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Kindle Touch se comprara en España

2012-02-08T17:20:00.000+01:00

Amazon acaba de poner a la venta el Kindle Touch para el mercado internacional.

Eso sí, por el momento sólo está disponible para su venta el modelo Kindle Touch Wi-Fi sin 3G y sin descuento por anuncios, por lo que al final el equipo sale por unos $139 más gastos de envío. Lo curioso del asunto, es que aunque en el desplegable aparecen países como España, Alemania o Reino Unido, si se selecciona cualquiera de ellos se te remite a la página dedicada por Amazon a cada uno de esos países y no permite la compra. Así que lamentablemente por ahora parece que desde España seguimos sin poder pedirlo.

No ha habido ningún comunicado oficial pero el primer paso de Amazon ha sido colocar la opción de elegir otros países de envío en la página del producto.

Esperemos que finalmente el kindle Touch pronto se pueda comprar en España, y que Amazon no lo suba mucho de precio respecto a USA como ya hiciera en su dia con el Kindle 4.

Mas info sobre el Kindle Touch

Comprar Kindle en España

2011-12-01T16:35:00.001+01:00

El Kindle en España

El Kindle básico ya se puede comprar en España directamente de la mano de Amazon.es. La noticia nos sorprendía a todos esta misma mañana y ya son varias las personas que han hecho sus pedidos online a la popular tienda online.

Esto es una gran noticia para todas aquellas personas que pensaban comprar un ereader estas navidades, ya que podrán comprar el libro electrónico más vendido y famoso del mundo en una web española, sin problemas con el idioma, cambio de moneda, etc.

De momento el único modelo disponible es el Kindle Básico con wifi y memoria de 2GB. Esperamos que en breve estén disponibles también el resto de modelos Kindle.

Comprar Kindle

Su precio será algo mayor que al comprarlo en la web americana, ya que cuesta 99 euros frente a los 80 euros aproximadamente al cambio si lo compras en Amazon USA.

Para más información visitar la web libros electrónicos

Comprar un libro electrónico. Cosas a tener en cuenta

2011-11-29T07:07:00.000+01:00

Si eres profano en esto de los ereaders o libros electrónicos, te interesa conocer los puntos que te vamos a explicar antes de comprar un libro electrónico. Tienes que tener en cuenta las siguientes cosas:

Sin lugar a dudas, la ventaja más interesante de comprar un eReader es el ahorro que se consigue con los eBooks en relación a la compra de libros en papel, ya que, según diversas estadísticas, con el ahorro equivalente a la compra de 15 libros electrónicos ya se cubriría el importe del aparato. A esto hay que sumarle que cada vez hay una mayor competencia entre los fabricantes de eReaders, por lo que es previsible que estos bajen aún más de precio.

Igualmente importante es tener en cuenta que la tecnología actual de los nuevos eReaders que van saliendo al mercado, permite hacer muchas más cosas que leer un libro, entre las cuales, la posibilidad de utilizarlo como un dispositivo móvil para acceder a Internet se descubre como una de las funcionalidades más interesantes.

El tamaño del lector condiciona su portabilidad: está claro que no es lo mismo comprar un eReader de un máximo de 16 centímetros de largo que uno que nos proporcione una mayor superficie para la lectura, cercano a los 22 centímetros. Es obvio que a menor tamaño, mayor portabilidad, y que a mayor tamaño, mayor comodidad para la lectura. Todo dependerá de lo que necesitemos.

Otro punto crítico a determinar será la elección del formato. Desafortunadamente actualmente no es posible leer todos los formatos de eBooks con un mismo lector. En líneas generales, por un lado tenemos el popular Kindle de Amazon, que lee el formato AZW, exclusivo de la tienda online, y por otro los lectores de código libre, también conocidos como EPUB, con los que podemos acceder a un mayor espectro de títulos y lecturas.

Kindle or Kindle DX?

2011-11-25T07:01:00.001+01:00

Kindle or Kindle DX?

Which Kindle is better?

That is the question.

Kindle line has completely revolutionized the way books, documents and information is stored and accessed. But now with two Kindle products to choose from the question is which one to choose?

The first and most obvious difference is the size of the units. The Kindle DX boasts a 9.7" display screen, while the standard Kindle has a slightly smaller display at 6". To many users this may not be a deal breaker. In fact having an overall smaller footprint may make the standard Kindle a more appealing product to some. This smaller screen is also complemented with a very slim design measuring just 1/3", about the thickness of a typical magazine. It also weighs in at an astonishing 10.2 ounces which is lighter than most paperback books. In contrast the Kindle DX weighs in at 18.9 ounces. However it is the same 1/3" thick.

While both Kindle models are displayed in grayscale they do boast 16 shades of grey for very clear, crisp images and text.

Both models also offer additional features including a built-in PDF reader. This is handy for people who carry and store personal documents on their unit. One of the most intriguing features is the Read-To-Me option. It incorporates a text-to speech function that will read newspapers, magazines, blogs and books out loud to you. This is a very exciting feature for those who like to sit back, close their eyes and listen to the book, magazine or newspapers of their choose.

Both Kindle models offer 3G wireless access allowing users to download books in less than 30 seconds. The 3G wireless feature does not require the user to sign any contracts; there are no monthly fees and no hunting for WiFi access.

Some of the major differences between the two models are memory, or storage space. The Kindle DX can store about 3500 books while the Kindle can store 1500 books. Another differentiating feature is that The Kindle DX has an Auto-Rotate feature. This allows the user to simply turn the unit on its side and the text will automatically rotate, whereas the Kindle has a manual rotate function.

Kindle DX advantages

2011-11-20T07:58:00.000+01:00

Kindle is better. And Kindle DX has a Bigger Display Screen. The most noticeable makeover is the new display Screen which is 1 and a half times bigger than K2. It's precisely 9.7 inches diagonally as opposed to 6 inches screen on the earlier version. There is a superb auto rotate feature which allows you to turn it in any direction and read your page in portrait or landscape position. Very handy for reading rich formatted texts, flat graphics, diagrams, charts, newspapers, google maps and weather reports. The e-link paper like technology makes it the most comfortable e-reader to read from without leaving a strain in the eye unlike computers.

