So many Kindle Accessories out there, which ones do I decide on?
Right, so now you have your brand new Kindle e-book reader and you need some Kindle accessories. It's an issue to you that you keep you Kindle clean and in the best condition as you can. There are many accessories for your new device including cases, covers, reading lights and ear buds.
The choice of Kindle covers is growing every day. There are numerous choices of interesting and well made covers and cases to buy. There are many types of kindle accessories to provide everybody's style and desires. Maybe you are a professional you may want to go for a professional look like a real leather cover. You can get them in brown and black. If you choose to add some color into your personal Kindle case there are also green, red, purple and pink leather cases out there. If you're all about art, style and fashion then you can get patent leather animal skin designs. You can even get a cover that resembles a clutch handbag! If you're into natural, earthy covers you can get a weaved effect Kindle case. If you spend a lot of time in the outdoors then maybe you would want to go for a rugged sleeve for protection and not looks or the traveling covers which have a handy outside pocket and a enclosed handle making them simple to to carry while you're moving around.
Kindle skins also come many styles. They are made out of vinyl and are scratch resistant. They have a anti-UV Ray outer layer. What's also an added bonus is if you would like to remove covers there is no when you peel them off. New skin designs are always being manufactured. The designs are interesting and have a range of styles including classic and famous art works.
There are other Kindle accessories such as reading lights and earphones. The lights have background LED's and come with replaceable batteries. These custom lights are a definite must have. The online reviews have been a great help before you buy. Yes you have acquired the best e-reader and with a huge amount Kindle accessories available you can for sure make your Kindle your best electronic device!
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Saturday, October 01, 2011
Kindle v Nook - Which is the better eReader?
The Kindle from Amazon and the original Nook from Barnes & Noble are two very popular eReaders available to buy today. Both have been around for a while and both have upsides and downsides. In this Kindle v Nook review I will provide you with an honest and unbiased look at them both so to make it easier for you to make the right decision for you. At this point I would like to inform you that I am a long time eReader enthusiast and I would never review a product I hadn't tried and tested (which is not the case with most other so-called "reviewers" out there). So, I hope you enjoy my review and feel free to comment or ask any questions you may have.
I have categorized the various features of the two as to make it effortless for you to navigate your way through this review.
Speed
In the world we live in, speed tends to mean everything to people. Our lives race along at 100 miles an hour and if we can save 5 minutes per week having a more zippy eReader, it matters to some. If all you care about is speed, the Kindle 3 is your obvious choice. Amazon took the old Kindle 2, which was already quicker than the Nook, and made it even faster with the Kindle 3. The time it takes to turn a page feels like an eternity on the Nook compared to the Kindle 3. Now, not all of us are in such a hurry, but I have to say having tested both, once you have tried the Kindle it somehow feels like you are wasting precious seconds of your life with the Nook.
Another thing that is much quicker with the Kindle is the navigation. This means its ability to move the cursor around the page in a smooth and predictable manner. The Kindle has what is called a rocker-button which can be moved around 5 ways and it moves very quickly. On the Nook you have to activate the LCD screen which lights up a little virtual rocker-button that has to be touched to move the cursor around the screen. Compared to the Kindle, the virtual rocker-button on the Nook appears very slow and sluggish. Again, this might not matter to you, but when you get used to the Kindle, going back to the sluggishness of the Nook can be rather irritating. I do know that Barnes & Noble have released software updates that has made it quicker, but it still does not perform like the Kindle.
Screen Contrast
The quality of the screen of an eReader is really important. I could handle slower page turns, but if the screen has glare or it hurts your eyes to read more than half an hour it's going in the bin. Amazon took the Kindle 2 and improved the screen drastically when they released number 3. The official numbers say 50% better contrast than the Kindle 2 and I believe them. The screen contrast of the Nook is about the same as Kindle 2 so the new Kindle is miles ahead. Effectively what this means for you as a user is an eReader that can be read both inside and out in any conditions and keeps the strain on your eyes to a minimum. After an hour or so on the Nook I've had enough, especially if the lights are a bit dim, but I still haven't reached my limit with the Kindle 3.
If you are reading in well lit conditions the Nook will do just fine, but if you are anything like me, you may like to read in bed, and bedrooms may be poorly lit. Take the Nook to bed with you and you'll have a headache within the hour unless you have a decent bed side table lamp.
Battery life
The new battery fitted in Kindle 3 is truly amazing. I charge mine every couple of weeks and that is with the WiFi on. If I turn it off it will last me about a month. Unfortunately for the Nook, its touch LCD screen drains the battery very quickly and it is unlikely to last you more than a week. Does it matter much? Well, if all you do is have the eReader at home and read before bed it probably doesn't. But if you go on holidays of any significant duration and want to take your library with you, the Nook will require you to bring the charger. Personally, the big difference in battery life doesn't really matter. I have no problem plugging the charger in once a week.
Weight
In the blue corner, from Barnes & Noble, weighing in at 11.5 ounces, the Nook! And in the red corner, straight from Amazon, weighing in at only 8.5 ounces, the Kindle 3! If this was a boxing match the Nook would probably "nook" (did you get it?) the shorts off the Kindle, but unfortunately for Barnes & Noble, it is not. 3 ounces may not seem like a lot, but when you hold the Nook for a while and then switch to the Kindle 3, you can feel the difference straight away. The Kindle just feels nicer in your hand and because it is lighter it is easier to bring with you. The case that comes with the Nook makes it even worse as it is quite heavy, while the Kindle case is light and works really well.
So far, the Kindle 3 has slaughtered the Nook. But, for all you Nook fans out there, don't despair. There are reasons that may make you consider the Nook as well. Let's go through them one by one and check the summary at the end for the result.
Having a physical store
Should you ever need any help with your Nook, all you have to do is take it to a Barnes & Noble store and they will look after it for you. Should you happen to be at Barnes & Noble with your Nook you can read any book in their library for free for an hour per day. If you are lucky they may even give you a free book which will just pop up on your screen.
User-replaceable battery
The batteries used in both the Nook and the Kindle will eventually lose their charging abilities. With years of use, what used to last two weeks may now only last you a few days. Nook's battery is easy to change for the user and inexpensive to purchase. To replace the Kindle battery on the other hand, you have to ship it (at your own cost) to Amazon and they will replace your whole Kindle with a refurbished one (not yours). That said, according to Amazon the Kindle battery should last you for as long as 3 years and I guess most of us would have upgraded to the newer model by then anyway.
ePub
As opposed to the Kindle 3, the Nook uses the widely used open format, ePub. This means that with a Nook you have the ability to "borrow" eBooks in the ePub format from many digital libraries. Amazon uses their own eBook format which is not recognized by other eReaders. What this means for you as a user is that you cannot take a Kindle eBook and transfer it to your Nook, unless you use a free program called Calibre which will translate eBook formats for you. The only catch here is that Calibre does not work with copy-write protected books.
