Time for an Upgrade - Help! - Page 2

SolKitty · 01-01-2018, 11:23 AM

Fortunately, my local library does use Overdrive! After browsing for some books I plan on reading, it seems that they are all available either in Kindle/Overdrive/Epub formats - so that may be less of an issue than I expected.

Regarding the Kobo H20; I like the size, comfortlight option, and Overdrive/epub compatibility. I think the primary downside for me is having to manually connect to the PC to transfer library books. I borrow books pretty frequently and a wireless download feels like a big convenience.

I do have a Nook, but probably only 10 books on it that I would eventually want to convert/transfer over. It's been a great little device, but I always forgot to use it. When I recently tried using it again, it seems sluggish/laggy. Now that I find myself increasing my reading habits, I want the convenience of saving some trips to the library.

All that said, I'm now leaning towards the Kindle Voyage/Oasis. I will probably go to a local Best Buy so I can test out the size/feel of the devices.

Cinisajoy · 01-01-2018, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by SolKitty

Fortunately, my local library does use Overdrive! After browsing for some books I plan on reading, it seems that they are all available either in Kindle/Overdrive/Epub formats - so that may be less of an issue than I expected.

Regarding the Kobo H20; I like the size, comfortlight option, and Overdrive/epub compatibility. I think the primary downside for me is having to manually connect to the PC to transfer library books. I borrow books pretty frequently and a wireless download feels like a big convenience.

I do have a Nook, but probably only 10 books on it that I would eventually want to convert/transfer over. It's been a great little device, but I always forgot to use it. When I recently tried using it again, it seems sluggish/laggy. Now that I find myself increasing my reading habits, I want the convenience of saving some trips to the library.

All that said, I'm now leaning towards the Kindle Voyage/Oasis. I will probably go to a local Best Buy so I can test out the size/feel of the devices.

Depending on where you are in the US, you might want to wait till Wednesday to go to Best Buy or put on your entire wardrobe. It appears the entire eastern half of the US is experiencing super cold weather.
Enjoy your new reader when you get it.

Deskisamess · 01-01-2018, 11:55 AM

My public library usually has both Kindle and epub books, so borrowing Kindle books is uber easy. On the rare occasions a book is only available in epub, I use the Overdrive app on my iPhone or iPad mini. It's not my favorite way to read, but isn't bad once in a while.

SolKitty · 01-01-2018, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Cinisajoy

Depending on where you are in the US, you might want to wait till Wednesday to go to Best Buy or put on your entire wardrobe. It appears the entire eastern half of the US is experiencing super cold weather.
Enjoy your new reader when you get it.

Oh gawd yes. It actually reached 10 F degrees today and this feels like a warm up compared to this past week. I'll probably try to wait for a sale to kick in, as well - depending on how long I can hold out for.

gal_amy · 01-05-2018, 08:05 AM

I have a Paperwhite 3 and just bought the Oasis 2017. Love the Oasis. Feels just like a book and love the 7 inch screen. I just use Calibre for my ePubs ... which are all DRM free.

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

dordale · 01-06-2018, 12:05 PM

SolKitty--I don't think you can make a wrong decision here :-)
I have both the Kobo Aura One and the Kindle Voyage--love both of them and use each probably about 50% of the time for my reading. Just wish there was someway to sync reading positions between the Kobo and the Kindle!

I really like the haptic buttons on the Voyage--wish my KA1 had those.

HLS · 01-07-2018, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Cinisajoy

Remember people that are generally happy with their devices don't come on forums.

Now what country are you in?
You don't have to de DRM books to use calibre as a folder.
Kindle in the US also uses Overdrive.

Kinda true.

I came here for I was searching the internet for news of a new Nook and Amazon Kindle.

Cinisajoy · 01-07-2018, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by kcladyz

Kinda true.

I came here for I was searching the internet for news of a new Nook and Amazon Kindle.

I came here to find out everything I could about devices.

Sirtel · 01-07-2018, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Cinisajoy

I came here to find out everything I could about devices.

I just thought long and hard, but I can't remember why I came here. Possibly it was pure chance, i.e. I just happened on this site and it seemed interesting. Certainly I was perfectly happy with my basic kindles at the time. (Btw, thanks, Mobileread, for the huge splurging on newer models that followed my coming here, it's solely your fault!

)

DNSB · 01-08-2018, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Cinisajoy

I came here to find out everything I could about devices.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sirtel

I just thought long and hard, but I can't remember why I came here. Possibly it was pure chance, i.e. I just happened on this site and it seemed interesting. Certainly I was perfectly happy with my basic kindles at the time. (Btw, thanks, Mobileread, for the huge splurging on newer models that followed my coming here, it's solely your fault!

)

Hmmm... my original reason for finding Mobileread was looking for more information on a new toy (to me, ereaders are toys in the same sense as the Byte magazine cover back in Dec., 1975 -- Computers, the ultimate toys").

Sydney's Mom · 01-08-2018, 03:02 PM

I am very happy with my Kindle Oasis. I mostly read library books, but also get books from Amazon. For some reason, I thought that epub was the most stable format, so I download everything in epub. Format shifting of library books is a pretty controversial subject, so pm me if you would like to discuss. BTW I just gave my local library $2000 to purchase additional ebooks.