Built-in PDF Support

The Gadget comes with a big breather, the built in PDF support. Last version could load pdfs but it happened in a round about way and was highly cumbersome. You had to go through the emailing process, to send your files to amazon for conversion and download it back for a minimal fee. Save the hassle with the new device because you can just download your pdf files online or from your comp via USB port now. The PDFs can display a wide variety of graphics and pages beautifully, using the faster processor with least loading time.

Overall Dimensions

The New Amazon Kindle is 10.4" in length, 7.2" in breadth and 0.38" in thickness while the Kindle 2 was much smaller measuring at 8" in length, 5.3" in breadth and 0.36" in thickness. There you see, you can't feel restricted anymore to go online or read your favorite best sellers.

Weight

There isn't an iota of doubt that they are both handy and extremely lightweight like a magazine, but DX is 18.9 ounces as compared to the Kindle 2's 10.2 ounces. Even then, the DX gives a more solid tactile feel like a real book now. It all depends on your usage and needs, which should allow you to decide if you want to compromise on the bigger screen or the weight.

File Storage Capacity

What good is a kindle without the file storage capacity. Although the increase in the disk space isn't a significant one, but it is still double than last time. DX holds a 4GB memory as against 2GB storage of Kindle 2. You can carry 3,500 books, reference manuals and documents which is 200% more from K2 which could carry 1,500 books only. The new storage capacity is a tempting one, you must agree.

Price

The price difference is not at all negligible. So it still remains one of the major deciding factor. The Kindle DX costs $ 489 as against the cheaper 2nd Gen version, still priced at $359. Although the DX seems more useful for reading and browsing purposes because its bigger and more ergonomic, but if you just want to enjoy the portability and don't mind the 6 inch screen, you may stick to K2. Students who can now empty their backpack for good, and professionals from various field will find it all worth the cost.

Formatos para ereaders

2011-11-15T16:53:00.000+01:00

El Kindle no es uno de los mejores libros electrónicos en cuanto a formatos, ya que es uno de los ereaders que menos tipos acepta. No obstante, ya sabes que hay conversores gratuitos entre formatos. Aquí te explicamos más cosas acerca de los formatos para tu libro electrónico:

Existen dos tipos de formatos, formatos libres o abiertos, que pueden ser utilizados por cualquiera sin restricciones legales de uso, y formatos propietarios o cerrados, que tienen restricciones de uso y están sujetos al pago de licencias. Además, algunos formatos incorporan sistemas para la protección de los derechos de autor destinados a restringir la libertad del usuario, denominados DRM (Digital Rights Management, Gestión de derechos digitales), lo que puede impedir al usuario elegir el lector o la fecha de lectura.

Formatos abiertos de libros electrónicos. Los principales son:

DjVu (.djvu): destaca en el almacenamiento de imágenes, por lo que permite una alta resolución para la lectura en pantalla.

ePub (.epub): desarrollado por el IDPF (International Digital Publishing Forum), cuenta entre sus promotores con Google y el Proyecto Gutenberg.

HTML (.html): formato de las páginas web, puede ser reproducido en cualquier navegador.
Texto plano (.txt): es el formato más básico y que menos ocupa, ya que no define estilos tipográficos. Su lectura está garantizada en cualquier dispositivo electrónico.

PDF (.pdf): es el formato más utilizado debido a su portabilidad y estandarización, pero carece de flexibilidad para adaptarse a pantallas de diferentes tamaños o repaginar el documento.

Formatos cerrados de libros electrónicos:

Kindle (.azw): formato de Amazon, basado en Mobipocket.

MS-Reader (.lit): formato de Microsoft.

Mobipocket (.prc, .mobi): adquirido por Amazon.

eReader (.pdb): formato de Palm, empleado por Barnes and Noble.

Hay algunos más, pero estos son los más importantes.
En cualquier caso, debes saber que puedes usar conversores gratuitos como CALIBRE para pasar fácilmente de un formato a otro en unos segundos.

Kindle 3 changes from kindle 2

2011-10-30T07:53:00.001+01:00

Kindle 3 Vs. Kindle 2 comparison

The new Kindle 3 will have a few different features that differ from the earlier generation. Continue reading to know the changes and differences between kindle 3 and Kindle 2.

Change #1) Updated E-Ink Reading Screen- Amazon is reporting a new "High Contrast" model of the E-Ink screen, still allowing for reading in bright lighting conditions, but according to Amazon, improved.

Change #2) Storage Space Increase- The earlier Kindle 2 model had 2G of storage, allowing for 1,500 books to be stored on the device. The Kindle 3 will effectively double the space to 3,500 books allowed.

Change #3) Different (More Compact) Design- Amazon is going for the "sleeker" look. The new model takes away 21% of the Kindle 2 design size, keeping the 6 inch reading screen the same size. This also makes for a lighter ebook reader for the Kindle 3. According to Amazon, it's now 15% lighter.

Change #4) New Reading Fonts- Amazon is adding some more fonts that they call "crisper" and more dark for easier reading.

Change #5) Improved Page Turn Time- According to Amazon, the page turn time is 20% faster now with the 3rd generation.

Change #6) QUIETER Page Turn Buttons- My husband would like to hear this point, as my clicking the page turn button has kept him from falling asleep in the past. Apparently others have been complaining about this too and Amazon has taken notice.

Change #7) Increased Battery Life- Amazon is reporting an improved battery that allows up to 1 month of reading with the wireless off. With wireless left on, the reading time is 10 days. That is an increase in about 2 weeks with wireless off, and a few days with wireless on.

Other Notable Changes) Now you can choose between 2 different colors when purchasing the Kindle (black/graphite or white). You can share passages with people on Facebook or Twitter from your device. Use Whispersync to sync your Kindle with any of your other devices (phones, laptops, etc...)

