This has been out for a while. When I first saw it advertised, I just dismissed it. However, I looked into it a little bit more and am kind of impressed…
Amazon has created the Kindle, a hand-held book reader. Similar to the iPod, it’s portable and you can search for e-books on Amazon.com which is sent to your Kindle. Unlike the iPod, you don’t have to be near a computer to find the books or load them to the Kindle. It uses the same technology as cell phones. So you can be in an airport, on a lake, in France, in your bathroom…and you can find, order, and read books.
I love this idea because when I travel I don’t always know which books I want to have with me. I also love that the Kindle doesn’t have glare and eye strain issues like a pc would. Plus, since I am an avid reader and lover of books, it would save some space in the house. No more books waiting for me to clear out a spot for them.
However, there’s still something about a book. From the smell to the feel, there’s something about holding and reading an actual book. And, while the selection of books is rather large, there are still a lot of crafting books unavailable. Also, Amazon markets that you can get newspapers, magazines, and blogs on your Kindle (for a monthly fee), but the ones I read are not on the list. That’s where the iPhone could come in handy.
Also, it’s really expensive. You have to understand that Jason and I didn’t even have mp3 players until last year. So, we tend to be slow on the technology bandwagon. I figure that I’ll wait until a company (most likely Apple) comes up with a wireless phone – computer – tv – mp3 player – ebook reader – camera – video recorder – voice recorder – organizer – goes to the grocery store for you – easy to use item. Then, we’ll wait until the market becomes oversaturated and you can get one for under $100. Then we’ll buy it.
I know that Sony has a book reader, probably some other companies do too. I’m definitly not an expert on anything…especially technology. So feel free to leave your comments explaining differences, pros, cons, etc.
