"/ here’s an interesting contradiction a YouTuber giving advice to aspiring writers and a glowing review of the Amazon Kindle ....lol a little paraphrasing 'the ink on the screen is amazing it's just like the ink on a page!' It saddens me so much that Britain has only one book shop chain left on the High Street and all the while Amazon e books spread the world like a virus. But I think it will come full circle and people will collect books again there's nothing like a bookshelf of old friends:)
@andschannll I'm not quite sure why you think it's contradictory of me to recommend the Kindle to aspiring writers. I love real books as much as anyone. I still buy books, but I use my Kindle mainly to collect those that are offered for free (last week I downloaded five books about the craft of writing while they were free for a limited time). To pretend that ebooks don't exist does writers more harm than good. The Kindle is a great addition to a paper library, not a total replacement.
Hi! I just ordered a kindle and it should be coming in about 5 days...I am taking it travling with me ( I am going to Portland, Oregon to go see a concert) would you recomend me to bring it? I will be in the car for a while and usually when I read in the car my eyes start to hurt...do you think that will happen with the kindle?
@RandomPeaceGirlRocks I don't find that the Kindle hurts my eyes at all. There's no backlight to strain your eyes like on a computer, so it shouldn't hurt your eyes any more than reading a paper book. Enjoy your trip!
@writeitsideways Thank you :) So what kind of books do you reccomend on your kindle and do you think that you read faster on the kindle vs. the hardback book?
@RandomPeaceGirlRocks To be honest, I haven't paid for any ebooks yet because I'm still working my way through all of the free ones! The classics are always good (and free). It's possible to read a little faster on the Kindle because you can increase the font, but I wouldn't say I read a whole lot faster on it.
@writeitsideways Oh cool :) I think I am going to start on the classics too just because they are such great books and better yet they are free :) Thank you so mcuh for sharing your information with me that is so nice! :) So I just have one more question...Is there like a kindle store where you download your books or to you get your books off of amazon?
@RandomPeaceGirlRocks Try searching for Amazon's "limited time offers" or search for classics by name to see if they're free on Amazon. If they're not free on Amazon, you can still get them from other places like Project Gutenberg or ManyBooks. Hope this helps!
if any of you are debating about the kindle just get it its freaking awesome. i got the k3 with wifi+ 3g only because i dont have wifi in my home c: i got mine last week and i just cant put it dwn. $139 wifi only or $189 wifi +3g
great review, though I'd love to see some close view of the screen, to see how text and letters look like from the point of view. still, a great review. repped.
my kindle3 3g does not have page numbers the only numbers it has don't make any sense to me like 1928-24 are the numbers i had when i started reading today could you please help
@number1airsoftsniper I don't know why the numbers are like that, but it's the same on mine. I think it's because the pages that show up on your Kindle aren't a whole page of the book, so the page numbers need to be broken down in to 3 or 4 parts.
@number1airsoftsniper See if you have the latest software version Googling kindle+software+updates. Some books are supported to display pages, even those not bought, but some not. If don't, what you see are "locations", each one corresponding to 128kb of text; not human-friendly, but easily localizable by anyone, using any font size.
@natasc The battery probably lasts me at least a month. It takes several hours to recharge, but once done it's really good. Even better if you turn off the WiFi connection when you don't need it.
@BranmasterG Sorry, not sure what you mean. This is the third model (Kindle 3), Wi-Fi only. Special offers like limited time offers from Amazon are available for all Kindle models, though.
I've been reading reviews and trying out the kindle on my windows phone... on the windows phone I can actually flip back and forth really very quickly... but there is a major ---cons--- I need a larger screen.... and my windows phone doesn't play the audio version when I need it.... also... there is backlight... I'm sure I will need glasses eventually.... maybe. Anyway, thank you for the great review...
@ripjohnnyc Uh, hopefully not! The prongs are on the case, not on the Kindle, so if you did break the prongs, at least the Kindle itself would be fine.
@9322002898 I think there is some way to convert files from other eReaders to a file that will work on Kindle, but I'm not sure about the particulars.
@9322002898 Check out a program called Calibre run with a plugin called DeDRM. Note: I only suggest using this if you already bought the book but it doesn't work with your Kindle because of the DRM.
@9322002898 Piracy is baddddd. With that said, if you already own -or have in your possession- ebooks of various formats there's a free program called calibre that lets you manage your ebooks (and covert them to various formats) that works like a charm. I used it to make my kindle purchases accessible on the ibooks app and vice-versa.
