a situation in which I would ever need or want G3, nor do I anticipate being tempted to 'need' a new release during any time I'm away from my desktop or laptop. I don't often pay first-release prices for new books.
I have extensive computer experience and own a desktop and laptop but none of the little iPads or iPhones or netbooks, nor do I want one.
My reading and that of my wife varies considerably from non-fiction and fiction to classics, new releases, sci-fi -- virtually everything.
I do not plan to read newspapers and magazines on a hand-held device due to inadequate screen size. I handle those on my desktop and laptop.
I do not have library access to eBooks at this time.
My wife would like to take eBooks with her on long backpacking hikes (hence the first Kindle for its battery life)
I have installed and used Calibre to access non-MOBI formats. I also have installed the PC version of readers for Barnes & Noble (Nook) and Borders (Kobo) giving me access to their catalogs in the event Amazon doesn't offer a title or competitive price. In this vein, I 'think' I am able to handle/convert most any format to most any other format. My intent in conversion is simply one of access on my device(s) of choice, as I seldom loan or borrow books.
So the question is what to buy as a second eBook reader? I love the eInk screen. I don't think there is any need for color. I don't plan to use the eReader for anything but text, as I have much better tools for other formats. My inclination is to go with another K3. Anyone see advantages of a different reader or have alternative suggestions?
