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I like the size and using the largest font I can leave it laying in my lap still read it. Hubby has the original size but we wanted the ability to have maps be bigger when we use guide books on the Kindle.Get more detail about Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally – Latest Generation.

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I started with the original Kindle 1 (still working fine after 2 years) and switched to the DX about a year ago for the screen size and the larger memory. Having added the newest update, I thought it was time to review the purchase.

Overall, I love the Kindle DX and have no regrets about my purchase. The new collections are nice, although I probably won't use the new social media features. The large screen gives more of a "book" feel, especially since I read with the larger font sizes. I buy about 3/4 of my books directly from Amazon as they have the best selection, but there are a number of other websites that sell Kindle-friendly books, so I'm not tied to the one store. The wireless works fine, although I wouldn't want to try to surf the web with it. Since I'd rather not be distracted while reading, that's fine.

The final rating is 4.5 (not allowed on the system). The only reason I can't rate my Kindle a "5" is the connection of the battery use to the amount of books. I've found that when I get close to using about 25% of the available memory on the Kindle, the battery will drain faster, even after all books have been indexed. The features also slow down significantly - for instance the search within the book feature will slow down, even though the search doesn't involved the other books on the system. I initially thought my Kindle was defective. I spoke to customer service a number of times and was told that I really shouldn't keep a large number of books on the Kindle - they should be kept in archives until needed. That was good advice and I haven't had trouble since I moved a large amount of items to archives (or my computer for the non-Amazon books). However, since Amazon advertises that the DX holds 3500 books, it would be nice if having over 1,000 books on the Kindle did not cause problems.Get more detail about Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally – Latest Generation.

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Fantastic news, On July 7, Amazon ships a new Kindle DX that features" a new graphite enclosure and an all new, high contrast electronic ink display with 50 percent better contrast for the clearest text and sharpest images"

I do not own a Kindle of any kind. I just wanted to buy one for months. Here is why I decided to wait.

Both K2 and Kindle DX are pioneering new products. Regarding Kindle DX, among praises, I read about the incompatibility to download content for an owner of K1. The reviewer lost the subscriptions to older magazines and he decided to wait for a future K3. Also K2 can not read pdf documents "natively", but Kindle DX does. Why?

I just returned from a Best Buy store and I looked at the Sony and Barnes & Noble readers. I also had a look at Apple's new tablet, which is much more than a reader, although it is marginally more expensive than Kindle DX in its lowest price 16k version. For $10 more, the iTablet does much more than Kindle DX

I spend up to 12 hours in front of computer, as I work in the high tech. I am no Luddite. My gut feeling after today, is to wait. Amazon started the Kindle revolution, yet the product definition of the reader changes weekly. No one is able to read Fifteen thousands reviews. But after reading a sample of 10 reviews, and looking around at.
alternatives, my gut feeling says "not yet".

June 27, 2010: Here is the rumor that will affect the design of the next the next Kindle: "With the next generation of tablet computers doubling as e-readers, consumers will now be able to view books and magazines in color, something lacking on Amazon's popular Kindle."

June 28, 2010 : My review is for those considering the purchase. I think waiting a few months, we can buy a much better Kindle, that responds to the competitive threats recently created. One can not ignore the iTablet existence.

June 30, 2010: The price was adjusted to $379. Thanks Amazon. I hope this review made a little contribution.

July 1, 2010 : I am flattered by the number of comments this post generated. Please read them. The contributors suggest, color, ability to loan books and full compatibility with Kindle 1 and 2 as desired functionalities, at a competitive price.

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Due to be extinct shortly. Can only be used for black and white reading. Color mags wouldn't want to be on a Kindle; color newspapers like USA Today lose pictures and nice colors on a Kindle; and texts with graphs/daigrams that use color are pretty hard to see on the Kindle. So what's left? Books -- lots of books -- financial and business newspapers and magazines (few pictures/little color); story and essay magazines (few to no pictures); pdf files (which Kindle doesn't allow any notetaking on); and e-mail. But in these areas, the Kindle is great! But I would like not only this, but ALL the magazines I subscribe to, with color photos, USA Today with all its color and all its photos, textbooks with color graphs, and the ability to take notes on pdf files.

