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Originally Posted by rixte
I'm confused by your 'don't use Kindles because they don't have any advantages' - because I have a Kobo and a Kindle and the sideloading process for them is equally easy....
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I have both, Kobos and Kindles (and a few others), so I only can quote my "pirate" friends:
a.) When doing batch downloads, it's easiest to download already in the target format. You find way more ePUBS than MOBI or AZW files for download.
b.) When managing tons of files, it's easiest to do so with an SD card. My friend can give this SD card to his brother or duplicate it right ahead. Connecting a reader and such is way less convenient.
There are some other arguments about file system, OS and the likes, but I didn't really listen.
The harshest statement was: "Why would anyone buy a Kindle if not for the store?". Personally, I love my Kindles. But I've heard this a few times.
I guess, Kobo is considered the "underdog" and enjoys some support. Whereas Amazon may be in the same league as Apple (or Microsoft before) = being to powerful...