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A Game-Changer for Avid Readers: My Experience with the Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device
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A Game-Changer for Avid Readers: My Experience with the Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device
As someone who loves to read, the Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device has been a remarkable addition to my daily routine. This device has truly revolutionized the way I consume books, making it an indispensable part of my life. Design and Display The Kindle DX boasts a sleek and elegant design with its 9.7-inch display. The white finish gives it a clean and modern look, while the large screen size is perfect for reading. The E Ink display mimics the appearance of real paper, which is easy on the eyes and reduces strain during long reading sessions. The high-resolution screen ensures that text is crisp and clear, making for a pleasant reading experience. Wireless Connectivity One of the standout features of the Kindle DX is its free 3G connectivity. This allows me to download books from virtually anywhere, without the need for Wi-Fi. Whether I’m on a train, at the park, or even traveling internationally, I can access my favorite books with ease. The Whispernet technology ensures fast and reliable downloads, so I never have to wait long to start reading. User-Friendly Interface Navigating through the Kindle DX is a breeze. The intuitive interface makes it easy to browse the Kindle Store, manage my library, and adjust settings. The device is simple to use, even for those who may not be tech-savvy. The built-in dictionary and search functions are incredibly handy, allowing me to look up words and find information quickly. Battery Life The battery life of the Kindle DX is impressive. A single charge lasts for weeks, even with regular use. This means I can take it on long trips without worrying about finding a power source. The long battery life is a testament to the efficiency of the E Ink display and the device’s overall design. Storage Capacity With ample storage space, the Kindle DX can hold thousands of books. This is perfect for someone like me who enjoys having a diverse library at my fingertips. I no longer have to choose which books to bring on vacation or worry about running out of reading material. The Kindle DX ensures that I always have a wide selection of books available. Additional Features The Kindle DX also supports PDF files, which is a great feature for reading documents and academic papers. The ability to adjust font sizes and orientation adds to the versatility of the device. I appreciate the option to switch between portrait and landscape modes, depending on my reading preference. Conclusion In conclusion, the Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device has significantly enhanced my reading experience. Its large, high-quality display, free 3G connectivity, and user-friendly interface make it a standout product. The long battery life and ample storage capacity ensure that I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, anywhere. For anyone who loves to read, this device is a game-changer. It has truly made reading more convenient and enjoyable for me.
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  • Mrs. Jemma R. Georgitsis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Does size really matter?
    Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2010
    Verified Purchase
    I love the Kindle DX. I was so confused about which way to go. Kindle 3 or Kindle DX? 9.7" or 6" ? Does size really matter? My answer is absolutely!
    You really need to decide what you will be using the Kindle for. Are you primarily going to read novels in mobi format? If so then the Kindle 3 is the way to go. If however you also plan to read PDF documents, you need the DX.

    After I ordered myself a DX, I ordered my mother the K3 (she is 64 God love her and a bit cautious of internet shopping). She has been unable to read for a few years now due to her poor eyesight. While she is not quite 'as blind as a bat', she certainly suffered from eye strain and the discomfort just stole the joy from her reading experience. With the K3 she is able to enlarge the font to a size she is able to see, and with the amazing e-ink technology her eye strain is a distant memory. The size and weight is perfect for her. She is able to comfortably carry the K3 in her handbag and hold it in her arthritic hands without any ready concerns she may have had with a heavier device.

    I however, am still slugging my days away in an office as I am a slave to my mortgage. That being said, I often need to read large work documents after 'normal' working hours. Previously to do this I had to take my work laptop home, use my own internet connection to log into my work site, then read the document on the small backlit screen. This process was less than enjoyable, as the reading was almost always done late at night after a long day at work, and inevitably I felt like I was trying to read a large document (up to 300 pages) with a torch shining in my eyes, HELLO HEADACHE. I imagine in fact this would be a similar outcome from reading on an ipad or 'smart' phone. Anyway, I swiftly gave up on that routine and started printing the docs off. Now given the current state of the environment, this was not doing anyone (except my eyes) any favours, however I found this was really the most practical way of getting through the volume of reading I had to do without ending up with a headache on every occasion. Until the DX that is!!!!

    Now I leave my Kindles USB cable in my works desk drawer. When I create, or when a large document is emailed to me, I simply plug in the USB cable, save the document as a PDF directly to my Kindles documents folder. Once saved I can either take the opportunity to charge the DX battery via the USB cable, or simply unplug it and head home knowing I can read the document in ease once the family has been fed and the child is asleep.

