8,266 of 8,418 people found the following review helpful  Fantastic device - pick your Kindle!, September 29, 2011 Having been a little overwhelmed by the choices between all the new Kindles and which one to get, I ordered this new basic $79 Kindle first to take for a spin. So far, I like what I see. I also own a Kindle 3 so that's the only device I can really compare it to at this time (I think a comparison between other tablets and this Kindle is meaningless, this device is all about content and delivery):
1. Form-factor - Compared to the Kindle 3, this Kindle feels more compact, lighter and easier to hold. My hands wrap around this better than K3. Reading books for a few hours at a stretch will be easier on this device compared to the K3. It is the lightest such device I have used compared to all previous Kindles and other tablets.
2. Screen - I personally like the fact that there are no keys on the device and that keys come up on the screen when you need them. Delivers a better overall reading experience. However, navigating through the on-screen keyboard with the 5-way... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews Was this review helpful to you?  
3,296 of 3,387 people found the following review helpful Facts to Consider when Buying This Kindle Instead of Others, September 29, 2011 This review is from: Kindle, Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display - includes Special Offers & Sponsored Screensavers (Electronics) First off, I received my new Kindle this morning. I previously owned the Kindle Keyboard, but actually really didn't like the keyboard or the way the buttons were pressed together. I'm not a fan of touch screens so I bought this one.
There are a few things to know about this particular Kindle that can help you decide if it's right for you...
Here is a list of things to know about this Kindle.
1. You'll be using an onscreen keyboard with the 5-Way Controller. This is not a problem for setting up WiFi and a little writing but if you are an avid note-taker or do a lot of writing with your Kindle, you might want to opt for the Kindle Keyboard.
2. NO AUDIO - If you are planning on listening to audiobooks, Mp3s, or Text to Speech on your Kindle, this is not the device for you. There is not even a headphone jack, so there is absolutely no audio support.
3. 2GB! This device has 2GB of storage, which is half of all the others... if you seriously need... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews Was this review helpful to you?
1,585 of 1,678 people found the following review helpful The most compact Kindle yet. Extremely legible display, snappy performance, September 29, 2011 This review is from: Kindle, Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display - includes Special Offers & Sponsored Screensavers (Electronics) Customer Video Review Length:: 9:38 Mins
I was thrilled to receive my new Kindle. I ordered it Sep 28, chose overnight shipping and it arrived (Sep 29) just a few minutes ago. Usually I use a device for a while before reviewing it. In this case, I felt it was important to do a quick review right away because if it can help you in your purchasing decision, so much the better.
If you are a little perplexed with all the various Kindle models and are wondering if this Is the Kindle for you, here are a few questions for you to consider...
1. Do you need text to speech capability or have the desire to listen to mp3's on your Kindle? If you can live without that, then proceed. This Kindle does not have a speaker thus is not capable of text to speech or playing sounds of any kind including mp3's.
2. Is color important to you? This is not a color Kindle, it is gray-scale. If you are mostly wanting to read books then this will work for you exceedingly well. The e-ink screen... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews Was this review helpful to you? | 
