In the world of e-books, there are several ways to read and enjoy many books and magazines.Most tablets, smart phones,and laptops allow you to install Kindle and Nook apps. The downside of adding these apps Is storage space. If you are a Bookaholic that wants to keep your library with you, you should invest in a Kindle. At first, I was very stubborn. I like reading and writing in my paperbacks and hardcover books. Now, I use the Kindle Fire HD more than my tablet. I can take notes, highlight, and bookmark my books. As a book reviewer, this makes my life a lot easier. With a stroke of my finger, I can find the information I am looking for. Do not get me wrong, I still love and prefer regular books. The Kindle makes it easier to stay on top of my digital reading list. I love my Kindle and use it as a laptop on the go. However, almost 1,000 customers gave it 1 star! How could this of happened? For starters, Amazon is aware of tech problems this latest kindle has:
Edward Robert Leathers : Great device bad workmanship
Great inexpensive device. One problem is the charging port. Not long after getting this device I noticed the port was loose. Then later I noticed the light that comes on when charging stopped coming on. Now no longer charges. Amazon is aware of this and makes no effort to notify existing buyers of this product. So now I have a very expensive paperweight.
You cannot argue with that. Now that you bring it up, I do not like the charging port of my Kindle. It is awkward and you have to plug it in at an angle. For now, mine is not a glorified paperweight. I hope is does not happen.
Other customers did not care for the latest Fire, because the first one was much better. Many customers regret buying it.
A. Paul : Worst kindle ever!!
I had an older kindle version which I absolutely loved! Only problem with it was my kids kept stealing it. So when this new version came out I preordered 3 of them. One for each kid so I can reclaim mine. They are crap!! They shut off in the middle of games, refuse to power on sometimes, some kindle apps say not compatible and won't download. Not compatible! It’s a kindle and they are kindle apps. Most are the talking apps that of course my kids love. This was a complete waste of $$$. Do Not buy this version!! So many bugs. The kids are back to stealing mine because theirs doesn't work!!!
Well, you cannot argue with this. The Kindle Fire HD is my first Kindle. So, I don’t have another Kindle to compare it to. Again, my Kindle is still going strong I hope it stays that way. Another star came from an online public library issue.
Libraries across the globe are allowing patrons to borrow books online. Some parents bought the new Kindle, because they could regulate their child’s use of the device. The free time app is not living up to its name.
H. Cazares : The free time app does not work with library books
The device is great, software and hardware-wise I have no complain. However, the sole and only reason why we bought this item was for the option of using the "free time"application and create a profile for our 8 year old son….For some obscure reason amazon has decided to block public library books from their free time app...Surprisingly (or maybe not) if you pay for their "Free time unlimited" service you can then access a lot of the titles that are otherwise blocked. (Does anyone else think this is a scam?) Because this was the only reason we bought the Kindle, and the application is advertised to do exactly what it cannot, the device does not deserve any rating higher than 1. I hope more parents complain and the company reconsidered this ridiculous policy.
This is not the full review. You can read it here. Cazares bring up a valid point. Amazon should rework the software, or be honest about their misleading information. Thank you for your comment. My child is not old enough to read my device. So, I did not notice this problem. I’ll admit most of these grievances are valid. If Amazon doesn’t want to lose its customers to Barnes & Nobles, they need to get their act together.