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Amazon Kindle Reading Device - Our Review 2009
Do you love to read books but find them cumbersome to carry around? The Amazon Kindle Reading Device is the answer to this problem. It holds hundreds of books, is easy to use, and at the same time is very lightweight and easy to carry around. This reading device is ideal for any avid reader, it is a truly innovative product.
The Amazon Kindle is a unique wireless reading device that holds about 200 titles of books. But it can also be used read newspapers, magazines, and blogs. It is totally portable too because it does not need a computer. You can now read anywhere and at anytime without lugging around heavy books!
Features- Works on its Own Wireless Network: Amazon with the help of Sprint's EVDO provides you to download and read material when you are in all sorts of places. This network is called Whispernet. You do not even have to find a hot spot with this. Amazon also picks up the tab so you do not have any setup to do! You just take it out of the box, plug it in, and start using it.
A Screen That Reads Like Paper: Through the use of a new innovative technology, this screen is a high-resolution display that has been deemed electronic paper. This is as easy to read as a newspaper since it has a paper like appearance.
Designed Ergonomically: Kindle has been designed to be very easy to hold and to operate. It has control buttons on both sides of the screen so left and right handers feel equally comfortable using it. It being lighter than a paperback at 10.3 ounces also makes it ergonomically friendly.
Transport Your Collection of Books in Just 10.3 Ounces: Most paperbacks even weight more than the Kindle does! You can download and keep over a hundred titles in the Kindle's built in memory and add a SD card and you can store even more! Also, if you happen to be traveling somewhere that does not offer Whispernet you can download your books into your computer. Then hook the Kindle up using the USB cable and transfer the books from your computer.
A Great Search Function: This allows you to search for phrases or specific words within you library.
Easily Access the Kindle Store by Using Your Kindle: You can browse the Kindle Store through your device. This allows you to wirelessly shop for you reading desires in just minutes. You just search for the author or title of your choice or you may find something new to read too. In other words, you just click, purchase and you are ready to read it.
Change Text Size: The Kindle offers a variety of text sizes you can use for your convenience.
QWERTY Keyboard: Allows you to fully utilize all the functions of the Kindle to your full advantage. From shopping the Kindle store to annotating text to using the dictionary, just to mention a few. These are just a few of the features there are more.
The definite advantage to this product is its portability and storage capacity!
In my opinion, this is one of the most innovative products for readers that have come along in years. Evidently, others feel the same way because it is sold out at the moment. Although Amazon are allowing you to pre-order and normally give an estimated delivery date
For all of the latest products, news, and case studies please visit Amazon Kindle Reading Device Information
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Amanda_Isbitt
The Amazon Kindle is a unique wireless reading device that holds about 200 titles of books. But it can also be used read newspapers, magazines, and blogs. It is totally portable too because it does not need a computer. You can now read anywhere and at anytime without lugging around heavy books!
Features- Works on its Own Wireless Network: Amazon with the help of Sprint's EVDO provides you to download and read material when you are in all sorts of places. This network is called Whispernet. You do not even have to find a hot spot with this. Amazon also picks up the tab so you do not have any setup to do! You just take it out of the box, plug it in, and start using it.
A Screen That Reads Like Paper: Through the use of a new innovative technology, this screen is a high-resolution display that has been deemed electronic paper. This is as easy to read as a newspaper since it has a paper like appearance.
Designed Ergonomically: Kindle has been designed to be very easy to hold and to operate. It has control buttons on both sides of the screen so left and right handers feel equally comfortable using it. It being lighter than a paperback at 10.3 ounces also makes it ergonomically friendly.
Transport Your Collection of Books in Just 10.3 Ounces: Most paperbacks even weight more than the Kindle does! You can download and keep over a hundred titles in the Kindle's built in memory and add a SD card and you can store even more! Also, if you happen to be traveling somewhere that does not offer Whispernet you can download your books into your computer. Then hook the Kindle up using the USB cable and transfer the books from your computer.
A Great Search Function: This allows you to search for phrases or specific words within you library.
Easily Access the Kindle Store by Using Your Kindle: You can browse the Kindle Store through your device. This allows you to wirelessly shop for you reading desires in just minutes. You just search for the author or title of your choice or you may find something new to read too. In other words, you just click, purchase and you are ready to read it.
