Does anyone on Fluther own the new Kindle 2 or know someone who does and if so, could you give me your opinions on it?

Does anyone on Fluther own the new Kindle 2 or know someone who does and if so, could you give me your opinions on it?
by

1 Answer

Answer :

I don’t own one, but I’ve held one… The screen is very clear. I mean it. Very clear. It felt weird to me, holding it in my hand. I’m used to holding books differently than I would something that rigid. That said, it wasn’t uncomfortable. Didn’t play with the UI too terribly much. What I did see didn’t look bad, though. Bottom line, if you like what you’ve seen so far, then you’ll probably like the Kindle 2. I do feel obliged to say, however, that you have to buy books from amazon. Take that for what you will…
by

Related questions

Any opinions about the Kindle Keyboard?

Description : Any opinions about the Kindle Keyboard?

Last Answer : You can also have a kindle that isn’t touch screen and that doesn’t have a keyboard – perhaps that would be the ideal solution? See it here.

Could you, would you get used to a Kindle?

Description : Could you, would you get used to a Kindle?

Last Answer : I have not got one and I don’t think I could to be honest. Giving up my enjoyment of the quiddity of books is something I’m not ready for and I don’t think anyone should be. A world without the paper book…quite frankly scares me a little :-/

Should I order the new Kindle Fire?

Description : Should I order the new Kindle Fire?

Last Answer : Here’s an article from the NY Times about it. I have an iPad that I love so I am not considering it.

How do you search for books on the new Kindle?

Description : How do you search for books on the new Kindle?

Last Answer : answer:You use the “Virtual, on-screen keyboard” you can see in the third photo down on the right hand-side (in the Deatailed Features Section). I can tell you I have one model behind this one & rarely use my keyboard. It’s a waste of a feature for me.

If a book is in my library on the Kindle app, does that mean it is downloaded (Read details)?

Description : If a book is in my library on the Kindle app, does that mean it is downloaded (Read details)?

Last Answer : Yes, I believe so. It works for me. I use an actual Kindle, not an app on a tablet, and once a book is downloaded, I can read it anywhere.

Should I upgrade to a newer Kindle?

Description : Should I upgrade to a newer Kindle?

Last Answer : answer:As a Nook first-generation user I can't advise you directly, but I can share some experience that may help you to decide. When I first got my Nook I could read on it for weeks, it seemed, before ... in your decision. I haven't replaced my Nook yet, but I'm sure that I will sometime this year.

Which tablet should I buy? Fire, iPad, Kindle?

Description : Which tablet should I buy? Fire, iPad, Kindle?

Last Answer : answer:Kindles are the ones which best simulate reading a book. But I'm referring to the b&w Kindles which are dedicated E-Readers. This is because the lighting which they use is less tiring to the eyes ... highly rated by practically all and at the top of the Best Of .. lists published each year.

Is my kindle beyond repair?

Description : Is my kindle beyond repair?

Last Answer : There’s on on yugster.com today only for $55.

I'd like to buy a small, portable device that I can use to access the internet via wireless. Would you recommend an ipod touch, Kindle touch, or something else?

Description : I'd like to buy a small, portable device that I can use to access the internet via wireless. Would you recommend an ipod touch, Kindle touch, or something else?

Last Answer : Not sure what your price point is and what Apps you need to run but I have a Kindle Fire and it serves the purpose you describe and for $199 is a good solution. Of course you can go for the IPad if ... to do the IPad can run around $500 give or take $100 based on how much memory you want or need.

The Nook or Kindle?

Description : The Nook or Kindle?

Last Answer : My vote is for the Kindle or iPhone [has Kindle app], based on the size of the library alone.

Do you think it's worth buying a lot of Kindle books before the prices go up?

Description : Do you think it's worth buying a lot of Kindle books before the prices go up?

Last Answer : No, my bet is that the prices won’t stay up. I think publishers are dreaming of their glory days, but aren’t going to see them again till we start educating a larger percentage of our population well enough that they can read at an adult comprehension level.

What do you think of the Amazon Kindle?

