Kindel or other 'e-book reader' tablet type question... - GoFuckYourself.com

CurrentlySober · 05-04-2013, 01:45 AM

If I wanted to buy someone (A non techy 65 year old) who loved books an e-reader thingy, and also give her a pre paid gift card, for say $100 so she could choose stuff to read...

Aside from needing an internet connection to do the download... Would she also need a computer to use it as well, or is it 'self contained?'

Also, given the situation above, what is my best choice to purchase?

I am not that up to date with this specific tech, so sorry if its a stupid question...

TIA xxx

CurrentlySober · 05-04-2013, 01:50 AM

By internet connection, I'm actually thinking public wifi as opposed to a 'hard' connection like I have attached to a PC or a mac...

kane · 05-04-2013, 03:07 AM

I have a Kindle Fire and love it. You don't need a computer, but you can use one if you want. You buy the book you want and they send it instantly to your Kindle. If she would need to use free wifi she could just go there, connect and download her books.

It is easy to use, plus the Fire also has apps and an internet browser if she needs that (there are other Kindles that are just e-readers).

Amazon has a ton of content including many books for under $4. They have at least four books per day that they sell for $1 and many older books are $2-$3. These older books include things by big authors. The other day I got a Stephen King book The Dome for $2.

I can highly recommend it.

Antonio · 05-04-2013, 03:22 AM

65 yo? Go for an e-book reader rather than a tablet, Kindle has different versions, some with both wi-fi and 3G and others with wi-fi only.

I use my tablet to read e-books, but the e-readers have better screens, designed for longer reading; my tablet also has a battery that doesn't last too long, while most good readers (I think) have batteries that don't need recharging every hour or two

TrashyGirl · 05-04-2013, 04:01 AM

Kindle series recharge thru a USB cable to a powered up computer. if your friend would not be able to recharge this way on a regular basis, you might way to get an AC charger. Also some type of protection case might be a nice idea.

DWB · 05-04-2013, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrashyGirl

Kindle series recharge thru a USB cable to a powered up computer. if your friend would not be able to recharge this way on a regular basis, you might way to get an AC charger. Also some type of protection case might be a nice idea.

You can get an AC charger for the Kindle and bypass the computer. However, if you want to download books you will need an internet connection.

I have the basic model Kindle and it is all I need. Very happy with it.

Rochard · 05-04-2013, 08:28 AM

I have an old Kindle, everyone else here has the newer HD ones. Very easy once you have things set up. Just search and buy.

I have a huge library of books and one at a time I am moving them over to the Kindle.

AaronM · 05-04-2013, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CurrentlySober

If I wanted to buy someone (A non techy 65 year old) who loved books an e-reader thingy, and also give her a pre paid gift card, for say $100 so she could choose stuff to read...

Aside from needing an internet connection to do the download... Would she also need a computer to use it as well, or is it 'self contained?'

Also, given the situation above, what is my best choice to purchase?

I am not that up to date with this specific tech, so sorry if its a stupid question...

TIA xxx

Since when can you afford such things?

candyflip · 05-04-2013, 08:30 AM

Some of them don't even require an additional internet connection.

They have built in Wireless 3G and that's included with the cost. I'm pretty sure both the Kindle and Nook have models that do this.

CurrentlySober · 05-04-2013, 08:47 AM

Thanks all - I'll have to do some more research at my end. I know nothing about ereaders

I thought there might be a 'one-size-fits-all' solution.

Thanks

mikesouth · 05-04-2013, 09:59 AM

My mother (65) loves her color nook I got her no need for a computer just an internet connection

The nook is kinda of a step up from just a reader and a step down from a full blown tablet perfect for her

shake · 05-04-2013, 10:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CurrentlySober

Thanks all - I'll have to do some more research at my end. I know nothing about ereaders

I thought there might be a 'one-size-fits-all' solution.

