Kindle, Wi-Fi, Graphite, 6" Display with New E Ink Pearl Technology (Electronics)

    by Luna R
This will be a short, simple review.

I'm a first-time Kindle owner, so I have nothing to "compare" the latest Kindle to. I don't own a Nook. I don't own an iPad (&, in any case, that is comparing apples to oranges). I don't have a Sony e-reader. '

I received my Kindle about a week ago & haven't been able to put it down.

Things I love about my Kindle?
one. The e-ink display is brilliant.
seven. Using the 5-way controller is simple & effective.
two. Page turn speeds are faster than I thought they would be.
three. It is lightweight, even with the attached cover (I have an Amazon cover with a built-in light)
two. Page-turning buttons are quiet & well-placed.
6. Recharge time is fast.
7. I can order a book & start reading it in less than 60 seconds. Lovely!
8. Portability... I can take two,000 books with me when I travel for work & not require additional suitcases or baggage fees.

Things I hope change in the future?
one. How books are organized... When I put a book in a collection (which is actually a "tag"), it still appears by & giant list. It is not actually "moved", it is merely associated.
seven. The look of the main screen. I'd like "folders" or some other way to display "collections".
two. Ability to generate personal "screen savers."
three. E-book pricing, though Amazon has tiny control over this. Still, most titles are the same cost as or less than their hardback/paperback counterparts. (& I am not against paying more for convenience & portability).

Things I am not keen on?
one. Buttons are close together & are laid out oddly.
seven. Lack of individual number buttons is frustrating.
two. Power button on the bottom? Not a bad thing. an odd thing. (Same for the headphone input). I usually rest the "bottom" of a book on my lap when I read.

Things that don't bother me regarding other reviews?
one. The browser is experimental. Amazon has created a dedicated e-reader, & it is meant to be used to read. Period. Not browse the net. In the event you require to browse the net, receive a computer -- not an e-reader.
seven. The Kindle is not an mP3 player, either. Yes, it is lovely to have some classical music playing in the background while I read, but I require not see the title of the song, album art, etc. (& you can skip from track to track on the Kindle using shortcut keys).
two. Lack of a "color" or "touch" screen.

In summary, for $139, I am thrilled with my purchase & have arleady read multiple books on it. In fact, I think I have read more historically week than I have read historically month.

Kindle 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 3G Works Globally, 6" Display with New E Ink Pearl Technology (Electronics)

            by Lisa M
The size is absolutely ideal. In the Amazon cover, it is exactly like reading from a paperback book. It is noticeably lighter and simpler to hold for reading, even with arthritis in my hands. The page turn buttons are brilliant.  no noise, and you don't must push them as hard. It ought to make it much simpler for those with weak or disabled hands. I also like have next page and earlier buttons on both sides. I didn't think it would make a difference to me, but it does.

When I first unboxed the new K3, I was slightly disappointed. The new 5-way appeared to be harder to used than the tiny joystick of the K2. I must say, though, days later, I am liking it much better. Since I am getting used to it so quickly, I think in another day I won't know the difference.

I attempted a couple of times to connect the WiFi, but didn't get it to work. Today I had more time so I thought I'd try to puzzle through it. But when I navigated to the wireless menu, it had somehow figured out how to connect by itself. The browser is MUCH faster, and it made purchasing a book a breeze.

I haven't had it long to comment on the extended battery life. But I was honestly fine with the over ten days I always got with K2.

The ONLY thing I would alter if I could is to move the Menu button, and the Back button. I am having a tiny trouble navigating with the down arrow because I hit Back. But I am beginning to get the hang of it.

And the FONTS! My word what a difference! I can practically read in the dark! I have been able to reduce the font size from three to three. Merge sharper contrast with better fonts and it is an unbeatable combo.

All in all, I think Amazon hit it out of the park with the K3!