Description : What do you think of the Amazon Kindle?

Last Answer : lame.

Anyone own or have used the Amazon Kindle?

Description : Anyone own or have used the Amazon Kindle?

Last Answer : answer:I have one and I absolutely love it. I do miss the tactile experience of books from time to time, but I no longer carry paper books when I'm travelling. It's harder to thumb through and find ... ), but for reading to pass time and immerse yourself in the world of a book it's pretty great.

Kindle Fire questions - do you own one?

Description : Kindle Fire questions - do you own one?

Last Answer : I purchased my first Fire in 2012. Maybe I've just become immune but I don't even notice their sales stuff. I don't remember how it was on the 7 as far as their ads went; but you might want ... pay attention to what they're offering & just automatically swipe up & then go on with what I want to do.

Is there a way to sort my Kindle purchases by my own reviews?

Description : Is there a way to sort my Kindle purchases by my own reviews?

Last Answer : I know I sort mine by author name, as I read a number of books at a time. (Don't ask exactly how many it is appalling!) I'm just not sure if you could sort by your own ratings. Incidentally, I ... s Desk, so check them out if you want to. I try not to spend too much money on Kindle books either.

If you own a Kindle, where is the "clip" on the inside cover that attaches to the device?`?

Description : If you own a Kindle, where is the "clip" on the inside cover that attaches to the device?`?

Last Answer : If you are talking about a sleeve that you bought, to put the kindle in, I assume the clips are on the inside of the jacket, along the spine, like most models.

What is the best shot into publishing my own book? Kindle or traditional paper with a company?

Description : What is the best shot into publishing my own book? Kindle or traditional paper with a company?

Last Answer : As common as books are, one might think that publishing a book is going to be an easy ride. But am afraid it takes more than just writing to make that dream a reality. Most beginners ... of copies distributed all over upon the first publication which o think is a good step for creating awareness.

I hate touchscreens: and other old-fogy-retro opinions, aversions, and prejudices. What's yours?

Description : I hate touchscreens: and other old-fogy-retro opinions, aversions, and prejudices. What's yours?

Last Answer : Assembly required snap together furniture of any kind. Cheapnis junk! Yuck!

What are your opinions about these 2 Questions related to heating and cooling?

Description : What are your opinions about these 2 Questions related to heating and cooling?

Last Answer : answer:As far as the politicians go, they are reptiles and require heat to survive. If refrigeration didn’t exist or cost 10x more, we’d all still be hanging out on front porches as our not-so distant ancestors did.

Do you have any opinions or information about the Ford Fusion Hybrid?

Description : Do you have any opinions or information about the Ford Fusion Hybrid?

Last Answer : Ye of little faith in American cars. There's actually nothing wrong with most of them. I know little to nothing about the Ford Fusion Hybrid, but what I do know sounds positive. If you can afford ... or something to that effect. You can likely rest assured that the battery will not be an issue.

Can someone explain to me how the Amazon Prime Kindle lending library works?

Description : Can someone explain to me how the Amazon Prime Kindle lending library works?

Last Answer : I use it all the time. Here is how it works.

If you have an e-reader or kindle, can you give me the pros and cons over just reading a book?

Description : If you have an e-reader or kindle, can you give me the pros and cons over just reading a book?

Last Answer : I have a nook, and I love it. The features that are common to both nook and kindle (I'm pretty sure) that I like: Adjustable font size. At night when I'm tired, the ability to have a ... sites where you can get good titles very inexpensively, like Bookbub.com. It's just easier all around for me.

Why ask an opinion question when you aren't interested in opinions that differ from your own?

Description : Why ask an opinion question when you aren't interested in opinions that differ from your own?

Last Answer : answer:People are multitasking and cannot devote the attention to detail the OP might prefer. Guilty as charged. Or they are suddenly distracted by a dog that has to be let outside, S/O or child is ... . This is social forum and all sorts will chime in for better or for worse. Overall no biggie.

Do you think people should be entitled to their own opinions?

Description : Do you think people should be entitled to their own opinions?