ZodWallop · 01-08-2018, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Sydney's Mom

I am very happy with my Kindle Oasis. I mostly read library books, but also get books from Amazon. For some reason, I thought that epub was the most stable format, so I download everything in epub. Format shifting of library books is a pretty controversial subject, so pm me if you would like to discuss. BTW I just gave my local library $2000 to purchase additional ebooks.

If you have a Kindle and live in the US, why do you have to check out ePubs from the library?

I don't check out library books and don't care if you format shift. My question is in part due to my ignorance of how library e-book check out works. I thought in the US, Kindle books were most common at libraries.

Cinisajoy · 01-08-2018, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ZodWallop

If you have a Kindle and live in the US, why do you have to check out ePubs from the library?

I don't check out library books and don't care if you format shift. My question is in part due to my ignorance of how library e-book check out works. I thought in the US, Kindle books were most common at libraries.

Not from what I have read on the forums.

SolKitty · 01-08-2018, 05:53 PM

Wow, I'm glad to see that my post has generated so much discussion!

On the note of borrowing e-books from the library, I've gotten the impression that epub is the most common/readily available format. Though I'm not sure how prevalent the Kindle e-books have become.

I'm still waiting for an opportunity to compare the Kindle Oasis/Voyage in-store. It seems the local stores are all sold out following the holidays, but I'm in no rush.

DuckieTigger · 01-08-2018, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ZodWallop

If you have a Kindle and live in the US, why do you have to check out ePubs from the library?

I don't check out library books and don't care if you format shift. My question is in part due to my ignorance of how library e-book check out works. I thought in the US, Kindle books were most common at libraries.

The word "most" is a little confusing. Most books that are availlable in epub for overdrive are also in kindle. I cannot remember seeing a kindle overdrive book that is not in epub (they are far and few between if they exist).

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01-01-2018, 11:23 AM	#16
SolKitty Junior Member Posts: 9 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: USA Device: None	Fortunately, my local library does use Overdrive! After browsing for some books I plan on reading, it seems that they are all available either in Kindle/Overdrive/Epub formats - so that may be less of an issue than I expected. Regarding the Kobo H20; I like the size, comfortlight option, and Overdrive/epub compatibility. I think the primary downside for me is having to manually connect to the PC to transfer library books. I borrow books pretty frequently and a wireless download feels like a big convenience. I do have a Nook, but probably only 10 books on it that I would eventually want to convert/transfer over. It's been a great little device, but I always forgot to use it. When I recently tried using it again, it seems sluggish/laggy. Now that I find myself increasing my reading habits, I want the convenience of saving some trips to the library. All that said, I'm now leaning towards the Kindle Voyage/Oasis. I will probably go to a local Best Buy so I can test out the size/feel of the devices.

01-01-2018, 11:55 AM	#18
Deskisamess Wizard Posts: 2,607 Karma: 42697471 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Ohio Device: iPhone 7+, iPad mini, 2021 iPad Pro 12.9",Paperwhite 6.8"	My public library usually has both Kindle and epub books, so borrowing Kindle books is uber easy. On the rare occasions a book is only available in epub, I use the Overdrive app on my iPhone or iPad mini. It's not my favorite way to read, but isn't bad once in a while.

01-05-2018, 08:05 AM	#20
gal_amy Connoisseur Posts: 54 Karma: 22044 Join Date: Jun 2011 Device: iPad 9.7, iPad 10.5, Kindle HDX, iPhone6, iPhone7, Oasis2	I have a Paperwhite 3 and just bought the Oasis 2017. Love the Oasis. Feels just like a book and love the 7 inch screen. I just use Calibre for my ePubs ... which are all DRM free. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

01-06-2018, 12:05 PM	#21
dordale Wizard Posts: 1,731 Karma: 3472866 Join Date: Apr 2008 Device: Sony PRS-650 & 350; Kindle Voyage; Kobo Aura HD, Aura One, and Forma	SolKitty--I don't think you can make a wrong decision here :-) I have both the Kobo Aura One and the Kindle Voyage--love both of them and use each probably about 50% of the time for my reading. Just wish there was someway to sync reading positions between the Kobo and the Kindle! I really like the haptic buttons on the Voyage--wish my KA1 had those.

01-08-2018, 03:02 PM	#26
Sydney's Mom Wizard Posts: 2,895 Karma: 6995721 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Idaho, on the side of a mountain Device: Kindle Oasis, Fire 3d Gen and 5th Gen and Samsung Tab S	I am very happy with my Kindle Oasis. I mostly read library books, but also get books from Amazon. For some reason, I thought that epub was the most stable format, so I download everything in epub. Format shifting of library books is a pretty controversial subject, so pm me if you would like to discuss. BTW I just gave my local library $2000 to purchase additional ebooks.

01-08-2018, 05:53 PM	#29
SolKitty Junior Member Posts: 9 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: USA Device: None	Wow, I'm glad to see that my post has generated so much discussion! On the note of borrowing e-books from the library, I've gotten the impression that epub is the most common/readily available format. Though I'm not sure how prevalent the Kindle e-books have become. I'm still waiting for an opportunity to compare the Kindle Oasis/Voyage in-store. It seems the local stores are all sold out following the holidays, but I'm in no rush.