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xxblushesxx -> Getting Started With Kindle (2/12/2012 8:43:56 AM)

Ok, so I have it on good authority a Kindle Touch is on the way. (and I'm actually quite pleased!)
My question is, can I start an account now and start adding books to my library or do I have to wait for the Kindle to get here?
Also, I will be using HM's Prime Account because as the "prime" holder of the Amazon Prime account, (which we LOVE btw) he gets special perks that I don't. (and he doesn't have a Kindle) is there anything I need to watch out for there?
I'm very excited to get started!



doctorgrey -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/12/2012 8:56:21 AM)

I'm not so sure about all the "HM Blah blah" you posted there, perks and all that. Not a clue.

However, You can open a Kindle account, and download the PC/Laptop application, which will allow you to start building a Library and reading on-screen, should you wish.

When eventually the device is in your possesion, you you should be able to transfer everything.

DrG



OsideGirl -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/12/2012 8:58:56 AM)

Yes, you can hold things in your Amazon account and then send them to your Kindle when it arrives.



xxblushesxx -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/12/2012 9:03:02 AM)

Cool. Thank you very much for the quick answers!



DesFIP -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/12/2012 10:13:00 AM)

I'll bite, if HM doesn't have a kindle, then how is he using the Amazon Prime? Are there things other than borrowing books you can do with it?

Doc, HM is the OP's dominant.



kalikshama -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/12/2012 10:37:22 AM)

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I'll bite, if HM doesn't have a kindle, then how is he using the Amazon Prime? Are there things other than borrowing books you can do with it?


Amazon Prime's # 1 benefit is the free two-day shipping.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/prime/ref=amb_link_84306931_4?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=auto-sparkle&pf_rd_r=634B929E3A15460CBEFA&pf_rd_t=301&pf_rd_p=1294973662&pf_rd_i=amazon%20prime



kalikshama -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/12/2012 10:39:24 AM)

Christina, before you buy books, check out your library's ebook selection.

If you or HM are technically inclined, I can point you towards a workaround if they only have epub format and not Kindle.



xxblushesxx -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/12/2012 10:47:15 AM)

We get free two day delivery on Amazon Prime eligible items (we don't have to hit a certain price point) Next day delivery of Amazon Prime eligible purchases for $3.99. Unlimited streaming movies and television, and the Kindle lending library.



xxblushesxx -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/12/2012 10:51:36 AM)

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ORIGINAL: kalikshama

Christina, before you buy books, check out your library's ebook selection.

If you or HM are technically inclined, I can point you towards a workaround if they only have epub format and not Kindle.


I'm nerdy enough to have found that out, but I may be asking questions regarding which ones work the best! : )



xxblushesxx -> Update: I LOVE My Kindle! (2/17/2012 10:30:53 PM)

The Kindle touch is just a wonderful little gadget! It's perfect for what I wanted it for. It's very well made, and I've read lots of cool stuff with it! I will add some great links tomorrow.
Just wanted to let you know the verdict.
I highly recommend this device if you're looking for a device that is almost strictly a reader, but with sound capabilities for "read to me" and audio books.



FrostedFlake -> RE: Update: I LOVE My Kindle! (2/18/2012 12:09:08 AM)

I hope you have noticed Project Gutenberg.

http://www.gutenberg.org/

Project Gutenberg offers over 38,000 free ebooks

quote:

Terms of Use

Our ebooks are free in the United States because their copyright has expired. They may not be free of copyright in other countries. Readers outside of the United States must check the copyright laws of their countries before downloading or redistributing our ebooks. We also have a number of copyrighted titles, for which the copyright holder has given permission for unlimited non-commercial worldwide use.



xxblushesxx -> RE: Update: I LOVE My Kindle! (2/18/2012 7:18:13 AM)

Thank you. :) I know I have to convert them to another format, and right now, I'm using the e-books I'm ordering for a very specific purpose, so they have to be very specific books. But I'll def. browse there when I'm "just looking'.



thishereboi -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/19/2012 5:05:37 AM)


quote:

ORIGINAL: DesFIP

I'll bite, if HM doesn't have a kindle, then how is he using the Amazon Prime? Are there things other than borrowing books you can do with it?

Doc, HM is the OP's dominant.




You can stream movies and tv shows to your computer or tv. You don't have to watch them on your kindle. You also get discounts on a lot of stuff with a prime account.

Blushes, you should be able to get stuff and send it to your "cloud" and then download it to your kindle when it arrives. At least that is how it works with the fire.



xxblushesxx -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/19/2012 7:15:50 AM)

I haven't started using the cloud app yet, but I do have the kindle now and I love it! Thank you, Thb!



Soyokaze -> RE: Getting Started With Kindle (2/21/2012 5:09:00 PM)

You can only stream certain content for free. A lot of the movies/TV shows on amazon will still cost you (the free stuff will say watch for free and you can filter non-free stuff out of the lists). Not that I'm complaining, I have amazon prime. Just thought it was worth noting.



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