Last Answer : I think everyone should be entitled to their own opinion, yes, but people ARE NOT entitled to be rude. There’s a right way & a wrong way to say something. Like the old saying goes, it’s not WHAT you say, but HOW you say it.

What should a Captain do before making a non-urgent decision? a. Put his own view forward and then ask for the opinions of other members of the crew b. Consider all implications c. Encourage ideas from the crew before stating his own opinion d. Monitor his motor programme (flying)

Description : What should a Captain do before making a non-urgent decision? a. Put his own view forward and then ask for the opinions of other members of the crew b. Consider all implications c. Encourage ideas from the crew before stating his own opinion d. Monitor his motor programme (flying)

Last Answer : c. Encourage ideas from the crew before stating his own opinion

Can you please give me your opinions on choosing a new cable/phone/internet plan?

Description : Can you please give me your opinions on choosing a new cable/phone/internet plan?

Last Answer : Another option is internet and phone, $87.95 for internet, $44.95 for phone.

I have a Kindle Fire. Not too long ago, when I tapped the bookmark icon at the upper right, it would show all my bookmarks for that book. I could go to the bookmark of my choice. There was also the option to add or remove a bookmark?

Description : I have a Kindle Fire. Not too long ago, when I tapped the bookmark icon at the upper right, it would show all my bookmarks for that book. I could go to the bookmark of my choice. There was also the option to add or remove a bookmark?

Last Answer : Now when I tap that icon, all it will do is add or remove a bookmark at that location. I am not sure how I am supposed to go to a bookmark in another part of the book.Was there some kind of update? Does anyone else have that problem? Thanks.

Can anyone direct me to a kindle publication that is truly beautiful?

Description : Can anyone direct me to a kindle publication that is truly beautiful?

Last Answer : I find some of the iPad publications truly beautiful but haven’t seen much of anything attractive on the black and white Kindle. Don’t know how specifically Kindle-esque you are looking for.

Can people give me their opinions on this video?

Description : Can people give me their opinions on this video?

Last Answer : Cute but routine

Would you please give me your opinions and suggestions for this letter of complaint I've composed?

Description : Would you please give me your opinions and suggestions for this letter of complaint I've composed?

Last Answer : I'd shorten it up a bit. I'm writing in reference to a situation that occurred while volunteering at the Mercantile this year. I volunteered to work at the Mercantile last year. My ... this station under such circumstances. I am very interested in hearing your thoughts on this. Sincerely, Dutchess

Can I print my notes and highlighted passages from Kindle for PC? And if so, how?

Description : Can I print my notes and highlighted passages from Kindle for PC? And if so, how?

Last Answer : At the very least, you can hit ‘print screen’ while looking at the notes, paste it to Paint or some other program, and print that.

Why does the kindle 2 cost so much?

Description : Why does the kindle 2 cost so much?

Last Answer : Compared to what? I know that you can buy a netbook for a similar price, with far more functionality and not much more size.

Anyone have a Kindle?

Description : Anyone have a Kindle?

Last Answer : I think I would choose the Sony Reader over the Kindle, because you can put any PDF on it. It's a much more open format, and you're not bound to Amazon's (lackluster) online selection. Wired has a ... would be None of the above : these things are going to be much nicer and much cheaper next year.

If I replace my 5-year-old Kindle with a new one, how do I get all my books onto the new device?

Description : If I replace my 5-year-old Kindle with a new one, how do I get all my books onto the new device?

Last Answer : Should all remain on your cloud account for Kindle.

What free books should I download to my new Kindle?

Description : What free books should I download to my new Kindle?

Last Answer : 5 people you meet in Heaven by Mitch Abolm – Mind Blowing

What is the most ironic first book to put on my new kindle?

Description : What is the most ironic first book to put on my new kindle?

Last Answer : A biography on Gutenberg? Plus The Gutenberg Elegies: The Fate of Reading in an Electronic Age.

What do you think about the new Kindle Fire tablet ?

Description : What do you think about the new Kindle Fire tablet ?