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NOT READY FOR THE SERIOUS/ACADEMIC READER...There is no way to organize the 500-750 journal and periodical articles and book chapter PDFs that make up more than 50% of my reading. The controls are not on both sides any more, and missing the rubber knobbly backing of the earlier models, it slides on flat surfaces. It can't be upgraded to more memory, and if the battery goes bad, Amazon wants me to send it back to them for replacement-I don't know about you guys, but I can't take two days off from my reading schedule without seriously messing up my semester, much less the two week turn-around this takes.There needs to be a way for the owner to self-organize folders, pages or tags to manage the large numbers of pdfs and books I want to have at hand. Having said all this, it is breathtakingly close to what's needed. I sent mine back for a refund after one week. The frustration of an "almost" great tool was just too much to bear. I'll wait another year for someone to create the reader I need instead of settling for "almost...."Get more detail about Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally – Latest Generation.

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The description of the Kindle DX on the Amazon web site accurately describes this reading device, so no need to describe its features. The Kindle that was sent loaded its software and has never stopped since. The wireless aspects of this Kindle is amazing in that it works quickly even in areas where my wireless signal is normally weak. The software can be navigated by anyone with a moderate amount of computer savvy (if this is your first computer, then it will take much longer - find a 10 year old to help you at first). While not as easy as I would like, the software does get the job done. Relative to the view screen, it is black and white - actually 15 shades of gray and white. It can be read in the bright sun. However, if you want to clearly see pictures (especially in color), then this device is not for you. However, if you are an avid reader, then this is the recommended device, especially if you are older and need to use the zoom features. The amount of material both free and for a moderate to low price is more than anyone will read in a lifetime. And don't forget that it is fun as well!

I would have given the review 5 stars except that given the competition for readers currently out there, the item can be considered too pricey. However, not wanting to wait any longer after researching various readers on the internet, I did not want to wait any longer. I considered other similar devices (IPad and other tablet devices that are in color) but did not purchase them for three main reasons: the Kindle DX can be read most any lighting without eye strain, the wireless connection does not cost me a penny whereas most of the other devices involve a monthly fee or `service charge,' and a dedicated reader makes the most sense given my needs.
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I bought this after using a glossy screen MacBook Pro for reading for about a year, which resulted in me getting bigger prescription glasses. I was very delighted to hear about Kindle, apparently purpose built to not put a strain on the eyes.

After using Kindle DX for 2 months (daily reading) I must say it's not quite what I expected.

The screen doesn't reflect much light, but you still have to consider the angle if you want to enjoy a comfortable reading. The backlighting is way too dark. In fact, I think there is no backlighting on this device. A normal paper (book, newspaper, magazine) is far more visible than the Kindle under the same lighting conditions.

It requires one of those attached lights for consistent use, which I assume will considerably shorten its battery life.

The screen is quite sensitive. I didn't get a screen protector, nor a cover for the device, but I highly recommend them (especially the cover).

The global wi-fi works great even at the edge of its declared coverage area (I've used it in Eastern Europe) but it's only available for use within the Amazon store.

Battery life is also great. I recharged it three times in two months of daily reading (2 - 4 hours every day), although you must shut off the wi-fi to get the most of it.

The size of the screen is perfect, and so is its weight, even if you feel like resting your arms after a full hour of holding it up for a good reading position.

The ease of use is a five star, even if the response time of the device is very slow (only compared to a notebook), and I understand efforts have been made to improve this. It's not something you can't get used to, but it does feel strange after using a laptop all day long.

As I travel a lot and I do like to read just as much, this product is a valuable asset by replacing a couple of dozen pounds in my suitcase. But because of the weak lighting it will probably be used half the time it was intended to.

I still wouldn't buy a iPad for the same money, although many would not agree, but this device need more work put into before it becomes what it is meant to. So, I would say, for a second version, it's not bad, but it's overpriced.

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I have used the Kindle DX for about a month now, and I really like the device. However, I would have loved it to support open standards and password protected PDF files, which it doesn't.

I was a bit surprised that it ran out of battery in a little over a week - without being used!

So, if you plan on buying ebooks from other places than Amazon, I would probably get a different device, if I was in a purchase situation again.Get more detail about Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally – Latest Generation.