Some Kindle accessories

2011-10-26T07:15:00.002+02:00

Things to buy for your Kindle

E-readers are becoming so popular especially to people who love spending their leisure time reading eBooks. But of course since people are already crazy about electronic book readers and the likes, pretty sure, things that will also help for the upkeep of these gadgets would also become a big blast for eBook reader owners. Amazon Kindle is the most well-known brands when it comes to electronic book readers. Amazon Kindle covers are becoming one of the most sought after Kindle accessories in the market today.

Purchase Kindle covers

You can never tell the best ones among these Kindle covers since they are so many and they are made from different manufacturers unless you have tried one. Reading product reviews, surfing the internet for some product information such as covers for Kindle or just by asking some friends who has tried that particular product would really save time and energy for consumers who wants to get the best product available.

Kindle covers have different features that makes them unique from each other but one of the most important feature that Kindle owners are always looking for is the durability of the cover. Not all Kindle covers that looks attractive to the eyes are made exactly just the way you want them to be. Remember to use Kindle cases that are made from gentle materials that won't cause any bad effects on the surface of your Kindle just like scratches due to rough materials being in contact with the Kindle surface. It won't be very difficult for you to find one but all you have to do is to make sure that the Kindle case that you have been eyeing for would fit perfectly for your device and it has the standard quality that you are looking for in a Kindle cover.

Kindle covers materials and types

Normally, Kindle covers are made from leather material. The types of leather materials used in manufacturing Kindle cases are genuine leather, faux leather and PU leather. Some people perceive cheaper items to have a very cheap quality as well but that is not the case always. Quality items need not be expensive all the time. If you prefer PU leather material for your Kindle cover, then this place is just right for you. A good quality PU leather Kindle cover is what we're offering to you so you will have both the finely designed cover and excellent product quality all in one. Manufacturers understand every consumer's demand for a product that is not only good on the outside appearance but is also superb in overall quality so they strive hard to create a product that has all the features everyone is looking for.

Velvet cloth is what the inner part of this Kindle cover is made of so that the surface of your Kindle won't end up having horrible scratches. The smooth feel of the interior lining of this Kindle cover case would give your Kindle extra comfort and safety. Place your Kindle into its case neatly and everything will be just great. The case is secured in every angle so no worries because your Kindle won't slip away even if you're going to hold it upside down with the cover on.

Light for your Amazon Kindle

Amazon Kindle is more convenient to use for daytime reading since it has no backlight just like in mobile phones that can be used even in late evenings. It always needs a separate lamp so you can continue reading during night time without turning all the lights in the room. A separate book lamp for your Kindle 3 is no longer a problem because you can now have a magnetic light for your Kindle along with a nice cover. Isn't it wonderful? Yes it is now made possible.

Aside from the comfortable cover that you can provide for your Kindle, the magnetic LED light that's included along with the cover is also comfortable to use since it diffuses light that is very gentle to the eyes so longer hours of reading won't be a problem for you. Comfort and protection for your Kindle is what this amazing case offers to every consumer that is looking for a Kindle cover that is finely created. This Kindle protection is also supported with a padded design to make your Kindle impact resistant. Make your Kindle extra special now by having one of these wonderful Kindle covers.

Amazon presenta la tablet Kindle Fire

2011-10-24T07:38:00.004+02:00

Amazon acaba de sacar al mercado el Kindle Fire, q a diferencia de los anteriores Kindle no es un eReader sino una tablet. Sale al mercado a un precio increíblemente competitivo: 199$ (unos 150€). Con la fama y calidad que le precede, y a este precio tan atractivo, estamos seguros que este nuevo Kindle tendrá igual de éxito que los anteriores.

Kindle Fire a un precio increible

La nueva tablet Kindle Fire representa una seria amenaza al todopoderoso iPad, con el cual entra directamente en competencia. Al ser una tablet, además de usarlo como e-Reader de libros electrónicos como los otros Kindle, el nuevo Kindle Fire podrás utilizarlo para ver películas, TV, juegos, apps, música, etc. Con el ultra rápido buscador Amazon Silk y un potente procesador dual-core tendrás acceso a miles de contenidos para disfrutar en su pantalla táctil a todo color.

Características del Kindle Fire

La memoria interna del Kindle Fire es de 8GB, suficiente para 80 apps, mas 10 películas, 800 canciones o 6.000 ebooks. La vida de la batería aproximadamente dura unas 7.5 u 8 horas de uso contínuo.

La pantalla en color es de 7 pulgadas, con una resolución de 1024 x 600 pixels y 16 millones de colores. Como ves, altísimas prestaciones para poder ver todo lo que quieras con una calidad de imagen excepcional.

El nuevo Kindle Fire acaba de llegar al mercado, pero con estos números y sobre todo su precio de unos 150€, se nos antoja uno de los nuevos líderes de ventas de Amazon USA. Y es que como sus antecesores, este nuevo Kindle sólo está disponible a través de la web americana de Amazon. Mientras llega a España, tendremos que comprarlo en amazon.com.

Fuente: Kindle fire

Kindle vs Nook, the last fight

2011-10-21T08:04:00.001+02:00

Kindle or Nook, Which one is better?

Amazon's Kindle eReader has been the leader, at least in the US, of the eReader market since the introduction of Kindle 1 in 2007. Sony has held 2nd place with 30 - 35% of the market. But now there is a new kid on the block. In October '09 Barnes & Noble announced its nook eReader that sold out on pre-order within a few weeks.

The nook is revolutionary primarily in its looks. It will be hard for your average gadget boy/girl to see one and not develop a serious craving. But does this mean that the nook is the best thing since the printing press for bookish boys and girls?

Comparison of the features of the nook and the Kindle eReaders

For the most part reading on the nook's e-ink screen is very similar to reading on the Kindle eReader's e-ink screen. Both eRreaders use the same or a very similar reading screen.

