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I was wondering if the bulk of the readers of this forum are die hard printed book fans or if many or most have migrated to the ipad (or other similar internet connected pads) for reading?
Where are you situated in this modern (good or maybe not) era?
I prefer reading printed books rather than using a digital device for reading a book.
I've been a staunch printed-paper-book reader for almost five decades but having fiddled around with a Kindle paperwhite recently I'm thinking I may like to try that at least for some of my reading.
I've been a staunch printed-paper-book reader for almost five decades but having fiddled around with a Kindle paperwhite recently I'm thinking I may like to try that at least for some of my reading.
For one thing it's much cheaper for newer books.
I got a Kindle Fire as a Christmas present a few years ago, and I love it (minus a few annoying glitches and issues). However, I would prefer an e-ink reader and have been looking at the Paperwhite too. I've recently been researching and comparing e-ink readers to see which one I like best.
As easy as my Kindle is to use, I'm now looking to get away from a device tied to Amazon. My favorite is the Kobo Aura HD. Here's why:
I'm a heavy library user. At times, the book I want to borrow only comes in EPUB format, which the Kindle does not support. Kobo, and every other e-reader I'm aware of, does support EPUB. There's a work around for this but it's not exactly on the up and up, and requires using a laptop to run three programs to download, strip the DRM and convert formats before you can transfer it to your Kindle.
I don't like how Amazon (and their price) is pretty much it if I want to buy a book. Amazon usually has good prices, it's just the principle of it.
Amazon has way too much control over your books and account once you purchase them. Read this and this.
I hate managing my Kindle through Amazon; the interface is frustratingly slow. Returning library books through Amazon.com is very annoying (to be fair, using Adobe Digital Editions is only slightly better). For books I own, I use Calibre instead.
The Kobo Aura has 4GB of space, but you can expand up to 32GB with a micro SD card. The Paperwhite has 2GB of space and is not expandable. It can hold unlimited books in the cloud, but then you rely on Amazon to be able to access your books.
No way to add tags/shelves/collections on the Kindle. This is extremely frustrating so I use Calibre to tag my books instead; of course this requires me to open up my laptop and search in Calibre for my next read, but it works. I've read that the Kobo Aura HD supports shelves.
I'm not a Kindle or an Amazon hater but, for me, it's time to move on to a device that is less restrictive. The things Kindle has going for it is that it's ridiculously easy to use and you can purchase a device that uses 3G for free if you don't have good WiFi access.
Just some thoughts to ponder Whatever you decide, happy reading!
I was wondering if the bulk of the readers of this forum are die hard printed book fans or if many or most have migrated to the ipad (or other similar internet connected pads) for reading?
Where are you situated in this modern (good or maybe not) era?
I exclusively read on my eInk Kindle now but it's important to note that this is very different to reading on an iPad or other backlit tablet and I would not lump them together.
I love the feel and the heft of a real book, especially with a mug of tea and my favorite reading chair. And I love my bookshelves and my book collection and the ability to easily find and reread favorite books or passages from books.
But when I'm commuting or sitting in my doctors office I love my cellphone with it's Kindle app and an ebook checked out from the library. I never thought I would, but it's easier that lugging books around.
I prefer books to technology.....I used to work in a bookstore & just loved it. I also worked as a librarian.
Nothing like curling up on the couch, with a warm mug of tea or cocoa, and reading something captivating.......
I love the feel and the heft of a real book, especially with a mug of tea and my favorite reading chair. And I love my bookshelves and my book collection and the ability to easily find and reread favorite books or passages from books.
But when I'm commuting or sitting in my doctors office I love my cellphone with it's Kindle app and an ebook checked out from the library. I never thought I would, but it's easier that lugging books around.
Same here. I have my bookshelves at home and plenty of books still to read, but when I travel, which is often, it's my Kindle.
I was wondering if the bulk of the readers of this forum are die hard printed book fans or if many or most have migrated to the ipad (or other similar internet connected pads) for reading?
Where are you situated in this modern (good or maybe not) era?
Audible, which is an app on the devices
I wouldn't read on a screen like the ipad. thats insane. Kindle/etc better
I try to understand why there is an either/or component to the question. I have a Kindle, one of the early ones, and I'm quite satisfied with it, especially the feature that allows me to increase the size of the type on those occasions when I've forgotten my glasses. But I also like to read paper books.
There are times when I have a destination that requires me to drive/ride to get there. But that doesn't mean I've given up walking.
For immediacy, e-mail can't be beat(en). But I love to get snail-mail from my family and friends.
If I can get a Kindle Daily Deal at a great price, I'll go for it. But if someone has a "real" book, and is willing to lend it, I won't turn up my nose.
I got a Kindle Fire as a Christmas present a few years ago, and I love it (minus a few annoying glitches and issues). However, I would prefer an e-ink reader and have been looking at the Paperwhite too. I've recently been researching and comparing e-ink readers to see which one I like best.
As easy as my Kindle is to use, I'm now looking to get away from a device tied to Amazon. My favorite is the Kobo Aura HD. Here's why:
I'm a heavy library user. At times, the book I want to borrow only comes in EPUB format, which the Kindle does not support. Kobo, and every other e-reader I'm aware of, does support EPUB. There's a work around for this but it's not exactly on the up and up, and requires using a laptop to run three programs to download, strip the DRM and convert formats before you can transfer it to your Kindle.
I don't like how Amazon (and their price) is pretty much it if I want to buy a book. Amazon usually has good prices, it's just the principle of it.
Amazon has way too much control over your books and account once you purchase them. Read this and this.
I hate managing my Kindle through Amazon; the interface is frustratingly slow. Returning library books through Amazon.com is very annoying (to be fair, using Adobe Digital Editions is only slightly better). For books I own, I use Calibre instead.
The Kobo Aura has 4GB of space, but you can expand up to 32GB with a micro SD card. The Paperwhite has 2GB of space and is not expandable. It can hold unlimited books in the cloud, but then you rely on Amazon to be able to access your books.
No way to add tags/shelves/collections on the Kindle. This is extremely frustrating so I use Calibre to tag my books instead; of course this requires me to open up my laptop and search in Calibre for my next read, but it works. I've read that the Kobo Aura HD supports shelves.
I'm not a Kindle or an Amazon hater but, for me, it's time to move on to a device that is less restrictive. The things Kindle has going for it is that it's ridiculously easy to use and you can purchase a device that uses 3G for free if you don't have good WiFi access.
Just some thoughts to ponder Whatever you decide, happy reading!
the above were many of the reasons we went 'nook' instead of kindle; especially the storage and ease of use (& how we wanted things accessed, etc). Both my wife and I have their e-ink readers which are easier on the eyes, have the soft glow at night, and the screens are much better outdoors/at the beach. We also have their 'HD tablets' which can be easy enough to read on if you tweak the screen settings; but we can load our own movies (as i have a program for converting my dvd's into files for tablet viewing) for traveling and not rely on streaming or storage limits. My tablet actually has the kindle app from google play, so for the occasional book i cant get from BN, my library, or a site like Smashwords, i can get from Amazon.
But i do know others who prefer the Amazon route for files/access, guess as long as one reads, how they get there is fine with me.
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