Change Text Size: The Kindle offers a variety of text sizes you can use for your convenience.
QWERTY Keyboard: Allows you to fully utilize all the functions of the Kindle to your full advantage. From shopping the Kindle store to annotating text to using the dictionary, just to mention a few. These are just a few of the features there are more.
The definite advantage to this product is its portability and storage capacity!
In my opinion, this is one of the most innovative products for readers that have come along in years. Evidently, others feel the same way because it is sold out at the moment. Although Amazon are allowing you to pre-order and normally give an estimated delivery date
For all of the latest products, news, and case studies please visit Amazon Kindle Reading Device Information
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Amanda_Isbitt
January 8, 2009
Amazon Kindle Vs Sony Reader - Which EBook Reader Should You Buy For 2008?
Trying to choose between the Amazon Kindle vs. the Sony Reader is no easy task! This is made even more difficult by the fact that there are fans on both sides of the argument. The best thing for you to do is to look at the facts for yourself to make your decision.
The first thing to consider when comparing these devices is the price. The price is around the same for both ebook readers. However, Sony's newest model, the PRS700, is priced at just under $400-$40 more than the Kindle which is currently at $359. While neither version is cheap, the Kindle wins out on the price front.
Another very important feature when comparing the Kindle vs. the Sony Reader 700 is the availability of content. In this category, the Kindle beats the Sony Reader hands down. At the time of this writing, there are over 190,000 books available at the Kindle Store as well as today's most popular magazines, newspapers, and blogs. The eBook Store from Sony only has 60,000 titles but that is expected to grow to 100,000 by early 2009. You cannot download newspapers, magazines, or blogs from Sony's store either.
The next thing you're probably concerned about is which one is better visually both to read from and to look at and to show off to your friends. The good news here is that both readers use the e-ink technology that makes it look just like regular paper. This reduces the possibility of strain on your eyes and makes you feel more like you're reading a "regular" book.
In terms of what these devices look like, the Sony Reader easily trumps the Kindle. The biggest gripe about the Kindle is that the device is plain ugly! It looks like a device designed in the late 90's. The Sony Reader 700, on the other hand, has a slick black "iPodish" look to it. It is what you would expect for a design of a device in 2008.
Speaking of design, the Sony Reader display is a touch screen while the Kindle is not. While this is a great step forward for ebook readers and would seem to give the Sony the advantage, it seems to have affected the overall quality of the Sony's display. Sony had to add the touch screen layer on top of their e-ink screen layer. This means that some of the contrast and "real book" feel that is noticeable on the Amazon Kindle are missing. That doesn't mean that books are unreadable, it just means that if you were to compare the displays on these two devices side-by-side, you'd probably be able to tell the Kindle has better contrast and is a bit sharper.
Both of these ebook readers allow you to make the font size of the book you are reading bigger. This is a really great thing if you have a hard time reading print that is too small. One slight advantage that the Sony Reader 700 has over the Amazon Kindle in terms of readability is the LED backlight for reading in low-light environments. On the surface this sounds great-no more need for a clip-on light but not so fast. Reviews of the Sony Reader have reported that the light does a poor job of lighting the screen and in some cases makes it harder to read because it affects the contrast and visibility of the text.
Since no one wants to carry around a big, bulky device, you'll also be pleased to know that both units only weigh in at about 10 ounces. That is about the weight of some paperbacks! This makes them easy to travel with and easy to carry while reading. Still, the Sony reader is a little bit smaller than the Kindle, which can be good and bad depending on how you look at it.
Where these two devices really separate is the ease with which you can download books and get them on your reader. With Sony you have to download them to your PC, hook up a USB cable, transfer the files to your reader, and then open them. With the Kindle you don't need a computer thanks to its free wireless capabilities. You simply connect to the Kindle Store, find the book you want, click a few buttons, and within a minute or so it's there for you. The Kindle is definitely easier in this regard.
