Anyone Own A Kindle?

pnoon · 07-16-2009, 01:38 PM

I'm looking into buying a Kindle. Looks like it is something I would really enjoy.

I'm not looking for testimonials - "My brother-in-law has one and he loves it". I'm looking for actual feedback and discussion on detailed features and usage from inmates who own one.

Thanks.

Mugen910 · 07-16-2009, 01:51 PM

linky wasn't working...

Here LINKY POO..

My uncle has one and he travels a lot. He raves about how many books he can upload to it and how light it is. I'm not actually sure about the pro/con but IMHO I would imagine some people just like the feel of a real book but hate carrying so many around. The gf might be getting one for xmas since we take lots of trips.

07-16-2009, 01:52 PM

Hey Peter, the link doesn't appear to be working.

pnoon · 07-16-2009, 01:54 PM

Link should be working now.
Sorry.

Cigargal · 07-16-2009, 01:54 PM

Joan has one and loves it...pm her.

pnoon · 07-16-2009, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Cigargal

Joan has one and loves it...pm her.

Will do. Thanks

landhoney · 07-16-2009, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

I'm not looking for testimonials - "My brother-in-law has one and he loves it". I'm looking for actual feedback and discussion on detailed features and usage from inmates who own one.
Thanks.

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Originally Posted by Mugen910

My uncle has one and he travels a lot. He raves about how many books he can upload to it and how light it is. .

Fail in the first response.

Mugen910 · 07-16-2009, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by landhoney

Fail in the first response.

dammit you caught me...

BlackDog · 07-16-2009, 02:47 PM

I bought one for my mother for her birthday. She didn't like it very well and returned it. She likes plain old books better.

Now she won't speak to me any more and you're making me cry.

landhoney · 07-16-2009, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackDog

I bought one for my mother for her birthday. She didn't like it very well and returned it. She likes plain old books better.

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Originally Posted by Mugen910

dammit you caught me...

Don't worry, you're not the only one.

07-16-2009, 02:51 PM

Why not just read the paper book, baldy?

jaycarla · 07-16-2009, 02:53 PM

Peter, my wife has one and she LOVES it. She actually bought the first one, then a newer one came out 5 months later and she got that. The newer one is thinner and has the ability to do audio.

Her only complaint with them is that they are not backlit. She got a little LED clip light though for times that she needs light and it works fine.

Has never had a problem with the wireless. Loves that there is no monthly or hidden fees. Once you buy something it stays available on Amazon so if you lose the Kindle, sell it, upgrade, whatever, all your content is still there.

We were both a little ticked that the newspaper subscriptions were so high, if it was lower I would have bought one too.

I see a lot of people with them on my travels too and talk to some of them. Have yet to run into anyone with one that doesn't love it.

I saw earlier someone mention it, if someone is "old school" and has to have the paperback or does a lot of book swapping, they wouldn't like it as much.

pnoon · 07-16-2009, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Darrell

Why not just read the paper book, baldy?

I do, dumass.

But the Kindle looks pretty cool, saves a $hitload of space, ability to annotate, search etc. that is impossible with hard copy.

So, why are you using email instead of snail mail?

07-16-2009, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

I do, dumass.

But the Kindle looks pretty cool, saves a $hitload of space, ability to annotate, search etc. that is impossible with hard copy.

So, why are you using email instead of snail mail?

It was an honest question, you crotchety old bastard.

Mugen910 · 07-16-2009, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pnoon

I do, dumass.

But the Kindle looks pretty cool, saves a $hitload of space, ability to annotate, search etc. that is impossible with hard copy.

So, why are you using email instead of snail mail?

...i got a letter from Darrel the other day about how life is in Cali.

croatan · 07-16-2009, 02:59 PM

I've been looking at these pretty seriously. I like the feel of a book in my hands, but I do think these would be incredibly handy, especially on trips. Being able to take a little Kindle on an overseas trip versus four or five hardback books would be fantastic.

I worry somewhat about the proprietary nature of it, though, and wonder what might be coming down the pipeline.

Like Peter, I'd also love to hear more first hand accounts.

pnoon · 07-16-2009, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Darrell

It was an honest question, you crotchety old bastard.

I figured the "baldy" comment negated any seriousness to your post.

Kids these days just don't know how to communicate.

07-16-2009, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

I figured the "baldy" comment negated any seriousness to your post.