What is dramatically different, and what in fact attracts many people to the nook eReader is the small LCD touchscreen under the e-ink screen. On the Kindle, navigation is accomplished by using the chicklet keyboard and the 5-way controller. The controls for the nook are mostly accessed through using the LCD touchscreen.

The nook's touchscreen is also used for browsing books in your library or for selecting books to purchase from Barnes & Noble over the wireless connection. A virtual keyboard is available on the LCD screen for typing.

The nook's color LCD screen looks really nice and would seem to be a very desirable feature, but there are problems with the software implementation, which we will get to in a bit.

Connectivity of Kindle and Nook

The Kindle eReader has a 3G wireless connection through AT&T for the Kindle Global, and Sprint for the Kindle 2. Amazon calls its wireless service "Whispernet". Using Whispernet, you can usually purchase and download a book within a minute or less. You also can use the somewhat clunky but functional browser to access the internet, check email, research your reading on Wikipedia, even access another online ebook store than Amazon to purchase and download books, etc. With Kindle Global you also have access to the Kindle store in many other countries besides the US, though you have to pay a surcharge for downloading a book on the Whispernet outside of the US.

The nook eReader has both a WiFi connection and a 3G AT&T wireless connection. The difference is that the nook's connection can only be used for purchasing and downloading books from Barnes & Noble. No internet, no Wikipedia, you cannot use it to connect to another online ebook store and purchase books.

The nook's WiFi connection will be useful if you carry your nook eReader into a B&N store as it will download coupons and special offers to your eReader. You can also use the WiFi to browse ebooks while in a B&N store, but you can only read each book for a maximum of one hour in a 24-hour period. These in-store features are not yet fully implemented so we don't yet know how useful they will prove to be.

Other Features of Kindle and Nook

One nice feature that the nook eReader has is a user replaceable battery. The Kindle's battery is hardwired in and therefore will need to be sent back to Amazon for replacement ($60). Amazon says that even after 500 charges (ten years or so) these batteries will still hold 80% charge, so this may not be an issue for most people.

The nook also accepts an SD card for additional storage. The Kindle only has its internal storage, but that is enough to hold around 1,500 books, so this may also not be an issue for you.

A nook feature that has not received any official Barnes & Noble acknowledgment is the ability to borrow ebooks from your local library if they use Overdrive's digital distribution service. To do this you need to install Adobe Digital Editions on your computer and use that to sideload the ebook onto your nook. You can borrow an ebook from the library for 14 days, after which it will be automatically deleted. You cannot renew library ebook checkouts. To find out how useful this feature will be in your case you should check your local library website. Most libraries do not have a large catalogue of ebooks yet. Kindle does not support borrowing library ebooks at this time

Conclusion: Kindle or Nook?

If the nook eReader had not been rushed to market to make the holiday 2009 season, and if Barnes & Noble had waited until they had the software ready and the bugs worked out, then I would say that the nook would have been a very close second choice and maybe even equal to the Kindle.

In fact, the nook at present is crippled by its faulty release version software and unless B&N gets it fixed in a timely fashion the nook will be leapfrogged by the next Kindle release. Barnes & Noble has said that they are working around the clock to update the software and fix the current nook problems; and to their credit they have released a couple of updates as of this writing. However there are still lots of bugs and the nook is slower than the Kindle, which will be distracting when you are trying to immerse yourself in that next great book. In its present state the LCD screen does not play well with the e-ink screen and can be very frustrating to use.

Also, I prefer the Kindle store. My reading tastes may be different than yours however, so I would suggest you make a list of books you want to read and make a price and availability comparison between the Kindle store and B&N's offerings. Higher ebook prices can add up pretty quickly.

Buying the Amazon Kindle

2011-10-17T07:19:00.001+02:00

By purchasing a Kindle, you are giving yourself or someone else the gift of pleasurable reading. With the Kindle you can carry an entire, vast personal library in your purse or briefcase and take it anywhere. With Amazon's wireless network, you can download books you've stored online. You can also buy more books, magazines, and newspapers, anytime and virtually anywhere, usually in less than one minute.

Top Ebook Reader

The Kindle is the top ebook reader available on the market. A truly amazing device, the Kindle has revolutionized the way we read, pick up information, and keep up with current events. The Kindle has put Amazon at the front of the ebook reader market and the company is continually investing in additional upgrades to the device.

The latest version of the Kindle can store up to 2,500 books and magazines. And if you have even more, you can store them in your personalized space online and download them anytime. And the long-lasting battery allows you to use the device for up to a week on a single charge, even with the wireless activated. With over 950,000 books, magazines, and audio books to choose from, there's something to suit most any interest. You also have access to over a million out of print books, major newspapers, and blogs.

Easy to Hold, Easy to Read

The Kindle's compact size belies its powerful capabilities. The device is thinner than a typical magazine and weighs about half a pound. You can easily hold it in one hand without straining. The control buttons are arranged on both sides of the display for maximum flexibility. The Kindle will automatically connect to a wireless network if available. But it can also use Amazon's Whispernet wifi network to access online resources from nearly anywhere.

If you're expecting eyestrain after several hours of reading an ebook, you're in for a pleasant surprise. The Kindle has a real ink display that looks very much like a printed page. Many people are amazed the first time they view the Kindle's eInk display screen. The print is clear and sharp because the Kindle reader uses electronic ink to achieve the same effect as ink on paper. Unlike LCD displays used in other readers, the Kindle's screen is non-glare and will not wash out even in direct sunlight. You can enjoy reading in virtually any lighting condition.

Where to Buy the Kindle

The Kindle is available online at Amazon.com, and can also be purchased at a number of retail stores. The retailers that carry the Kindle in-store include AT&T, Best Buy, Radio Shack, Target, and WalMart. Amazon maintains an updated list of Kindle retailers and their contact information. To find it on the Amazon site, click the Help link at the far right, and type "Shopping for Kindle in Retail Stores" in the Search Help box.

