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I think any of them will do that Mimi, which might be why you feel confused. The wifi on the Kindle I know is through AT&T so if you don't have service for them in your area then it's pointless to get one with the wifi.
My mom got a Kindle so I'm really tempted to get a Kindle just because then we could share 
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My main reason for getting an e-reader is for OOP books.
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The places for OOP books are
Gutenberg
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Some books may not be in epub format go to epub bud select convert ebooks you can upload documents to epub from nearly any format.
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JodieLyn wrote:
I think any of them will do that Mimi, which might be why you feel confused. The wifi on the Kindle I know is through AT&T so if you don't have service for them in your area then it's pointless to get one with the wifi.
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I think you mean the 3G network is through AT&T. Wifi just means going through your own home network, or at a place that has free Wifi, like Starbucks, MacDonalds etc.
3G, if I understand it correctly, is like satellite internet, available any place, like riding on the bus, etc but as you say, if AT&T doesn't service in your area, no good.
As far as Borders' bankruptcy, the Kobo can read regular epub files (and I think pdf but I don't have one) - I buy a lot of my books (well, the ones I buy, I use the library more) from Kobo, which is a Canadian company and only used Borders for its e-books originally. Kobobooks.com usually has the best prices on books and they often have sale coupons by email.
As for audiobooks, several of the readers play mp3 files. AFAIK, only the Kindle will play Audible format. BUT, audiobooks take up much more MB of space than epubs or other e-books. And I don't think any of the readers have bookmarking capability for the audiobooks. I love audiobooks as well, but carrying my reader when i want to listen - it's like carrying an old Walkman. I use a Sansa Clip for audiobooks; it's tiny (about 1x2 inches), holds lots of books, and will keep track of where you stop even if you skip around to different books or podcasts. Yes, two gadgets, but for me much better.
I'm going on a 23 hour train ride this weekend to visit relatives. My e-reader is loaded with books and my Sansa is loaded with audiobooks. 
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I think you mean the 3G network is through AT&T. Wifi just means going through your own home network, or at a place that has free Wifi, like Starbucks, MacDonalds etc.
3G, if I understand it correctly, is like satellite internet, available any place, like riding on the bus, etc but as you say, if AT&T doesn't service in your area, no good.
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umm yeah that's what I mean 
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I'm leaning towards Nook Color -- my brother has one and I got to use it, *love* it for portability (I still prefer real books, but for traveling it would be awesome).
The only thing is I'm still torn between that and Kindle b/c Kindle has the wi-fi.
And then I think, should I just save up more for an iPad???
sigh. decisions, decisions... though i really don't have to pick one for a while, my brother said to wait until the next generation of Kindle.
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stefoodie wrote:
I'm leaning towards Nook Color -- my brother has one and I got to use it, *love* it for portability (I still prefer real books, but for traveling it would be awesome).
The only thing is I'm still torn between that and Kindle b/c Kindle has the wi-fi.
And then I think, should I just save up more for an iPad???
sigh. decisions, decisions... though i really don't have to pick one for a while, my brother said to wait until the next generation of Kindle. |
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I had to quote you Stef because that is my EXACT thought process. My daughter has saved the money for a Nook Color (I thought it had wi-fi????) but I keep thinking what if I just give her my itouch and take that money ($300) and put it towards and ipad (we would get the 3G one)
AUGH!!!!!!! I NEED TO MAKE A DECISION!!!!!!! Money is so tight around here that a nook where I can download from the library would be sooo great. Then I think the ipad would be great too but I would need to invest further for apps and such !!!! AUGH!!!!!
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While I have enviously looked at the iPad and other tablets, if your primary desire is for an e-reader, I think you'll be happier with a dedicated reader. Reading on a tablet is just like reading on a computer screen - it's backlit and after awhile, it bothers most people's eyes. Reading on an e-ink device such as Kobo, Sony or Kindle is different; there is no backlight and it's just like reading paper.
If you have an iPod Touch already, have you used the Kindle or Nook reading apps on it? Lots of people read on them, but again, it's just like the computer screen. If that doesn't bother you that's great.
