jonnam
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Post by jonnam on Aug 12, 2014 16:54:18 GMT
I've narrowed my ereader search to a Kindle. Now I need opinions on which kind. Thanks!
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Post by KikiPea on Aug 12, 2014 16:56:04 GMT
We have both. The Paperwhite is for reading only and is much better on the eyes for that purpose, so it depends on what you will be using it for.
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Post by pattipea on Aug 12, 2014 17:01:59 GMT
I love my Kindle Fire HD, and I use it as my computer (although it doesn't have a port for a SD card and no printer), I play games and I read - indoors. I love it! But, if you plan to read only, and do it outside or in low light, I would definitely recommend a Paperwhite.
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jonnam
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Post by jonnam on Aug 12, 2014 17:06:04 GMT
If I just get a wifi, I can download books anywhere this a hot spot, correct?
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smartypants71
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Post by smartypants71 on Aug 12, 2014 17:07:22 GMT
I have both. I rarely use my Fire. I love love LOVE my Paperwhite though. If I travel though, I'll use my Fire, so I can watch movies on the plane.
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Post by snappinsami on Aug 12, 2014 17:10:33 GMT
I've had a number of Kindles, going back to the very first one. For reading, I much prefer the Paperwhite. In fact, I had a Fire and sold it to get a Paperwhite. I didn't like reading at all on the Fire (it was hard on my eyes), and I didn't feel it was a good (enough) tablet for my needs (and I eventually wound up getting an iPad Mini Retina, which I love.
All of my Kindles have been wifi only (except for my Paperwhite, but that's a long story. I didn't pay for the 3G, but got it anyway), and I never felt that I couldn't download books when I needed them. But yes, as long as you can connect to a wifi network, you can download to your heart's content!
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Post by withapea on Aug 12, 2014 17:59:39 GMT
I love my Paperwhite so much. I have the wi-fi version and it's fine as I only turn it on to download.
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Post by peasful1 on Aug 12, 2014 18:49:34 GMT
fire is like a tablet. I sold it. DH has a paperwhite and he loves it. That one is backlit but nothing like a tablet, so easier on the eyes and you can read in the dark. I also have a basic one still new in box that is just for reading, no backlight. Been meaning to put it up for sale on my swap group.
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linda~lou
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Post by linda~lou on Aug 12, 2014 19:19:00 GMT
If you just want it for reading, hands down, a paperwhite. I love mine. And all you need is wifi, the only time you use it is to download books, and just a FYI, keep wifi off while reading as you will get much longer battery life.
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Post by azredhead on Aug 12, 2014 19:33:45 GMT
I have the kindle and love it so far. The only thing I don't like about it, is I wish I could customize the lock screen. I know I can pay extra $$ but I don't want to do that. I use mostly for books and this message board when I'm not on my laptop. I also use it for wifi. I haven't had any trouble with eye sight, but I don't know what the difference would be with the paper white. I did look at in the store but wasn't impressed. DH bought me the fire by surprise. So far very pleased with it. I've read three books already.
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Post by cookiemum on Aug 13, 2014 3:52:41 GMT
If it's only for reading, then definitely the Paperwhite. My dh has the Fire and while it's nice, it's not pleasant to read on for extended periods of time - same as the iPad.
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Post by lisasahm on Aug 13, 2014 4:46:16 GMT
Paperwhite for all the reasons already stated!
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Post by Crack-a-lackin on Aug 13, 2014 4:48:14 GMT
I love my paperwhite. I read outside far more than I ever realized and the paper white is perfect for that.
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Post by mom2paige on Aug 13, 2014 4:55:37 GMT
I have a kindle paper white with wifi, and I LOVE it. It's so easy on the eyes and I love that it can be read in full sun and a dark room. I prefer not to have internet capabilities, it's just too easy for me to think to myself 'I'll just check my email really quick.... ". 30 minutes later and I realize that I haven't read a damn thing.
My only small complaint about my paper white is that it's touch screen can be difficult for left handed users. On my old version there was a page advance button on both the left and right sides. Now if I tab/touch the screen on the left it backs up a page, so I have to remind myself to 'swipe' with my left thumb and pull... Does that make sense?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 13, 2014 12:54:18 GMT
Does anyone know...if I buy a Paperwhite, can I transfer my books from the Kindle onto it?