Based on comments posted in Kindle buyer forums, however, the majority of people prefer to buy directly through Amazon. Shopping at Amazon offers definite advantages, such as:

Amazon has the best and most complete information about each Kindle model
Amazon carries a full line of Kindles and accessories - most stores will have a limited selection
Your Kindle is preregistered to your Amazon account, saving you the time and effort of doing this yourself
You save on sales tax
You save time and gas from driving to the store and back
Your Kindle is backed by Amazon's outstanding customer service and return policy

Shopping in a store does offer a couple of advantages:

You get the instant gratification of getting a Kindle immediately, instead of waiting 2-3 days
You can see and feel the product before you buy - this may be useful if you haven't tried out a Kindle before

Regardless of where you get it, you'll see why the Kindle is one of the most popular ebook readers on the market and Amazon's bestselling item. Although similar products are available, the combination of mature, innovative technology, a vast selection of reading materials, and Amazon's customer service makes the Kindle hard to beat. If you ever had a passion for reading and learning, you can discover it again with this device.

kindle: algunas respuestas a preguntas comunes

2011-10-13T07:05:00.002+02:00

Las dudas sobre el Kindle de Amazon suelen ser siempre las mismas. Si eres novato en el tema y estás pensando en comprar un Kindle en cualquiera de sus versiones, seguro que te las has planteado.
Aquí respondemos a algunas preguntas que la gente suele hacerse antes de comprar un Kindle:

Libro electrónico y tablet, ¿es lo mismo?
Son diferentes. El eReader o libro electrónico es para leer libros. Suele llevar pantalla de tinta electrónica, para poder leer durante horas sin cansar la vista. Una tablet, aunque también puede leer ebooks, es para usar contenido multimedia, navegar por internet, vídeos, fotos, etc. Suelen llevar pantalla LCD a color.

Comprar Kindle

Sólo se puede comprar en la web americana de Amazon.com.
Aunque recientemente existe la version española Amazon.es, es falso que se pueda comprar desde allí ya que redirigen a USA, a la web en inglés.

Modelos Kindle

Actualmente existen los siguientes modelos Kindle en el mercado:

Kindle Básico: 6" con Wifi y sólo los botones básicos para pasar páginas
Kindle Touch: 6" con Wifi y pantalla táctil. 3G opcional
Kindle Keyboard: el Kindle de siempre, 6" con teclado y Wifi. 3G opcional
Kindle DX: con pantalla de 9.7"
Kindle Fire: es una tablet (no un eReader)

Precio del Kindle

Dependiendo del modelo de Kindle y si lleva 3G, el Kindle cuesta desde 79$ el modelo básico hasta más de 300$ el Kindle DX de pantalla grande.
La tablet Kindle Fire cuesta 199$.
Aquí tienes una comparativa ebooks Kindle:

¿Qué formatos lee el Kindle?

Kindle 3 lee los siguientes formatos : AZW, AZW1, TXT, MOBI, PRC, DOC, HTML, RTF, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, PDF y DOCX. No soporta el formato ePub, el formato estándar del resto de lectores de libros, pero se puede convertir fácilmente con el software gratuito "Calibre".

¿Qué accesorios necesita el Kindle?

Te recomendamos comprar una funda para protegerlo.
Obviamente también necesitarás libros para leer.
Ambas cosas las podrás comprar online en la tienda de Amazon.com o Amazon.es, aunque la mayor parte de los libros disponibles están en inglés.

Próximamente ampliaremos las respuestas a las preguntas más habituales sobre el Kindle de Amazon, tanto en inglés como en español.

Hasta pronto!

$139 Kindle and the $114 Kindle

2011-10-10T12:18:00.000+02:00

There is absolutely no difference between the $139 Kindle and the $114 Kindle as far as functionality and features go. Here’s what both of the devices have to offer customers:

WiFi enabled internet connection: Connect to your home wireless network on the Amazon Kindle, in either the $114 or $139 device versions. Use the keypad below the screen to punch in the key code to your wireless network. It will remember the key code for next time, so there’s no need to have it memorized.
Screen with no glare: Actually all of the Kindle devices have a paper display. A paper display, instead of the display that you get with a phone, keeps you from getting any glare whatsoever when you’re in light or sunshine. On the downside, you’ll need a light on to read it at night, as it doesn’t have that luminescent glow that your phone has. Amazon also sells Kindle lighted covers for this very purpose.
Physical keyboard: If you’re not too keen on those skinny little touch buttons on the screen of your phone, you’ll be happy to know that the $114 Kindle comes with a physical button keyboard that is detached from the screen. Although it’s still not idea for quick typing, it’s a lot better for people who often make typos on a slick screen.
Lightweight feel: I cannot describe how light the $114 Kindle feels when you pick it up. It’s actually lighter than a book, and definitely quite a bit thinner. There’s no comparison between the Kindle and the iPad. The Kindle is definitely much lighter and easier to pack for a road trip.

The Main Difference Between the $114 Kindle and the $139 Kindle

There’s one big difference between the two types of Kindles that are otherwise identical. It’s the fact that the $114 Kindle is technically the “Kindle with Offers” that Amazon lists as one of their bestsellers.

So here’s the dealio with the $114 Kindle with Offers. Whenever you turn the device “off,” your screen doesn’t actually turn off. The Kindle will draw up a batch of offers to rotate across the screen whenever it’s in sleep position.

Thankfully, you won’t see this in the dark if you want to put it to sleep before bed. You can’t see the screen in the dark, so you won’t see the offers. They show up in the same paper format that your ebooks show up in, so it’s a matte paper screen, essentially.

I’ve noticed that some of the offers give you really good deals, too! You’ll get exclusive deals only offered to Kindle with Offers owners, like a huge percentage off of electronics at Best Buy, or gift cards from Amazon.com.

So actually, while getting a $114 Kindle with Offers might sound like you’re getting a totally commercial product that’s going to annoy the heck out of you, you’re not. You’ll actually save money in more ways than one when you get a $114 Kindle.