Nook's LCD screen
Having a color LCD screen on your eReader may be a pro for some and a con for others. It really depends on what is important to you. It does make the Nook look pretty cool if this is important to you, but when it comes to being user-friendly, the Kindle is both quicker and easier to use. Looking at the LCD screen is pretty much like staring at a computer, so if this gives you a headache, chances are the Nook will do the same.
Expandable Memory
The Nook comes with 2 GB as standard, but you can add on an extra 16GB if you wish by buying a microSD card. The Kindle comes with 4 GB as standard, but can not be expanded. Now, I am not sure who would need 16GB of books on their Nook, but the 4 GB that comes standard on the Kindle is definitely enough as it will hold up to 3500 books.
SUMMARY:
Look, both the Kindle 3 and the Nook are two of the very best eReaders on the market today. Hence why they are put up against each other in the "fight of champions." Most other eReader fall short of these two and it seems as if every time a new and better model is released, the gap widens. Both the Kindle and the Nook come with their advantages and disadvantages as you have already read about. When it comes down to actually putting your hard earned cash down however, I would back the Kindle 3, any day of the week. Why? Well, there's only two things I like better about the Nook. Its user-replaceable battery and the fact that you can have an actual person fixing it while you wait. But at the end of the day, these two features does not make up for the fact that the Kindle 3 is faster, lasts longer, has a better screen which is easier on the eyes, much more user-friendly, smaller and lighter which makes it more portable and better to hold for those long hours of reading. So, ring-a-ding-ding, Kindle's the king!
Alexander Hope is a long term eReader user. For more great reviews on kindle v nook, visit http://www.comparisonereaders.com.
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I have categorized the various features of the two as to make it effortless for you to navigate your way through this review.
Speed
In the world we live in, speed tends to mean everything to people. Our lives race along at 100 miles an hour and if we can save 5 minutes per week having a more zippy eReader, it matters to some. If all you care about is speed, the Kindle 3 is your obvious choice. Amazon took the old Kindle 2, which was already quicker than the Nook, and made it even faster with the Kindle 3. The time it takes to turn a page feels like an eternity on the Nook compared to the Kindle 3. Now, not all of us are in such a hurry, but I have to say having tested both, once you have tried the Kindle it somehow feels like you are wasting precious seconds of your life with the Nook.
Another thing that is much quicker with the Kindle is the navigation. This means its ability to move the cursor around the page in a smooth and predictable manner. The Kindle has what is called a rocker-button which can be moved around 5 ways and it moves very quickly. On the Nook you have to activate the LCD screen which lights up a little virtual rocker-button that has to be touched to move the cursor around the screen. Compared to the Kindle, the virtual rocker-button on the Nook appears very slow and sluggish. Again, this might not matter to you, but when you get used to the Kindle, going back to the sluggishness of the Nook can be rather irritating. I do know that Barnes & Noble have released software updates that has made it quicker, but it still does not perform like the Kindle.
Screen Contrast
The quality of the screen of an eReader is really important. I could handle slower page turns, but if the screen has glare or it hurts your eyes to read more than half an hour it's going in the bin. Amazon took the Kindle 2 and improved the screen drastically when they released number 3. The official numbers say 50% better contrast than the Kindle 2 and I believe them. The screen contrast of the Nook is about the same as Kindle 2 so the new Kindle is miles ahead. Effectively what this means for you as a user is an eReader that can be read both inside and out in any conditions and keeps the strain on your eyes to a minimum. After an hour or so on the Nook I've had enough, especially if the lights are a bit dim, but I still haven't reached my limit with the Kindle 3.
If you are reading in well lit conditions the Nook will do just fine, but if you are anything like me, you may like to read in bed, and bedrooms may be poorly lit. Take the Nook to bed with you and you'll have a headache within the hour unless you have a decent bed side table lamp.
Battery life
The new battery fitted in Kindle 3 is truly amazing. I charge mine every couple of weeks and that is with the WiFi on. If I turn it off it will last me about a month. Unfortunately for the Nook, its touch LCD screen drains the battery very quickly and it is unlikely to last you more than a week. Does it matter much? Well, if all you do is have the eReader at home and read before bed it probably doesn't. But if you go on holidays of any significant duration and want to take your library with you, the Nook will require you to bring the charger. Personally, the big difference in battery life doesn't really matter. I have no problem plugging the charger in once a week.
Weight
In the blue corner, from Barnes & Noble, weighing in at 11.5 ounces, the Nook! And in the red corner, straight from Amazon, weighing in at only 8.5 ounces, the Kindle 3! If this was a boxing match the Nook would probably "nook" (did you get it?) the shorts off the Kindle, but unfortunately for Barnes & Noble, it is not. 3 ounces may not seem like a lot, but when you hold the Nook for a while and then switch to the Kindle 3, you can feel the difference straight away. The Kindle just feels nicer in your hand and because it is lighter it is easier to bring with you. The case that comes with the Nook makes it even worse as it is quite heavy, while the Kindle case is light and works really well.
So far, the Kindle 3 has slaughtered the Nook. But, for all you Nook fans out there, don't despair. There are reasons that may make you consider the Nook as well. Let's go through them one by one and check the summary at the end for the result.
Having a physical store
Should you ever need any help with your Nook, all you have to do is take it to a Barnes & Noble store and they will look after it for you. Should you happen to be at Barnes & Noble with your Nook you can read any book in their library for free for an hour per day. If you are lucky they may even give you a free book which will just pop up on your screen.
User-replaceable battery
The batteries used in both the Nook and the Kindle will eventually lose their charging abilities. With years of use, what used to last two weeks may now only last you a few days. Nook's battery is easy to change for the user and inexpensive to purchase. To replace the Kindle battery on the other hand, you have to ship it (at your own cost) to Amazon and they will replace your whole Kindle with a refurbished one (not yours). That said, according to Amazon the Kindle battery should last you for as long as 3 years and I guess most of us would have upgraded to the newer model by then anyway.
ePub
As opposed to the Kindle 3, the Nook uses the widely used open format, ePub. This means that with a Nook you have the ability to "borrow" eBooks in the ePub format from many digital libraries. Amazon uses their own eBook format which is not recognized by other eReaders. What this means for you as a user is that you cannot take a Kindle eBook and transfer it to your Nook, unless you use a free program called Calibre which will translate eBook formats for you. The only catch here is that Calibre does not work with copy-write protected books.
