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Old 01-06-2015, 12:11 PM   #1126
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So, I've puttered around with my Fire over the last two weeks, and I have to say I'm underwhelmed.

#1. The menu bar is practically off of the side of the screen and at times difficult to get to depending on which app is open.

#2 The GoodRead app is not only absolutely useless in its current state but glitchy.

#3 The interface is not intuitive. I find myself going in circles at times, trying to find certain things.

Other than a pretty screen it hasn't shown me that it has a lot to offer.

I am really disappointed.
This is how it is on All Android apps past Kit Kat. The Menu bar is on the side. You have to get use to if you use the later version of Android.

Make sure you use the Real Goodreads app not the Goodreads for Kindle app. They are two different apps an the regular one works fine. you can always sideload the Google version if want the latest features.

I don't know how more simpler a UI can get on a tablet but you have to get use to the side menus of the newer Android then it will get easier for you. This is really not a Kindle Fire thing but KitKat and above design.

The Kindle Fire 6 is made for a media tablet. If you don't use it for Reading, Music, Audiobooks, Videos or light gaming then yes it wont be what you want. I think it is the perfect tablet made for reading.
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Old 01-06-2015, 01:10 PM   #1127
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I think it is the perfect tablet made for reading.
I agree. I don't know why they haven't promoted it as such.
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Old 01-06-2015, 05:04 PM   #1128
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This is how it is on All Android apps past Kit Kat. The Menu bar is on the side. You have to get use to if you use the later version of Android.

Make sure you use the Real Goodreads app not the Goodreads for Kindle app. They are two different apps an the regular one works fine. you can always sideload the Google version if want the latest features.

I don't know how more simpler a UI can get on a tablet but you have to get use to the side menus of the newer Android then it will get easier for you. This is really not a Kindle Fire thing but KitKat and above design.

The Kindle Fire 6 is made for a media tablet. If you don't use it for Reading, Music, Audiobooks, Videos or light gaming then yes it wont be what you want. I think it is the perfect tablet made for reading.
Thanks. I'm not accustomed to Android at all actually.

And I've just been told that what I thought was a "menu" - the 3 little lines in the corner - is actually a"drawer" that I can slide. This actually alleviates most of my annoyance and disappointment. I'm not sure what you mean by using the "real" GoodReads app.
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Old 01-06-2015, 05:11 PM   #1129
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Thanks. I'm not accustomed to Android at all actually.

And I've just been told that what I thought was a "menu" - the 3 little lines in the corner - is actually a"drawer" that I can slide. This actually alleviates most of my annoyance and disappointment. I'm not sure what you mean by using the "real" GoodReads app.
Oh wow you got a alot of adjusting to do then. Yes It's called a drawer and I forget you can slide it open.

There are two Goodreads app. One is made for the Kindle Reader part and one is the full app. You want the full app installed. The one for Kindle is basically useless and comes preinstalled. You have to install the full version of Goodreads from the app store. It may be a few versions behind from Google Play version which is always up to date.
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I agree. I don't know why they haven't promoted it as such.
I adore the size. A little sluggish at times, but it's great for reading. Who says bigger is better?!?
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I adore the size. A little sluggish at times, but it's great for reading. Who says bigger is better?!?
I love reading on it with Moon+ Pro and now the new features of auto import is awesome unlike the shelf version where it auto imports the newest files on the KF this one auto imports the book from Dropbox that you was reading on another device then syncs to latest page read.

So I can read a book on my N7 and then open the Kindle Fire and it will download that book and open it up to the last page read. It's heaven I tell you!
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Old 01-06-2015, 05:35 PM   #1132
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Oh wow you got a alot of adjusting to do then. Yes It's called a drawer and I forget you can slide it open.

There are two Goodreads app. One is made for the Kindle Reader part and one is the full app. You want the full app installed. The one for Kindle is basically useless and comes preinstalled. You have to install the full version of Goodreads from the app store. It may be a few versions behind from Google Play version which is always up to date.
Yeah, I went from a standard cell phone, to an iPhone 3 and have stayed in the iPhone/Apple family.

When my husband started using my iPad more than I was, I decided I wanted to try the Fire since I've loved Kindles since the K3. Plus, as some have indicated its the perfect size to be an ereader and tablet in one, which the current iPad definitely isn't.

I just downloaded the updated GoodRead app. Thank You!! While it is quite different from the ios app it is much better than the preloaded one. I wonder why they don't just use this one to begin with.
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Old 01-06-2015, 05:58 PM   #1133
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Yeah, I went from a standard cell phone, to an iPhone 3 and have stayed in the iPhone/Apple family.

When my husband started using my iPad more than I was, I decided I wanted to try the Fire since I've loved Kindles since the K3. Plus, as some have indicated its the perfect size to be an ereader and tablet in one, which the current iPad definitely isn't.

I just downloaded the updated GoodRead app. Thank You!! While it is quite different from the ios app it is much better than the preloaded one. I wonder why they don't just use this one to begin with.
Actually when it came out in 2013 they remove the full app to Goodreads leaving you with Goodreads for Kindle. We all complained loudly and they gave it back to us.
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I purchased a new 2014 8.9 Fire HDX 32 Gig when they had a 30% off one day sale.

after using it for about 2 weeks I have to say WOW! The picture is amazing! The sound is beyond amazing and it is incredible!

I was reading some of the reports and spec wise this tablet could do 4K if they allowed it in the firmware.

Definitely a great upgrade from my 2012 8.0 HD!
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Amazon has 52% off on their Premium headphones! These are the same headphones that come with the Fire Phone!

I fell in love with them and I ordered a backup!

other kindle / Fire accessories as well!

TODAY the 12th only!
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Amazon has 52% off on their Premium headphones! These are the same headphones that come with the Fire Phone!

I fell in love with them and I ordered a backup!

other kindle / Fire accessories as well!

TODAY the 12th only!
They are worth $12 easily. I wouldn't pay full price though. Not very comfortable for long hours of listening.
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I looked for those premium headphones and couldn't find them...could you please post a link?
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I looked for those premium headphones and couldn't find them...could you please post a link? Thanks...nevermind...I just found them...sorry, I posted too quickly. Now I will read the reviews!
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I looked for those premium headphones and couldn't find them...could you please post a link? Thanks...nevermind...I just found them...sorry, I posted too quickly. Now I will read the reviews!
They don't fit well in my ears and they make them hot after about 10 minutes of use my ears feel feverish. However they have really good sound and amazing BASS so they are well worth the $12 price.
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Amazon has 52% off on their Premium headphones! These are the same headphones that come with the Fire Phone!

I fell in love with them and I ordered a backup!

other kindle / Fire accessories as well!

TODAY the 12th only!
Here's the link: Gold Box Deals of the Day: 30% Off Select Kindle E-Reader and Fire Tablet Accessories.
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