What do you like most about Kindles/Nooks?

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<p>I don’t own an Kindle/Nook, but I’m seriously thinking of getting one.</p>

<p>In my opinion, one of the biggest benefits of a Kindle/Nook is discretion. In the past, when I am reading a book, people around me will want to know what book I am reading. Sometimes, they’ll ask why I’m reading that book and gossip to others about it. That can be a problem, especially if the book is controversial.</p>

<p>With Kindle/Nook, you can read a book and those around you will have no idea what you’re reading. </p>

<p>Isn’t that cool? What do you like most about electronic book readers? Do you likethe discretion as well?</p>

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<p>Personally, I like the feeling of having a book in my hand. I know the screens on the Kindles/Nooks are supposed to have a “natural” rather than computery feel, but it still feels off to me, especially the color portion of the Nook screen. Tbh, I don’t really care if people see me reading a controversial book. And if you use a Nook, couldn’t they just glance over your shoulders anyway? Or, what if they simply ask, “whatcha readin’?” Would you just ignore them? :P</p>

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<p>I have a Kindle and I adore it. Even more so since I come from a small town that doesn’t have as many books in stores or at the library.</p>

<p>Reasons I love kindle:

  1. Very portable and extremely light. When traveling I don’t have to lug around an entire bag of books.
  2. All kindles have wi-fi so if there’s wi-fi available you can easily access research or get on social networks. While it might not be as high-def as a laptop it’s ten times better than a cell phone.
  3. As many books as you want and you can organize them by genre. There’s countless history, science, romance, fantasy, real-life, etc. books you can read on Kindle. Plus, plenty of free classics.
  4. Very simple to use. You don’t have to be a complete tech geek to figure it out.
  5. Can also play music or read the book to you.
  6. Like graphic novels or magazines? Kindle can still do it.
  7. Supports various types of formats. If there’s one it can’t, you can simply convert it with Calibre which is a free software.
  8. You can change font sizes which is really useful for me since my eyesight isn’t very good.
  9. Is complete with a dictionary and taking notes on Kindle is very simple.
  10. Battery lasts for quite a while and you don’t need a computer to charge it. The Kindle cord can be used with computers or house sockets.
  11. If you buy a Kindle with internet already included you don’t have to make monthly payments. The internet is yours for as long as you get your Kindle to last. Not to mention it has e-mail and instant ebook downloads with ebook sellers.</p>

<p>Now Kindle and discretion. Kindle is not discrete. Unless you’re reading an extremely controversial books, the Kindle will attract more attention. You’re carrying a $114+ modern and new ebook reader. People will forget they probably spend more money on their cell phones every year than you did with just one purchase. Is it worth it? I think so. Discrete? Probably not unless you buy those special Kindle covers that makes it look like a book which can be $15-$40. As for Nook. It’s usually suggested not to get one due to the financial problems Barnes and Noble has been having recently. The only real notable difference between Kindle and Nook is that Nook has color and is slightly larger.</p>