The other reason I'd lean towards a dedicated reader is size/weight. I forget the specs by my sony feels just like a large paperback book; the tablets are much heavier, not something I'd feel like tossing in my purse all the time, or holding for long periods of time either.
But they do seem cool for all the extra things they'll do; I'll grant that!
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If you are thinking of an ipad, Apple is supposedly going to release a new version this fall with screen resolution that is "incredible" (quoting dh on that ).
He said the resolution they are talking about is better than the most advanced desk top monitors. He is curious to see how they will look. Might be worth waiting for
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Didn't I see somewhere that there's a free converter for the Kindle so that you can use the free library downloads and such with them?
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Calibre is free software that will convert all the various formats. However, it does not work on DRM-protected files, as library files are. At the moment I don't think there is any way to get library epubs or pdfs onto a Kindle if they have DRM, which most do. But Amazon announced that by Christmas the Kindle will be able to read the library e-book files through Overdrive.
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correct me if i'm wrong, Mimi -- i thought the Nook can do wi-fi but only if there's service available, vs. the Kindle that has 3G attached but is limited to just the Kindle application? i'm still trying to understand the differences.
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Hi! Chiming in here as I just got a Kindle for my birthday (LOVE IT!).
Steph, the Kindle comes in two options:3 G + WiFi which means you have access anywhere in the world (theoretically --not everywhere has coverage)even when there isn't a WiFi connection OR you can get a Kindle with just the WiFi which can connect via your home network or anyplace (Starbucks, McD's etc.) that has free WiFi.
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Chiming in a little late here. This may have already been mentioned, but the Nook Color has web access that you cannot parental control or turn off. My ds was saving money towards one until I discovered that detail. I wish they had a way to disable the internet function or at least password protect it.
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| Chiming in a little late here. This may have already been mentioned, but the Nook Color has web access that you cannot parental control or turn off. My ds was saving money towards one until I discovered that detail. I wish they had a way to disable the internet function or at least password protect it. |
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That's a big concern. Wow.
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I got my Kobo during Borders clearance sale at 50% off. Got another for a Christmas present for my parents. The necessary feature for me was it had to be public library compatible which this was.
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I am watching this thread with great interest,
WE are in the matket for an ebook reader but as everyone, we are a little confused as to which one to purchase.
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leanne maree wrote:
I am watching this thread with great interest,
WE are in the matket for an ebook reader but as everyone, we are a little confused as to which one to purchase.
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Did you see the comparison video from the people at Simply Charlotte Mason?
http://www.youtube.com/user/SimplyCharlotteMason#p/u/10/FUlV FruTfVs
I really love my Kindle, and I think it's a steal to get the version with ads for $114, but obviously some people prefer other readers.
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I love my Kindle. I was gifted the one with 3G but I have yet to use it. I'm not really sure why I would unless I was on vacation. Of course, if I was on vacation I probably wouldn't be downloading books.
My brother has a Sony and also loves it. It has a touch screen as well as the e-ink background (which I really consider to be essential to creating a "relaxing" reading environment). The touch screen was fine, but I love how the Kindle page turning buttons on the side easily fade into the background while turning pages.
I have been looking at getting a nook at some point. Although not any time soon. The price for the color Nook is quite a bit higher, and my main draw is that I could flip through books with color illustrations. Its a trade off though. Either you have the e-ink (which is wonderful!) or the color with a normal LCD screen. I do think a Nook or would be wonderful for picture books, but I'm not sure that I could justify the price just for that option.
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Shannon, I'm in the same boat. I love my e-ink touchscreen Sony but would love color also, for picture books, magazines, knitting patterns, etc. Color e-ink is already out in Japan and will be here soon. I'm waiting to update until it's here and hopefully in several readers to bring the prices down. Sony just released their newest update but the only advantage over my model is it has the Wifi now, which I really have no need for - I don't mind side-loading my books and it keeps me from overbuying on impulse. But I think in another year they will have the color e-ink everywhere.
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Well, looks like the new Kindle Fire and a smaller cheaper version of the Kindle is also now available. Just to add some more indecision!
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