I like your review about Kindle DX. Is Kindle 2 still a bargain or I should sell it? The big items for Kindle 2 was small device for reading (but books I want are not on Amazon yet). The PDF reports readings is not good. DX is now an option. But, I am two months late.
Thanks, Switch11. I wish Amazon would make Kindle 2 a more usable device for all types of readings – books, reports, websites. It would get more public libraries get a few for their patrons. Think about it. If each public library or college library had at least one or two Kindle 2s, then Amazon would benefit. DX is great, but they need to maximize the potential of K2. They should have a forum: How to get most out of your K2? Each time, your wireless is on, Amazon would send some interesting updates about your K2. They need to look at Apple.
Before buying the Kindle2 I used an Axim by Dell and got any years of good service;
But then I bought the K2 and made a big mistake doing so. The K2 is awkard to pick up unless you have a good wide hand span, the contrast is really poor (nothing like a book), I really hate the slide switch and the pics of dead people. It takes too many movements to accomplish a task, the K2 is limited to just book-news-and some sites. The web is a farce. But what really rankle s me is they charge to download free books from other sites…that’s like microsoft charging me for any downloads I make on my laptopl
Really tacky. At $359 it cost about $100 more than I paid for my axim which performed many functions.
I would just recommend purchasers review their warranty carefully. Like many electronic devices, the warranty is fairly limited, but unlike other electronic devices, you’ve also invested significant sums in books and magazines that you can only access through your Kindle. I had the original Kindle, which just died after 1.5 years of fun. I was given the option to replace mine with a refurbished one for another $99. If I don’t do that, I’ll lose access to well over $1000 in books that I purchased. Seems like a hostage situation to me.
Eorse, just drag any PDF file in the Documents folder on the Kindle.
PDF files can be moved to the Kindle just like any other file format Kindle supports.
May I suggest an “About Us” page – your blog is very informative, but I’d like to know whether you have ties to Amazon, or are truly an independent reviewer?
Is Amazon planning to have stores get K3? Another great way to beat Nook and iPad. Let me try some place. Why not target main stores in major cities (where people can get to), like Macy’s, Whole Foods, try different places for people to see K3?
I feel sad… I have your blog on my Kindle, and I really like it, but I’m in a place where I have no 3G, EDGE, or GPRS reception! When I bring up the 311 page in settings and search for wireless providers, one 2G provider is detected, but when I select it or press “Switch automatically”, it still won’t connect me! I really miss your blog…
Is there a plan for Kindle 2 to have the PDF support that is in Kindle DX?
Amazon hasn’t indicated anything at this point. It seems that the smaller screen size could be an issue – however, there is no official word.
I like your review about Kindle DX. Is Kindle 2 still a bargain or I should sell it? The big items for Kindle 2 was small device for reading (but books I want are not on Amazon yet). The PDF reports readings is not good. DX is now an option. But, I am two months late.
i’d recommend keeping kindle 2 until the dx is actually released.
“Until the dx is actually released”? What year is it? I own a DX what release date are you talking about?
the comment is dated May 9th, Don.
Thanks, Switch11. I wish Amazon would make Kindle 2 a more usable device for all types of readings – books, reports, websites. It would get more public libraries get a few for their patrons. Think about it. If each public library or college library had at least one or two Kindle 2s, then Amazon would benefit. DX is great, but they need to maximize the potential of K2. They should have a forum: How to get most out of your K2? Each time, your wireless is on, Amazon would send some interesting updates about your K2. They need to look at Apple.
Before buying the Kindle2 I used an Axim by Dell and got any years of good service;
But then I bought the K2 and made a big mistake doing so. The K2 is awkard to pick up unless you have a good wide hand span, the contrast is really poor (nothing like a book), I really hate the slide switch and the pics of dead people. It takes too many movements to accomplish a task, the K2 is limited to just book-news-and some sites. The web is a farce. But what really rankle s me is they charge to download free books from other sites…that’s like microsoft charging me for any downloads I make on my laptopl
Really tacky. At $359 it cost about $100 more than I paid for my axim which performed many functions.
I would just recommend purchasers review their warranty carefully. Like many electronic devices, the warranty is fairly limited, but unlike other electronic devices, you’ve also invested significant sums in books and magazines that you can only access through your Kindle. I had the original Kindle, which just died after 1.5 years of fun. I was given the option to replace mine with a refurbished one for another $99. If I don’t do that, I’ll lose access to well over $1000 in books that I purchased. Seems like a hostage situation to me.
A question for your PDF guide. Now that Amazon has updated the PDF (2.3 versus 2.0.3), how to get PDF on the Kindle? Thanks.
Eorse, just drag any PDF file in the Documents folder on the Kindle.
PDF files can be moved to the Kindle just like any other file format Kindle supports.
May I suggest an “About Us” page – your blog is very informative, but I’d like to know whether you have ties to Amazon, or are truly an independent reviewer?
Thanks
VEDow, Director
WCPL, PA
Please read the page at the top titled ‘iReader Review’ – It’s an About Us Page. There’s also a How this blog makes money page.
thanks.. appreciate the prompt reply!
Is Amazon planning to have stores get K3? Another great way to beat Nook and iPad. Let me try some place. Why not target main stores in major cities (where people can get to), like Macy’s, Whole Foods, try different places for people to see K3?
They said they will have Kindle 3 and Kindle WiFi at Target and wouldn’t comment on any other plans. Perhaps they said no. Definitely Target.
I feel sad… I have your blog on my Kindle, and I really like it, but I’m in a place where I have no 3G, EDGE, or GPRS reception! When I bring up the 311 page in settings and search for wireless providers, one 2G provider is detected, but when I select it or press “Switch automatically”, it still won’t connect me! I really miss your blog…
that’s too bad. it’s a good thing you have Internet on your PC.