I use my kindle e-reader extensively but I would like to have a bigger screen. Can I access the kindle library ( particularly the free books) on this device as easily as with my kindle without additional costs or special procedures? I use my kindle e-reader extensively but I would like to have a bigger screen. Can I access the kindle library ( particularly the free books) on this device as easily as with my kindle without... » Read More I use my kindle e-reader extensively but I would like to have a bigger screen. Can I access the kindle library ( particularly the free books) on this device as easily as with my kindle without additional costs or special procedures? « Show Less
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Not sure if mine were 'special', but i ordered 2 and both came with the Kindle reader app already installed.Works great, but i also installed the Aldiko reader as it allows importing and reading downloaded epub files.
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Yes, I've been able to get kindle apps and books and video. You do have to install the dolphin browser so there are smoke extra steps. There are several videos on YouTube on how to do this. I have Prime account. This has done more than I expected and am pleased thus far. As I said I use it mostly for graphs.
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You have access to all the Kindle library using the Android app, but the free books can only be used with a Kindle reader.
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Sure you can. I read my kindle books all the time. When you buy it and log into your account you books will automatically download to this device.
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Yup. Go to Google Play Store on your Android tablet to download and install the free Kindle app. Log into your Amazon account using the app and you can read any book in your Amazon bookshelf. Unfortunately, at this writing there are no available apps to watch Amazon streaming videos on generic Android devices, perhaps because Amazon wants to reserve that function as a perk for owners of branded Kindle devices. But if your specific aim is to access your Kindle books, the Kindle app is free, runs fine under Android and requires no hoop jumping or special setup beyond your Amazon log in info. Try it. :-) Yup. Go to Google Play Store on your Android tablet to download and install the free Kindle app. Log into your Amazon account using the app and you can read any book in your Amazon bookshelf. Unfortunately, at this writing there are no available apps to watch Amazon streaming videos on generic Android devices, perhaps because Amazon wants to reserve that function as a perk for owners of branded Kindle devices. But if your specific aim is to access your Kindle books, the Kindle app is free, runs fine under Android and requires no hoop jumping or special setup beyond your Amazon log in info.... » Read More Yup. Go to Google Play Store on your Android tablet to download and install the free Kindle app. Log into your Amazon account using the app and you can read any book in your Amazon bookshelf. Unfortunately, at this writing there are no available apps to watch Amazon streaming videos on generic Android devices, perhaps because Amazon wants to reserve that function as a perk for owners of branded Kindle devices. But if your specific aim is to access your Kindle books, the Kindle app is free, runs fine under Android and requires no hoop jumping or special setup beyond your Amazon log in info. Try it. :-) « Show Less
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Sure can. Just load the Kindle app for android devises and you're good to go. I have both a Kindle and my G-Tab and have my Amazon account set to default to my Android device.
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You can only "borrow" books from Amazon using a kindle device. You can borrow from your library on any device.
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I don't know but I know you can download the kindle app from the app store and as long as there is enough space you should be able to.
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Cathie,I agree. My daughter owns a Kindle and I have an iPod touch with the Kindle app. I truly hope they will continue to offer that app for the iPad. Yes, I agree that the Kindle is a perfect e-reader and the backlighting in the iPad will strain the eyes, however, it will offer so much for those that want an all-in-one device. I'm still going to hold out until fall or winter of next year. If the app IS available for the iPad, I will definitely consider purchasing it. Love, love, love to Amazon and the Kindle will always be there.
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The kindle app is available for Android that is able to load your library from amazon and allows you to purchase more books. I use it all the time to read magazines and books I have purchased from amazon.
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Thank you FearNot! The link to Kindle is great. Still not sure whether I'm going to get the Aspire or Kindle...I think maybe I'll get the Kindle for myself and an Aspire for my daughter. Then I'll have the best of both worlds. I appreciate your help.
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I haven't used the Kindle, but I have a Sony Reader, and I'm very pleased with it. I did research, too, and the ultimate thing that points me in Sony's direction is that it's an open system--there are more file formats available for it. Also, with the freeware programs on the Web, you can do things the Kindle does (i.e., download newspapers) without getting the more expensive device. Books don't take that long to download for the Sony device, though you do have to plan in advance what you want to read, since you can't download it anywhere. While there are definite advantages to the Kindle (Whispernet), I really like my Sony Reader. I haven't used the Kindle, but I have a Sony Reader, and I'm very pleased with it. I did research, too, and the ultimate thing that points me in Sony's direction is that it's an open system--there are more file formats available for it. Also, with the freeware programs on the Web, you can do things the Kindle does (i.e., download newspapers) without getting the more expensive device. Books don't take that long to download for the Sony device, though you do have to plan in advance what you want to read, since you can't download it anywhere. While there are definite advantages to the Kindle... » Read More I haven't used the Kindle, but I have a Sony Reader, and I'm very pleased with it. I did research, too, and the ultimate thing that points me in Sony's direction is that it's an open system--there are more file formats available for it. Also, with the freeware programs on the Web, you can do things the Kindle does (i.e., download newspapers) without getting the more expensive device. Books don't take that long to download for the Sony device, though you do have to plan in advance what you want to read, since you can't download it anywhere. While there are definite advantages to the Kindle (Whispernet), I really like my Sony Reader. « Show Less
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Yes. I actually use the Nook app in the tablet to read my e-books (even though I don't own any B&N; books), reads my EPUB books perfectly and I like its internal (i.e. not online) dictionary. I think it has the Kindle app pre-installed but I haven't used it.