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Post by akathy on Aug 13, 2014 13:11:41 GMT
Does anyone know...if I buy a Paperwhite, can I transfer my books from the Kindle onto it? Yes you can. |
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Post by ginacivey on Aug 13, 2014 13:19:51 GMT
there are SO many wifi hotspots i can't imagina paying extra for the 3g capabilities
and for me personally - my need to download something isn't instantaneous...i can wait until it get to a wifi hotspot
gina
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Post by mtscrapper on Aug 13, 2014 14:09:35 GMT
If I didn't have a tablet, I would go with the Fire. I have a tablet, though, and so I just got a Paperwhite last month for my birthday. I wanted something I could read easily on car trips when it is sunny outside and not have to turn the bright up so much and run down the battery.
ETA: And I wouldn't worry about 3G. I just make sure I have downloaded enough books for when I won't have internet, so it isn't needed at all.
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Post by amom23 on Aug 13, 2014 15:10:25 GMT
I also have a paperwhite that I love. Mine is Wifi and not a problem. We were just on a 10day vacation and I made sure I downloaded several new books before we left. Since I already have an iphone and DH and I share an ipad I really didn't need another device to check my email or play a game on.
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Post by katieanna on Aug 13, 2014 15:11:00 GMT
I have the Kindle Fire and while I love it, I don't use it for reading. It has pretty much taken the place of my laptop... I use it to surf the web and to play games. I'd like to get the PaperWhite for reading...that's on my bucket list. The Fire is NOT easy on the eyes.
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Post by scrapngranny on Aug 13, 2014 15:20:44 GMT
I adore my Paperwhite. If you are looking for just a reader the Paperwhite is by far better than the Fire. I have never found a reason to need 3G. When I leave on a trip I download several books before I leave.
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jonnam
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Post by jonnam on Aug 14, 2014 0:43:43 GMT
Thank you everyone!
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Post by txdancermom on Aug 14, 2014 1:57:17 GMT
I have a fire HD, wireless. I like it when I travel, I can connect to wireless networks in hotels/coffee shops, etc. to get on internet, and books are downloaded and ready to read.
I haven't used a paperwhite, but I find reading fine on the fire.
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Post by CarolineO'Sullivan on Aug 14, 2014 2:05:39 GMT
Paper white for sure, I love mine and carry it everywhere with me.
Great for sitting in the sunshine, low lights etc.
I like to keep my reading and internet separate.
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Post by GiantsFan on Aug 14, 2014 2:55:41 GMT
I suggest the Paperwhite. And 3G. I really hate entering other peoples wi-fi passwords or codes. A few real (for me) senarios in favor of 3G 1. You're at Reading Group and the book for the next month is announced. If you have 3G you can download it instantly. The hostess doesn't have to dig out the wi-fi password (ours is 13 characters - random upper, lower and numbers and no one ever get it right the first time) 2. You're camping in Yosemite and you finish the books you previously downloaded. With 3G you can search and download. With wi-fi, not so much. 3. You have a large sprawling house and the wi-fi doesn't reach your bedroom. You start to read in bed, but realize you read on your phone earlier and need to sync. You have to get out of bed and take kindle to the living room to sync. LOL!  |
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Post by honeyb on Aug 14, 2014 3:01:58 GMT
I have a Kindle Fire HD with 4G. I love it. I'm a substitute teacher and have to figure out the pass codes for each school to use their wifi (and then deal with blocked out sites). For me it makes more sense to be able to access the web anywhere. I use my Fire as an e reader, to surf the web, and to play games. It has sort of replaced my laptop (I say sort of, mostly because I can't create documents and it's a huge hassle to download anything to the kindle). I have terrible eyesight. Seriously. I can only see about 6 inches in front of my face and I've had no problem with my eyes and reading on the Fire. I do admit, that I'm not reading much outside. If anything, I love it because I can increase the font (I actually prefer large print books)
My advice? If you only need an e-reader go with the Paperwhite. If you need more, go with the fire. If internet access can get tricky for you, go with 4G.
I should also mention that I don't have a smart phone. I didn't feel the need to duplicate devices. My kindle is nearly always nearby.
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