I'm thinking about one of these
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kindle-Wi-Fi-6-Ink-Display/dp/B0051QVF7A/ref=amb_link_161815847_2?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-1&pf_rd_r=0F37KN41Z5GEK7PNJ7GS&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=262750607&pf_rd_i=468294 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kindle-Wi-Fi-6-Ink-Display/dp/B0051QVF7A/ref=amb_link_161815847_2?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-1&pf_rd_r=0F37KN41Z5GEK7PNJ7GS&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=262750607&pf_rd_i=468294)
The new model is much less expensive and would be great for these free out of copyright books.
Anyone tried this device?
It's OK, a few people I know have them, but for the money I would be looking at something like this instead;
http://www.amazon.co.uk/EASY-TAB-ANDROID-TABLET-SCREEN/dp/B005HP4A72/ref=sr_1_184?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1321719765&sr=1-184 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/EASY-TAB-ANDROID-TABLET-SCREEN/dp/B005HP4A72/ref=sr_1_184?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1321719765&sr=1-184)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Version-Cheapest-WM8650-Android-Supports/dp/B004ULLC4I/ref=sr_1_33?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1321719677&sr=1-33 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Version-Cheapest-WM8650-Android-Supports/dp/B004ULLC4I/ref=sr_1_33?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1321719677&sr=1-33)
Read all the blurb before you decide.
TL
MC
Aye, that new Android tablet looks interesting and does more too. It might be easier to add books directly via the USB. I am going to get something anyway. I can't stand reading books on the computer sitting at a desk and there is a wealth of good stuff out there to be had for free.
Some books;
http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/50-places-free-books-online.htm (http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/50-places-free-books-online.htm)
The above are all free and legal!
These may not be, download at your own discretion;
http://isohunt.com/ (http://isohunt.com/)
The best client at the moment is this;
http://www.utorrent.com/ (http://www.utorrent.com/)
There are now thousands of book sites, you can basically find more or less anything you need or want. Of course some things are simply not available as e-books yet.
Also of interest in this regard;
http://ebook.hamstersoft.com/en/home (http://ebook.hamstersoft.com/en/home)
http://calibre-ebook.com/ (http://calibre-ebook.com/)
The best reader I have found is this; ( Although the built-in calibre reader is not bad).
http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/default.asp?Language=EN (http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/default.asp?Language=EN)
For the PC;
http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/ProductDetailsReader.asp (http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/ProductDetailsReader.asp)
Site;
http://www.mobipocket.com/en/HomePage/default.asp?Language=EN (http://www.mobipocket.com/en/HomePage/default.asp?Language=EN)
For .lit formats, either convert if possible, or use the free Microsoft reader. Has its limits, but it works;
http://www.microsoft.com/reader/ (http://www.microsoft.com/reader/)
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MC
If you are interested, have the space, and can use them, I have 35 GB of books on various subjects, general interest, survival, nature, etc. about 11 GB on fishing, ( Mainly fly-fishing). If you want I can FTP them to your server. Might take a while though! :)
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I don't think my Aberdeenshire sheep driven broadband will cope with Mike. :lol:
Quote from: admin on November 19, 2011, 07:13:10 PM
I don't think my Aberdeenshire sheep driven broadband will cope with Mike. :lol:
I can limit the speed, but of course it will then take longer! Up to you.
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MC
The problem with these multi purpose jobs is the battery life - Kindle is about 800-1000 mins and these are about 140-200mins. It would run out of battery half way through a flight!
a few of my techie friends like the Nook, not sure if that is an option over your way.
Quote from: Darwin on November 19, 2011, 08:11:40 PM
a few of my techie friends like the Nook, not sure if that is an option over your way.