Libros para Kindle

2011-10-07T07:30:00.001+02:00

Mejoras en el Kindle de Amazon

La tienda virtual Amazon ha anunciado que las ventas de libros para Kindle ya superan las de los formatos tradicionales. Sin duda, su lector de libros electrónicos se está convirtiendo en el aparato más vendido y de acuerdo a los consumidores, el Kindle es el mejor eReader del mercado.

Se está superando el temor que tenían las editoriales de que vender libros electrónicos a un precio bajo dañaría el mercado. Por el contrario, la venta de ebooks por internet ha posibilitado llegar a otros grupos de consumidores, sobre todo las nuevas generaciones que están a la vanguardia de la tecnología. Asimismo, los escritores también han encontrado una forma de llegar a un mayor número de consumidores de sus obras.

Amanda Hocking es una de estas escritoras, que con tan solo 26 años ha vendido ya más de 100,000 libros para Kindle, encontrando así un negocio lucrativo. Stieg Larsson, el autor de la saga Millenium es otro caso de éxito en esta naciente industria de los libros electrónicos, quien llegó a vender más de un millón de libros por internet.

La demanda de libros para Kindle se ha disparado. Es el nuevo objeto de deseo. Si bien la mayor parte de los textos están en idioma inglés, Amazon ya permite a las editoriales la venta de libros en idioma español. También es posible conseguir libros para Kindle para los usuarios de habla hispana en Bibliotecas Virtuales como www.LibrosParaKindle.com

Diego Hidalgo - Biblioteca Virtual de Dominio Público http://www.10millibrosparadescargar.com

Fuente del artículo http://www.articulo.org/10763/webpresario
Mas sobre Kindle en libros electrónicos

Kindle para PC

2011-10-05T07:52:00.004+02:00

Nueva opcion en el Kindle

Kindle facilitara una funcion para bajar ebook desde este dispositivo a las pc.

La compañía ha revelado que una nueva aplicación permitirá a los usuarios que trabajen con Windows descargar directamente al equipo los libros digitales desde su portal de descargas, sin necesidad de hacerlo a través del lector electrónico.

“Kindle para PC es la aplicación complementaria perfecta para aquellos que tengan un Kindle o un Kindle DX”, ha dicho Ian Freed, vicepresidente de Amazon Kindle. Pero para descargar libros al PC no será necesario disponer de un Kindle, por lo que Amazon se abre a un nuevo mercado hasta ahora limitado a los usuarios que habían adquirido el dispositivo.

“Kindle para PC es también una manera estupenda para que la gente de todo el mundo pueda leer los libros más populares del momento incluso aunque no tengan un Kindle”, ha añadido.

Como publica V3.co.uk, esta aplicación será además compatible con el servicio de sincronización Whispersync, que permite a los usuarios sincronizar sus marcas de lectura o anotaciones directamente desde el PC, Kindel o el iPod touch y el iPhone.

Esto nos facilitara para todos los usuarios que ya disponemos de este fantastico dispositivo

Fuente: www.articulo.org

Kindle 3 is a reality

2011-10-03T08:14:00.003+02:00

The new Kindle 3 is a reality

, and no doubt orders for the new eReader are piling up by the thousands. For those of you who don't know what a Kindle is; simply put, it's an electronic book from Amazon which is about the height of a large novel and as slim as half a pencil. Is all the excitement for the Kindle 3 merited or is it just the same old device in a new graphite case? Let's look at what Kindle 3 brings to the table and what Amazon decided to leave out. However, before we do that we need to put some focus on the eReader market and what Amazon is trying to achieve with the Kindle.

New Kindle 3 from Amazon

It's no surprise to say that Amazon is facing a very different world compared to when it first released the Kindle. The competition for the eReader market is getting crowded at both the budget end and the high-end. Additionally, there has been a lot of talk about "kindle-killers' which are looking to dethrone the Kindle king as the number one eReader. The Kobo eReader was released earlier this year, with a price tag significantly less than the Kindle at $149, and it will be news to nobody that Apple launched its attack into the eReader market with the media-rich iPad.

As well as a tough market, Amazon is faced with a strange situation where the implicit consumer demands are contradictory to the explicit demands. On the one hand, the unspoken implicit demands are telling Amazon that readers want an easy to use device that doesn't distract from the reading experience. Something very "book-like." On the other hand, the explicit demands are requesting a new state-of-the-art device with multi-media functionality, with touch screen technology, video viewing, etc...

How has Amazon responded to these challenges? Firstly, they weren't tempted to create an eReader which does everything and distracts from its main task; namely reading. The Kindle 3 has kept its simple interface and is still very "book-like". Secondly, Amazon has counter-attacked the budget eReaders entering into the market by launching two versions of the Kindle 3. These being, a Kindle with 3G Wifi ($189) and a Kindle with Wifi ($139). The Kindle 3G Wi-Fi device maintains the previous price tag of the Kindle 2 while adding a bunch of new functionality. The Kindle Wi-Fi undercuts a large majority of other eReaders on the market, while delivering a mature product which is backed up the Amazon book store with millions of titles to choose from.

Given the situation where Amazon finds itself, let's look at what features they put into the Kindle 3 and what they decided to leave left out.

Kindle 3 - what they put in.

Amazon focused on improving the Kindle's basic functionality, by letting the Kindle do what it does best: reading.

Amazon has improved on the readability of the device, which by all standards was already very good. They claim 50% better contrast than any other eReader, better readability under bright sunlight, and some new improved fonts to read your books with.

The physical device itself has also been improved. The size of the Kindle has been reduced while maintaining the same dimensions for the reading area. The battery life has also not been neglected. A simple charge can last up to one month.

The capacity for the Kindle 3 is now 3500 books which can be down loaded in under 60 seconds.

Wi-Fi is added to the 3G as a way of connecting with your Kindle so that you can browse the Amazon bookstore and the net with the new web-kit based browser.