Thanks

It makes a difference what country the person is in too, Amazon products kind of sucks if you are outside the US. I have a kindle fire, and they won't let me buy apps, movies or do much of anything with it without a US based credit card address.

Just something else to consider.

2013 · 05-04-2013, 10:31 AM

i cunt a4rd a kendel

CurrentlySober · 05-04-2013, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shake

It makes a difference what country the person is in too, Amazon products kind of sucks if you are outside the US. I have a kindle fire, and they won't let me buy apps, movies or do much of anything with it without a US based credit card address.

Just something else to consider.

She's in the UK... All she will want to so, is read books on it - Literally...

I just dont wanna get her something really complicated, that means she needs me to get involved every step of the way...

MPGdevil · 05-04-2013, 12:28 PM

Winnie-the-Pooh on Fire

Nathan · 05-04-2013, 12:30 PM

CS, I would not get a kindle fire, if its about reading no need.

Get her a Kindle Paperwhite 3G. Check the size though on the pictures at amazon. http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...684634-2937953

It is not huge, get a cover for it too, and get a charger. Sold seperately both.

With the 3G version she does not even need internet. It is all included, usage of 3G is too, you do not need a card! It works WORLDWIDE, price of using amazon's "whispernet" (basically a deal amazon has with AT&T for worldwide 3G roaming just to download data) is included in book prices.

And it is quite simple to use too, you buy the books right on the device. You can also buy them on any pc logged into your account linked to the device and it automatically get pushed onto the kindle.

Bman · 05-04-2013, 12:34 PM

My dad is that age, couldnt operate a computer to save his life, got a kindle last year and I thought he would never use it, told me he loves it and has stopped buying books at the book store. Just downloads now.
Yeah all you need is the reader and a cc to set up the account.

RubyGoodnight · 05-04-2013, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nathan

CS, I would not get a kindle fire, if its about reading no need.

Get her a Kindle Paperwhite 3G. Check the size though on the pictures at amazon. http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...684634-2937953

It is not huge, get a cover for it too, and get a charger. Sold seperately both.

With the 3G version she does not even need internet. It is all included, usage of 3G is too, you do not need a card! It works WORLDWIDE, price of using amazon's "whispernet" (basically a deal amazon has with AT&T for worldwide 3G roaming just to download data) is included in book prices.

And it is quite simple to use too, you buy the books right on the device. You can also buy them on any pc logged into your account linked to the device and it automatically get pushed onto the kindle.

This. It's exactly what we did for my dad. Enough technology to get the job done, but not too much that it's overwhelming. I've got a Fire and it's great for me, but for my Dad who just wants to read WWII books...way too much.

05-04-2013, 01:45 AM	#1
CurrentlySober Too lazy to wipe my ass Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: A Public Bathroom Posts: 38,555	Kindel or other 'e-book reader' tablet type question... If I wanted to buy someone (A non techy 65 year old) who loved books an e-reader thingy, and also give her a pre paid gift card, for say $100 so she could choose stuff to read... Aside from needing an internet connection to do the download... Would she also need a computer to use it as well, or is it 'self contained?' Also, given the situation above, what is my best choice to purchase? I am not that up to date with this specific tech, so sorry if its a stupid question... TIA xxx __________________ My AI Handywork... My Dream Gal... XXX 👁️ 👍️ 💩

05-04-2013, 01:50 AM	#2
CurrentlySober Too lazy to wipe my ass Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: A Public Bathroom Posts: 38,555	By internet connection, I'm actually thinking public wifi as opposed to a 'hard' connection like I have attached to a PC or a mac... __________________ My AI Handywork... My Dream Gal... XXX 👁️ 👍️ 💩

05-04-2013, 08:28 AM	#7
Rochard Jägermeister Test Pilot Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: NORCAL Posts: 73,342	I have an old Kindle, everyone else here has the newer HD ones. Very easy once you have things set up. Just search and buy. I have a huge library of books and one at a time I am moving them over to the Kindle. __________________ “The choice is no longer between right or left. The choice is between normal and crazy.” - Sarah Huckabee Sanders YNOT MAIL \| THE BEST ADULT MAILING SOLUTION