It's more expensive;
http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-20009738-1/kindle-vs-nook-vs-ipad-which-e-book-reader-should-you-buy/ (http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-20009738-1/kindle-vs-nook-vs-ipad-which-e-book-reader-should-you-buy/)
http://reviews.cnet.com/tablets/samsung-galaxy-tab-10/4505-3126_7-34505338.html (http://reviews.cnet.com/tablets/samsung-galaxy-tab-10/4505-3126_7-34505338.html)
http://reviews.cnet.com/tablets/amazon-kindle-fire/4505-3126_7-35022491.html?tag=mncol#reviewPage1 (http://reviews.cnet.com/tablets/amazon-kindle-fire/4505-3126_7-35022491.html?tag=mncol#reviewPage1)
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MC
Quote from: Malcolm on November 19, 2011, 07:40:55 PM
The problem with these multi purpose jobs is the battery life - Kindle is about 800-1000 mins and these are about 140-200mins. It would run out of battery half way through a flight!
that is a very good point actually.
There was an ad on tv tonight for the Kindle, Isla thought it was a cool idea but I just can't get over the idea of having a proper book to read.
If anyone likes historical novels BTW, the Conn Igggulden conqueror serious about Genghis Khan is pretty good, IMO anyway.
(http://www.conniggulden.com/assets/Wolf-of-the-Plains.jpg)
If you do get the Kindle be careful with the screen as my daughter's got trashed just by getting knocked around in her schoolbag. Amazon replaced it though without any problem so customer service seems ok.
I know it makes me feel like a luddite ....... but just the thought of using a Kindle depresses me :(
........ and I would never trust myself in the Bath with £89 worth of technology
Pages dry, but Kindles die :D
Got a kindle back in March and have used it a lot since. I like the fact that it does just one thing really well. The battery life is huge so it's great for long trips and you can store hundreds if not thousands of books on it. As RC says though, you do need a pouch or case to protect the screen when in transit etc. Some things you'll still want on actual paper (images dont come out very well and navigating back and forth within books is a bit awkward e.g.) so reference or photo-rich books etc don't work so well. But for straight text and especially novels etc I'd highly recommend it.
Ian
Than you gents for all the feedback. I know it's not a huge amount of money, but there is nothing like opinions from actual users and those who know these devices. Is the Kindle screen just plain monochrome?
Depends on the model you get;
http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Fire-Amazon-Tablet/dp/B0051VVOB2 (http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Fire-Amazon-Tablet/dp/B0051VVOB2)
Scroll down for tech specs and comparisons of the Kindles.
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Imagine reading a book with just black ink printed on grey paper and you'll have a good idea of the Kindle's screen. It uses some sort of digital ink technology that doesn't flicker like a computer or tablet screen which is easy on the eye - just like a book - which sets it apart and makes for easy reading. It works well in bright sunshine too. It's quite impressive really, of a little drab to look at. I'll probably buy one eventually, but will wait for a bit more development first. An off white page background would improve it as would colour.
Just discovered something about the Kindle that may put me off.
In the US - $79
In the UK - 89 QUID!
What a f*****g rip-off! Even allowing for 20% UK VAT Amazon UK is shafting us big time!
Rip off Britain strikes again :(
The price difference is because in UK you get to read a book without commercial breaks!
Honest. The US model is cheap because they sell advertising space in the books.
I would rather pay the extra.
A.
Quote from: alancrob on November 21, 2011, 08:12:36 AM
The price difference is because in UK you get to read a book without commercial breaks!
Honest. The US model is cheap because they sell advertising space in the books.
I would rather pay the extra.
In that case so would I Alan. Ads? They have to be fkn joking. Pathetic. :roll:
Quote from: tomcatin on November 20, 2011, 01:56:23 AM
I know it makes me feel like a luddite ....... but just the thought of using a Kindle depresses me :(
........ and I would never trust myself in the Bath with £89 worth of technology
Pages dry, but Kindles die :D
i agree completely. but i was more than a little upset when i knocked a glass of fine ale over my medlar press copy of "the complete book of the roach". the pages are now dry, but a rather fetching shade of brown. and wrinkled. :x
I'd be more upset about the loss of the ale :roll:
Jim
fair one :lol: although i could get a fair few ales for thirty quid....