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Kindle needs replacing. Help needed with decision.

Mizglitz — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 18:49:40 GMT

My kindle recently died, and I need to purchase a new one. Should I get a Fire or should I get the Oasis or just get a plain Kindle. Does anyone know the advantages and disadvantages ( other than cost) And another question...how do I get my books back? I'm assuming you don't lose your books, or I'm really upset. Thanks in advance for any help.

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QVCkitty1 — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 19:19:38 GMT

All I have ever had are paper whites , so I can't help there, however, the books you purchased are in the Amazon cloud and always available in your Amazon acct. under content and devices. You never lose your books .

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tennpal15 — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 19:48:48 GMT

I have the newest Oasis and love it.

I also have the Fire tablet, but it's very heavy and I never really used it to read books ~

That warm light feature on the Oasis is fantastic.

Of course, it's pricier, but worth the money. I also took advantage of the trade-in discount, but I'm not sure if they still have that.

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kitty60 — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 20:02:46 GMT

I have had a Fire for years and love it. It began to act up so my husband purchased me a Samsung Tablet. Honestly, I like the Fire better and may still get another. My books show up on all my devices, Fire, Tablet, phone (installed the kindle app). I love having the app on my phone because if I get stuck someplace I didn't plan on I can always pull up a book.

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Sooner — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 20:07:50 GMT

I have the Paperwhite and the Oasis. I can't really tell you why but I like the Oasis better. I also use the IPad Mini for reading too.

Make sure your Kindle or Oasis can connect to Bluetooth so you can listen to books as well as read. GREAT for Whispersync from Amazon.

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patbz — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 20:14:53 GMT

Big Kindle/Fire fan ( I have bought total of 18 ( for me and immediate family) these devices since they first came out in 2008(?); first Kindle was $400! Currently use latest edition Fire 8 and 10; 8 for being out and about and 10 for at home. You won't lose your books; just go to " manage my devices" on home page and easy directions to transfer to another device. I try to buy replacements when they are on sale, such as recent Prime Day (Fire 8 was $45 and Fire 10 was $79). Bet there's a sale for Labor Day. Also I sometimes buy new, latest edition Fires on EBay ( just look at seller feedback). Fires are no longer heavy but not as light as DHs new Samsung 7 plus ( $750).

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FLgardener — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 20:55:22 GMT

I have not owned a kindle, but I adore my Fire Tablet, 10". I have all but abandoned my laptop.

Emails are easy to check and delete. The graphics and screen definition are great. The Amazon Silk browser is more than adequate. Sound is clear. The books I have downloaded from Prime and the films come in with great clarity.

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Love my grandkids — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 21:04:28 GMT

@Mizglitz I'm well into my 2nd Paper White and wouldn't have anything else! I have about 600 books on it and just love love it. You books are stored in the cloud and it's easy to get them onto your new device.

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jackthebear — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 21:09:30 GMT

@Mizglitz wrote:
My kindle recently died, and I need to purchase a new one. Should I get a Fire or should I get the Oasis or just get a plain Kindle. Does anyone know the advantages and disadvantages ( other than cost) And another question...how do I get my books back? I'm assuming you don't lose your books, or I'm really upset. Thanks in advance for any help.

if you have an ipad you can read your books there, which is what I use, much easier

all your books are in "manage your content tab" tied to your account

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Mizglitz — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 21:35:55 GMT

Thanks for all the helpful replies. I checked and the trade-in is still available- even if the device doesn't work. So every little savings helps. I'll look at my options. I'm so glad that I won't lose my books.

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Bhvbum — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 01:02:11 GMT

it sounds like you want a tablet; the Amazon app is available to download on any device. This could be an iPad for example, it doesn't have to be a Kindle.

I read my kindle books on my Mac Air, my iPhone, and my iPad.

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Nuttmeg — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 15:28:28 GMT

@Mizglitz

A big difference in the Paperwhite and the Fire tablet is that the Paperwhite will allow you to read books in direct sunlight.

I brought a new Fire 10 plus tablet with an Amazon case during Prime Day. The Amazon case was expensive, but very nice quality.

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jackthebear — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 10:37:12 GMT

@Bhvbum wrote:
it sounds like you want a tablet; the Amazon app is available to download on any device. This could be an iPad for example, it doesn't have to be a Kindle.

I read my kindle books on my Mac Air, my iPhone, and my iPad.

books are so much better on the bigger screen but if you don't have an iPad it's a moot point

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Bhvbum — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:43:48 GMT

@jackthebear wrote:
@Bhvbum wrote:
it sounds like you want a tablet; the Amazon app is available to download on any device. This could be an iPad for example, it doesn't have to be a Kindle.

I read my kindle books on my Mac Air, my iPhone, and my iPad.
books are so much better on the bigger screen but if you don't have an iPad it's a moot point

the point I was making was that if they were already planning to buy a device, you don't have to get a Kindle, any device can download the Kindle app. My iPhone is almost the size of a paperback. I like reading on my laptop because I don't have to hold it up like you do a tablet.

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dodies — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 00:19:31 GMT

Hi Mizglitz: if you are looking to replace your Kindle, I would say go for it and get the Oasis. I have had several Kindles over the yearsincluding the latest Paperwhite, but have to say the Oasis is my favorite. To me it is much like reading a book in the way it feels and reads. The page is larger, there is the ability to adjust the light, and it just feels better in my hand. I have one Kindle that "lives" at home and a second for my purse. When it comes time to replace, I will get a second Oasis. As far as your books migrating over from your old one, yes, they do. It is a very easy setup and as a previous poster noted, your books will always be available in your Amazon kindle library. I delete them from my kindle to to the Amazonlibrary after I've read one. To me it just keeps the clutter down on my kindle..some people have suggested reading on your iPad with the kindle app. I have that as well and have never used it. To me it is a bulky and heavy way to read. I don't have a Fire so can't speak to that, but I like having a designated reader. To each his own,😄 I think there is usually a trade in option available on Amazon. It's very easy to set up. Good luck and happy reading