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Okay, I purchased my Kindle in mid-April, and never really got a chance to read on it until a month later. I was a bit disappointed with the screen. It was definitely not like physical book reading. I had to have on not only a lamp, but overhead lights, and then scoot closest to the light source. Was I going blind????!! However, the ability of downloading books and documents to read on the go is the best thing since sliced bread. I hate to say I don't even want to carry real books anymore. I also didn't like the price--I thought it was way too expensive for a reader. What would make this better? A cheaper price and school books. Come on schools! I'll pay for the PDF documents, just get those ebooks going!

So I was almost devastated when I saw the lower priced graphite Kindle DX. The best thing about it was the changed screen, but it didn't have other things I would have liked, so I wasn't too upset. Then I finally turned on the wifi on my Kindle. Yes, I've had this almost three months and never used the wifi. I saw that the update downloaded automatically, and, blam, a noticeably updated screen.

This Kindle will tide me over for quite a while. Too bad I didn't get in on the lower price, but hey, that's the way it goes sometime. I feel that another refresh will lower the DX to $299...a very competitive price. Hopefully a color screen and "even better" screen viewing will also come next. Otherwise, great device!

Oh, I use the m-edge synthetic leather cover that does not have a closure strap (m-Edge GO!). It looks great, and protects my Kindle from dust. However the device protection is just "okay"; the binding could be better.Get more detail about Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally – Latest Generation.

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I am the new Kindle DX wireless reading device with a 9.7" display. I am new and bigger than the previous Kindle. I am a better Kindle. I have a
Beautiful Large Display: 9.7" diagonal e-ink screen that reads like real paper; boasts 16 shades of gray for clear text and sharp images.

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I am Slim: Just over 1/3 of an inch, as thin as most magazines. I am easy to hold and carry.
I can deliver Books In Under 60 Seconds: Get books delivered wirelessly in less than 60 seconds; no PC required.

I am 3G Wireless: 3G wireless lets you download books right from your Kindle DX; no monthly fees, no annual contracts, and no hunting for Wi-Fi hotspots

I can offer Global Coverage: Enjoy 3G wireless coverage at home or abroad in over 100 countries. See details. Check wireless coverage map.

I can Carry Your Library: Holds up to 3,500 books, periodicals, and documents.
I have a Long Battery Life: Read for up to one week on a single charge with wireless on. Turn wireless off and read for up to two weeks.

Use the Social Networks: Share your passion for reading with friends and family by posting favorite passages to Twitter and Facebook directly from your Kindle

I have a Built-In PDF Reader: Carry and read all of your personal and professional documents on the go with Native PDF. Now with Zoom capability to easily view small print and detailed tables or graphics.

I have an Auto-Rotating Screen: Display auto-rotates from portrait to landscape as you turn the device so you can view full-width maps, graphs, tables, and Web pages

I have Read-to-Me: With the text-to-speech feature, Kindle DX can read newspapers, magazines, blogs, and books out loud to you, unless the book's rights holder made the feature unavailable

I offer a Large Selection: Over 620,000 books and the largest selection of the most popular books people want to read, including 109 of 112 New York Times® Best Sellers, plus U.S. and international newspapers, magazines, and blogs. For non-U.S. customers, content availability and pricing will vary. Check your country.

Find Out-of-Copyright, Pre-1923 Books: Over 1.8 million free, out-of-copyright, pre-1923 books are available to read on Kindle, including titles such as The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, Pride and Prejudice, and Treasure Island. Learn more

Find Low Book Prices: New York Times® Best Sellers and new releases from $9.99.

Get Free Book Samples: Download and read first chapters for free before you decide to buy .

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Pros: Easy to use, right out of the box, it was no hassle at all to get my DX up and running.

Whispersynch works well, though the wireless burns through the battery in a big hurry. Download speeds are respectable in my area, and you can't beat free for the price of access.

E-ink is hands-down the best reading medium available on any reader. Looks just like a printed page, I often forget that I'm using an e-reader; there is very little of a media barrier between reader and material.

The 9.7" screen is excellent for reading PDFs and anything containing illustrations. Excellent visibility and contrast, looks as good as newsprint or better.

File management is straightforward and easy to use. Search function is convenient as well, and notations are easy to enter into text.

Kindle for PC integrates well with my DX, makes it easy to pick up where I left off between devices.