Nook's LCD screen
Having a color LCD screen on your eReader may be a pro for some and a con for others. It really depends on what is important to you. It does make the Nook look pretty cool if this is important to you, but when it comes to being user-friendly, the Kindle is both quicker and easier to use. Looking at the LCD screen is pretty much like staring at a computer, so if this gives you a headache, chances are the Nook will do the same.
Expandable Memory
The Nook comes with 2 GB as standard, but you can add on an extra 16GB if you wish by buying a microSD card. The Kindle comes with 4 GB as standard, but can not be expanded. Now, I am not sure who would need 16GB of books on their Nook, but the 4 GB that comes standard on the Kindle is definitely enough as it will hold up to 3500 books.
SUMMARY:
Look, both the Kindle 3 and the Nook are two of the very best eReaders on the market today. Hence why they are put up against each other in the "fight of champions." Most other eReader fall short of these two and it seems as if every time a new and better model is released, the gap widens. Both the Kindle and the Nook come with their advantages and disadvantages as you have already read about. When it comes down to actually putting your hard earned cash down however, I would back the Kindle 3, any day of the week. Why? Well, there's only two things I like better about the Nook. Its user-replaceable battery and the fact that you can have an actual person fixing it while you wait. But at the end of the day, these two features does not make up for the fact that the Kindle 3 is faster, lasts longer, has a better screen which is easier on the eyes, much more user-friendly, smaller and lighter which makes it more portable and better to hold for those long hours of reading. So, ring-a-ding-ding, Kindle's the king!
Alexander Hope is a long term eReader user. For more great reviews on kindle v nook, visit http://www.comparisonereaders.com.
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The Amazon Kindle 2 Warranty
The Kindle 2 is an amazing reading device that has changed how America now reads. This little electronic e-book reader has been selling like wildfire in the months since its release. Many people are satisfied with their purchase, but sometimes things can go wrong. This article will take a look at the warranty of the Kindle 2 reader and what people should be aware of. It will highlight what is and is not covered under this limited 1-year warranty.
The Kindle 2 is one of those devices that are out to change the world. It is the most popular e-book reader and it has created an interest in a product that many claim will be the future. The kindle 2 allows people to read electronic books on a 6" device that is slim and portable. Many people like this product for the fact that they are able to carry up to 1,500 books on this one device and it is simple to use.
When it comes to the Kindle 2 warranty, what people get is a limited one-year warranty. Like most electrical devices, the warranty on the Kindle will cover it against possible defects that could occur during the manufacturing process. These defects can cause a device not to work or other problems could arise. In the event that something should go wrong during the 1 year, the company will repair or replace the device. When it is being repaired, it may be repaired with new or refurbished parts. Is being replaced, you may be given a new or refurbished Kindle 2.
It should be noted that the Kindle 2 limited warranty only covers Kindle 2 hardware components. This warranty does not cover neglect, accidents, fire, misuse, commercial use, repair and alterations.
There is an Extended Warranty available for the Kindle 2 and this gives more coverage. This extra warranty will protect the device against accidental damage or if the individual dropped the device. This is very good as due to the fact that the Kindle is constantly being held, there is a possibility that it could be dropped and damaged. Many people often wonder if the extended warranty is worth the money and we think it is. The Kindle 2 is an expensive electronic device and no-one really knows when there could be defects or when it could stop working. Having this is just an extra sense of security protecting the device.
In closing there is the limited and extended Kindle 2 warranty. All of them protect the device against defects or problems with the device over the coverage period. The extended warranty gives a bit more coverage as it covers accidental damage which could occur from dropping the device.
If you would like to purchase a Kindle 2 Extended Warranty, please visit this website. The author Janene Dalton has an in-depth page that will focus on the different warranties for the Amazon Kindle 2.
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The Kindle 2 is one of those devices that are out to change the world. It is the most popular e-book reader and it has created an interest in a product that many claim will be the future. The kindle 2 allows people to read electronic books on a 6" device that is slim and portable. Many people like this product for the fact that they are able to carry up to 1,500 books on this one device and it is simple to use.
When it comes to the Kindle 2 warranty, what people get is a limited one-year warranty. Like most electrical devices, the warranty on the Kindle will cover it against possible defects that could occur during the manufacturing process. These defects can cause a device not to work or other problems could arise. In the event that something should go wrong during the 1 year, the company will repair or replace the device. When it is being repaired, it may be repaired with new or refurbished parts. Is being replaced, you may be given a new or refurbished Kindle 2.
It should be noted that the Kindle 2 limited warranty only covers Kindle 2 hardware components. This warranty does not cover neglect, accidents, fire, misuse, commercial use, repair and alterations.
There is an Extended Warranty available for the Kindle 2 and this gives more coverage. This extra warranty will protect the device against accidental damage or if the individual dropped the device. This is very good as due to the fact that the Kindle is constantly being held, there is a possibility that it could be dropped and damaged. Many people often wonder if the extended warranty is worth the money and we think it is. The Kindle 2 is an expensive electronic device and no-one really knows when there could be defects or when it could stop working. Having this is just an extra sense of security protecting the device.
In closing there is the limited and extended Kindle 2 warranty. All of them protect the device against defects or problems with the device over the coverage period. The extended warranty gives a bit more coverage as it covers accidental damage which could occur from dropping the device.
If you would like to purchase a Kindle 2 Extended Warranty, please visit this website. The author Janene Dalton has an in-depth page that will focus on the different warranties for the Amazon Kindle 2.
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Kindle Kindles Up a Fire
Buy the hot, new Kindle DX for sale. Or get burnt by the wrath of jealousy. Yes everybody is buying them. For all of 2009, the analysts have tallied a sales figure of 2 million to about 5 million units. The kindle wireless ereaders have proved to be the hottest products of Amazon's catalogue. With already a successful 2G version, the new electronic reader is on a blazing trail, killing every competition in the market. The DX has a much larger screen than the original release, twice the storage capacity, and now offers the native PDF readability. You don't need to store your important PDFs on the computer and convert them to view on a kindle. PDF support has been one of the major USP this time. The bigger, rotating screen switchable from portrait to landscape view, makes this a no-brainer for the any reader too.
Kindle On Fire!
The wireless reading device has proved to be the most wished for, most often gifted and the most purchased gadget from Amazon's range of products. The popularity quotient is so high, that people buy from one to a couple as gifts for their friends and families. DX platform as in K2, functions on Whispernet technology and enables users to wirelessly download books, magazines, newspapers, personal documents, access blogs, google maps, weather reports and more. Now you have the luxury of viewing it on a high-resolution 9.7 inch E-Ink display as compared the 6 inch screen on its previous version. The new model is so versatile for professionals that business establishments and organizations are also buying Kindles in large quantities for their customers or employees. The outstanding battery life, e-ink display, gives the most authentic book-like feel, with its pioneering technology to emulate "a high contrast look of the real paper".