Kids these days just don't know how to communicate.

[clears throat]

Pardon me, Sir. The "baldy" comment is a term of endearment, kind of like how I call my Father, "old man".

I apologize for any confusion this may have cause you, Mister Noon and hope to avoid any such incidents like the latest in the future.

Have a wonderful day.

gorob23 · 07-16-2009, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Darrell

Why not just read the paper book, baldy?

They are too heavy for him to lift to his eyes...old age setting in ok carry on

Rob

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Originally Posted by Darrell

It was an honest question, you crotchety old bastard.

See what I mean about his age! peter don't let them get you down. Ricky and I were talking at So Cal you look great and walk real well for a guy that"s pushing 75

shilala · 07-16-2009, 03:07 PM

My kid reads books on her ipod touch.
I've tried and it just doesn't do it for me. I like a big screen.
Looks like it's worth a try, Peter. If you don't like it, you can always let it gather dust.

07-16-2009, 01:38 PM	#1
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Anyone Own A Kindle? I'm looking into buying a Kindle. Looks like it is something I would really enjoy. I'm not looking for testimonials - "My brother-in-law has one and he loves it". I'm looking for actual feedback and discussion on detailed features and usage from inmates who own one. Thanks. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden Last edited by pnoon; 07-16-2009 at 01:52 PM. Reason: fixed link

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Mugen910 I <3 Huy Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Location Location: First Name Posts: 8,387 Trading: (106)	Re: Anyone Own A Kindle? linky wasn't working... Here *LINKY POO*.. My uncle has one and he travels a lot. He raves about how many books he can upload to it and how light it is. I'm not actually sure about the pro/con but IMHO I would imagine some people just like the feel of a real book but hate carrying so many around. The gf might be getting one for xmas since we take lots of trips. __________________ I'm not antisocial, I just think people are stupid.

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Patron Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Anyone Own A Kindle? Hey Peter, the link doesn't appear to be working.

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pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: Anyone Own A Kindle? Link should be working now. Sorry. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

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Cigargal Waiting for SoCal XI Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Northern California Posts: 1,472 Trading: (25)	Re: Anyone Own A Kindle? Joan has one and loves it...pm her.

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BlackDog Gonna make you groove... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Warren Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 2,468 Trading: (19)	Re: Anyone Own A Kindle? I bought one for my mother for her birthday. She didn't like it very well and returned it. She likes plain old books better. Now she won't speak to me any more and you're making me cry. __________________ "We live in the good of this."

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Darrell Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Anyone Own A Kindle? Why not just read the paper book, baldy?

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jaycarla Mossy Hoosier Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jay Location: Carmel, IN Posts: 828 Trading: (7)	Re: Anyone Own A Kindle? Peter, my wife has one and she LOVES it. She actually bought the first one, then a newer one came out 5 months later and she got that. The newer one is thinner and has the ability to do audio. Her only complaint with them is that they are not backlit. She got a little LED clip light though for times that she needs light and it works fine. Has never had a problem with the wireless. Loves that there is no monthly or hidden fees. Once you buy something it stays available on Amazon so if you lose the Kindle, sell it, upgrade, whatever, all your content is still there. We were both a little ticked that the newspaper subscriptions were so high, if it was lower I would have bought one too. I see a lot of people with them on my travels too and talk to some of them. Have yet to run into anyone with one that doesn't love it. I saw earlier someone mention it, if someone is "old school" and has to have the paperback or does a lot of book swapping, they wouldn't like it as much. __________________ “I bet Eli doesn't even have one touchdown today, ... I'm the best Manning" -Peyton Manning

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croatan Missing Peter Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: James Location: la Vuelta Abajo Posts: 3,727 Trading: (6)	Re: Anyone Own A Kindle? I've been looking at these pretty seriously. I like the feel of a book in my hands, but I do think these would be incredibly handy, especially on trips. Being able to take a little Kindle on an overseas trip versus four or five hardback books would be fantastic. I worry somewhat about the proprietary nature of it, though, and wonder what might be coming down the pipeline. Like Peter, I'd also love to hear more first hand accounts. __________________ Fumo ergo sum.

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shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: Anyone Own A Kindle? My kid reads books on her ipod touch. I've tried and it just doesn't do it for me. I like a big screen. Looks like it's worth a try, Peter. If you don't like it, you can always let it gather dust. __________________