So… for those out there still interested in a single function mono-chrome device to read your eBook files with. Um, Amazon basically have updated the same old thing for you to buy at about the same price as one of those really cool Android smartphones that does way way way more.
He’s a one trick pony
One trick is all that horse can do
He does one trick only
It’s the principal source of his revenue
And when he steps into the spotlight
You can feel the heat of his heart
Come rising through
Paul Simon ~ One Trick Pony
$139 WiFi only version and $189 3G version (utilizing AT&T’s network)
Tags: Kindle
Cate Rowan wrote,
Except that those really cool Android smartphones cost around $80/month to work. Which means they cost approximately $80 x 12 months = $480 more per year to do those way way way more things. Is that extra amount worth it? For some folks.
Personally, I’m delighted to pay $50 (which is the difference between the $139 WiFi and $189 3G+WiFi Kindle models) for lifetime Internet access with no monthly fees. And I’ll take the Kindle 3G for reading books, thankyouverymuch. I want a product that does something I love and does it very, very well. Bonus, the K3 will allow me to read my books in sunlight, unlike the iPad. Nor will I have to deal with the iPad’s weight, or overheating. (http://bit.ly/9cTK2V) :-) To each his/her own!
Link | July 29th, 2010 at 2:41 pm
TeddyPig wrote,
So what? Most consumers have a cell phone contract and most consumers want a multi-function data device like a smartphone.
I also would point out even most companies like the one I work for will buy you smartphone. So you can be “really frugal” and have your job pay for one.
Unfortunately that is not going to happen with a one trick pony like a stupid Kindle.
I have an iPad and the dang thing has never even gotten warm on me.
I take all the crap about iPhone attenuation and iPad over heating for what it is. Stupid people who do not understand what they are buying or trying to make a buck off a even more stupid lawsuit.
Link | July 29th, 2010 at 4:42 pm
TeddyPig wrote,
http://www.apple.com/batteries/ipad.html
iPad Temperate Zone. Your iPad is designed to work in conditions ranging from 32° to 95° F. That’s 0° to 35° C for the metrically inclined. But keeping your iPad as near room temperature as possible (72° F or 22° C) is ideal.
Link | July 29th, 2010 at 5:09 pm
Cate Rowan wrote,
Sadly, I don’t have the option of a company-paid smartphone. I’m happy for those who do, though.
My point is that when I read–one of my favorite activities–I want the best. For me, that’s a Kindle. No squinting, no backlighting, happy eyes. I’ve been a blissfully satisfied Kindle owner for more than two years. Since reading is my priority, I don’t want a device that makes compromises in order to do many things. For other folks, reading is only one of many fun things they want from their device–in which case the Kindle won’t make ‘em happy. More power to them and their smartphones/iPads! My Kindle and I will be off reveling in another ebook. :-)
Link | July 29th, 2010 at 6:26 pm
TeddyPig wrote,
Well unlike most folks I in no way would want to HAVE TO type anything on my iPad but you see so many people have things like that as a priority.
I squint reading everything and eInk was not anything I thought was better so Kindles so far do not make up for bad eye problems either. I hope the new screen they have has better contrast.
Link | July 29th, 2010 at 8:13 pm
Cate Rowan wrote,
Yeah, I get that. I wouldn’t want to type on a touchscreen, either. I like the tactile feedback from my keys, I suspect, and I wouldn’t want to be smearing up my pretty screen all the time.
That said, I *am* nuts about the Mac OS. I even hacked an HP Netbook 311 to run the beloved Snow Leopard. I love my HackBook. :-) And it’s more practical for my needs, which include lots of typing.
I believe the K3 is supposed to have significantly better contrast. Personally, I haven’t had an issue with contrast on my K2 (or the K1 before it), but I know it’s high on the want list for a lot of folks and is probably never a bad thing to improve. We shall see whether Amazon did it right!
Link | July 29th, 2010 at 10:12 pm