Storage space is something else that you really need to consider. Both readers offer plenty of storage space for the average user with the ability to store over 200 books. If you tend to buy a lot of books or need to reference many different ones you might want to consider the Sony Reader. It holds more books than the Kindle and it also supports larger external memory cards giving it far more storage capacity than the Kindle.
Last but not least, you need to concern yourself with the ebook formats you can use on each device. While they have both come out with their own format, only Amazon's reader accepts the very popular MOBI file format. If you have files in that format, your choice is probably very clear.
There you have it - a comparison of the two best ebook readers on the market. What is right for one person might not be right for the next, so you need to think long and hard about these features to consider which one is right for you. For most people, however, the Amazon Kindle is one device that simply can't be beat due to its free wireless capabilities and breadth of available content.
Still not sure which of these ebook readers is best for you? Check out a side-by-side comparison of the Kindle vs Sony Reader and it will make your buying decision much easier!
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Travis_Van_Slooten
The first thing to consider when comparing these devices is the price. The price is around the same for both ebook readers. However, Sony's newest model, the PRS700, is priced at just under $400-$40 more than the Kindle which is currently at $359. While neither version is cheap, the Kindle wins out on the price front.
Another very important feature when comparing the Kindle vs. the Sony Reader 700 is the availability of content. In this category, the Kindle beats the Sony Reader hands down. At the time of this writing, there are over 190,000 books available at the Kindle Store as well as today's most popular magazines, newspapers, and blogs. The eBook Store from Sony only has 60,000 titles but that is expected to grow to 100,000 by early 2009. You cannot download newspapers, magazines, or blogs from Sony's store either.
The next thing you're probably concerned about is which one is better visually both to read from and to look at and to show off to your friends. The good news here is that both readers use the e-ink technology that makes it look just like regular paper. This reduces the possibility of strain on your eyes and makes you feel more like you're reading a "regular" book.
In terms of what these devices look like, the Sony Reader easily trumps the Kindle. The biggest gripe about the Kindle is that the device is plain ugly! It looks like a device designed in the late 90's. The Sony Reader 700, on the other hand, has a slick black "iPodish" look to it. It is what you would expect for a design of a device in 2008.
Speaking of design, the Sony Reader display is a touch screen while the Kindle is not. While this is a great step forward for ebook readers and would seem to give the Sony the advantage, it seems to have affected the overall quality of the Sony's display. Sony had to add the touch screen layer on top of their e-ink screen layer. This means that some of the contrast and "real book" feel that is noticeable on the Amazon Kindle are missing. That doesn't mean that books are unreadable, it just means that if you were to compare the displays on these two devices side-by-side, you'd probably be able to tell the Kindle has better contrast and is a bit sharper.
Both of these ebook readers allow you to make the font size of the book you are reading bigger. This is a really great thing if you have a hard time reading print that is too small. One slight advantage that the Sony Reader 700 has over the Amazon Kindle in terms of readability is the LED backlight for reading in low-light environments. On the surface this sounds great-no more need for a clip-on light but not so fast. Reviews of the Sony Reader have reported that the light does a poor job of lighting the screen and in some cases makes it harder to read because it affects the contrast and visibility of the text.
Since no one wants to carry around a big, bulky device, you'll also be pleased to know that both units only weigh in at about 10 ounces. That is about the weight of some paperbacks! This makes them easy to travel with and easy to carry while reading. Still, the Sony reader is a little bit smaller than the Kindle, which can be good and bad depending on how you look at it.
Where these two devices really separate is the ease with which you can download books and get them on your reader. With Sony you have to download them to your PC, hook up a USB cable, transfer the files to your reader, and then open them. With the Kindle you don't need a computer thanks to its free wireless capabilities. You simply connect to the Kindle Store, find the book you want, click a few buttons, and within a minute or so it's there for you. The Kindle is definitely easier in this regard.
Storage space is something else that you really need to consider. Both readers offer plenty of storage space for the average user with the ability to store over 200 books. If you tend to buy a lot of books or need to reference many different ones you might want to consider the Sony Reader. It holds more books than the Kindle and it also supports larger external memory cards giving it far more storage capacity than the Kindle.
Last but not least, you need to concern yourself with the ebook formats you can use on each device. While they have both come out with their own format, only Amazon's reader accepts the very popular MOBI file format. If you have files in that format, your choice is probably very clear.
