Is Kindle really that bad? - Page 4

Not_A_Crook · 12-11-2009, 06:16 PM

The reason I am turned off so much by the kindle was how Amazon handled upgrading their device.

I understand perfectly that a larger device is good for reading various PDF files or image-heavy pages. That, in my opinion, is a weak justification for the lack of convenience like an SD card slot, (To steer myself from sounding biased, the nook uses that pointless MicroSD card format. That is a peeve of the device)

I was also put off by the fact Amazon can take books away Via the whispernet function- Yeah, let a website business sneak in like a nosey cousin and take things you interest in.

I would have gone with the Daily Edition if the nook didn't get announced first, but I was already wanting a device from B&N.

clarknova · 12-11-2009, 10:09 PM

Wow, I managed to disagree with just about everything you wrote.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Not_A_Crook

To steer myself from sounding biased, the nook uses that pointless MicroSD card format.

Actually, transflash is becoming more and more dominant. Cameras are about the only thing that still use full sized SDHC cards anymore. Pointless would have been to use the in between format of Mini SD, which next to nothing utilizes.
Though I do understand and empathize with the frustration of having to re-purchase smaller memory cards for seemingly no good reason.

Not_A_Crook · 12-11-2009, 10:46 PM

...Ok, so I sounded stupid there, sue me...

But what I was saying was that if I am still interested in a book, although I've finished it, would removing that book via corporate action be the opposite of customer support?

kindlekitten · 12-11-2009, 10:49 PM

that was a big oops in the cosmic karmic life of the Kindle. they realize it was done poorly have apologized and compensated. move on

Not_A_Crook · 12-11-2009, 11:12 PM

I did'nt want to sound rediculous, now I posted a topic requesting advice on how to review e-readers... SIncer apologies.

netseeker · 12-12-2009, 06:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Not_A_Crook

I did'nt want to sound rediculous

You didn't. Your concerns and opinions are welcome. Though not everyone may sympathize with your views...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Not_A_Crook

SIncer apologies.

No harm done, no apologies required.

AprilHare · 12-12-2009, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gigercounter

Is the Kindle really that bad?

No. But even if it were worse (which it isn't), I wouldn't tell you.
Is the Reader really that bad?
No. But even if it were worse (which it isn't), I wouldn't tell you.
Is the Nook really that bad?
No. But even if it were worse (which it isn't), I wouldn't tell you.

Satisfied?

netseeker · 12-12-2009, 08:58 AM

The OP seems to have left the thread and the topic still remains "heated".

Thread closed.

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12-11-2009, 06:16 PM	#46
Not_A_Crook Which way is up? Posts: 217 Karma: 94 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: Nook, Alphasmart Neo (word processor, Viable document reader.)	The reason I am turned off so much by the kindle was how Amazon handled upgrading their device. I understand perfectly that a larger device is good for reading various PDF files or image-heavy pages. That, in my opinion, is a weak justification for the lack of convenience like an SD card slot, (To steer myself from sounding biased, the nook uses that pointless MicroSD card format. That is a peeve of the device) I was also put off by the fact Amazon can take books away Via the whispernet function- Yeah, let a website business sneak in like a nosey cousin and take things you interest in. I would have gone with the Daily Edition if the nook didn't get announced first, but I was already wanting a device from B&N.

12-11-2009, 10:46 PM	#48
Not_A_Crook Which way is up? Posts: 217 Karma: 94 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: Nook, Alphasmart Neo (word processor, Viable document reader.)	...Ok, so I sounded stupid there, sue me... But what I was saying was that if I am still interested in a book, although I've finished it, would removing that book via corporate action be the opposite of customer support?

12-11-2009, 10:49 PM	#49
kindlekitten Professional Adventuress Posts: 13,368 Karma: 50260224 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: The Olympic Peninsula on the OTHER Washington! (the big green clean one on the west coast!) Device: Kindle, the original! Times Two! and gifting an International Kindle	that was a big oops in the cosmic karmic life of the Kindle. they realize it was done poorly have apologized and compensated. move on

12-11-2009, 11:12 PM	#50
Not_A_Crook Which way is up? Posts: 217 Karma: 94 Join Date: Dec 2009 Device: Nook, Alphasmart Neo (word processor, Viable document reader.)	I did'nt want to sound rediculous, now I posted a topic requesting advice on how to review e-readers... SIncer apologies.

12-12-2009, 08:58 AM	#53
netseeker sleepless reader Posts: 4,763 Karma: 615547 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Germany, near Stuttgart Device: Sony PRS-505, PB 360° & 302, nook wi-fi, Kindle 3	The OP seems to have left the thread and the topic still remains "heated". Thread closed.