What I love most about it, is its ability to connect to the Amazon bookstore, the web, Wikipedia through WhisperNet, its EV-DO-based technology; and without incurring any additional charges. Truly, it's never been easier than this to read a book and carry a library full of them with you. Battery life is still one of the best we have in both the versions. You can almost forget about it for around 4 days or so. It's highly lightweight and portable.
Fiery features of Kindle DX specifications
Large 9.7" Display with 16 shades of gray
1/3 inches in thickness.
4gb storage capacity, capable of storing 3,500 books, documents & periodicals.
Built-In PDF reader. (No need to send files to Amazon for conversion and pay for it)
Amazon content of 390,000 books, newspapers, magazines, blogs, best sellers, New York Times, latest releases etc.
Books downloadable in 60 seconds flat.
Free Whispernet facility makes Wifi hunting is a thing of the past.
New enhanced browser, which can display graphics, images and text like real print.
New auto-rotating screen to switch from portrait to landscape view..
Highly ergonomic design
Where to buy a Kindle reader from?
The latest edition sells for $489 and is available for immediate shipment from Amazon itself. The price is definitely a considerable jump from its predecessor, which is currently priced at $259. But when you compare the specifications with the existing K2, you will know it packs a punch for the extra cost. The devices are well in stock on Amazon as compared to other e-readers. The free shipping and super saver deals, 1 year warranty, thousands of customer reviews will give you a safe and easy purchase experience.
So if you can't stop the kindling desire to own your kindle or gift it someone, Cheap Kindle DX Sale is here.
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Kindle On Fire!
The wireless reading device has proved to be the most wished for, most often gifted and the most purchased gadget from Amazon's range of products. The popularity quotient is so high, that people buy from one to a couple as gifts for their friends and families. DX platform as in K2, functions on Whispernet technology and enables users to wirelessly download books, magazines, newspapers, personal documents, access blogs, google maps, weather reports and more. Now you have the luxury of viewing it on a high-resolution 9.7 inch E-Ink display as compared the 6 inch screen on its previous version. The new model is so versatile for professionals that business establishments and organizations are also buying Kindles in large quantities for their customers or employees. The outstanding battery life, e-ink display, gives the most authentic book-like feel, with its pioneering technology to emulate "a high contrast look of the real paper".
What I love most about it, is its ability to connect to the Amazon bookstore, the web, Wikipedia through WhisperNet, its EV-DO-based technology; and without incurring any additional charges. Truly, it's never been easier than this to read a book and carry a library full of them with you. Battery life is still one of the best we have in both the versions. You can almost forget about it for around 4 days or so. It's highly lightweight and portable.
Fiery features of Kindle DX specifications
Large 9.7" Display with 16 shades of gray
1/3 inches in thickness.
4gb storage capacity, capable of storing 3,500 books, documents & periodicals.
Built-In PDF reader. (No need to send files to Amazon for conversion and pay for it)
Amazon content of 390,000 books, newspapers, magazines, blogs, best sellers, New York Times, latest releases etc.
Books downloadable in 60 seconds flat.
Free Whispernet facility makes Wifi hunting is a thing of the past.
New enhanced browser, which can display graphics, images and text like real print.
New auto-rotating screen to switch from portrait to landscape view..
Highly ergonomic design
Where to buy a Kindle reader from?
The latest edition sells for $489 and is available for immediate shipment from Amazon itself. The price is definitely a considerable jump from its predecessor, which is currently priced at $259. But when you compare the specifications with the existing K2, you will know it packs a punch for the extra cost. The devices are well in stock on Amazon as compared to other e-readers. The free shipping and super saver deals, 1 year warranty, thousands of customer reviews will give you a safe and easy purchase experience.
So if you can't stop the kindling desire to own your kindle or gift it someone, Cheap Kindle DX Sale is here.
For more reviews, cheapest kindle offers, dropped price comparisons, features and specifications, shopping deals online, wholesale and freeship offers, Buy Cheap Kindle 2 Sale in stock here.
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Friday, September 30, 2011
Amazon Kindle: The Next Generation G3 Review - What Do You Think?
With the presentation of the Third generation of Amazon Kindle, the online retailer has all the reasons to celebrate: this ebook reader is not only better than everything has been built before in this category, but it is also ready to meet the mainstream masses. With the Amazon Kindle, Amazon solves all the negative aspects of earlier ebook reader generations, such as slow page turns, finger-unfriendly button designs and heavy weight. This doesn't mean there is no room for improvement, but this Kindle is the first I will certainly recommend to my friends.
Value
There are two versions of the third-generation Amazon Kindle. The Kindle Wi-Fi costs $139, while the Kindle that has both Wi-Fi and 3G and costs $189. The 3G-only Kindle 2 cost previously just as much. Please remember the third generation Kindle is not only a minor update, display improvement or a color refresh, just like we have seen in the case of Kindle DX (Graphite). It can be seen from a distance that there is a lot of work and attention in this ebook reader. This might show that the company thinks its hardware strategy to be very important, in complementing its software (the Kindle apps for Mac, Android, BlackBerry, iPhone, iPad, and PC) and e-bookstore strategies.
One has to notice that the new Kindle comes in two colors: eye-pleasing graphite (just the same as the Kindle DX presented earlier this summer) and the usual Kindle white. Some might argue that dark ebook readers are easier to read, because they give a perception of better contrast. However, this is only an impression. Others might feel they can read the white one better. The display was enhanced, too. The Amazon Kindle now has a 6-inch E-Ink Pearl display just like the Kindle DX (Graphite). This display has 50 percent better contrast, which is quite noticeable in use. Just like on Kindle DX (Graphite), the text looks smoother, and the blacks are more solid. The Pearl display also has faster screen refresh rates, which improves user experience significantly (more on that later).
Smaller
The streamlined design of the Amazon Kindle made possible to shrink the reader by 21 percent. However is we look at the numbers, it doesn't seem that much is shaved off. The new model measures 7.5 by 4.8 by 0.34 inches, versus the 8 by 5.3 by 0.36 inches of the Kindle 2. However if you look at the two devices side-by-side, it is obvious that the third generation Amazon Kindle became significantly smaller. In order to get this smaller design, the manufacturer primarily trimmed the superfluous, wasted space around the edges, so the device is now dominated by its 6-inch screen. The functionality is not affected by this: there is still enough room around the edges for the fingers to rest comfortably while holding the device.