There you have it - a comparison of the two best ebook readers on the market. What is right for one person might not be right for the next, so you need to think long and hard about these features to consider which one is right for you. For most people, however, the Amazon Kindle is one device that simply can't be beat due to its free wireless capabilities and breadth of available content.
Still not sure which of these ebook readers is best for you? Check out a side-by-side comparison of the Kindle vs Sony Reader and it will make your buying decision much easier!
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Travis_Van_Slooten
Product Review - Amazon Kindle Strengths and Weaknesses
The high profile ebook reading device from Amazon called the Kindle has caught the attention of readers. But then the gadget's cost, ranging from $350 to $400, gives people pause. This product review will introduce you to the features of the Kindle and my opinions about its strengths and weaknesses.
What the Kindle can do The Kindle is an ebook reading device about the size of a paperback book. With a screen using e-ink display technology, it allows you to comfortably read digital text in both sunlight and artificial light. The screen refresh rate when you advance an ebook page is faster than turning a paper page. Depending on whether you use the Kindle's internal memory or add memory cards, you can store dozens to hundreds of ebooks and audio books. If you like audio books, then the Kindle is a great device because it has an internal speaker for direct listening to audio books. Or, it can be plugged into headphones or external speakers, like in your car. Because the mp3 files for audio books are larger than ebooks, you'll need memory cards if you plan to load the device with more than a couple audio titles. In addition to ebooks and audio books, the Kindle can access numerous newspaper and magazine publications and blogs. A leading capability of the Kindle is wireless shopping. Right now, it has immediate wireless access to the Amazon store in the United States. Purchases can be made and content loaded onto the Kindle without using a computer. The strengths of the Kindle Overall, the physical characteristics of the Kindle are ergonomically comfortable. The page turning buttons operate smoothly and can be easily used by all sizes of hands. The power usage of the device is conservative, and depending on your reading habits, you can easily expect to go one or two weeks without needing to charge it. The large content selection through Amazon for its device is also a strength. With thousands of ebooks, audio books, newspapers, magazines, and blogs wirelessly available to users, you will not lack for easily accessible media. Also note that the wireless service has no ongoing cell phone charges. Your costs of operating the Kindle will be determined by how much content you buy for it. The weaknesses of the Kindle Being a first generation device, the Kindle is not perfect. In my opinion the user interface was hard to understand and the menus were cumbersome to use. For example, when browsing through the table of contents of an ebook, I found it somewhat hard to line up the menu cursor with the headings. I have noted that the mechanical parts are comfortable to use, but I did not always agree with their placement. The right side only has a control to advance the page while the left side has controls to advance the page or return to the previous page. Therefore, to turn a page back you are forced to use your left hand. I think that page forward and back controls should be on both sides of the device. Adding to my confusion was a control labeled "Back" on the right side, which I would hit in error trying to go back a page. This control actually took me back to a different menu. Another general complaint made by many users about the Kindle is the proprietary format of the ebooks from Amazon. The device is meant to steer you to make purchases from only Amazon. This is understandable from the company's point of view, but it does mean that ebooks bought through Amazon can only be viewed on their device. If you decide in the future to buy an ebook reading device from another company, then you would not have access on that new non-Kindle device to any ebooks you purchased from Amazon. Although designed to be an Amazon device, the Kindle can actually be used to read ebooks from other sources. A USB cable will connect the device to your computer where you could load ebooks in the widely available Mobipocket format (unencrypted files only) or plain text files. Conclusion The Kindle presents you with a quality device for reading ebooks along with other media. Although not perfect, especially with a user interface that often left me befuddled, it still performs its purpose well. A final consideration is the seller of the device. Amazon is a large company with a huge content selection, and, very importantly, an excellent reputation for customer service.