This is the most helpufl review I've seen so far! It's simple, descriptive and affirms the solid reasons for getting a Kindle 3. Very reassuring since I just bought a Kindle 3 which has yet to come in the mail! : )
You need a booklight for the Kindle. I find the screen quite dark and if you're in a dim room it seems even darker. A book light is a must I'd say.
Tuberinio1949 3 months ago
"/ here’s an interesting contradiction a YouTuber giving advice to aspiring writers and a glowing review of the Amazon Kindle ....lol a little paraphrasing 'the ink on the screen is amazing it's just like the ink on a page!' It saddens me so much that Britain has only one book shop chain left on the High Street and all the while Amazon e books spread the world like a virus. But I think it will come full circle and people will collect books again there's nothing like a bookshelf of old friends:)
andschannll 3 months ago
@andschannll I'm not quite sure why you think it's contradictory of me to recommend the Kindle to aspiring writers. I love real books as much as anyone. I still buy books, but I use my Kindle mainly to collect those that are offered for free (last week I downloaded five books about the craft of writing while they were free for a limited time). To pretend that ebooks don't exist does writers more harm than good. The Kindle is a great addition to a paper library, not a total replacement.
writeitsideways 3 months ago
I`ve just read Daisychains of silence on kindle by Catherine MacLoed,I think it`s very good, would like to know what you think.
J.
colliecover 4 months ago
@colliecover Haven't read that one, so I can't comment :)
writeitsideways 3 months ago
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rolfen 4 months ago
Hi! I just ordered a kindle and it should be coming in about 5 days...I am taking it travling with me ( I am going to Portland, Oregon to go see a concert) would you recomend me to bring it? I will be in the car for a while and usually when I read in the car my eyes start to hurt...do you think that will happen with the kindle?
RandomPeaceGirlRocks 5 months ago
@RandomPeaceGirlRocks I don't find that the Kindle hurts my eyes at all. There's no backlight to strain your eyes like on a computer, so it shouldn't hurt your eyes any more than reading a paper book. Enjoy your trip!
writeitsideways 5 months ago
@writeitsideways Thank you :) So what kind of books do you reccomend on your kindle and do you think that you read faster on the kindle vs. the hardback book?
RandomPeaceGirlRocks 5 months ago
@RandomPeaceGirlRocks To be honest, I haven't paid for any ebooks yet because I'm still working my way through all of the free ones! The classics are always good (and free). It's possible to read a little faster on the Kindle because you can increase the font, but I wouldn't say I read a whole lot faster on it.
writeitsideways 5 months ago
@writeitsideways Oh cool :) I think I am going to start on the classics too just because they are such great books and better yet they are free :) Thank you so mcuh for sharing your information with me that is so nice! :) So I just have one more question...Is there like a kindle store where you download your books or to you get your books off of amazon?
RandomPeaceGirlRocks 5 months ago
@RandomPeaceGirlRocks Try searching for Amazon's "limited time offers" or search for classics by name to see if they're free on Amazon. If they're not free on Amazon, you can still get them from other places like Project Gutenberg or ManyBooks. Hope this helps!
writeitsideways 5 months ago
if any of you are debating about the kindle just get it its freaking awesome. i got the k3 with wifi+ 3g only because i dont have wifi in my home c: i got mine last week and i just cant put it dwn. $139 wifi only or $189 wifi +3g
monsterboy1985 5 months ago
great review, though I'd love to see some close view of the screen, to see how text and letters look like from the point of view. still, a great review. repped.
mikiimai 5 months ago
Good review. You are very beautiful!.
Kalapasuca 5 months ago in playlist More videos from writeitsideways
very nice review thank you!
bcx16 6 months ago
@writeitsideways thanks for all your help, I can't wait to buy my own
jubjub974 6 months ago
How are pdf files uploaded? Is there some kind of usb port for your computer?
jubjub974 6 months ago
@jubjub974 Yes, you just plug the Kindle into your computer with a cable that's provided with it, then transfer the files across.
writeitsideways 6 months ago
my kindle3 3g does not have page numbers the only numbers it has don't make any sense to me like 1928-24 are the numbers i had when i started reading today could you please help
number1airsoftsniper 6 months ago
@number1airsoftsniper I don't know why the numbers are like that, but it's the same on mine. I think it's because the pages that show up on your Kindle aren't a whole page of the book, so the page numbers need to be broken down in to 3 or 4 parts.
writeitsideways 6 months ago
@number1airsoftsniper See if you have the latest software version Googling kindle+software+updates. Some books are supported to display pages, even those not bought, but some not. If don't, what you see are "locations", each one corresponding to 128kb of text; not human-friendly, but easily localizable by anyone, using any font size.
underbridged 6 months ago
How is the battery?