    I've had my Kindle DX for a month, so far I have read two novels, and am half way through my third, however I also have read approximately 20 work PDF's that average 300 pages each... I've charged my DX once so far. While the DX is larger and more cumbersome than the K3, the DX is required for the PDF reader as you can view the entire PDF page on your DX and there is no navigation issues like there can be on the K3. I've even saved powerpoint presentations as PDF's on the DX to review, however would not like to try to read one on the K3 as really think the font would be far too small to be practical.

    When you are trying to decide if size should matter, I recommend you ask yourself to consider WHAT you will read on your device. The K3 can be rotated to landscape position and font can be enlarged for e-books... however..... if you believe you will use this device for PDF's, I highly recommend you consider the DX.

    My only suggestion to improve the DX would be to have page turning buttons on the bottom of the device while in portrait mode. This would enable (when the DX is rotated to landscape mode), the page turning buttons again be conveniently located to the right of the device inline with where your hand would need to be to turn a 'real' page in a book. Currently if the device is read in the landscape mode, the page turning buttons are then located on the top of the device. (my only gripe so far)

    I love the ease of downloading new reading material either from my PC, MAC or directly to the device via the FREE 3G and wifi. No need to wait for the postman, no need to drive to a shopping centre and try and find parking (shudder), I can download a new novel in seconds which is VERY handy when your waiting for that delayed flight, or even when you are early for a meeting and want to kill some time. This device has made my work load so much more bearable, and I have even found I have been using the device for leisure and am really enjoying reading for leisure again.

    Even if it means doing the downloading yourself. I recommend either the K3 or the DX device for those whos eye's aren't what they used to be. Seriously, a great gift for the 'more mature' members in your family who may have given up on reading believing it was no longer a recreational option for them. And unless you're a weightlifter and have eight arms, I recommend the DX to anyone who is required to take work documents home to read. I guarantee the DX weights a hell of alot less, takes up less room, is easier to read and will even give you a chance to read recreational material too.
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  • GB Banks (publisher, author)
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Godzilla of Kindles tries to conquer the Ereader world
    Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2009
    Verified Purchase
    I've been a very happy 1st-generation Kindle (referred to henceforth in this review as the K1), since last April, and as a disabled person who's always loved to read but for various reasons (including the physical difficulties in handling an actual book), the device reintroduced the reading experienced and substantially changed my world. When the 2nd-generation Kindle (referred to henceforth as the K2) came on the scene, I didn't feel overly compelled to upgrade to the new version because there was not a significant advantage, in my view, to do so. But when the Kindle Dx was announced with it's larger screen and specifically the native PDF support, which as one who had converted many software manual PDFs for reading on the K1 with passable but not great results, I couldn't resist taking the plunge and upgrading. I've now been using the Kindle DX (referred to henceforth as the KDX), since Thursday (this review is being typed on Sunday), so here is my first impressions review.

    The first thing I noticed about the KDX is that it could as easily be called the Kindle Jumbo, or The Kindlenormous, because compared to my K1 (as stated above, I never owned a K2) it's huge! I've seen several people comment on the difference in size, and one might get the impression from various comments (including my own above) that the device requires a forklift to pick up and a warehouse to house. The truth is that the KDX is only big in relation to the prior Kindles. In fact, if this had been the size of the first Kindle, I think everyone would have felt it was the perfect size. As for the increased weight over its smaller brethren, if I personally had to manually hold it, for me with my disability, it would be a real problem. It's not really the weight itself, but due to the center of gravity being more spread out as opposed to the more compact K1 and K2. Basically, if you hold the device vertically near the bottom, it becomes top heavy. Because of this, I don't know if I'd consider the KDX the best choice for the casual reader, especially one who hasn't owned a Kindle before. Sort of like buying a full-sized Hummer for the little old lady from Pasadena who just wants to run to the grocery store twice a week. Doesn't mean a Hummer isn't great in itself, but it would be just a bit of overkill for the proverbial old lady's needs.

    As for the KDX itself (and keep in mind that I've never owned or touched a K2, so some of the things that impressed me might be applicable to the K2 as well), it is truly amazing. My own feeling is that this design greatly improves upon what was begun with the K1. In fact I'd go so far as to say that the K1 seems more like a production or Beta model...a great Beta model, but a Beta model nonetheless. The KDX feels more sturdy (and I think this due more to the case construction than the overall weight), and as I said, more polished than the K1. I like the 5-way controller (introduced with the K2) much more than the K1's scroll wheel. While I used the scroll wheel without any qualms whatsoever, it always felt a bit kludgy, as if it was a bit "low tech-ish" for such an advanced product.