Cons: As mentioned above, wireless use is a major drain on battery life. Any amount of web browsing that goes past the odd bit of wikipedia will cut your charge time in half or more.

The browser itself is a beta product, and it shows. Crashes have been a common experience for me through the month or so I've had my DX, resulting in system resets. This is an easy enough flaw to overlook, and it is clearly marked as an experimental feature, so realistic expectations kept this from being a very strong mark against it.

Kindle for Blackberry needs to be brought up to speed; does not synch fully, doesn't seem to synch notes at all.

Keyboard is difficult to use, the keys themselves are annoying and oddly designed. It works, but not especially well.

The biggest con for the DX is price, hands down. Had the price drop on the Kindle 2 come before I purchased my DX, I absolutely would have gone with the 6" model instead. How Amazon can justify charging nearly twice as much for a bigger screen and 2GB of storage is beyond me.

I would recommend to anyone who was a regular reader that they get a Kindle, just not the DX. The Kindle 2 does everything its big brother does, and just as well. Anyone who needs more than 2GB of books with them at a time is a much more voracious reader than I am, the storage is more than sufficient. I currently have over 200 books on my DX, and it's not even a third full; I can't imagine needing much more than that. Some may wish to load up MP3s or audiobooks, but it seems to me that those seeking an MP3 player likely already have one. Personally, I justified the extra expense because of textbooks for university and PDFs, but in hindsight this rationalization feels a bit foolish. Save yourself the $170 and buy the K2 instead, you'll feel much happier about your purchase in the end.Get more detail about Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally – Latest Generation.

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The product is excellent. The features that really stand out are:

Adjustable text size. Great for the visually impaired or when room lighting is not so good.
Ease of buying books.
You can sample a book before you buy it.
Free wireless connectivity for shopping and buying books.
Being able to sync betwwen my kindle and my computer.

I would like to see:

News papers and magazines for Australia
Automatic product firmware udates via wireless so that the product always has the latest features.
Better handling of PDF Files.
A user software utility that will let you convert PDF and Word docs to the Amazon format (.azw).

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I wasn't sure whether to purchase the Kindle DX Latest Generation, or one of the new flat computers that recently hit the market. Much to my pleasure, I purchased the former.

I am absolutely thrilled with the Kindle! It is a wonderful device to read printed material, but also has an excellent text to voice system. Downloading books is simple and quick--seldom more than a minute. It does not have distracting functions, such as games; it is a reading device. I often drive long distances. The Kindle permits me to continue "reading" although I may have to drive several hundred miles. Granted, the voice is not the same as a person reading, but it is quite close.

I can actually see a potential purpose of the Kindle in teaching illiterate individuals to read. Please consider the potential teaching aspect of this device! At the very least, it will give those who have not learned to read insight into the wonderful world they are missing.


Jim Schoenhaar

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I have been a user of the Kindle DX for almost a year and even though I do not use all of the features I am ready to give this device an extremely high rating.

I travel for a living and I am the guy who always has several books in his bag just to pass the time, of course carrying books really adds to the weight load. The kindle solved all of that, I now travel with this slim light weight device , not only does it hold the 3k plus books it also carries a good conversation too. I have met more people who want to know more about the device and of course since I am willing that leads to other conversations.
As of now I have only seen one Sony reader in the airport everyone else with ebooks all have kindles, all generations but not as many Dx's. I think the new model with the price drop will change that.

Now recently I did have a problem, the screen on my kindle was acting up, I could not get it to display anything correctly ( I do not know if I dropped it without realizing it or if it was screen malfunction) I was traveling on a flight and when I got to my hotel I called tech support to help find a fix , their was none but since I was still under warranty they overnighted me a new one to my hotel, I had it the next day. I did not expect to get service like that. Awesome!

All in all, the connivance of traveling with my books, a book store ( Amazon) no monthly fees, Long lasting batteries ( I charge it every few weeks.) Previews of books before you buy and the changing of the fonts to a larger size are all features for both kindles ( II and DX.) that I love. The DX adds to that with a larger screen , crisp black and white images that fit the screen and taking pdf files from work and reading them on the kindle., I also like the new feature of posting excerpts of what you are reading to face book and the new folder system for organizing books

The features under experimental tab like voice and web are things that I have played with but I do not use them or depend on them.