Last Answer : answer:There a was a short discussion of the Kindle Fire on this thread three weeks ago. It's just hard to say. You can't really beat the price, but you are really tied in to Amazon products it seems. ... years ago and it cost me enough that it will be my device for quite some time to come. :-)

Everything old is new again? I'm listening to my old albums on the turntable, reading old books and shunning the kindle, laptop and mp3,4,5,6,7, - are you?

Description : Everything old is new again? I'm listening to my old albums on the turntable, reading old books and shunning the kindle, laptop and mp3,4,5,6,7, - are you?

Last Answer : I so get what you mean.

Books I bought for my iPhone Kindle app - are they downloadable to my new Kindle?

Description : Books I bought for my iPhone Kindle app - are they downloadable to my new Kindle?

Last Answer : Welcome to fluther. :-) P.s. I don’t know. Never seen a kindle. I’m sure they’re great though.

How do I purchase an eBook for my new Kindle?

Description : How do I purchase an eBook for my new Kindle?

Last Answer : Well, in order to purchase an eBook you would need to log onto amazon and then go and look for books. You can buy books and get free books. You can download straight to your device from your computer or do all this on the kindle.

Fluther app?

Description : Fluther app?

Last Answer : There used to be one, but it wasn’t very good (we didn’t make it). You’ll have better luck using the mobile site, which is http://i.fluther.com.

With the death of Steve Jobs, can you Fluther techies tell us the future of Apple?

Description : With the death of Steve Jobs, can you Fluther techies tell us the future of Apple?

Last Answer : Probably not much. He resigned as Apple CEO this past August, and his role had become more and more nominal than actual over the past few years due to health reasons.

How does fluther work?

Description : How does fluther work?

Last Answer : answer:1) Because its not really a company anymore. 2) It's run by absolutely no one. (unless you count the mods) lol 3) There are no ads 4) Most questions are answered within 5-10 ... likely to make friends and contribute to meaningful discussions than simply get an answer Welcome to Fluther. :)

I'm shopping for a handheld video camera. What does fluther recommend?

Description : I'm shopping for a handheld video camera. What does fluther recommend?

Last Answer : I’m wondering why you don’t just get a high end point and shoot, because then you’d be able to take photos and video….

Have you heard of the new proposed work hours rules for medical residents? If so, any opinions?

Description : Have you heard of the new proposed work hours rules for medical residents? If so, any opinions?

Last Answer : answer:I think a doctor severely deprived of sleep is scary. So, my gut reaction is the change would be a good thing. Although, some of the arguments given in favor of keeping the long hours ... science have always interested me. I hope some doctors answer your question, so we can see their opinion.

Can you help me with my Kindle?

Description : Can you help me with my Kindle?

Last Answer : answer:Which Kindle – regular or Fire? Fire, yes, regular, no. I don’t know exactly how the controls work on the newer Kindles, but on mine, it’s menu> go to> and then either Table of Contents (and choose a chapter from there) or location (and just sort of guess how far in you want to go).

Has anyone on Fluther received a call from your own phone number recently?

Description : Has anyone on Fluther received a call from your own phone number recently?

Last Answer : Report it to authorities. Don’t leave it up to your phone company to do that. I have not had that happen, but I’m glad for the heads up. Thankyou. I have had lots of spam callers, but not presenting my own phone number.

Could you provide some advice, suggestions, opinions with this project I've taken on?

Description : Could you provide some advice, suggestions, opinions with this project I've taken on?

Last Answer : Fun project! I would crop #2 to the left. Keeping the counter and lights. I'm guessing you want to have the booth to the right to compare with the original booth. But it looks like they moved it. So ... and in color. Then put the old image on top. Square and in black and white. Keep us updated!

Could I get some opinions on my logo design?

Description : Could I get some opinions on my logo design?

Last Answer : Make the white “A” the “A” in “above”

Hey guys, could you share your opinions about working in a building company What should I pay attention to Common pitfalls Thanks in advance!?

Description : Hey guys, could you share your opinions about working in a building company What should I pay attention to Common pitfalls Thanks in advance!?

Last Answer : Answers is the place to go to get the answers you need and to ask the questions you want