Lighter
The design of Amazon Kindle is a pleasure to hold in hand. The user can read a couple of hours without feeling any pain or stiffness in his hands. This fact is even more interesting because the same thing cannot be said for the multipurpose Apple iPad: this device with its 1.5 pounds (25 ounces) weight is almost three times heavier than the Kindle (8, 7 ounces). This fact makes a really strong argument in favor of the Kindle.
However, this review is not only about comparing the iPad to the third generation Amazon Kindle. The Kindle is a masterpiece in itself, and it is the first time I can say that it is a pleasure to hold a Kindle ebook reader in hand. I must also say that the Kindle is not the lightest ebook reader available on the market: there is an ebook reader that is nearly one ounce lighter, the Kobo eReader, which also has a 6-inch display. Then the Bookeen Cybook Opus, with a 5-inch display, is even lighter, with 5.3 ounces. At the same time, the Barnes & Noble's Nook (11.6 ounces for Nook Wi-Fi, 12.1 ounces for Nook Wi-Fi + 3G) is significantly heavier than the Amazon Kindle; and the new Kindle is 15 percent lighter than its 10.2-ounce predecessor.
Better Design
The new Kindle, with its lighter weight and more compact design, the third-generation Kindle also provides a more pleasing reading experience than the earlier models. Its curved back cover made from a subtle, rubberized material, also makes it easier to hold. Because of the more compact design, Amazon had to modernize and thoroughly redesign the keys and buttons. Near the screen now there are very simple forward and back buttons, mirrored in shape and size, and signaled by arrows instead of words. With this feature, the Kindle is suitable for both left- and right-handed users. The unit's buttons, when used, seem to be in very well-thought, convenient and ergonomic places.
A drawback of the second-generation Kindle was that the page-forward and page-back buttons depressed inward, into the screen: as a result, when they were pressed, a noisy, mechanical sound was heard. The third generation Kindle now has buttons that depress away from the screen, and are much slimmer, like a rocker-style button that melds into the edge of the device. This solution is much better, as the fingers don't need to hover in a single place to turn the page. The hand can be moved and the page can still be turned with the heel of the palm, or even with the thumb: a rather unique experience. In addition to this, Amazon corrected the unfunctional, outwardly page-turn buttons of its first-generation Kindle that led to many accidental page turns.
Navigation
The navigation buttons were also completely redesigned. They were rearranged and clustered together, the page-forward and -back buttons have shrunk dramatically: to only one-quarter of an inch wide. At the bottom of the keyboard there is the Home button, ant the joystick-navigation cluster of the Kindle 2 was replaced with a very comfortable D-pad-like approach with a five-way navigation square, with an oval Menu button above it and a Back button beneath. When you use the Amazon Kindle, your fingers will find the new layout very convenient and finger-friendly. It is very easy to adapt to the new organization, which is way better than the joystick of the previous models. The buttons respond promptly, and the Amazon Kindle is kept up well.
There is a tighter keyboard layout, the key are a bit closer and the row of numbers is removed. So you will have to press the symbol button to get to the numbers, just like you do on a touchscreen phone keyboard. Because the keyboard buttons are rounded and they are closer together, it is much easier to type on this keyboard than that of the second-generation Kindle. The typing experience resembles very much the typing on a physical cell phone keyboard.
Every Amazon Kindle button and port (the headphone jack, the micro-USB, power switch and volume rocker) is now situated along the bottom edge, in a neat row. The power switch was on the top, and on Kindle 3 it was moved down, which might seem a little bit unexpected and awkward, but the other buttons are very comfortable. And there is a cute thing: when you slide the switch or plug the device into the power, the healthy battery life is shown by a green light. When the battery needs to be charged, it glows in amber.
Technology
The Amazon Kindle, unlike its predecessors, just breezes thorough the pages. Even very impatient persons can be happy with the way the new Kindle turns the pages. And there is virtually no lag in scrolling through the menu options. The page turns are 20 percent faster, according to Amazon. The manufacturer says that the increased speed comes from the Amazon's proprietary waveform and controller technology (this technology is essentially a series of pulses that move white and black electronic ink particles to give the grey level that makes the final text or image), and the new display. When the page turns, there is still an annoying flicker, but because the speed is much increased, the flicker is rather acceptable.
In my experience, the speed issue is very important. The second generation of Kindle was quite unresponsive and sluggish, but I must mention that the slowest ebook reader I ever saw was the Kobo eReader. There is only one place I noticed a lag: in a Kindle bookstore. However it is until today unclear to me whether the lag was due to the speed of the display's redraw, the bookstore's responsiveness or the integrity of the 3G connection. No matter the cause was, in this situation several times the book cover thumbnails lagged behind the page load of the rest of the content.
The Experience
The e-reading experience on the Amazon Kindle remained largely unchanged. However, even here Amazon added some cool new features. You can change line spacing from within menus (there are three options: small, medium and large), and you can also change the typeface too (the options are condensed, regular and sans serif). These options can be accessed from the font's button, now situated on the bottom row, between the space bar and the home button. Some other font options would be welcome, and the options could be presented in the sample text, much like the font-size options are presented. Despite this, it is good to see Amazon add the option to change fonts, because virtually all LCD-based ebook readers have this feature for some time.
It would be also great if Amazon would take the opportunity to start to improve the speed and presentation of its bookstore. While shopping, it occurred to me that the page redraw speeds are slower than when I was elsewhere in the device. This might be caused by the Kindle bookstore's design or 3G connection.
Just like Kindle DX (Graphite) and the second-generation Kindle with updated firmware, the third-generation Kindle supports sharing passages via Twitter and Facebook. It also supports popular highlights and viewing collections: these are created from the data of what passages Kindle users are sharing. There is also a new WebKit-based Web browser in the new Kindle. This browser is still in an experimental stage, but it evolved from the second generation Kindle. The PDF viewer is also improved, but the manufacturer still has to come up with a solution for how to reflow PDFs so we can read them directly on the unit. (The closest approximation today requires you to email a PDF to your Kindle device.)
More Memory
The new Kindle increased its memory from 2GB to 4GB, which means that it can hold up to 3500 books (the second-generation Kindle only could store 1500). The manufacturer also claims that the Kindle can function up to one month with one single battery charge. Amazon says that it doesn't use any revolutionary battery technology for this: the performance could be obtained thorough software modifications. The 3G wireless is still delivered by AT&T with no charge.