The one thing I pondered on before buying my kindle was would my mind miss the look of the print, I was half way through my first book on the kindle before I asked myself that question again. The answer, I didn't notice the change.
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Everything functions like it should. I love the slender size which makes it very easy to put away or store when not in use. The battery life is awesome especially if the Wifi is off. Downloading books is a breeze and very easy to set up on your computer if your ereader is not available.

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Dear sirs,
My current feeling is unhappy to see an article in the newspaper that Amazon said that a new model will be introduced within a few weeks. Very disappointed to see the sudden announcement in the domestic paper in Japan, not directry from your company as a manner of an pre-anoouncement to the consumer!
Please think it if the company will launch a new model which will be almost the same but some improved one.
The company should disclose the news with a sound pre-announcement to avoide uneasiness of the consumers.
If I knew the information at least in eary June this year (one and half month before!!), I have not bought the article and, might have 100% waited for the new one.
I am deeply discouraged to see such a manner of Amazon. In my mind, I think Amazon is a very nice company as a consumer oriented, that's why such a manner could not shown for the customer this time.
I would like you to understand such a case like me and to pay attention some possible consideration and or treatment for such a case of mine.
Your reply wiil be much appreciated.
Vest regards,
Takuo Konno

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It has taken awhile to finally get a review written but here it is. I have owned the DX since the beginning of this year till just the other day (I sold it so I can buy the newest DX).

Pros:

Display: If you are an avid reader and you want an e-reader then this is the one. Why? Because of the screen. Despite the bloggers who are coming to the defense of reading on the iPad (which I also own) reading for an extended amount of time on an LCD screen does eventually strain the eyes. It strains the eyes, because ... well, it is literally a portable computer screen that has the same type of backlit display. Not to knock the iPad because it is awesome in its own right - just don't get one if your just gonna read books on it. I have read on both and I can say that the e-ink display of the Kindle is by far the best display of the two. This is of course if you are an avid reader and will be using it more than 30 minutes a day to read a book, if you are a light or occasional reader then maybe display is not that much of a factor for you.

Weight: It is lighter. It is, if I did my math right, 20% lighter than the iPad, which just adds to the convenience of the device by not being bulky or heavy. It makes it really easy to read wherever you want, within reason of course.

Battery: The battery life is amazing. With the Wireless shut off (since you don't need to keep that running all the time) the battery lasts for two weeks worth of reading. The iPad lasts for a good day or so.

Visibility: The Kindle, as advertised, is a great device to take outside to read. I'm not big on reading outside but I do like reading in natural light, say by the window in my reading chair. The iPad is not a good reader for any type of bright light shining on it because of its glossy screen. When the light shines on it you get the reflected light in your eyes as well as all the images that are reflecting off the glass. Some people are saying the iPad is better because you can read in the dark (which I am not sure how many people do that unless they want to fall asleep). The iPad does have more fonts and brightness control but in the end the visibility is greater for the Kindle because it can go more places. Not only is the Kindle better on your eyes, it can be read in multiple settings without worry of distracting reflections.

Cons:

Options: There is only one font you can read books in as opposed to the 6 or so of the iPad. I would like to see more options in the fonts a book can be read in.

Organization: The Kindle DX is alright when it comes to navigation but it could be a lot better. One thing the iPad has that Kindle does not is the ability to organize your books through the use of iTunes. I wish Amazon would do something so readers can organize and edit author names when necessary since some ebook publishers have different ways of listing the author. However, if these two things are all, critique wise, which for me they are, I can sacrifice the organization and font options to have something that is hands down the best reader out there. That's why it still gets 5 of 5!Get more detail about Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally – Latest Generation.

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Was following the product since it came out. Was vary about using it in India. Ordered it online & got it delivered to my doorstep in 4 days. It was a cinch. Have downloaded books & periodicals. This can be done anywhere with phone connectivity, uses the EDGE network.
Currently have only used it in Bombay & Delhi. It actually takes only 5-10 minutes to read the content from time of purchase & the purchases can be done on the Kindle itself.
I am a voracious reader & a bibliophile. Even though I love the feel of a well produced book, leather bound or hardback, the ease & convenience an ebook provides makes it a must have. Its just better technology to read more & read better. It cuts down weight especially when flying. You no longer have to make sacrifices of what to carry when you go on a trip.
Its also possible to get older titles of classics at lesser rates. It is a great device for portability & sheer storage.
The battery life of the product is good, you just have to remember to turn the wireless off as that is the battery drainer.
In the accessories dept, after a lot of research I decided to skip the light ( I use my fishing headlamp) as nothing seemed to be right. I got the Gomadic charger set & that arrived & functons without complaint. I may go in for a AA battery extender to increase portability & independence from electric sources.
I got the brown leather M Edge cover. Fits & functions well. Makes it look like a leather folder. Feels secure & I am reading my kindledx 9.7 in it. It is not heavy on the hands. Maybe I will attempt War & Peace at last!