Does it last long?
Is it fast to recharge?
natasc 6 months ago
@natasc The battery probably lasts me at least a month. It takes several hours to recharge, but once done it's really good. Even better if you turn off the WiFi connection when you don't need it.
writeitsideways 6 months ago
@writeitsideways Thanks! That's really exceptional time for a battery! Good because I do read a lot! =]
natasc 6 months ago
was there a wifi one without the special offers? I have the wifi one with special offers, same one as you. Is it the third model?
BranmasterG 7 months ago
@BranmasterG Sorry, not sure what you mean. This is the third model (Kindle 3), Wi-Fi only. Special offers like limited time offers from Amazon are available for all Kindle models, though.
writeitsideways 7 months ago
I've been reading reviews and trying out the kindle on my windows phone... on the windows phone I can actually flip back and forth really very quickly... but there is a major ---cons--- I need a larger screen.... and my windows phone doesn't play the audio version when I need it.... also... there is backlight... I'm sure I will need glasses eventually.... maybe. Anyway, thank you for the great review...
ChefRomeo1 7 months ago
I love your voice and style. you have to become a TV host.Good luck with more reviews.
samansepehr 7 months ago
@samansepehr TV host? I'll have to remember that one! Thanks :)
writeitsideways 7 months ago 2
I have it! The cover too.
aortizc82 7 months ago
Great review!
jesus77755 7 months ago
Lol I love the light on the hardcover leather case as well! And the battery life.
hajimesaito14 8 months ago
I want to see a review comparing this to the new nook (same improved contrast e-ink and 2 month battery life.
From my own research, the nook has a smaller and thinner footprint and a touch screen. Also, it can open "epub" public library books.
The Kindle's biggest turn on I think is that it can browse the web...the nook cannot.
datrumpet5 8 months ago
@smurfalongwithme Ha ha, thank you :) I'll have to do some more review soon, but I hate being on camera!
writeitsideways 8 months ago
I WANT THIS :(
cUdDlEsxixPrEtEnDeR 8 months ago
yess.. good presentation, great explanation. I think this product is my next ebook reader.
jettero75 10 months ago
if you drop it, won't the kindle prongs that hole the case to it just break lol
ripjohnnyc 10 months ago
@ripjohnnyc Uh, hopefully not! The prongs are on the case, not on the Kindle, so if you did break the prongs, at least the Kindle itself would be fine.
writeitsideways 10 months ago
@writeitsideways your right, still a broken 60$ case lol
ripjohnnyc 10 months ago
is it possible to turn multiple pages rather than click, Menu, Go to, etc?
JackBauer83 1 year ago
@JackBauer83 I don't think so. As far as I know, the Go To option is all you have.
writeitsideways 1 year ago
does kindle allow piracy?? i mean can i download books for free from othersites and then put it on kindle to read it... ??
thanks..!!
9322002898 1 year ago
@9322002898 I think there is some way to convert files from other eReaders to a file that will work on Kindle, but I'm not sure about the particulars.
writeitsideways 1 year ago
@9322002898 Check out a program called Calibre run with a plugin called DeDRM. Note: I only suggest using this if you already bought the book but it doesn't work with your Kindle because of the DRM.
scho4him 11 months ago
@9322002898 Piracy is baddddd. With that said, if you already own -or have in your possession- ebooks of various formats there's a free program called calibre that lets you manage your ebooks (and covert them to various formats) that works like a charm. I used it to make my kindle purchases accessible on the ibooks app and vice-versa.
karausu 11 months ago
@9322002898 If you use PDF-Files, it does.
Steinpilzoptiker 10 months ago
I am getting a kindle tomorow. ur video helped thanks!
jazzyman159 1 year ago
Good easy going review. Thanks.
franceengland 1 year ago
This is the most helpufl review I've seen so far! It's simple, descriptive and affirms the solid reasons for getting a Kindle 3. Very reassuring since I just bought a Kindle 3 which has yet to come in the mail! : )
Garceau57 1 year ago 2
Great review!
valypan 1 year ago
great video!!
heartquaked 1 year ago
great review!
brandonworldwide 1 year ago