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| Kindle: Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device | 
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| Brand: Amazon
Category: Amazon Devices
Buy New: $359.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  3813 reviews
Sales Rank: 1
Color: Bisque
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.7
UPC: 892685001003
EAN: 0892685001003
ASIN: B000FI73MA
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Customer Reviews:
 The Kindle Allows Me to Read Again! July 25, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I've been an avid customer of Amazon's for years now. I recently purchased the Kindle and the only question I have is why did I wait so long?
Over the last few years my vision has deteriorated some. The term I've seen used is Low Vision. My problems impacted my ability to read. As time has gone on I've found myself reading less and less. Until I got the Kindle.
The Kindle's ability to turn any book into a large type edition is just what I needed to begin reading again. The electronic paper technology and lack of backlighing have allowed me to read with less eye strain.
To be honest, I didn't research the different types of readers. I assume they all have a similar capability. I did research the Kindle and based on the large number of favorable reviews, and my past experience with Amazon, I went for the Kindle. I'm glad I did.
Most of the reviews here will give you the advantages of the device. I'll just say I agree with them.
The biggest negative I've seen so far is the selection of books available. Don't get me wrong - there are plenty of them. It's just that a number of my favorite author's books don't have a Kindle version - yet. In the same vein, I'd like to see the Kindle support more eBook formats.
Another negative I've experienced are the buttons. They're huge, which is generally a good thing, but they are so big that I find myself regularly turning a page when I grip the book. It's not that big a deal, and I'm learning how to handle the Kindle, but they should have left some space on the sides where I could grip it.
The negative about the delay in changing from page to page is a non issue. I don't even notice it anymore.
The Kindle is a wonderful piece of technology, very well designed and very usable. I REALLY like it and recommend it to all especially others who suffer from vision problems where the large text and ease of viewing make this device a Godsend to me.
Kindle review July 25, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I have wanted this product since first reading about it. When the price went down a smidge, I decided to order it. I LOVE it.
It is easy to use and I love the instant downloading of books.
I plan to take it on vacation next week. SOOOO much easier than toting LOTS of books on a flight.
Don't hesitate to buy this July 25, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I looked at the Kindle previously but because it was back ordered at the time, I was debating on whether or not to purchase it. One day bored, and having an itch to purchase something, I happened to go on Amazon, see the device and decided to buy it. I am so glad that I did. I and typically not one who likes to read nor do I have a lot of time to devote to reading but it was always something that I want to get into. That Kindle definitely made it happen. I love electronics so by reading on the Kindle I am satisfying all my desires. It is extremely easy to use, very receptive to the touch and I honestly don't see why many people have complained about he next page bar being too sensitive. I actually think it's perfect. Searching the store is easy, making notes, highlighting is also easy. The only downsides are 1) The price and 2) it does not have a backlight therefore if you're trying to read in the dark you need to have some kind of reading light.
 Can be made a lot better July 25, 2008
1 out of 13 found this review helpful
It is a good product however it can be made a lot better:
- Can have more titles to choose from. I was very disappointed by the selection. Amazon can take feedback from from current users and obtain the kindle version of the titles which have the highest demand. It does not make sense if you have a great device and no good books to read. It is something like buying a great LCD TV and having no good programs to watch on it.
- As with any new device/format, the customers will be a lot happy if they can get at least their first kindle book for free. I was really disappointed when I came to know that I had to spend 15$ more after spending about 390$ for reading my first book on kindle. However looking at the number of Kindle sales Amazon is making, Amazon may not be interested in such a promotion
- Would like a feature which would enable me to read in the dark without straining my eyes.
Take it to the bookstore July 25, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
One of my favorite things to do with it is to take it to a brick and mortar bookstores. Using the kindle store, it is difficult to browse for "accidental" finds. In the bookstore however, you can look at all of the "real" books and then search for the interesting ones in the kindle store and download the sample chapter. Although many titles aren't kindled yet (is that an appropriate use of that word?), you can just sit in their comfy chairs and consider the ones that are there. The best thing is that you can keep browsing when you get back home and purchase what you want at a better price. I keep waiting for the bookstore employees to give me dirty looks or something, but no one's said anything to me yet.
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