There is only one con as a person who needs & uses books on photography- the product is greyscale & the pictures are in the best of times dull & lacking contrast, even for originally monochromatic images. .
I dont want to put the hard-to-use keyboard as a con, becaue this is not its primary function, but it is inconvenient enough to make ordering content on your computer.

The one control feature that needs improvement is the joystick. Often, pressing down will push the cursor up to the next item on the menu-- yes, not if you do it gingerly, but then how many of us are ginger fingered.

I am going to download the Shortcuts for Kindle to see if there is a way of freezing the orientation of the text to either portrait or landscape as sometimes, when lying down, your hand changes direction & the format of the layout changes. You have to turn it around to realign it. Not too much of a problem but I hope there is a key.

I recommend this to serious readers despite the cost & if you are one of those who reads several books at a time- your bread has been sliced!

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This review is for Kindle DX (2nd Generation). In short, I would say that e-readers (not just Kindle)revolutionized the reading experience. Besides everything that's been already mentioned ("carrying" many books with you, ease of reading, tree-saving, etc, etc), for language learners these devices are a big deal. Because now, you don't have to be chained to a computer in order to see text and listen. With this readers you now can do this anywhere. Anyway, here are pros and cons of Kindle DX, IMHO:

Pros:

1. Bigger screen is a plus. It does help.
2. I don't know why Amazon is not specifying the fact that if you want to read a book in other language then PDF format is the way to go. For me, support for Cyrillic characters was a must have. I uploaded several books in PDF format that are in Cyrillic and bingo, I am able to read them on Kindle. I assume, it would work the same for other languages (non Latin-based).
3. Collection creation capability after I installed the upgrade is a big hit with me. Everything now looks very organized. Just keep in mind that you cannot create collections outside of Kindle (like on the computer while Kindle is plugged in via USB). It won't work. Just drop your books/documents into the 'documents' folder and then use Kindle to create collections and add/remove books from them. In fact, not a single collection you create on Kindle will show up on the computer.
4. The conversion feature is cool. I use the one via email (the free conversion). It works and it's easy.
5. Battery life (with wireless off, of course)is a big deal, certainly a feature that iPad lovers cannot enjoy (at least for now).
6. I hope that Amazon will stick to the paper-like reading experience. This is the reading device after all.
7. The ability to change font size is a beautiful. However, for some reason, when it comes to pdf files I was having some difficulties with zooming.

Cons and neutrals:

1. Instead of that 5-way controller I would prefer to have something like a touch pad or a wheel. If, for example, I want to look up a word in a book, first I need to click on the controller to activate the cursor, then with the same controller scroll down and to the side (if the word is in the middle). With touch pad it could work very much like moving a cursor on the computer - right away to the location desired.
2. You would definitely feel the weight of the device, especially if you buy a leather jacket. So keep that in mind when you want to choose a cover for it.
3. You can only use the dictionary provided with Kindle (Oxford American). I was told that this will change. But my guess is that you can load another dictionary in AZW or Mobi format then you can do look ups outside of a book or document. It would be nice to also be able to use dual-language dictionaries.
4. Calling features like music and internet browsing 'experimental' should be the thing of the past. Why not really call it 'Music' and 'Internet'?
5. 3G was never a feature I really cared for, especially because I don't care about wireless deliveries of newspapers and magazines. But I tried to browse Internet with Kindle's basic browser and it's decent. If you want to quickly look up something (more like a reference-type of information) then it's doing an OK job with that, even though the browsing speed will not awe you.
6. Ability for memory expansion should really be considered.
7. The device that has maybe only Wi-Fi but not 3G would be also a nice addition to the Kindle family and will keep the cost of Kindle down.
8. Support of additional formats would be nice (ePUB?)
9. How about a slide out keyboard to decrease the bulkiness of the DX?

