Kindle
Aug 2nd 2010, 3:31 pm
#17
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Re: Kindle
The reason I was asking about 3G was to see if the books actually downloaded automatically here - if not, it's not worth the extra $$..
However I did call Amazon and for those reading this thread here's the skinny on what they told me: If one manages to get a Kindle in this country (even though their website says they currently do not offer services to the UAE, their 3G map says that they do), you would be able to purchase and download books to your kindle in the UAE. It doesn't matter where your credit card is registered, you would still be able to purchase and download a book.
I think I'll be placing my order today.....
However I did call Amazon and for those reading this thread here's the skinny on what they told me: If one manages to get a Kindle in this country (even though their website says they currently do not offer services to the UAE, their 3G map says that they do), you would be able to purchase and download books to your kindle in the UAE. It doesn't matter where your credit card is registered, you would still be able to purchase and download a book.
I think I'll be placing my order today.....
Aug 3rd 2010, 2:09 am
#18
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Re: Kindle
Do you have the international version? Also, you can download to your computer and transfer via usb so you don't have to wait until you are "home" to stock up on books......
Aug 3rd 2010, 6:26 am
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Re: Kindle
Interesting this was posted, my friend is in the States and will be bringing me back a Kindle DX.
I also asked the same questions.
Another friend bought one in the states, and he uses it here with 3G so for him it is working. I am not so worried about the 3G however as everything can be done on USB, at least with the Kindle DX.
The thing you will need to check is native support for PDF... if your kindle model does not have native PDF support the files will need to be converted and will require the Kindle Amazon service to push the files to you - i think its a 10 cents charge for each document converted?
HTH!
Cheers
I also asked the same questions.
Another friend bought one in the states, and he uses it here with 3G so for him it is working. I am not so worried about the 3G however as everything can be done on USB, at least with the Kindle DX.
The thing you will need to check is native support for PDF... if your kindle model does not have native PDF support the files will need to be converted and will require the Kindle Amazon service to push the files to you - i think its a 10 cents charge for each document converted?
HTH!
Cheers
Aug 3rd 2010, 11:18 am
#20
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Re: Kindle
Interesting this was posted, my friend is in the States and will be bringing me back a Kindle DX.
I also asked the same questions.
Another friend bought one in the states, and he uses it here with 3G so for him it is working. I am not so worried about the 3G however as everything can be done on USB, at least with the Kindle DX.
The thing you will need to check is native support for PDF... if your kindle model does not have native PDF support the files will need to be converted and will require the Kindle Amazon service to push the files to you - i think its a 10 cents charge for each document converted?
HTH!
Cheers
I also asked the same questions.
Another friend bought one in the states, and he uses it here with 3G so for him it is working. I am not so worried about the 3G however as everything can be done on USB, at least with the Kindle DX.
The thing you will need to check is native support for PDF... if your kindle model does not have native PDF support the files will need to be converted and will require the Kindle Amazon service to push the files to you - i think its a 10 cents charge for each document converted?
HTH!
Cheers
Aug 3rd 2010, 4:33 pm
#21
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Re: Kindle
Hi if its the latest version it may even have Wifi! It depends, can you please specify the model you have ordered, is it the Kindle 2 or Kindle DX?
Aug 3rd 2010, 8:31 pm
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Re: Kindle
Aug 24th 2010, 9:26 pm
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Re: Kindle
Looking into getting a Kindle. I've been reading on various expat sites that they do work over here, but I'd like to know how: Amazon says that services to the UAE currently don't exist, but people are managing to get them to work.
I'm assuming that you download to the computer and transfer via USB?
Any help or advice would be appreciated!
I'm assuming that you download to the computer and transfer via USB?
Any help or advice would be appreciated!
Aug 25th 2010, 7:42 am
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Re: Kindle
I have had my kindle since March. It was bought in the UK, but shipped from the US.
I downloaded my first book yesterday in the UAE from the UK Amazon Website which I had set up before I arrived. No probs. Not sure if this is because I had set it up before I arrived.
I downloaded my first book yesterday in the UAE from the UK Amazon Website which I had set up before I arrived. No probs. Not sure if this is because I had set it up before I arrived.
Aug 25th 2010, 6:03 pm
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Re: Kindle
I have had my kindle since March. It was bought in the UK, but shipped from the US.
I downloaded my first book yesterday in the UAE from the UK Amazon Website which I had set up before I arrived. No probs. Not sure if this is because I had set it up before I arrived.
I downloaded my first book yesterday in the UAE from the UK Amazon Website which I had set up before I arrived. No probs. Not sure if this is because I had set it up before I arrived.
Aug 25th 2010, 6:34 pm
#26
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Re: Kindle
MS
I simply accessed the UK Amazon site and it was the usual "one click" option to buy. I have only purchased one book whilst here though. Its the Kindle 2 and it uses what is termed "whispernet" whatever that is. Also my account is set up in the UK.
Not sure that is much help! Good luck though and I would seriously recommend it. I didn't think I would like the idea of not having a book in my hands while reading, but it's surprising how quickly it feels natural.
I simply accessed the UK Amazon site and it was the usual "one click" option to buy. I have only purchased one book whilst here though. Its the Kindle 2 and it uses what is termed "whispernet" whatever that is. Also my account is set up in the UK.
Not sure that is much help! Good luck though and I would seriously recommend it. I didn't think I would like the idea of not having a book in my hands while reading, but it's surprising how quickly it feels natural.
Aug 25th 2010, 9:14 pm
#27
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Re: Kindle
Lucky you.
Mine always says something about wrong location, as if I didn't know myself
Mine always says something about wrong location, as if I didn't know myself
Aug 26th 2010, 12:34 pm
#28
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Re: Kindle
Two friends have kindles, bought in the US but used exclusively in the UAE.
My issues when I investigated were:
dont operate well under extreme temperatures - hot or cold
dont cope with being dropped and i am a clumsy sod
not every author will allow rights for ebooks, such as JK Rowling refused
ebooks usually come out later than a paperback book
amazon.us wont deliever to here, so have to send it to a uk address or find alternative ways to ship
kindle dx was very expensive
Neither of my friends have issues with downloading or receiving books and really do like theirs. I am very tempted but am torn between a kindle dx or an ipad - i know, completely different, but heck, you can only have so many gadgets right? wrong??
My issues when I investigated were:
dont operate well under extreme temperatures - hot or cold
dont cope with being dropped and i am a clumsy sod
not every author will allow rights for ebooks, such as JK Rowling refused
ebooks usually come out later than a paperback book
amazon.us wont deliever to here, so have to send it to a uk address or find alternative ways to ship
kindle dx was very expensive
Neither of my friends have issues with downloading or receiving books and really do like theirs. I am very tempted but am torn between a kindle dx or an ipad - i know, completely different, but heck, you can only have so many gadgets right? wrong??
Aug 26th 2010, 1:47 pm
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Re: Kindle
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If you want the kindle or ipad mostly for reading, Kindle is the way to go. The screen is very page like, so no eye strain. Ipad looks great, but I don't view it as best for reading. For other stuff - yeah.
If you want the kindle or ipad mostly for reading, Kindle is the way to go. The screen is very page like, so no eye strain. Ipad looks great, but I don't view it as best for reading. For other stuff - yeah.