Kindle 3 - what they left out

After the release of Apple's iPad the expectations for the Kindle were sky-high. In a nut-shell people wanted an Amazon iPad. Now that some time has passed, the iPad is a slightly less attractive as a device for reading books. People are realizing it's too heavy to hold for hours, and the display which is LCD is not easy on the eyes over long periods of time.

A lot of people were predicting color screens for the Kindle 3. There was a lot of sense with this, as there are currently a lot of eReaders coming to the market that have color. A non-color device next to a color device looks quite dull in comparison. However to include color is not as easy as first thought. This would involve leaving the e-Ink technology behind which is responsible for the "book-like" text on the Kindle display. A possibility is that the eInk technology could be radically improved to incorporate color into the display, but Amazon and there R&D teams are not there yet. Another alternative is to use LCD technology as found in the iPad, but then you increase eye-strain over long reading periods and the inability to read in direct sunlight.

Kindle 4?

The Kindle 3 has successfully improved on an already mature product, in response to increasing tough market conditions and growing consumer demands. While the Kindle 3 will not surpass expectations, it nevertheless provides an improved reading experience that will not disappoint. Jeff Bezos recently declared that the Kindle is in for the long haul and that he expects that there will be dozens more generations of Kindle ahead. Let's hope that the Kindle 4 will do that little bit more than the Kindle 3.

Ventajas del kindle 3

2011-10-02T08:44:00.001+02:00

Amazon acaba de sacar al mercado la versión más básica del Kindle 3. Un nuevo kindle con el teclado reducido y las funciones justas para usarlo como ebook reader.
¿Quieres saber las ventajas del nuevo Kindle 3 de Amazon?

Los nuevos libros electrónicos kindle ocupan y pesan menos que uno de bolsillo
El nuevo Kindle básico es el ebook más barato del mercado (unos 70€ al cambio)
Su facilidad de uso se ha reducido al máximo con sólo 4 botones y otro más direccional para moverse
En tu Kindle puedes almacenar miles de libros gracias a la capacidad de su memoria interna
Puedes usar zoom para acercar o alejar el texto, forzando así menos la vista que con un libro de papel
Puedes consultar en directo varios diccionarios y traductores
Búsqueda rápida de capítulos, palabras, anotaciones, etc.
Puedes leer contenido en línea como páginas web de periódicos, wikipedia, etc.
Posibilidad de subrayado, notas, etc. sin alterar el libro
Tienes acceso a mayor cantidad de libros, los cuales son más fáciles de buscar y encontrar
Puedes comprar, alquilar o conseguir e-Books gratis en distintos sitios de Internet, para luego descargarlos en tu lector con sólo unos clics
Llevas contigo miles de libros, algo imposible en formato analógico
El precio de un ebook digital para el kindle es menor que el de un libro de papel
Aún con luz solar directa, lectura sin reflejos ni brillos, incluso menos que en formato papel
Puedes regular el tamaño y tipo de letra o el brillo y contraste de la pantalla, haciendo que se canse menos la vista
Es más ecológico y respetuoso con el medio ambiente al no consumir papel

Ya ves que además de su barato precio y su reducido formato y peso, el nuevo Kindle 3 tiene numerosas ventajas. Si quieres saber todo sobre libros electrónicos y el nuevo Kindle, visita la web de Libros Elecrónicos

An Amazon Kindle Story

2011-10-01T18:05:00.000+02:00

Please note this interesting story about Amazon Kindle 2, young brother of Kindle 3. You can see many improvements in new version Kindle 3

Amazon kindle review

(Kindle version 2)

There are literally hundreds if not thousands of people out there that have written their own personal Amazon Kindle reviews. Find some at libros electronicos. But, there are some people that truly do not understand the magnitude of this new innovative device (it's current stage in development and how fast it's market is growing) and there are some that do. While reading these reviews, it becomes very clear which category people fall in. To put it in another perspective, I work at top well-known investment research firm and without getting into too many specifics, lets just say we are very bullish on AMZN stock most specifically because of the huge potential of the Amazon Kindle in the emerging e-reader market. No I am not trying to give investment advice (thats not part my job) but I just want to make it very clear how excited I am about the product and its market in general.

Prior to Amazon Kindle announcement

In the few weeks prior to the announcement of the Amazon Kindle, you couldn't turn a virtual corner without stumbling over alleged rumors and "insider" information regarding the new innovative device. Last month, having played with my boss's Amazon Kindle at the office, I found myself in absolute lust for this gadget. Before I decided to order the Amazon Kindle 2 as Christmas gift for myself;), I reviewed, reviewed, and REVIEWED several Amazon Kindle 2 websites, articles, and reviews. This is my personal take / response to some of those good and bad reviews.

Kindle 3 is wery cheap

But the Amazon Kindle 2 were not cheap! First of all, let's not beat around the bush; I certainly wanted to know how much I was in for right away! As is the case for all other new / "hot" items, such as the iPhone 3Gs, Playstation 3, and LCD tv's, (which were originally priced for hundreds more than the Amazon Kindle 2), the Kindle 2 is priced a little on the high end. Currently, the Amazon Kindle 2 is on sale for $259. Recently, Amazon's CEO announced an "amazing" deal for Kindle 1 owners at a press conference: If they ordered within the next 24 hours, they could jump to the front of the line for pre-orders! There wasn't even a discount offered, just the "privilege" of spending $259 quicker than non-existing Amazon Kindle 1 owners. What a great deal huh?? Later though, I considered some other factors. Relative to purchasing new books and best sellers on a regular basis, the Amazon Kindle 2 really isn't that expensive. Have you looked at the price of new books lately?? They can be pretty expensive themselves, especially at big name stores like Barnes and Noble and Borders. Even online at Amazon, you'll pay $50 for the Twilight Saga Collection and $15 for Sarah Palin's new book (not that I would want to read her book anyway but you get the point!). Most e-books are $9.99 or less. Over the long-run, especially if you are enthusiastic book reader like me, the Amazon Kindle 2 is essential.