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From what I've seen, I agree with you. I wasn't taken with the button arrangement on the sides of the Kindle, although I like the keyboard for searches. However, I want a reader for books, not blogs, not newspapers, not web browsing, not purchasing anything in airports, none of that. I just want a handy way to carry my favorite reading materials. I've got books on my PDA now and a reader would be a big step up, but I don't want a single unit that replaces everything else. I want a phone that makes calls, a PDA that stores addresses and calendars and a reader that holds books. Very non-geeky of me, I know. From what I've seen, I agree with you. I wasn't taken with the button arrangement on the sides of the Kindle, although I like the keyboard for searches. However, I want a reader for books, not blogs, not newspapers, not web browsing, not purchasing anything in airports, none of that. I just want a handy way to carry my favorite reading materials. I've got books on my PDA now and a reader would be a big step up, but I don't want a single unit that replaces everything else. I want a phone that makes calls, a PDA that stores addresses and calendars and a reader that holds books. Very non-geeky... » Read More From what I've seen, I agree with you. I wasn't taken with the button arrangement on the sides of the Kindle, although I like the keyboard for searches. However, I want a reader for books, not blogs, not newspapers, not web browsing, not purchasing anything in airports, none of that. I just want a handy way to carry my favorite reading materials. I've got books on my PDA now and a reader would be a big step up, but I don't want a single unit that replaces everything else. I want a phone that makes calls, a PDA that stores addresses and calendars and a reader that holds books. Very non-geeky of me, I know. « Show Less
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Yes, of course!! I have the Kindle app on mine. The really great thing about it is that you can archive books and save them for reading later - and then have "home" books that you are currently reading. That way you save space on the device. You can also download other reader apps as well. Happy reading!
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Cathie, I agree. My daughter owns a Kindle and I have an iPod touch with the Kindle app. I truly hope they will continue to offer that app for the iPad. Yes, I agree that the Kindle is a perfect e-reader and the backlighting in the iPad will strain the eyes, however, it will offer so much for those that want an all-in-one device. I'm still going to hold out until fall or winter of next year. If the app IS available for the iPad, I will definitely consider purchasing it. Love, love, love to Amazon and the Kindle will always be there.
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Somehow, I got to be an expert on the Slick e-reader. I remember little about it, other than I returned it after a few days. And, that was a while ago. I don't believe that it is a tablet, which would allow you to get the Kindle app. Since it is an epub reader, one will have to convert the Kindle .mobi format, but is it possible? Do a Search on your computer.
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Eh, yes and no. It's not like the Kindle where you purchase the book right there and its on the device - to get a book from Amazon, you would have to download it to your PC, use a program such as Calibre to convert it to another format (not sure if Calibre will strip DRM or not), and transfer it to the device. Kobo has their own bookstore built into the device and into the Kobo desktop software. It works pretty well and has pretty much every book I have ever searched for. However, I should warn you that I have had issues with DRM on the device - not just with the Kobo store, but with Adobe DRM which is supposed to work with the device This device is really ideal, in my opinion, for someone who is a bit more technically minded. It is easily mountable on a PC as a USB storage device, Calibre works flawlessly with it, it has SD card expansion slot, and it supports all the major eBook formats. If you like a device with a bit of flexibility (but requiring a bit of tech knowledge), this device is a great money saver. If you want something that is going to work flawlessly with the Amazon Kindle store and not give you any fits, I recommend actually getting a Kindle. Its like asking what the difference between an Android and an iPhone is. One is easy to use, but is limited (Kindle). The other is much more powerful and cheaper, but requires a bit more tinkering (Kobo). The question really comes down to what you want in an ebook reader, and - probably far more importantly - do you plan to get your books from Amazon, or from other sources?
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very easy, just press along bottom border while reading a book, then press the text button with Aa on it. you can easily change font size as well as other things from that window.
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Honestly if you already have this just open the market and install Kindle or Nook. Once you open the app you are in reader mode, none of the other features matter. Just find someone a little more tech savvy to install the book apps and if you want an email app and put their links on the front page and everything else can be forgotten.
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not sure,, can you use a card reader on a kindle ? theres always that route
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I'm new to ereaders and can not decide between the kindle vs sony. Of course, I would prefer sony due to netlibrary, but I find that site confusing. Plus you can use sony for the public domain books on google. But then I'm so used to amazon and kindle seems to be so much simpler to use. My question to sony ereaders--how hard is it to get used to using netlibrary and google books? Can you get what you want using the sony? I really can not decide and at this point am about ready to give up and just not get an ereader.