And that's pretty much it. Overall, I love it and would recommend it to anyone.

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This device needs additional navigation buttons on the left - more so than the smaller version, because it's heavier. This is so obvious that it makes you wonder whether Amazon is listening to user feedback at all.

The saving grace is that the contrast is better, otherwise I would have given it zero stars ;-)Get more detail about Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally – Latest Generation.

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I've had 2 days with my new Kindle DX2, I had been waiting for a price drop and purchased it in the first hours of its availability. Have several dozen books on it (had been building a wish list for a year) and have had the days free to read and play with the device. I'm a voracious reader, have thousands of books, and the idea of always having new books, and my favorites at hand is a dream-come-true. The DX size was a requirement for me, the basic unit is too small because I use larger fonts and read quickly.

Best features:
* the display is excellent. Indoors or out in the sun, it is easy to read, and I forget about the electronic display and get absorbed in the reading, just like a book.
* variable font size - I've been purchasing some large-print versions of my favorite books, my aging eyes require reading glasses, and this alone would justify the purchase (assuming the display is great).
* book access - the Kindle store, free books, PDFs, could hardly be easier.
* PDF files - I've imported several PDF files. Depending on the source, some are displayed well but the variable font size on magnifies or decreases the page size; PDF's that are crudely formated in the source, are not so well presented.
* FOLDERS! - called Collections, I can organize the books into categories and easily navigate to them (this was my number one requested improvement), though it is tedious to assign many files as each must be done individually with several steps required to complete the assignment.
* size of storage - it will hold thousands of books; this is really important because when I travel, I never know what I'll be in the mood to read. (I have that problem with my audio devices' music selection). A large selection (and the ease of adding new ones) will provide the variety of selection I'd like to have with me.
* bookmarks, notes - though the keyboard is very slow for typing

What could be better:
* the keyboard is cumbersome to use (really voice-recognition is what I'd prefer, my PC's have that and I use it, like now)
* weight is acceptable, but lighter would be nice
* assignable buttons on both sides (I use it "upside-down" so I can turn the pages with my left hand, that works)
* more supported file formats and some easy to use formating software
* lower prices on some books
* faster display (though I'm happy with it now)
** book selection. Surprisingly, many of my favorite books are still not available for Kindle. "One Hundred Years of Solitude", "Narcissus and Goldmund", Rilke's poetry, lots of esoteric writings and many specific translations of great classics (Dante, the Iliad, etc.) the free ones are not my preferences.

Bottom line: It's a keeper, I'm very happy with it, am sure I'll buy another in a couple of years, when there's enough reasons to move on. If you read enough to justify the cost, then it's an easy decision; if you're only an occassional reader, you probably not reading this review.Get more detail about Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 9.7" Display, Graphite, 3G Works Globally – Latest Generation.

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Comparison of Kindle DX (White) to DX (Graphite). The black images are sharper, and you can immediately see the difference. The ink looks richer, darker and more like an actual book. The graphite body color does make the "page" background appear whiter, along with the improved contrast.

Form Factor: Very nicely balanced, light weight, but solidly build. Keys have a nice tactile touch when depressed.

Screen: Good readability in moderate light, but fantastic readability in direct light. Excellent indoors usage when using a "Daylight" compact fluorescent lamp. Screen has a matte finish, which will show some glare from light bulbs, but you just tilt the device slightly to eliminate it.

Latest version 2.5 update: Best feature was the addition of categories. You create custom categories, and then assign books and PDFs. With 80 or so books and subscriptions, I used to have about 5 pages of items to scroll thru. Now with 4 categories, I have less than one page of items, and my "home/first page" is now like a "main menu". Much easier to find stuff.

Comparing the Kindle DX to the iPad: I stopped by the Apple store and compared the DX to the iPad. The iPad had too much glare and harsh contrast when compared to the Kindle. Also, the fonts were crisper and easier to read on the Kindle.

PDF reading: My personal preference is to have larger fonts, so having a PDF document shrunk down to the 9.7 inch screen was not something I found useful. There is zoom functionality for PDF files, but it's a little cumbersome maneuvering the zoom outline box around with the small joy stick button.


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