This product review was written by Tracy Falbe, author of The Rys Chronicles epic fantasy series. She invites you to download her free fantasy ebook Union of Renegades at http://www.braveluck.com where, among other formats, a Kindle-compatible Mobipocket version is available.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tracy_Falbe
What the Kindle can do The Kindle is an ebook reading device about the size of a paperback book. With a screen using e-ink display technology, it allows you to comfortably read digital text in both sunlight and artificial light. The screen refresh rate when you advance an ebook page is faster than turning a paper page. Depending on whether you use the Kindle's internal memory or add memory cards, you can store dozens to hundreds of ebooks and audio books. If you like audio books, then the Kindle is a great device because it has an internal speaker for direct listening to audio books. Or, it can be plugged into headphones or external speakers, like in your car. Because the mp3 files for audio books are larger than ebooks, you'll need memory cards if you plan to load the device with more than a couple audio titles. In addition to ebooks and audio books, the Kindle can access numerous newspaper and magazine publications and blogs. A leading capability of the Kindle is wireless shopping. Right now, it has immediate wireless access to the Amazon store in the United States. Purchases can be made and content loaded onto the Kindle without using a computer. The strengths of the Kindle Overall, the physical characteristics of the Kindle are ergonomically comfortable. The page turning buttons operate smoothly and can be easily used by all sizes of hands. The power usage of the device is conservative, and depending on your reading habits, you can easily expect to go one or two weeks without needing to charge it. The large content selection through Amazon for its device is also a strength. With thousands of ebooks, audio books, newspapers, magazines, and blogs wirelessly available to users, you will not lack for easily accessible media. Also note that the wireless service has no ongoing cell phone charges. Your costs of operating the Kindle will be determined by how much content you buy for it. The weaknesses of the Kindle Being a first generation device, the Kindle is not perfect. In my opinion the user interface was hard to understand and the menus were cumbersome to use. For example, when browsing through the table of contents of an ebook, I found it somewhat hard to line up the menu cursor with the headings. I have noted that the mechanical parts are comfortable to use, but I did not always agree with their placement. The right side only has a control to advance the page while the left side has controls to advance the page or return to the previous page. Therefore, to turn a page back you are forced to use your left hand. I think that page forward and back controls should be on both sides of the device. Adding to my confusion was a control labeled "Back" on the right side, which I would hit in error trying to go back a page. This control actually took me back to a different menu. Another general complaint made by many users about the Kindle is the proprietary format of the ebooks from Amazon. The device is meant to steer you to make purchases from only Amazon. This is understandable from the company's point of view, but it does mean that ebooks bought through Amazon can only be viewed on their device. If you decide in the future to buy an ebook reading device from another company, then you would not have access on that new non-Kindle device to any ebooks you purchased from Amazon. Although designed to be an Amazon device, the Kindle can actually be used to read ebooks from other sources. A USB cable will connect the device to your computer where you could load ebooks in the widely available Mobipocket format (unencrypted files only) or plain text files. Conclusion The Kindle presents you with a quality device for reading ebooks along with other media. Although not perfect, especially with a user interface that often left me befuddled, it still performs its purpose well. A final consideration is the seller of the device. Amazon is a large company with a huge content selection, and, very importantly, an excellent reputation for customer service.
This product review was written by Tracy Falbe, author of The Rys Chronicles epic fantasy series. She invites you to download her free fantasy ebook Union of Renegades at http://www.braveluck.com where, among other formats, a Kindle-compatible Mobipocket version is available.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tracy_Falbe
Overview - Amazon's Kindle - eBook Reader
When the Kindle wasn't yet in the picture, many companies had tried its hand at developing an eBook reader that people would actually use. At this time, downloading text documents onto a PDA device - Palm, Blackberry and the like, was the way to read eBooks whenever a desktop is not available. Then in November of 2007, the Amazon's Kindle was introduced and started to bring a better experience on eBook reading.
The advancements in technology, such as broadband and LCD contrast, in particular, have really accelerated the adoption of eBook readers. Adding to the allure of eBooks is the fact that there are so many titles available (200,000+). You're sure to find thousands of hours of enjoyment.
Manufacturers of Sony's Portable Reader, iRex Digital Reader, Jinke Electronics and Netronix are getting competitive to keep up with the success of the Amazon Kindle. And today, the resurgence of eBook readers is at an all-time high.
Reading an eBook on a PDA is nothing more like reading a Word Document, formatted into a book-like content structure. It actually just allowed one to look at text documents in the guise of "eBooks". This limited the commercial use of the content to basically manuals and corporate documents.
