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Originally Posted by HarryT
Amazon have always been quite open about the fact that the free web browsing is an "experimental" service and liable to be withdrawn at any time. All that's guaranteed is access to the Amazon bookstore.
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I would be extremely angry if they ever discontinue the free 3G on my K3. That is the main reason I bought it. I know the browser is ridiculously difficult and tedious to use, but I want to be able to use it in an emergency, like the week we had a power outage here. With the long battery life and 3G, I would like to be able to send an email or two and check for news updates in a situation like that.
I bought the 3G version because it said "lifetime 3G". It was not qualified in any way. And I do not buy that because the web browser is termed "experimental" that that allows them to remove it at some time.
To me, "experimental" means that the functions are still somewhat buggy and/or not completely developed - like the audio player that is very basic and doesn't allow you to choose a specific track. Removing the 3G capability because the browser is termed "experimental" would be just like removing the ability to play music on a player that was termed "experimental". Many people made their purchasing decisions based on those functions, and they can't just renege on it after the fact.
Here's another example. I bought an Ooma device, when they were first released, which allows free lifetime local and US long distance VOIP phone service with no additional charges ever. That was what was advertised and that is why many people like me paid over $200 for it.
Later, laws were changed and the company had to start paying taxes and fees. The company no longer sells or advertises the Ooma device that has completely free service with no additional monthly fees... but they had to honor what they already sold... which means no extra fees for those of us who bought it when it was advertised with lifetime free service.
If they discontinue the 3G on my Kindle 3, I would demand a full refund... or else, Class Action Lawsuit.