For those who want a lighted E-Ink screen, the case solution of Amazon can be a great choice. The case worked splendidly on a night-time plane ride, without the need of an overhead light. The leather case sold for $60 feels good in hand, and has an ingenious pull-out extendable light that curves around and illuminates the screen. It is a clever, but not perfect design: if you don't have any fingernails, the light might be difficult to pull out. Besides, the light spread proved to be uneven: more intense in the upper right quadrant than in the lower left.
My Conclusion
The third generation Amazon Kindle is ideal for those who want the advantages on a dedicated ebook reader. Its greatest advantages are long battery life and a paper-like screen that can be read in bright light. The new Kindle is worth its money because the mix of its price, features and performance. Its great build quality, along with the improved design, integrated store and cross-platform transportability make the third generation Amazon Kindle a leader in its segment. I have to say that this is the first ebook reader after a long time that left me wanting to read more. I will probably buy one myself.
Want to learn more about the new Amazon Kindle? For a FULL out the box and technical review visit our site at Kindle Reader Review for the complete low-down on the All-New Kindle.
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Value
There are two versions of the third-generation Amazon Kindle. The Kindle Wi-Fi costs $139, while the Kindle that has both Wi-Fi and 3G and costs $189. The 3G-only Kindle 2 cost previously just as much. Please remember the third generation Kindle is not only a minor update, display improvement or a color refresh, just like we have seen in the case of Kindle DX (Graphite). It can be seen from a distance that there is a lot of work and attention in this ebook reader. This might show that the company thinks its hardware strategy to be very important, in complementing its software (the Kindle apps for Mac, Android, BlackBerry, iPhone, iPad, and PC) and e-bookstore strategies.
One has to notice that the new Kindle comes in two colors: eye-pleasing graphite (just the same as the Kindle DX presented earlier this summer) and the usual Kindle white. Some might argue that dark ebook readers are easier to read, because they give a perception of better contrast. However, this is only an impression. Others might feel they can read the white one better. The display was enhanced, too. The Amazon Kindle now has a 6-inch E-Ink Pearl display just like the Kindle DX (Graphite). This display has 50 percent better contrast, which is quite noticeable in use. Just like on Kindle DX (Graphite), the text looks smoother, and the blacks are more solid. The Pearl display also has faster screen refresh rates, which improves user experience significantly (more on that later).
Smaller
The streamlined design of the Amazon Kindle made possible to shrink the reader by 21 percent. However is we look at the numbers, it doesn't seem that much is shaved off. The new model measures 7.5 by 4.8 by 0.34 inches, versus the 8 by 5.3 by 0.36 inches of the Kindle 2. However if you look at the two devices side-by-side, it is obvious that the third generation Amazon Kindle became significantly smaller. In order to get this smaller design, the manufacturer primarily trimmed the superfluous, wasted space around the edges, so the device is now dominated by its 6-inch screen. The functionality is not affected by this: there is still enough room around the edges for the fingers to rest comfortably while holding the device.
Lighter
The design of Amazon Kindle is a pleasure to hold in hand. The user can read a couple of hours without feeling any pain or stiffness in his hands. This fact is even more interesting because the same thing cannot be said for the multipurpose Apple iPad: this device with its 1.5 pounds (25 ounces) weight is almost three times heavier than the Kindle (8, 7 ounces). This fact makes a really strong argument in favor of the Kindle.
However, this review is not only about comparing the iPad to the third generation Amazon Kindle. The Kindle is a masterpiece in itself, and it is the first time I can say that it is a pleasure to hold a Kindle ebook reader in hand. I must also say that the Kindle is not the lightest ebook reader available on the market: there is an ebook reader that is nearly one ounce lighter, the Kobo eReader, which also has a 6-inch display. Then the Bookeen Cybook Opus, with a 5-inch display, is even lighter, with 5.3 ounces. At the same time, the Barnes & Noble's Nook (11.6 ounces for Nook Wi-Fi, 12.1 ounces for Nook Wi-Fi + 3G) is significantly heavier than the Amazon Kindle; and the new Kindle is 15 percent lighter than its 10.2-ounce predecessor.
Better Design
The new Kindle, with its lighter weight and more compact design, the third-generation Kindle also provides a more pleasing reading experience than the earlier models. Its curved back cover made from a subtle, rubberized material, also makes it easier to hold. Because of the more compact design, Amazon had to modernize and thoroughly redesign the keys and buttons. Near the screen now there are very simple forward and back buttons, mirrored in shape and size, and signaled by arrows instead of words. With this feature, the Kindle is suitable for both left- and right-handed users. The unit's buttons, when used, seem to be in very well-thought, convenient and ergonomic places.
A drawback of the second-generation Kindle was that the page-forward and page-back buttons depressed inward, into the screen: as a result, when they were pressed, a noisy, mechanical sound was heard. The third generation Kindle now has buttons that depress away from the screen, and are much slimmer, like a rocker-style button that melds into the edge of the device. This solution is much better, as the fingers don't need to hover in a single place to turn the page. The hand can be moved and the page can still be turned with the heel of the palm, or even with the thumb: a rather unique experience. In addition to this, Amazon corrected the unfunctional, outwardly page-turn buttons of its first-generation Kindle that led to many accidental page turns.
Navigation
The navigation buttons were also completely redesigned. They were rearranged and clustered together, the page-forward and -back buttons have shrunk dramatically: to only one-quarter of an inch wide. At the bottom of the keyboard there is the Home button, ant the joystick-navigation cluster of the Kindle 2 was replaced with a very comfortable D-pad-like approach with a five-way navigation square, with an oval Menu button above it and a Back button beneath. When you use the Amazon Kindle, your fingers will find the new layout very convenient and finger-friendly. It is very easy to adapt to the new organization, which is way better than the joystick of the previous models. The buttons respond promptly, and the Amazon Kindle is kept up well.
There is a tighter keyboard layout, the key are a bit closer and the row of numbers is removed. So you will have to press the symbol button to get to the numbers, just like you do on a touchscreen phone keyboard. Because the keyboard buttons are rounded and they are closer together, it is much easier to type on this keyboard than that of the second-generation Kindle. The typing experience resembles very much the typing on a physical cell phone keyboard.
Every Amazon Kindle button and port (the headphone jack, the micro-USB, power switch and volume rocker) is now situated along the bottom edge, in a neat row. The power switch was on the top, and on Kindle 3 it was moved down, which might seem a little bit unexpected and awkward, but the other buttons are very comfortable. And there is a cute thing: when you slide the switch or plug the device into the power, the healthy battery life is shown by a green light. When the battery needs to be charged, it glows in amber.