Oprah was quoted as saying that Amazon Kindle was "life-changing for me" and "the wave of the future." Why?
Amazon took a major leap forward by creating a product that physically looks like a book. This is what makes the Amazon Kindle so special. But, even more importantly, the text looks much like a text printed on a physical book. Reading eBooks on the Kindle is very "easy on the eyes" visually, since it uses the technology called E-Ink. The Amazon Kindle also has a high contrast screen, which does a great job of simulating a printed page. It is designed to be read under lighted conditions and can even be read under bright sunlight, just like a printed book.
The astounding size of the library is one of the biggest selling points of the Amazon Kindle. At last count, Amazon has over 190,000 books, which includes New York Times Best Sellers. The top U.S. and international newspapers are available for download, as well, including: NY Times, Wall Street Journal, Frankfurter, Irish Times, etc. And finally, over 1,000 major blog sites are accessible, including Slashdot, TechCruch, ESPN and more.
Another major leap for Amazon is how eBooks are distributed. Originally, Amazon had planned to distribute eBooks over Wi-Fi, but that would require customers to find a WiFi hot spot. Eventually, Amazon chose Sprint's high speed EVDO network. Using the technology called WhisperNet, customers can download eBooks anywhere that there's a cell phone connection. If the high speed EVDO network is not available, the Amazon Kindle switches back to the slower 1x speed.
Those mentioned here were just some of many reasons why Oprah Winfrey officially endorsed the Amazon Kindle in October of this year. She even declared it as her favorite new gadget.
David Chan is a business professional and an advocate of cool technology. He loves reading and is fascinated with the Amazon Kindle. Learn more about the product at http://www.coolthisyear.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=David_K_Chan
The advancements in technology, such as broadband and LCD contrast, in particular, have really accelerated the adoption of eBook readers. Adding to the allure of eBooks is the fact that there are so many titles available (200,000+). You're sure to find thousands of hours of enjoyment.
Manufacturers of Sony's Portable Reader, iRex Digital Reader, Jinke Electronics and Netronix are getting competitive to keep up with the success of the Amazon Kindle. And today, the resurgence of eBook readers is at an all-time high.
Reading an eBook on a PDA is nothing more like reading a Word Document, formatted into a book-like content structure. It actually just allowed one to look at text documents in the guise of "eBooks". This limited the commercial use of the content to basically manuals and corporate documents.
Oprah was quoted as saying that Amazon Kindle was "life-changing for me" and "the wave of the future." Why?
Amazon took a major leap forward by creating a product that physically looks like a book. This is what makes the Amazon Kindle so special. But, even more importantly, the text looks much like a text printed on a physical book. Reading eBooks on the Kindle is very "easy on the eyes" visually, since it uses the technology called E-Ink. The Amazon Kindle also has a high contrast screen, which does a great job of simulating a printed page. It is designed to be read under lighted conditions and can even be read under bright sunlight, just like a printed book.
The astounding size of the library is one of the biggest selling points of the Amazon Kindle. At last count, Amazon has over 190,000 books, which includes New York Times Best Sellers. The top U.S. and international newspapers are available for download, as well, including: NY Times, Wall Street Journal, Frankfurter, Irish Times, etc. And finally, over 1,000 major blog sites are accessible, including Slashdot, TechCruch, ESPN and more.
Another major leap for Amazon is how eBooks are distributed. Originally, Amazon had planned to distribute eBooks over Wi-Fi, but that would require customers to find a WiFi hot spot. Eventually, Amazon chose Sprint's high speed EVDO network. Using the technology called WhisperNet, customers can download eBooks anywhere that there's a cell phone connection. If the high speed EVDO network is not available, the Amazon Kindle switches back to the slower 1x speed.
Those mentioned here were just some of many reasons why Oprah Winfrey officially endorsed the Amazon Kindle in October of this year. She even declared it as her favorite new gadget.
David Chan is a business professional and an advocate of cool technology. He loves reading and is fascinated with the Amazon Kindle. Learn more about the product at http://www.coolthisyear.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=David_K_Chan
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