Amazon Kindle

extreme_torque · 20th June 2014, 06:00

Reading on an LCD screen is very taxing on the eyes and I read somewhere that it has medical implications as well in the long run. After reading through the reviews online and looking at my requirements, I have gone ahead and bought myself a Kobo Glo E-Ink reader.

I got it in a really good deal. If anyone else is interested I can post the deal link here.

Sudipto-S-Team · 25th September 2014, 11:20

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Originally Posted by procrj

Thanks Guys. I picked up the paperwhite when amazon ran the 20% discount campaign. Finished 4 books. Love the device and carry it around all the time.
Ordered another one for the Mrs.

Need to know something - can it be connected to the Airtel 4G network? Sorry if I sound dumb. But I am seriously considering this and my net connection at home is Airtel 4G through the router. Some guidance will help please as I am quite technology illiterate.

Thanks

kalpeshc · 25th September 2014, 11:48

It can be connected to any network. There are two models, wifi and 3G. If you take the 3G model, it will use it's own 3G network (piggybacking on the various 3g providers in India) and will not use your ISP.

Newpunter · 25th September 2014, 11:52

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Originally Posted by Sudipto-S-Team

Need to know something - can it be connected to the Airtel 4G network? Sorry if I sound dumb. But I am seriously considering this and my net connection at home is Airtel 4G through the router. Some guidance will help please as I am quite technology illiterate.

Thanks

If you are using an Airtel 4G router, it just works like a Wifi Connection, so you can connect any wifi enabled devices to the network, including the Kindle.
I have an Airtel 4G router too at home and have no problems connecting my Nook to it.

pratyush6 · 25th September 2014, 11:54

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Originally Posted by Sudipto-S-Team

Need to know something - can it be connected to the Airtel 4G network? Sorry if I sound dumb. But I am seriously considering this and my net connection at home is Airtel 4G through the router. Some guidance will help please as I am quite technology illiterate.

Thanks

Pick up the wifi one - no use spending more on the 3G Version. Most of our phones already can create a hotspot.

vikramvicky1984 · 25th September 2014, 21:13

i have a basic kindle.
Kindly suggest a simple inexpensive cover for it.
the screen cracked once and was replaced for free.
I don't want to spend a lot.
suggest a place to buy online/delhi

Sudipto-S-Team · 26th September 2014, 10:57

Thanks Newpunter and Pratyush.

gsurya · 26th September 2014, 12:39

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Originally Posted by vikramvicky1984

i have a basic kindle.
Kindly suggest a simple inexpensive cover for it.
the screen cracked once and was replaced for free.
I don't want to spend a lot.
suggest a place to buy online/delhi

You have to mention the model of the kindle, just search with it online on amazon.in. Plenty of options. I have a very good one that has an inbuilt reading light that cost me 50 USD.

itwasntme · 26th September 2014, 13:33

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Originally Posted by vikramvicky1984

i have a basic kindle.
Kindly suggest a simple inexpensive cover for it.
the screen cracked once and was replaced for free.
I don't want to spend a lot.
suggest a place to buy online/delhi

Not cheap but good quality - have used one like this for over 6 months now without any wear and tear at all:

http://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00L...DWXHM6BVC6HQCE

Eddy · 18th October 2014, 08:14

Does anyone have more details on Kindle Voyage and its launch in India ? Will it be a significant upgrade over the INR 9k paperwhite ?

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IOY8XWQ/ref=nav_sap_kp_bb

Samurai · 18th October 2014, 10:48

Even in US it is still pre-order, they are obviously aiming for Christmas sales. It may not come to India until after that.

Meanwhile, my 2nd gen kindle just completed 4 years. Still works perfectly, the quality of this device is just unbelievable. I will upgrade to the Kindle Voyage when it is available.

gsurya · 18th October 2014, 10:54

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Originally Posted by Samurai

Meanwhile, my 2nd gen kindle just completed 4 years. Still works perfectly, the quality of this device is just unbelievable. I will upgrade to the Kindle Voyage when it is available.

Same here, I have a 4+ year old 2nd Gen Kindle with a book cover with pop-up light that works so well I think I wont upgrade till forced to or it fails on me

naveenroy · 18th October 2014, 11:04

Am looking to purchase my first Kindle device. How does the All-New Kindle, 6" Glare-Free Touchscreen Display, Wi-Fi sound?

as in, is it a good first time device. I read quite a lot.

gsurya · 18th October 2014, 11:33

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Originally Posted by naveenroy

Am looking to purchase my first Kindle device. How does the All-New Kindle, 6" Glare-Free Touchscreen Display, Wi-Fi sound?

as in, is it a good first time device. I read quite a lot.

If you really read a LOT then invest in the Paperwhite, you wont need anything else for 3-4 years.

Marauder · 18th October 2014, 20:48

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Originally Posted by naveenroy

Am looking to purchase my first Kindle device. How does the All-New Kindle, 6" Glare-Free Touchscreen Display, Wi-Fi sound?

as in, is it a good first time device. I read quite a lot.

The major difference between the basic kindle and the paperwhite is the presence of light in the latter. So, it depends on what kind of reading you intend to do.

20th June 2014, 06:00	#376
extreme_torque Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Melbourne Posts: 4,377 Thanked: 5,105 Times	Re: Amazon Kindle Reading on an LCD screen is very taxing on the eyes and I read somewhere that it has medical implications as well in the long run. After reading through the reviews online and looking at my requirements, I have gone ahead and bought myself a Kobo Glo E-Ink reader. I got it in a really good deal. If anyone else is interested I can post the deal link here.
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kalpeshc BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 535 Thanked: 137 Times	Re: Amazon Kindle It can be connected to any network. There are two models, wifi and 3G. If you take the 3G model, it will use it's own 3G network (piggybacking on the various 3g providers in India) and will not use your ISP.
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vikramvicky1984 BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: jamshedpur Posts: 497 Thanked: 634 Times View My Garage	Re: Amazon Kindle i have a basic kindle. Kindly suggest a simple inexpensive cover for it. the screen cracked once and was replaced for free. I don't want to spend a lot. suggest a place to buy online/delhi
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26th September 2014, 10:57	#382
Sudipto-S-Team Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kolkata Posts: 1,320 Thanked: 290 Times View My Garage	Re: Amazon Kindle Thanks Newpunter and Pratyush.
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Eddy Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 9,387 Thanked: 13,301 Times	Re: Amazon Kindle Does anyone have more details on Kindle Voyage and its launch in India ? Will it be a significant upgrade over the INR 9k paperwhite ? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IOY8XWQ/ref=nav_sap_kp_bb
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Samurai Team-BHP Support Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bangalore/Udupi Posts: 25,828 Thanked: 45,547 Times View My Garage	Re: Amazon Kindle Even in US it is still pre-order, they are obviously aiming for Christmas sales. It may not come to India until after that. Meanwhile, my 2nd gen kindle just completed 4 years. Still works perfectly, the quality of this device is just unbelievable. I will upgrade to the Kindle Voyage when it is available.
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18th October 2014, 11:04	#388
naveenroy Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,511 Thanked: 1,253 Times	Re: Amazon Kindle Am looking to purchase my first Kindle device. How does the All-New Kindle, 6" Glare-Free Touchscreen Display, Wi-Fi sound? as in, is it a good first time device. I read quite a lot.
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