Technology
The Amazon Kindle, unlike its predecessors, just breezes thorough the pages. Even very impatient persons can be happy with the way the new Kindle turns the pages. And there is virtually no lag in scrolling through the menu options. The page turns are 20 percent faster, according to Amazon. The manufacturer says that the increased speed comes from the Amazon's proprietary waveform and controller technology (this technology is essentially a series of pulses that move white and black electronic ink particles to give the grey level that makes the final text or image), and the new display. When the page turns, there is still an annoying flicker, but because the speed is much increased, the flicker is rather acceptable.
In my experience, the speed issue is very important. The second generation of Kindle was quite unresponsive and sluggish, but I must mention that the slowest ebook reader I ever saw was the Kobo eReader. There is only one place I noticed a lag: in a Kindle bookstore. However it is until today unclear to me whether the lag was due to the speed of the display's redraw, the bookstore's responsiveness or the integrity of the 3G connection. No matter the cause was, in this situation several times the book cover thumbnails lagged behind the page load of the rest of the content.
The Experience
The e-reading experience on the Amazon Kindle remained largely unchanged. However, even here Amazon added some cool new features. You can change line spacing from within menus (there are three options: small, medium and large), and you can also change the typeface too (the options are condensed, regular and sans serif). These options can be accessed from the font's button, now situated on the bottom row, between the space bar and the home button. Some other font options would be welcome, and the options could be presented in the sample text, much like the font-size options are presented. Despite this, it is good to see Amazon add the option to change fonts, because virtually all LCD-based ebook readers have this feature for some time.
It would be also great if Amazon would take the opportunity to start to improve the speed and presentation of its bookstore. While shopping, it occurred to me that the page redraw speeds are slower than when I was elsewhere in the device. This might be caused by the Kindle bookstore's design or 3G connection.
Just like Kindle DX (Graphite) and the second-generation Kindle with updated firmware, the third-generation Kindle supports sharing passages via Twitter and Facebook. It also supports popular highlights and viewing collections: these are created from the data of what passages Kindle users are sharing. There is also a new WebKit-based Web browser in the new Kindle. This browser is still in an experimental stage, but it evolved from the second generation Kindle. The PDF viewer is also improved, but the manufacturer still has to come up with a solution for how to reflow PDFs so we can read them directly on the unit. (The closest approximation today requires you to email a PDF to your Kindle device.)
More Memory
The new Kindle increased its memory from 2GB to 4GB, which means that it can hold up to 3500 books (the second-generation Kindle only could store 1500). The manufacturer also claims that the Kindle can function up to one month with one single battery charge. Amazon says that it doesn't use any revolutionary battery technology for this: the performance could be obtained thorough software modifications. The 3G wireless is still delivered by AT&T with no charge.
For those who want a lighted E-Ink screen, the case solution of Amazon can be a great choice. The case worked splendidly on a night-time plane ride, without the need of an overhead light. The leather case sold for $60 feels good in hand, and has an ingenious pull-out extendable light that curves around and illuminates the screen. It is a clever, but not perfect design: if you don't have any fingernails, the light might be difficult to pull out. Besides, the light spread proved to be uneven: more intense in the upper right quadrant than in the lower left.
My Conclusion
The third generation Amazon Kindle is ideal for those who want the advantages on a dedicated ebook reader. Its greatest advantages are long battery life and a paper-like screen that can be read in bright light. The new Kindle is worth its money because the mix of its price, features and performance. Its great build quality, along with the improved design, integrated store and cross-platform transportability make the third generation Amazon Kindle a leader in its segment. I have to say that this is the first ebook reader after a long time that left me wanting to read more. I will probably buy one myself.
Want to learn more about the new Amazon Kindle? For a FULL out the box and technical review visit our site at Kindle Reader Review for the complete low-down on the All-New Kindle.
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Amazon Kindle How-To Series - Five Cool Things You Can Do With Your Kindle 2
Once you've had time to spend a while with your new Amazon Kindle 2 you really begin to appreciate the enjoyable reading experience provided by this great device. If you've had a chance to download some e-books into your Kindle 2 you also have enjoyed an additional benefits of a great audio book listening experience. But, your Kindle 2 is capable of so much more! Here are five cool things you can do with your Amazon Kindle 2:
Cool Capability #1) - You're spending a relaxing afternoon reading an e-book on your new Kindle 2 e-book reader and the thought strikes you - "I need to check my e-mail to see if I've heard back from my daughter!" Now normally that means that you have to stop reading, put down your Kindle, and check your e-mail account on your computer. But, if you have a Gmail account you can read and respond to e-mails right on your Kindle!
First, go to your Kindle's built-in basic web browser (Home > Menu > Experimental > Basic Web). Next, make sure that Javascript for your Kindle's browser is turned on (Browser > Menu > Settings > Enable Javascript). Finally, go to the Gmail Internet address (Browser > Menu > Enter URL > Gmail address - see below), enter your Username and Password.
IMPORTANT - use the standard Gmail URL and not the Google URL provided by default in the Kindle's bookmark folder. If you try to access your Gmail from the URL provided in your Kindle you will be prompted to load a Google Gmail application. Applications cannot be loaded onto your Kindle so this will fail - you need to use the URL provided above to be able to use your Gmail account.
Cool Capability #2) - Are you a Twitter user? If you'd like to send a "Tweet" to your friends and followers about the great new book your reading on your Kindle you can do it right from your Kindle. This popular microblogging service offers a mobile version that works great on your Kindle.
Go to your Kindle's built-in basic web browser (Home > Menu > Experimental > Basic Web). Next, make sure that Javascript for your Kindle's browser is turned on (Browser > Menu > Settings > Enable Javascript). Finally, go to the Twitter Mobile URL (Browser > Menu > Enter URL > [http://www.m.twitter.com]), enter your Username and Password.
IMPORTANT - The standard Twitter URL is too complex for your Kindle to display properly. Use the URL above for best results on your Kindle.
Cool Capability #3) - Have you ever wanted to "save" a page you were reading to share with a friend? The Kindle has two different ways to do this. The first way is to take a screen shot of the page you wish to share. To take a screen shot hold down the and the keys then press the "G" key. You will notice that the Kindle screen will "flash" showing that the Kindle created the screen shot.
The screen shots are stored in your Kindle's "documents" folder as image files with a .gif extension. You can get them by plugging your Kindle into your computer using the USB cable that you got with your Kindle. Open "My Computer" and look for the Kindle drive icon. Double click on the icon to open up your Kindle and then double-click on the "documents" folder. Look for files that end with .gif and you'll find the screen shots you just made.
To share them with your friends you can save the files to your computer and then attach them to an e-mail message. You also can print-out the screen shots by opening them in a graphic program such as Windows Paint or Windows Internet Explorer. The quality is not great - but is certainly acceptable for sharing several pages.
