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Why I Chose Kindle

August 6, 2010
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Why I Chose Kindle

After using my Netbook as an ereader I’ve discovered I need a dedicated device, I can be easily distracted and its hard to lay on your back and read from the Netbook. I’ve decided on the Kindle. Here is why. Dedicated device Limited-time promotional free selections – right now I have 44 books, I paid for 4 of them. Highlights and notes: Amazon keeps your highlights online at kindle.amazon.com. I can copy and paste these to Google docs or Evernote, which makes them searchable. Easy to use Syncing across devices. I have an app on my Evo and love it! Full keyboard for notes Use when I’m speaking (read this post Why speakers should take a second look at the new Kindle) I can still use my netbook for library books. Please note these are the things that are important to me, based on how I will use the device. You may have different priorities than me. If I had one wish it would be that the Kindle would handle pdf files better and allow highlighting of them.  I read so many reports I’d really love to be able to read them on the device. Read more: How I Got Over My Issues and

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E-Book Buyer’s Guide to Privacy

January 12, 2010
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E-Book Buyer’s Guide to Privacy

Thinking about an ebook reader? Concerned about ebooks and privacy? Just curious? The EFF’s E-Book Buyer’s Guide to Privacy v1.1 has answers to questions like Can they monitor what you’re reading? Is the device ONLY compatible with books purchased from an associated eBook store? Can they keep track of book searches? Can they keep track of book purchases? With whom can they share the information collected in non-aggregated form? Can they share information outside the company without the customer’s consent? Do they lack mechanisms for customers to access, correct, or delete the information? Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Share on FriendFeed Buzz it up Share on netvibes share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tumblr it Buzz it up Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Tell a friend

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