What did kindle look like?

According to its creators, the key design objective was to make the Amazon Kindle 2 "disappear". When we read a good book, we tend to get so immersed into the author's world / story that the physical book eventually disappears. The thinking behind the Kindle was to make sure we are still able to get lost in the reading, not the technology. The Kindle 2 has a black-and-white 6" screen and uses electronic-ink display technology: the screen displays ink particles electronically to make it look like real books, newspapers, magazines, etc. As aforementioned, I sit on my butt all day in an office in front of a computer screen. During my lunch breaks and when I get home, the LAST thing I want to do is look at a computer screen!! However, I actually found that the Kindle's screen has a pretty soothing contrast and looks like a real page. Also, the Kindle 2 does not use backlighting which eliminates glares for daytime / outdoor reading.

The Kindle also has six adjustable font sizes and utilizes 16 shades of gray. So when your eyes get tired or if you have a book that has small font, you can make it bigger on the Kindle screen. Compared to the first version, the Amazon Kindle 2 is MUCH slimmer and more refined. It is about 1/3 of an inch in profile and weighs 10.2 ounces. That's about the size of most magazines, only this gadget can hold up to 1,500 books in one!

New kindle 3

Congratulations!!
All of this is past. The future is Amazon Kindle 3, the #1 ebook reader. The cheapest, the best, the #1

Know all Kindle 3 details on Libros-Electronicos.org

Things to Know about your Kindle

2011-09-30T10:10:00.000+02:00

Here you have some useful information about you Amazon Kindle. Please enjoy it!!

Useful Info about your Kindle

Once you've had time to spend a while with your new Amazon Kindle you really begin to appreciate the enjoyable reading experience provided by this great device. If you've had a chance to download some e-books into your Kindle you also have enjoyed an additional benefits of a great audio book listening experience. But, your Kindle is capable of so much more! Here are cool things you can do with your Amazon Kindle:

Kindle e-book reader

You're spending a relaxing afternoon reading an e-book on your new Kindle e-book reader and the thought strikes you - "I need to check my e-mail to see if I've heard back from my daughter!" Now normally that means that you have to stop reading, put down your Kindle, and check your e-mail account on your computer. But, if you have a Gmail account you can read and respond to e-mails right on your Kindle!

First, go to your Kindle's built-in basic web browser (Home > Menu > Experimental > Basic Web). Next, make sure that Javascript for your Kindle's browser is turned on (Browser > Menu > Settings > Enable Javascript). Finally, go to the Gmail Internet address (Browser > Menu > Enter URL > Gmail address - see below), enter your Username and Password.

IMPORTANT - use the standard Gmail URL and not the Google URL provided by default in the Kindle's bookmark folder. If you try to access your Gmail from the URL provided in your Kindle you will be prompted to load a Google Gmail application. Applications cannot be loaded onto your Kindle so this will fail - you need to use the URL provided above to be able to use your Gmail account.

Kindle online

Are you a Twitter user? If you'd like to send a "Tweet" to your friends and followers about the great new book your reading on your Kindle you can do it right from your Kindle. This popular microblogging service offers a mobile version that works great on your Kindle.

Go to your Kindle's built-in basic web browser (Home > Menu > Experimental > Basic Web). Next, make sure that Javascript for your Kindle's browser is turned on (Browser > Menu > Settings > Enable Javascript). Finally, go to the Twitter Mobile URL (Browser > Menu > Enter URL > [http://www.m.twitter.com]), enter your Username and Password.

IMPORTANT - The standard Twitter URL is too complex for your Kindle to display properly. Use the URL above for best results on your Kindle.

Saving info with Kindle

Have you ever wanted to "save" a page you were reading to share with a friend? The Kindle has two different ways to do this. The first way is to take a screen shot of the page you wish to share. To take a screen shot hold down the and the keys then press the "G" key. You will notice that the Kindle screen will "flash" showing that the Kindle created the screen shot.

The screen shots are stored in your Kindle's "documents" folder as image files with a .gif extension. You can get them by plugging your Kindle into your computer using the USB cable that you got with your Kindle. Open "My Computer" and look for the Kindle drive icon. Double click on the icon to open up your Kindle and then double-click on the "documents" folder. Look for files that end with .gif and you'll find the screen shots you just made.

To share them with your friends you can save the files to your computer and then attach them to an e-mail message. You also can print-out the screen shots by opening them in a graphic program such as Windows Paint or Windows Internet Explorer. The quality is not great - but is certainly acceptable for sharing several pages.

Share passages from Kindle e-books

There is another way to capture and share passages from Kindle e-books. When you highlight passages from Kindle e-books and make notes your Kindle saves them to a file in the "documents" folder called "My Clippings.txt". You can open this file with a program like Windows Notepad and copy your highlights to save in another program or share.

To do this, go to the passage you wish to share. Move the Kindle cursor to the beginning of the passage you want to save and click the navigation button. Now move the cursor to the end of the passage you want to save and press the navigation button again once all of the text is highlighted. This will save the highlighted text to the "My Clippings.txt" file.

Plug your Kindle into your computer then look for the Kindle icon in "My Computer." Double- click on the Kindle drive icon then double-click on the "documents" folder. Locate the "My Clippings.txt" file and double-click on it to open it in Windows Notepad. Find the text you highlighted on the Kindle. It should be at the bottom of the file. You can copy the text and paste it into a program like Microsoft Word to save it. Or you can copy and paste the text into an e-mail message.

Kindle graphics

Up to now we've been talking about text - now let's talk about kindle graphics. If you haven't noticed, your Kindle offers the ability to enlarge graphics so you can actually see them! To do this simply move your cursor over the graphic and it will change to a magnifying glass. Press the navigator button and your Kindle will zoom-in on the image so that it fills the Kindle's screen.

This is very handy when you are reading books with technical graphics or screen shots. The Kindle's screen is enough better quality that these graphics are worthwhile reviewing as you read through your books. To return to the original page view, press the button or the button.