05-04-2013, 08:30 AM	#9
candyflip Carpe Visio Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New York Posts: 43,058	Some of them don't even require an additional internet connection. They have built in Wireless 3G and that's included with the cost. I'm pretty sure both the Kindle and Nook have models that do this. __________________ Spend you some brain. Email Me

05-04-2013, 08:47 AM	#10
CurrentlySober Too lazy to wipe my ass Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: A Public Bathroom Posts: 38,555	Thanks all - I'll have to do some more research at my end. I know nothing about ereaders I thought there might be a 'one-size-fits-all' solution. Thanks __________________ My AI Handywork... My Dream Gal... XXX 👁️ 👍️ 💩

05-04-2013, 03:07 AM	#3
kane Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: portland, OR Posts: 20,684	I have a Kindle Fire and love it. You don't need a computer, but you can use one if you want. You buy the book you want and they send it instantly to your Kindle. If she would need to use free wifi she could just go there, connect and download her books. It is easy to use, plus the Fire also has apps and an internet browser if she needs that (there are other Kindles that are just e-readers). Amazon has a ton of content including many books for under $4. They have at least four books per day that they sell for $1 and many older books are $2-$3. These older books include things by big authors. The other day I got a Stephen King book The Dome for $2. I can highly recommend it.

05-04-2013, 03:22 AM	#4
Antonio Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Spartaaaaaaaaa Posts: 14,136	65 yo? Go for an e-book reader rather than a tablet, Kindle has different versions, some with both wi-fi and 3G and others with wi-fi only. I use my tablet to read e-books, but the e-readers have better screens, designed for longer reading; my tablet also has a battery that doesn't last too long, while most good readers (I think) have batteries that don't need recharging every hour or two

05-04-2013, 04:01 AM	#5
TrashyGirl Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 1,401	Kindle series recharge thru a USB cable to a powered up computer. if your friend would not be able to recharge this way on a regular basis, you might way to get an AC charger. Also some type of protection case might be a nice idea.

05-04-2013, 09:59 AM	#11
mikesouth Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: My High Horse Posts: 6,334	My mother (65) loves her color nook I got her no need for a computer just an internet connection The nook is kinda of a step up from just a reader and a step down from a full blown tablet perfect for her __________________ Mike South It's No wonder I took up drugs and alcohol, it's the only way I could dumb myself down enough to cope with the morons in this biz.

05-04-2013, 10:31 AM	#13
2013 So Fucking Banned Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: lollling Posts: 4,390	i cunt a4rd a kendel

05-04-2013, 12:28 PM	#15
MPGdevil Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 1,210	Winnie-the-Pooh on Fire

05-04-2013, 12:30 PM	#16
Nathan Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 3,108	CS, I would not get a kindle fire, if its about reading no need. Get her a Kindle Paperwhite 3G. Check the size though on the pictures at amazon. http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...684634-2937953 It is not huge, get a cover for it too, and get a charger. Sold seperately both. With the 3G version she does not even need internet. It is all included, usage of 3G is too, you do not need a card! It works WORLDWIDE, price of using amazon's "whispernet" (basically a deal amazon has with AT&T for worldwide 3G roaming just to download data) is included in book prices. And it is quite simple to use too, you buy the books right on the device. You can also buy them on any pc logged into your account linked to the device and it automatically get pushed onto the kindle. __________________ "Think about it a little more and you'll agree with me, because you're smart and I'm right." - Charlie Munger

05-04-2013, 12:34 PM	#17
Bman Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Redirecting your traffic Posts: 1,679	My dad is that age, couldnt operate a computer to save his life, got a kindle last year and I thought he would never use it, told me he loves it and has stopped buying books at the book store. Just downloads now. Yeah all you need is the reader and a cc to set up the account. __________________ ICQ 228211529