how does this compare to kindle dx?
1413284
I'm not sure how Kindle DX operates exactly. However, I can tell you that the ASUS tablet can run Kindle as well as a bunch of other apps. If all you want to do is read, watch movies, and surf the web, I'd get a Kindle. If you'd like to do a lot more, I'd get the ASUS ; )
1413285
They are not really comparable, the Asus have a colour screen, a much faster processor, much more storage,much more areas for usage. It hasn't 3G or lte but it has a great wireless possibility. If only reading, then Kindle, if anything else Asus.
1413286
It's hard to compare the Asus Memo to a Kindle DX. They're very different kinds of devices. I have an e-ink Kindle and I use it for reading. I use the Asus Memo for tablet sorts of things like web browsing and watching videos and playing games. The Asus can be used just fine as an ereader but not in quite the same way. First, it's an LCD screen with a backlight and when you read with it you're staring right into the light. That's okay if you're careful about the brightness adjustment but it's easy to get eyestrain if you don't. And reading on this screen will give a lot of people eyestrain regardless. I can use it for other things but 20 minutes of reading on it and I have to stop. A lot of people are just fine reading on an LCD screen. Not everyone has this problem. Another limitation of an LCD screen is that it's fairly useless in sunlight. The Kindle DX is fine for the beach or reading on the porch but this thing, or any other tablet, just can't be seen well in the sun. It fades out and even disappears in direct sunlight. If you want to use this tablet for tablety things such as web browsing, game playing, reading magazines, etc. it's a good choice. It's really a fine tablet, and it's also fine for light reading. But for heavy reading I'd stick with the Kindle. Barry
1413287
Its really two different devices, Kindle has a gray scale screen, Asus has colour. The pros with kindle is the mobile capacity and the weight but it should no be compared as Asus way ahead with all and have so much more features (memory, processor, storage,gps,wifi, etc) The Asus is a definte buy intended for more than book reading.
1413288
While this is not an e reader...I'm sure it can be used that way...but it really is a tablet first!
1299493
I prefer the Kindle myself, since there is no required software to transfer files to the device. No matter what e-reader you decide on here's a site that has free poetry downloads in .mobi and .prc formats (compatible with both the Sony and the Kindle). http://manybooks.net/categories/POE
52645
Absolutely. Not only Kindle HDX, also my smartphone and Kindle keyboard. Very convenient.
1297129
Hey guys, I know this thread concerns the screen, but I have a quick question. Has anyone tried loading the Kindle software on this thing & read a book? Are the books in color? The only reason I'm asking is because that's the only reason I would buy this.
1623318
We bought the one for the version of the Kindle Fire 8.9 HDX. I, like you was kind of skeptical of it but I'm very glad to say that it is all they say it is. It's nothing fancy but it has openings for everything on the Kindle. The ONLY thing I wish it had was a place to hold a stylus. Other than that it is well worth buying. Also, some of the reviews I had read said that you had to re-pair the keyboard every time that you turned the power on and off but I haven't had any problems with having to pair it again. It is a little troublesome to have to charge it from my laptop but it doesn't take long. We bought the one for the version of the Kindle Fire 8.9 HDX. I, like you was kind of skeptical of it but I'm very glad to say that it is all they say it is. It's nothing fancy but it has openings for everything on the Kindle. The ONLY thing I wish it had was a place to hold a stylus. Other than that it is well worth buying. Also, some of the reviews I had read said that you had to re-pair the keyboard every time that you turned the power on and off but I haven't had any problems with having to pair it again. It is a little troublesome to have to charge it from my laptop but it doesn't take... » Read More We bought the one for the version of the Kindle Fire 8.9 HDX. I, like you was kind of skeptical of it but I'm very glad to say that it is all they say it is. It's nothing fancy but it has openings for everything on the Kindle. The ONLY thing I wish it had was a place to hold a stylus. Other than that it is well worth buying. Also, some of the reviews I had read said that you had to re-pair the keyboard every time that you turned the power on and off but I haven't had any problems with having to pair it again. It is a little troublesome to have to charge it from my laptop but it doesn't take long. « Show Less
930501
Terrie, we have the DX and we have two of them. I don't know what the dif is but I am quite happy with the Earthlite Harmony DX Portable. Mahalo Bonnie
2228752
Thanks for your input. I've been trying to decide which way to go. I recently moved to Japan, and I miss having access to lots of titles- plus there's that train commute... So, an electronic reader is a solution. I'm wary only because I've not been able to hold one in my hands and play with it. Sony Readers are displayed everywhere. Apparently, Kindle doesn't require the marketing exposure to sell.