    The K1 display is great, and if images are done well, they can be quite beautiful. However, if images are done right for the KDX, they are mind blowing in comparison. The K1 always has looked great to me considering it's limited abilities, but the KDX shows just what eInk technology is capable of. Seeing this screen now has me excited for the first time about the prospect of a color eInk screen one day, because if they can do this with 16-shade grayscale now, imagine what we're in store for in a few years. I checked how a couple of my own books' covers looked on the KDX, and they looked great even at the larger size. The KDX screen is also more elongated than it's little brothers', so you get more text per screen not just because of the larger size, but because of proportionally having more screen real estate to work with. Text is sharp and the interface differences from the K1 are also pleasurably improved. Again, I would use the expression "more polished" to describe the difference. Some of that is due to the improved screen resolution, I'm sure.

    The KDX's responsiveness is better overall, although that's a relative thing since a large PDF or a page laden with images will take longer to display than a plain text page, regardless of which Kindle you own. I do notice that when one scrolls the cursor with the 5-way controller, that it flies down the page. Not sure if the K1 could have done that it if had used the same controller, so I think the screen refresh rate is improved on the KDX (again, this may be true for the K2 as well).

    I don't subscribe to any newspapers currently, but blogs look great on the KDX. On my K1, if you viewed the article list in a blog, you'd get a simple list of article titles. On the KDX, you get titles, a summary or first line from the article, and divider lines separating each listed article. Not to sound repetitive (although clearly I am guilty of just that), but "more polished is again the way I'd describe this difference.

    I also own several Kindle books that are now listed as "DX optimized" (most of them being software reference books). These books look as if their layouts are very close to, if not identical to, their printed counterparts. One thing I've noticed, and I'll use one of the books I own, How to Do Everything: Adobe Illustrator CS4, as an example. My guess is that the images contained in the book are in color in the printed book, and were directly scanned into ebook format "as is." This becomes problematic because of the grayscale display, which shows these images as various shades of gray, often with little contrast between the different shades. The biggest problem, however, is that the gray in the images do not contrast well to the gray background of the screen. The gray screen provides plenty of contrast for text on the KDX, but for images with a lot of gray shades in them, the lack of contrast makes the images look washed out. I would therefore strongly urge Amazon to take the "DX optimized" designation even further and make sure that the images in these books are also optimized for the grayscale display, because they do the KDX fabulous display capabilities justice.

    The PDFs I have loaded onto my KDX look wonderful as well. Most of my PDFs are Adobe software manual, and therefore they are true PDFs (not all PDFs are the same, or true PDFs) with lots of imagery, and they seem to display almost flawlessly in their native format. So the it appears that the promise and the biggest reason I once again invested a significant amount of money with Amazon has proven to be well worth it.

    A personal note about the Kindle DX's size. The KDX is too big for my Kindle stand from Octo, so I have to prop up against other stuff on my bed, Which is fine, and actually works well for this Godzilla of Kindles. However, when I want to charge the KDX while I read (which I generally do nightly), I have to turn it upside down because the charging plug is on the bottom of the device, and so can't be "stood up" on that end while charging. So for me, the screen flipping technology is a godsend, although oddly enough, neither the screen savers nor the Kindle store will flip. Probably because neither could display properly in horizontal mode. Still, it's annoying to be using the Kindle in one orientation but then be forced to reorient the device if I want to dash off to the Kindle Store briefly. While certainly a minor thing, I'd really like to see Amazon enable the screen flipping technology to work with the Kindle Store as well.

    Overall, I already love my DX. While I'll always love my K1 as well, I just don't have the need for both, so I'm glad the K1 will have a happy new home with my sister. The KDX is an excellent addition to the Kindle family, while it was promoted as a device targeted to students and others with specific large-format document needs, the KDX could have easily been the first Kindle released, and I believe that it would have been equally successful even at the larger size.

    If you're thinking of buying a Kindle DX, or are especially debating between a K2 or KDX, I'd recommend you really assess your needs and uses for your Kindle, and use those to help make your decision. The KDX itself is amazing and expands on the promise and functionality of the original Kindles. But some may buy the KDX and then criticize it, not because of the device's failings (of which I have seen none yet), but because they perhaps would have been better served by a smaller Kindle instead.

    So while I say any potential Kindle buyer should choose wisely depending upon their needs, the Kindle DX is in itself an outstanding product that will only help to solidify the Kindle brand as the standard by which all other ereaders will be compared.

    Where I gave the 1st-generation Kindle 5 stars, based upon how the Kindle DX has improved upon the design and functionality, I'd give the KDX 10 stars if I could.
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