Cool Capability #4) - There is another way to capture and share passages from Kindle e-books. When you highlight passages from Kindle e-books and make notes your Kindle saves them to a file in the "documents" folder called "My Clippings.txt". You can open this file with a program like Windows Notepad and copy your highlights to save in another program or share.
To do this, go to the passage you wish to share. Move the Kindle cursor to the beginning of the passage you want to save and click the navigation button. Now move the cursor to the end of the passage you want to save and press the navigation button again once all of the text is highlighted. This will save the highlighted text to the "My Clippings.txt" file.
Plug your Kindle into your computer then look for the Kindle icon in "My Computer." Double- click on the Kindle drive icon then double-click on the "documents" folder. Locate the "My Clippings.txt" file and double-click on it to open it in Windows Notepad. Find the text you highlighted on the Kindle. It should be at the bottom of the file. You can copy the text and paste it into a program like Microsoft Word to save it. Or you can copy and paste the text into an e-mail message.
Cool Capability #5) - Up to now we've been talking about text - now let's talk about graphics. If you haven't noticed, your Kindle 2 offers the ability to enlarge graphics so you can actually see them! To do this simply move your cursor over the graphic and it will change to a magnifying glass. Press the navigator button and your Kindle will zoom-in on the image so that it fills the Kindle's screen.
This is very handy when you are reading books with technical graphics or screen shots. The Kindle 2's screen is enough better quality that these graphics are worthwhile reviewing as you read through your books. To return to the original page view, press the button or the button.
Congratulations! You now know about five cool things you can do with your Kindle 2. You can use your Kindle 2 to check your Gmail and send "Tweets" with Twitter, take screen shots to save or share, save or share passages from Kindle e-books, and make graphics in your e-books more relevant by using the Kindle's "zoom" feature.
Got a Kindle? Then you need to go directly to http://www.guidetokindle.com for the best information, tips, and how-to advice for owners of the Amazon Kindle wireless reading device. Be sure to sign-up to receive our Guide to Kindle e-newsletter and keep up-to-date on everything Kindle.
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Cool Capability #1) - You're spending a relaxing afternoon reading an e-book on your new Kindle 2 e-book reader and the thought strikes you - "I need to check my e-mail to see if I've heard back from my daughter!" Now normally that means that you have to stop reading, put down your Kindle, and check your e-mail account on your computer. But, if you have a Gmail account you can read and respond to e-mails right on your Kindle!
First, go to your Kindle's built-in basic web browser (Home > Menu > Experimental > Basic Web). Next, make sure that Javascript for your Kindle's browser is turned on (Browser > Menu > Settings > Enable Javascript). Finally, go to the Gmail Internet address (Browser > Menu > Enter URL > Gmail address - see below), enter your Username and Password.
IMPORTANT - use the standard Gmail URL and not the Google URL provided by default in the Kindle's bookmark folder. If you try to access your Gmail from the URL provided in your Kindle you will be prompted to load a Google Gmail application. Applications cannot be loaded onto your Kindle so this will fail - you need to use the URL provided above to be able to use your Gmail account.
Cool Capability #2) - Are you a Twitter user? If you'd like to send a "Tweet" to your friends and followers about the great new book your reading on your Kindle you can do it right from your Kindle. This popular microblogging service offers a mobile version that works great on your Kindle.
Go to your Kindle's built-in basic web browser (Home > Menu > Experimental > Basic Web). Next, make sure that Javascript for your Kindle's browser is turned on (Browser > Menu > Settings > Enable Javascript). Finally, go to the Twitter Mobile URL (Browser > Menu > Enter URL > [http://www.m.twitter.com]), enter your Username and Password.
IMPORTANT - The standard Twitter URL is too complex for your Kindle to display properly. Use the URL above for best results on your Kindle.
Cool Capability #3) - Have you ever wanted to "save" a page you were reading to share with a friend? The Kindle has two different ways to do this. The first way is to take a screen shot of the page you wish to share. To take a screen shot hold down the and the keys then press the "G" key. You will notice that the Kindle screen will "flash" showing that the Kindle created the screen shot.
The screen shots are stored in your Kindle's "documents" folder as image files with a .gif extension. You can get them by plugging your Kindle into your computer using the USB cable that you got with your Kindle. Open "My Computer" and look for the Kindle drive icon. Double click on the icon to open up your Kindle and then double-click on the "documents" folder. Look for files that end with .gif and you'll find the screen shots you just made.
To share them with your friends you can save the files to your computer and then attach them to an e-mail message. You also can print-out the screen shots by opening them in a graphic program such as Windows Paint or Windows Internet Explorer. The quality is not great - but is certainly acceptable for sharing several pages.
Cool Capability #4) - There is another way to capture and share passages from Kindle e-books. When you highlight passages from Kindle e-books and make notes your Kindle saves them to a file in the "documents" folder called "My Clippings.txt". You can open this file with a program like Windows Notepad and copy your highlights to save in another program or share.
To do this, go to the passage you wish to share. Move the Kindle cursor to the beginning of the passage you want to save and click the navigation button. Now move the cursor to the end of the passage you want to save and press the navigation button again once all of the text is highlighted. This will save the highlighted text to the "My Clippings.txt" file.
Plug your Kindle into your computer then look for the Kindle icon in "My Computer." Double- click on the Kindle drive icon then double-click on the "documents" folder. Locate the "My Clippings.txt" file and double-click on it to open it in Windows Notepad. Find the text you highlighted on the Kindle. It should be at the bottom of the file. You can copy the text and paste it into a program like Microsoft Word to save it. Or you can copy and paste the text into an e-mail message.
Cool Capability #5) - Up to now we've been talking about text - now let's talk about graphics. If you haven't noticed, your Kindle 2 offers the ability to enlarge graphics so you can actually see them! To do this simply move your cursor over the graphic and it will change to a magnifying glass. Press the navigator button and your Kindle will zoom-in on the image so that it fills the Kindle's screen.
This is very handy when you are reading books with technical graphics or screen shots. The Kindle 2's screen is enough better quality that these graphics are worthwhile reviewing as you read through your books. To return to the original page view, press the button or the button.
Congratulations! You now know about five cool things you can do with your Kindle 2. You can use your Kindle 2 to check your Gmail and send "Tweets" with Twitter, take screen shots to save or share, save or share passages from Kindle e-books, and make graphics in your e-books more relevant by using the Kindle's "zoom" feature.
Got a Kindle? Then you need to go directly to http://www.guidetokindle.com for the best information, tips, and how-to advice for owners of the Amazon Kindle wireless reading device. Be sure to sign-up to receive our Guide to Kindle e-newsletter and keep up-to-date on everything Kindle.
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