1509783
I would still go with the iPad mini. The reason I go with the mini is because I feel apple makes a more reliable product that lasts longer. The kindle also has it's advantages, but everything you mentioned before about the music, books, and instant video all can be downloaded to the mini as well. I use the kindle app on my mini for school text books as well as personal books. I watch amazon instant watch several times a week. There is also an app for the music, but I purchase all my music through iTunes. I would imagine all these features would come standard on the kindle, so it remains a personal choice for you. Best of luck in your decision making! I would still go with the iPad mini. The reason I go with the mini is because I feel apple makes a more reliable product that lasts longer. The kindle also has it's advantages, but everything you mentioned before about the music, books, and instant video all can be downloaded to the mini as well. I use the kindle app on my mini for school text books as well as personal books. I watch amazon instant watch several times a week. There is also an app for the music, but I purchase all my music through iTunes. I would imagine all these features would come standard on the kindle, so it remains a... » Read More I would still go with the iPad mini. The reason I go with the mini is because I feel apple makes a more reliable product that lasts longer. The kindle also has it's advantages, but everything you mentioned before about the music, books, and instant video all can be downloaded to the mini as well. I use the kindle app on my mini for school text books as well as personal books. I watch amazon instant watch several times a week. There is also an app for the music, but I purchase all my music through iTunes. I would imagine all these features would come standard on the kindle, so it remains a personal choice for you. Best of luck in your decision making! « Show Less
318830
I use it more than my Kindle, especially for books that have color pages like photography books or guide books, etc. Also, the only drawback to Kindle usage is you have to go to your browser (Safari, Chrome) and go to Amazon.com to purchase the book vs being able to browse the Kindle store and make purchases and download samples directly in the Kindle app .. In the end its just an extra step vs. the actual Kindle devices. I can say the battery on my iPad lasts a very long time as long as you put brightness at 50% (which is seriously quite bright, I don't think you could look at the screen very long at 100% without going blind, lol). Drawback is it takes a long time to charge fully (not like a phone that is quick, but again, it lasts a long time once charged so long as you're not watching videos). I have some non Kindle books in .mobi form and since there is no way to "put them on the iPad" with a cord like the Kindle .. I just upload them to Dropbox into a folder I named "Kindle" and I use the Dropbox app, click on the book, then in the upper right hand corner there is a little arrow, click it and select "open in Kindle". Boom it will now load the book into your Kindle app and you don't need to go to Dropbox anymore. Highlights still work and notes, and bookmarking etc. just like all the other books, however books on your device vs. directly from Kindle don't "sync" to other devices, but that's cool, because they don't on Kindle devices either.
589063
No it does not do much. We bought two last Christmas and they both stopped working. We have since bought Kindles. They are worth the extra money. I was so dissapointed. I even contacted the company for help and no response back. I would reccommend you do not buy them.
1656682
It is fine, but I would get a kindle fire. The tablet we have is very slow. Not sure why, but rarely use anymore. Bought a kindle fire he and love it. No comparison.
2056141
I did a lot of research and this is the one I decided to get. Try checking it out at www.dpreview.com. They have excellent reviews and you can do side-by-side comparisons.
1789200
specs wise they are about the same but the nabi is made for kids so it is going to be more thought out in that way than the kindle fire is. the parental controls are a bit better on the nabi and the nabi comes with an awesome free educational software for kids prek- grade 5!!
735057
There's a summary article on Ars Technica about this very subject. It may help.http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/reviews/2011/11/kindle-fire-vs-nook-tablet-which-one-should-you-buy.ars
1281979
You can install the kindle app from the play store. This is a mostly stock version of android. And got the KitKat update a few weeks ago.
2079561
I'm still in the process of deciding and found out some helpful info. I'm planning on using our library for ebooks and our state has at least twice as many available books for the Nook compared to the Kindle. Just thought I'd mention if anyone else is in the same boat.
2228751
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