I have been a die hard and reading only books. But am now ready to consider buying a device. I don't have an iPad but would consider buying one if it made sense. However I heard that for reading books that kindle or nook are better.
I want to read books but I would also like something that I can use to surf the web. I don't want to buy two separate devices if I can avoid it.
Recommendations?
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If however, you are also looking for a device that can surf the web, amongst other tasks, then my recommendation to you would be an "Apple" product. The ease of use, user compatability, & inherent security make the "I-Pad," an easy winner IMHO. I may be partial to the "I-Pad," since it was the first multifarious tablet I purchased (also the first "IOS/mac," device I purchased).
Although there is a give & take between products, I will purchase only "Apple" tablets, at least for the foreseeable future. If you have any specific questions, I would be more than happy to adress them via e-mail. You can reach me at hap2k@comcast.net. Good luck, & enjoy whatever it is you decide to purchase.
If having the best reading experience is a higher priority, then get a Kindle: the PaperWhite or the Voyage. Advantages: e-ink display is optimal for reading and easy on the eyes, it's lighter in weight and easy to hold, battery charge lasts for weeks, no distractions when reading.
BTW: understand that Amazon uses the Kindle name for two different types of devices. A "Kindle Fire" is a full tablet that runs apps, email, web and uses a backlit LCD screen. Kindles without the "Fire" in their name are dedicated e-readers and use a digital e-ink display.
No glare when reading outside... It's cheap, and its fantastic!
Yes the paperwhite is incomparably better for reading that a backlit device like a tablet.If I had a choice only between books or tablet for reading I would stick with books. I own the nook from Barnes & Noble with the paperwhite technology and love it. About $100 I think.