My Kindle And I
The Amazon Kindle has always been a device that I have had my eyes on, but I never sprang for it because its $250 price was a bit too high for me, and also because I like to try before I buy. Amazon recently resolved these issues for me, and undoubtedly plenty of other Kindle holdouts, by first making the Kindle available at Target stores nationwide, and then cutting its price to $189. After I heard about this price cut, I immediately went to my local Target store and purchased my new Kindle with a protective jacket. When I got it home, I powered it on, went through the Welcome Guide, and got familiar with the devices controls. I then went to Amazon.com, on my computer, and subscribed to a bunch of magazines and blogs, all of which thankfully come with a free 14 day trial. I chose to do so on my computer, rather than on the Kindle itself, so I could keep track of how much I would be spending on these subscriptions.
When I began reading on my Kindle, I realized that this is the perfect way to read all the blogs and magazines I normally peruse on my computer. The device itself is the size and weight of a small paperback book, which makes it easy and convenient to carry with me where ever I go. The Kindle also comes with free access to AT&T’s 3G network, via its Whispernet connection technology. This is useful for me because it allows me to stay up-to-date with all my subscriptions and download new books no matter where I may be. The Kindle’s e-ink screen is another reason I love this device, because it allows me to read my content even in bright sunlight. This is perfect for when I walk my dog, because the sunlight will not interrupt my reading. A bonus for Kindle owners is that most Kindle-formatted books on Amazon.com cost $9.99 and most magazine and blog subscriptions cost $2.99, meaning content is available at very reasonable prices.
In my opinion, I think anyone who considers themselves a reader should invest in a Kindle since it will add a bit of ease and convenience to their life.